Online Master of Science in Supply Chain Management
Are you interested in learning how supply networks are managed to provide maximum benefits to consumers and companies alike? Arizona State University’s Master of Science in supply chain management helps you gain technical knowledge and hone the leadership and communication skills needed to compete for positions in the U.S. and around the globe.
Quick facts
Next start date: 08/18/2022
Total classes: 10
Weeks per class: 7.5
Total credit hours: 30
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What is an online supply chain management master’s degree?
A master’s in supply chain management is an advanced degree focused on how globalization affects the business landscape. As a graduate, you’ll understand how to address complexities in the current economic environment, such as:
- Implementing sustainable business practices.
- Navigating the regulatory landscape.
- The opening and closing of new markets.
Offered in collaboration with MITx MicroMasters® program in supply chain management on the edX platform, this degree brings together faculty from two of the world's top three supply chain management programs in the country, providing the opportunity to learn from some of the best in the field.
What will I learn in this online supply chain management master’s degree?
This online supply chain management master’s curriculum emphasizes data-driven changes to improve efficiency, increase organizational adaptability and encourage sustainable business practices. Throughout your courses, you’ll learn about a wide range of topics, including:
- Logistics, including the flow of products.
- Production processes.
- Purchasing and procurement.
- Technical elements of data and modeling.
Is a master’s in supply chain management worth it?
Yes. As a graduate, you’ll bring a firm grasp of the entire supply chain process to your current or future employer. You’ll develop the skills needed to connect support vendors, service providers, customer concerns, product safety and profit margins in a way that gets products to the right consumer at the right time.
Will my supply chain management degree say 'online'?
No, Arizona State University’s diplomas don’t specify whether you earn your degree online or in person. All diplomas and transcripts simply say “Arizona State University.” That’s because ASU Online students learn from the same faculty and receive the same course content as in-person students receive.
Online supply chain management master’s degree courses
By completing the MITx MicroMasters® program in supply chain management, you’ll receive 12 credit hours in ASU’s supply chain master’s program, fulfilling the requirements of SCM 502, SCM 541, SCM 532, and SCM 515. These credits are granted and transferred upon admission into ASU Online's W. P. Carey School of Business. The remaining six courses needed to complete the program include:
Case Studies in Global Supply Chain & Logistics
Project Management
Seminar: Sustainability and Social Responsibility
Strategic Procurement
Supplier Management and Negotiation
Advanced Supply Chain Planning and Control
What can I do with an online supply chain management master’s degree?
With this master’s in supply chain management, you can apply your knowledge in a variety of business settings across the globe, including companies such as Exxon, Intel, Honeywell, Walmart, Dell and more. Potential careers include, but are not limited to:
Category manager
Import/export agent
Inventory manager
Production manager
Sourcing leader
Supply chain manager
Study with renowned and award-winning faculty members
Faculty at the W. P. Carey School of Business are passionate about innovative research and impact. Our school fosters an environment of global thinking, with a cohort of award-winning faculty from six continents around the globe and a student body which represents more than 100 countries. Faculty accolades include:
- National Academy of Sciences members.
- Nobel laureate.
- Renowned journal publications.
- Speakers at national conferences.
Study with renowned and award-winning faculty members
Faculty at the W. P. Carey School of Business are passionate about innovative research and impact. Our school fosters an environment of global thinking, with a cohort of award-winning faculty from six continents around the globe and a student body which represents more than 100 countries. Faculty accolades include:
- National Academy of Sciences members.
- Nobel laureate.
- Renowned journal publications.
- Speakers at national conferences.
Online supply chain management master’s degree admission requirements
Applicants must fulfill the requirements of both the Graduate College and the W. P. Carey School of Business.
Study at one of the best business schools in the country
The W. P. Carey School of Business is one of the top business schools in the country. Our AACSB-accredited business school is committed to delivering excellent quality and great value. Our peer-reviewed 2021 U.S. News & World Report rankings reflect our commitment to academics, groundbreaking research and positive student outcomes.
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Our tuition calculator can help you estimate full-time tuition fees for this program without financial aid. Keep in mind: More than 80% of our students receive financial aid.
Financial aid can reduce out-of-pocket costs, resulting in less financial stress and increased academic confidence. Learn more.
Tuition calculator
Our tuition calculator can help you estimate full-time tuition fees for this program without financial aid. Keep in mind: More than 80% of our students receive financial aid.
Financial aid can reduce out-of-pocket costs, resulting in less financial stress and increased academic confidence. Learn more.
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