Program Overview
MS Supply Chain Management (STEM) Program
The MS Supply Chain Management (STEM) program at the C.T. Bauer College of Business is designed to prepare experienced professionals and emerging leaders to thrive in today's complex, data-driven, and globally integrated supply chains. The program is ranked 11th in the Top 25 North American Supply Chain Graduate Programs list compiled in 2022 by leading research and consulting firm Gartner.
Program Overview
The program is a STEM-certified advanced degree that provides students with transferable problem-solving, analysis, and critical thinking skills. It covers innovative methodologies and powerful analytics and business intelligence techniques that are increasingly desired by leading organizations. The curriculum is designed to prepare students for high-impact decisions across the value chain, with a focus on finance, business strategy, and performance management.
Curriculum
The program's curriculum includes a detailed course structure with the following courses:
- SCM 7385 Supply Chain Corporate Projects
- SCM 7330 Demand and Supply Integration
- SCM 7A01 Project Management
- SCM 7350 Strategic Supply Management
- SCM 7325 Process Analysis and Design
- SCM 7335 Logistics Management
- SCM 7320 Supply Chain Analytics
- SCM 7380 Analytics and Enterprise Operations
- BZAN 6351 Basic Programming for Business Analytics
- SCM 6A01 Supply Chain Management Concepts
- BZAN 6310 Quantitative Analysis for Business
Immersive Opportunities
The program offers immersive opportunities, including online and in-class face-to-face learning options. Students can choose to complete the program on a full-time or part-time basis, with evening and online classes available.
Admissions
Admission eligibility for the Master of Science in Supply Chain Management program requires a four-year undergraduate degree (or foreign equivalent) from an accredited institution. The undergraduate degree may be in any discipline.
Application Deadlines
The application deadlines for the program are as follows: | Semester | Application Opens | International Application Deadline | International Confirmation Fee Deadline | Domestic Application Deadline | Domestic Confirmation Fee Deadline | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Fall 2025 | August 1, 2024 | March 21, 2025 | April 15, 2025 | August 15, 2025 | July 31, 2025 | | Spring 2026 | May 1, 2025 | October 1, 2025 | October 15, 2025 | December 1, 2025 | December 15, 2025 | | Fall 2026 | August 1, 2025 | March 1, 2026 | April 15, 2026 | July 1, 2026 | July 31, 2026 | | Spring 2027 | May 1, 2026 | October 1, 2026 | October 15, 2026 | December 1, 2026 | December 15, 2026 |
Student Profiles
The program's student body consists of:
- 62% female and 38% male students
- An average of 4.8 years of professional experience
- An average age of 32
- An average undergraduate GPA of 3.54
Faculty
The program's faculty includes:
- Michael J. Murray, Instructional Assistant Professor, Supply Chain Management
- Powell Robinson, Professor, Supply Chain Management
- Funda Sahin, Associate Professor, Supply Chain Management
- Gordon D. Smith, Professor of Practice, Supply Chain Management
- Dale Tibodeau, Professor of Practice, Supply Chain Management
Career Opportunities
The program provides students with a competitive edge in the job market, with a focus on high-demand skills and knowledge in supply chain management. Graduates can expect to find employment in a variety of roles, including supply chain management, logistics, operations, and more.