Master of Science inSupply Chain Management

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Earn a Master of Science in Supply Chain Management From the Best in SCM!The higher you advance in SCM, the more important it is that you can demonstrate end-to-end supply chain knowledge. Meet the challenge with a Master of Science in Supply Chain Management from Michigan State University’s Eli Broad College of Business, ranked SCM World’s #1 U.S. Supply Chain School 2015 and #1 and #2 in SCM undergraduate and graduate programs by U.S. News & World Report.

With a leading supply chain curriculum, strengthened by the valuable insight and expertise of MSU’s award-winning faculty, this program takes a comprehensive, “big picture” approach to supply chain management.

You’ll gain a deeper understanding of supply chain strategies and technologies, explore alternative approaches to developing customer value, and establish an integrated view of procurement, operations and logistics management. You’ll also build and refine the advanced competencies today’s SCM professionals need, such as applying data analysis to decision making and leveraging information systems to maximize supply chain success.

TOP-RANKED MASTER’S DEGREE IN A FLEXIBLE NEW FORMAT Always ahead of the curve, MSU has offered this top-ranked graduate program in a blended format – a combination of online and face-to-face instruction – for years. Recently, MSU modified the format to make it even more accessible to working professionals, while ensuring you the same robust learning outcomes, interactions and networking opportunities. Now the program can be completed almost entirely online with as few as 12 days on-site!

TWO CAREER-ENHANCING TRACKS With MSU’s Master of Science in Supply Chain Management, you’ll have the opportunity to choose between two in-demand tracks.

Integrated Supply ChainBring more value to your organization’s entire supply chain with visionary supply chain strategies developed with a fully integrated mastery of procurement, operations and logistics.

Value Chain CreationSet yourself apart by adding value to the entire organizational value chain. Implement cutting-edge value chain creation strategies and best practices that include product design and innovation, packaging, engineering, safety and security, technology and more.

MESSAGE FROM THE DEPARTMENT CHAIRWelcome from all of us at Michigan State’s Eli Broad College of Business and the Department of Supply Chain Management. I want to personally invite you to earn your Master of Science in Supply Chain Management from the school ranked #1 and #2 in the nation for SCM undergraduate and graduate programs by U.S. News & World Report.

As print and broadcast stories elevate the visibility of supply chains and pressure mounts across all industries to cut costs, improve operations, reduce failures and mitigate risk in supply chains, this is a great time to advance your education and marketability in a growing field.

Through your choice of two in-demand tracks – Integrated Supply Chain and Value Chain Creation – and unique industry-driven courses, you can gain the deeper knowledge of supply chain practices and technologies that today’s employers demand. With its newly redesigned format, this master’s degree can now be completed almost entirely online, making it possible to continue working full time while still pursuing advancement opportunities.

LEARN FROM THE BEST IN SCM and ensure your success in this and future stages of your SCM career.

Dr. David ClossThe John H. McConnell Chair in Business Administration ChairpersonDepartment of Supply Chain ManagementBroad College of BusinessMichigan State University

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ONLINE CONVENIENCE The flexible format of MSU’s MS in Supply Chain Management makes it possible to earn your graduate degree from the AACSB-accredited Eli Broad College of Business without putting your life and career on hold. Online benefits include:

• Learn anywhere – from your computer or mobile device• Professor-led streaming video lectures• Live sessions with virtual whiteboards• Downloadable audio and video files• Professor-hosted discussion boards• Live chat room, email, social networking

WHO SHOULD ENROLL?This program is designed for supply chain managers and mid-to-top-level executives who are ready to experience the career-changing benefits an MSU SCM graduate degree can provide. Our MS SCM students are looking to positively impact their daily performance and want to prepare for success in this and future stages of their supply chain management career. Ideal candidates will have two years of supply chain management experience.

WHAT MAKES THIS PROGRAM A STANDOUT? Beyond learning from top researchers and practitioners in SCM and earning a master’s from the school ranked best in SCM education, this degree program blends online convenience with a hands-on, face-to-face applied learning experience unlike any other.

Depending on your choice of two in-demand tracks – Integrated Supply Chain or Value Chain Creation – you will attend four or five 3-day weekend sessions at cutting-edge MSU facilities on and around Michigan State’s campus. There, as part of your course curriculum, interactive case studies and on-site simulation assignments allow you to work alongside other students and MSU’s faculty.

These exciting sessions provide you with enhanced learning experiences, exclusive networking opportunities, and the chance to synthesize online coursework with real-world application.

MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY RANKINGS AND DISTINCTIONS • Ranked #1 and #2 in the nation

for SCM undergraduate and graduate programs by U.S. News & World Report

• Michigan State is ranked the #1 U.S. Supply Chain School for 2015 and the best source of SCM talent by SCM World

• Ranked one of the top 25 Best U.S. Business Schools by Forbes

• Founded in 1855, MSU is now one of the top research universities in the world

• The Broad College has been accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) since 1953

• MSU is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission

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INTEGRATED SUPPLY CHAIN TRACKIn this track, you will focus on the practices of distribution, operations and procurement with an integrated analysis of how to solve supply chain challenges. You will learn:

• Ways to drive innovation and vision for your organization• How to implement supply chain strategies that reflect a fully

integrated mastery of procurement, operations and logistics• The role of supply chain management in enterprise strategy• Ways to improve supply chain management operating practices• Supply chain management analysis methods• Technology applications for supply chain management• Methods for controlling the flow of information, materials and

services

Complete your degree with the Integrated Supply Chain Track in as few as two years with only 15 days on site!

