Master of Science in Supply Chain Management

Required Courses

• Analysis of Supply Markets

Analysis of Supply Markets

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SCM848

In this course, you will explore how good companies go about developing “category sourcing strategies” to support business strategy. Analysis of Supply Chain Markets examines methods for supply market analysis to support sourcing strategy development, contract negotiations and cost management initiatives. Analysis of supply market conditions and structure, buyer and supplier power, supply risk, benchmarking, value analysis and value engineering.

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• Applied Data Analysis

Applied Data Analysis

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SCM871

Applied Data Analysis examines widely used statistical and optimization methodologies in supply chain management and business. Learn quantitative and statistical methods for decision making. Understand hypothesis testing, regression and correlation analysis, forecasting, linear programming, decision analysis and project management.


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• Communication in Supply Chain Management

Communication in Supply Chain Management

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COM874

Develop effective interpersonal communication skills. Build competencies for better oral communication in business, including presentation and interview skills. Learn to use the appropriate technology for management and analysis of presentations within a professional setting.

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• Distribution Fulfillment

Distribution Fulfillment

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SCM872

Learn how to manage a firm’s value creation process from product development through order receipt and delivery to consumer. Explore alternative approaches to developing customer value and the role of the demand and supply chain in providing it.

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• Field Study/Research Project

Field Study/Research Project

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SCM882

Experience practical application of course material to a current challenge or opportunity impacting your current organization. The Field Study/Research Project focuses on the development of project management skills while allowing students to implement skills and knowledge gained throughout the MS SCM program in this real-world application.

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• Global Supply Chain Management

Global Supply Chain Management

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SCM881

Global Supply Chain Management is designed to provide you with knowledge and tools to better understand and manage a firm’s global supply chain strategy. Emphasis is placed on business decision-making related to global supply chain strategy, with the goal of improving your critical thinking ability and analytical and creative thinking skills regarding global supply chain strategy development and implementation.

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• Introduction to Logistics and Supply Chain Management

Introduction to Logistics and Supply Chain Management

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SCM870

Develop an integrated view of procurement, operations and logistics management. Gain a thorough understanding of the management of the flow of products from raw material sourcing and acquisition through delivery to the final user.



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• Logistics Operations Methods and Systems

Logistics Operations Methods and Systems

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SCM876

Logistics Operations Methods and Systems focuses on microanalysis of logistics and transportation services including customer service and order fulfillment, distribution operations, purchasing or operation of transportation services, third-party logistics providers, and network design. Gain an understanding of how logistics management serves an integrative role, coordinating and optimizing all logistics activities, while also integrating those activities with other functions such as marketing, sales, manufacturing, finance and information technology.


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• Manufacturing Planning & Control

Manufacturing Planning & Control

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SCM875

Examine the planning and control functions required to match supply and demand in a manufacturing firm. Learn the tools and methods for planning production, resources and capacity needed to support production, as well as the role of information systems in planning and control across the supply chain.


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• Strategic Sourcing

Strategic Sourcing

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SCM886

Understand the fundamentals of strategic sourcing and supply chain management. Explore the integration and coordination of product innovation, sourcing, manufacturing, distribution and logistics for global competitiveness.

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• Strategy and Applications

Strategy and Applications

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SCM879

Explore the analysis and solution of supply chain management cases and simulations. Build teamwork, communication and job skills. Manage situations involving purchasing, manufacturing, logistics and transportation as an integrated supply chain.


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• Technology and Product Innovation Management

Technology and Product Innovation Management

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SCM883

Technology and product innovations are critical for a growing and profitable high-tech firm. In Technology and Product Innovation Management, you will examine various aspects of analysis and decision making for innovation, product planning concepts, and tools and techniques for effective new product development processes in manufacturing and service industries.

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• Total Quality Management and Lean Enterprise

Total Quality Management and Lean Enterprise

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SCM874

This course focuses primarily on helping managers to develop and manage effective and efficient enterprises. Examine total quality management and lean enterprise principles, practices and techniques. Explore the implementation of quality improvement programs and develop an understanding of the relationship of TQM to manufacturing and competitive strategies.


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