The Master of Science in Supply Chain Management (MS-SCM) at Maryville University is designed to equip students with the advanced knowledge and practical skills necessary to manage complex global supply chains. This program integrates strategic decision-making, data-driven analytics, risk management, and sustainable practices to optimize supply chain operations. Students will explore key areas such as procurement, logistics, demand planning, supply chain analytics, and digital transformation. The program consists of 31 credit hours, including 10 credit hours of required core courses and 21 credit hours of elective courses. Core coursework and some elective options are structured as one-credit-hour courses. Depending on their academic background, students may be required to take MBA 501 Business Foundations as part of the program.
This flexible format allows professionals to tailor their learning experience while maintaining a balance between work and education. Graduates will be prepared for leadership roles in supply chain management across various industries, including manufacturing, retail, healthcare, and technology.
Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs)
Graduates of the MS-SCM program will be able to:
- Develop Strategic Solutions: Create and implement strategic supply chain solutions to enhance operational efficiency and reduce costs.
- Leverage Analytics and Technology: Utilize data analytics and emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence and blockchain to optimize supply chain processes.
- Risk and Sustainability Management: Identify and mitigate risks to ensure supply chain resilience and sustainability.
- Enhance Supply Chain Performance: Apply procurement, logistics, and inventory management strategies to improve supply chain outcomes.
- Demonstrate Leadership: Exhibit leadership and decision-making skills to foster innovation and drive continuous improvement within supply chain organizations.
With its focus on flexibility, innovation, and real-world application, the MS-SCM program at Maryville University empowers students to drive operational excellence and tackle complex challenges in the global supply chain landscape.
Program Structure and Curriculum
The MS-SCM program requires the completion of 31 graduate credit hours. This include 10 credit hours of core coursework plus 21 elective credit hours. Students may select a concentration or a certificate (12 -15 credit hours). Students who complete a certificate in Big Data, Cybersecurity Threat Detection, Cybersecurity Penetration Testing, Data Analytics, Fundamentals of Artificial Intelligence and later choose to earn a second master’s degree in their completed certificate area may only use 6 hours of credit toward fulfillment of requirements for the second degree.