VALUE CHAIN CREATION TRACKDesigned with input from leading organizations, the new Value Chain Creation Track builds upon the core curriculum in MSU’s top-ranked MS in SCM, adding interdisciplinary expertise and understanding in business critical areas. These areas include analytics, engineering, packaging, anti-counterfeiting, and food and water safety. You will learn:

• How to manage issues from product innovation to areas such as design, sourcing, procurement and manufacturing

• Strategies for adding value across the supply chain• Ways to achieve systematic process integration• How to plan for demand• Best practices for order fulfillment and delivery• Customer relationship collaboration• Considerations for launching products or services• Manufacturing/operations planning and control • Ways to build and improve supplier relationships• How to provide life cycle support• Reverse logistics

Complete your degree with the Value Chain Creation Track in as few as two years with only 12 days on-site!

Master of Science in Supply Chain ManagementCore Courses – Apply to Both Tracks: Credits

Introduction to Logistics and Supply Chain Mgmt 3

Global Supply Chain Management 3

Distribution Fulfillment 2

Total Quality Management and Lean Enterprise 3

Manufacturing Planning and Control 2

Communication in Supply Chain Management 2

Change Management 2

Strategic Sourcing 2

Applied Data Analysis 3

Field Study/Research Project 5

Strategy and Applications 3

Integrated Supply Chain Track-Specific Courses: Credits

Technology and Product Innovation Management 2

Analysis of Supply Market and Supplies 2

Logistics Operations Method and Systems 2

Value Chain Creation Track-Specific Courses: Credits

Packaging 1.5

Engineering 1.5

Food Safety 1.5

Criminal Justice 1.5

$1,400 per credit hour*Books and materials are additional. Shipping charges for course materials are not included. Prices are subject to change without notice or obligation. Your tuition costs may be tax deductible. Contact your tax advisor for more information.

ON-SITE COSTSAll program fees are included in the tuition. The MS SCM tuition will also cover two nights of accommodations (Saturday and Sunday nights) and some meals during each of the required on-site visits throughout the program. The Program Director will be responsible for coordinating the accommodation arrangement for the students. We strongly recommend that students plan on utilizing the accommodations provided during the on-site session to maximize their experience at the face-to-face sessions. Those who choose not to utilize hotel accommodations will not be provided with a tuition credit. Students will be responsible for any travel and/or additional material costs for their on-site sessions.

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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

Core Courses - Apply to Both TracksIntroduction to Logistics and Supply Chain ManagementDevelop an integrated view of procurement, operations and logistics management. Understand management of the flow of products from raw material sourcing and acquisition through delivery to the user.

Global Supply Chain ManagementDiscover the requirements for global operations and strategy development. Understand the similarities and differences between international and domestic operations.

Distribution FulfillmentLearn how to manage a firm’s value creation process. Explore alternative approaches to developing customer value and the role of the demand and supply chain in providing it.

Total Quality Management and Lean Enterprise Learn total quality management principles, practices and techniques. Explore the implementation of quality improvement programs. Understand the relationship of TQM to manufacturing and competitive strategies.

Manufacturing Planning and ControlExamine the planning and control functions required to match supply and demand in a manufacturing firm and the role of information systems in planning and control.

Communication in Supply Chain ManagementDevelop effective interpersonal communication skills and better oral communication in business settings. Learn to use the appropriate technology for management presentations.

Change ManagementDiscover the role and process of organizational change management. Recognize types of change, know how to identify the need for change, and understand the change management process.

Strategic SourcingUnderstand 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.

Applied Data Analysis Learn quantitative and statistical methods for decision making. Understand hypothesis testing, regression and correlation analysis, forecasting, linear programming, decision analysis and more.

Field Study/Research ProjectPractical application of course material to a problem or situation in your organization.

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

Integrated Supply Chain Track-Specific CoursesTechnology and Product Innovation Management Discover the management of technology and product development for high technology firms. Learn to create new product ideas, design high technology products, manage cross-functional teams, develop and implement marketing plans, interpret marketing data, use sales forecasting for new products, test new products, assess competitive dynamics, and cope with uncertain environmental forces.

Analysis of Supply Markets and Supplies Methods for supply market analysis to support sourcing strategy development, contract negotiations and cost management initiatives. Analysis of supply market conditions.

Logistics Operations Methods and Systems Microanalysis of logistics and transportation services, including customer service and order fulfillment, distribution operations, 3PL providers and network design.

Value Chain Creation Track-Specific CoursesPackagingExplore packaging systems, materials and forms and their relationship to value chain creation.

Engineering Leverage engineering strategies to capitalize on current and future growth opportunities throughout a value system.

Food Safety Learn tools and methods for addressing food safety needs in value chain creation and maintenance.

Criminal Justice Examine theories and the applied techniques of such value chain challenges as anti-counterfeiting strategies and product protection for food and consumer products.

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