Program Overview
Specialize your business career with a Master of Science in Supply Chain Management. The demand for employees with supply chain management expertise far exceeds the number of graduates. With the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reporting a growth rate of 19 percent, careers in logistics are expanding significantly faster than other professional fields.
The M.S. in Supply Chain Management empowers you to become a leader in supply management, equipping you with the tools to thrive in the ever-changing global supply chain environment. The program encompasses the total systems approach required by companies, suppliers and partners to deliver manufactured products and services to the end customer. Information technology is used to coordinate all elements of the supply chain, from sourcing parts to coordination of retailers, to achieve a level of integration that results in a competitive advantage not available in traditional logistics systems.
Scholarships for Graduate Students
This scholarship supports academically strong students who plan to continue to graduate school or employment in STEM industries after completing a master’s degree in one of the following programs:
Students can receive $3,000 per academic year for two years.
Dean's Scholarship: NEW GRADUATE STUDENT
This scholarship is available to new students pursuing a graduate degree from Ashland University’s Dauch College of Business & Economics. Students can receive $2,500 per academic year for two years. Only available to domestic students.
Dean’s Scholarship: EMERGING GRADUATE LEADER
This scholarship is available to new students pursuing a graduate degree from Ashland University’s Dauch College of Business & Economics. Students can receive $2,000 per academic year for two years. Only available to domestic students.
AU Alumni Scholarship
Ashland University is your destination for lifelong learning. If you have already earned a bachelor's or graduate degree from AU, you'll receive a tuition discount to continue your education in one of our graduate or certificate programs:
- Part-time students receive a 10% discount.
- Full-time students receive a 15% discount.
That makes 2025 a great time to start your next degree!
Empower an Eagle Referral Scholarship
Before applying to AU, graduate students referred to AU who apply for admission will receive a $500 scholarship. The referral must be mentioned during the admissions application process. Students must be enrolled full-time to be eligible. This scholarship is renewable for four years.
How Do I Know if This Program Is Right for Me?
The Master of Science in Supply Chain Management is an excellent program for those aspiring to manage operations processes, i.e., manufacturing, service production and delivery, distribution and supply.
This degree program builds on other areas of functional expertise, including marketing, finance, accounting and strategic planning. It then provides a framework for integrating these functional areas with targeted skill development in supply chain management. You will also undertake in-depth analysis of operations decisions such as new product development, supply chain capacity planning, process technology planning, factory automation and production systems planning. You’ll hone critical thinking skills and synthesize theory and strategy to solve real business problems.
Program Objectives
- Understand fundamental supply chain management concepts.
- Apply knowledge to evaluate and manage an effective supply chain.
- Understand the foundational role of logistics as it relates to transportation and warehousing.
- Describe how process and product design choices can impact the efficiency and effectiveness of operations processes.
- Apply operations approaches such as lean production, constraint management and supply chain management to provide an organization with a competitive advantage.
- Analyze and improve supply chain processes.
Learning Experiences
- International students graduating from this STEM-designated program are eligible to stay in the U.S. for three years of Optional Practical Training after degree completion.
- The program is delivered in person at the Ashland campus, Cleveland Center and Columbus Center, making it easier to attend and study with people from your area.
- As a member of a closely-knit cohort, you’ll cultivate a powerful professional network as you move into the next stage of your career.
- You will study alongside peers with diverse work experiences, enriching class discussions with practical insights and real-world applications.
- Your capstone project will give you the opportunity to address a real challenge and deliver tangible results to your employer.
- When you complete the program, you will be prepared to pass the exam to earn the Association of Supply Chain Management certification in Foundations of Supply Chain Management.
Curriculum
Candidates for the MS-SCM degree must complete all of the required courses listed below as there are no electives. Prerequisites are required for those students who do not have an appropriate undergraduate degree or background in the specific topic areas.
For additional information about the Supply Chain Management curriculum, view the Academic Catalog.
| Course # | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| MBA 503 | Operations Management | 3 |
| MBA 505 | Financial Management | 3 |
| MBA 530 | Foundations of Project Management | 3 |
| MBA 548 | Analytic Modeling for Decision Marketing | 3 |
| MBA 570 | Introduction to Supply Chain Management (SCM) | 3 |
| MBA 571 | Logistics and Procurement | 3 |
| MBA 572 | Supply Chain Strategy | 3 |
| MBA 576 | Six Sigma | 3 |
| MBA 514 | Special Topics: Case Studies in SCM | 3 |
| MBA 601 | Independent Research Project (Capstone) in SCM | 3 |
| TOTAL | 30 |
Credit for Prior Learning
Have you already earned credentials in your field of study? Credit for prior learning allows students to earn credit for previously earned, industry-recognized credentials, providing students with up to 9 credits toward their graduate business degree.
Can You Give Me a Glimpse of My Future?
Through the M.S. in Supply Chain Management program you will acquire advanced skills essential for optimizing global operations and fostering innovation. Your future will be marked by leadership in this dynamic field, driving efficiency, sustainability, and profitability in complex supply chain networks.