Randall R. Kendrick Global Supply Chain Institute

The USC Marshall Randall R. Kendrick Global Supply Chain Institute (Kendrick GSCI) exists to help predict, mitigate, and alleviate supply chain disruptions and risks. We are capitalizing upon our global network, industry experience, and renowned faculty, through Network, Education, and Advanced Research (NEAR).
The Institute is cultivating innovative, critical-thinking, and resilient student leaders in a digitally transformative, data-driven supply chain ecosystem delivering triple-bottom-line results: agility, resiliency, and sustainability. With NEAR, we can keep our member community up to date on industry macro and micro trends, news, and critical horizon scan.
USC Marshall celebrates a $20 million naming gift from alumnus Randy Kendrick ’86, establishing the Randall R. Kendrick Global Supply Chain Institute to advance education, research, and industry innovation in supply chain management.

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DEGREES + COURSES

Whether you’re an executive or an employer, the Randall R. Kendrick Global Supply Chain Institute can meet your professional development goals. We offer three distinct programs to match the level of experience, interests, and schedule for you or your organization. Online or on-site, we work to find the program that best suits your needs.

The Lean Six Sigma certificate program is taught by world class Master Black Belt faculty who has led corporate transformation in various industries. Our Lean Six Sigma certificate courses are designed for professionals seeking to standardize high performance in their organizations. Lean Six Sigma is a widely used methodical approach to improve business performance by reducing waste and increasing efficiency. With today’s companies facing continually rising costs and increasing competition, Lean Six Sigma certified professionals have become increasingly desirable in Operations and Supply Chain Management roles.
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic and its economic impact, the global supply chain is undergoing significant transformation. Earn your Supply Chain certificate in just a few months by learning the academic foundation and in-demand skills of Supply Chain Management through real-world applications. The USC Marshall Randall R. Kendrick Global Supply Chain bootcamp is a 100% online certification program for all levels. Participants will learn fundamental and necessary skills as well as explore supply chain disruptions and advances.
The USC Marshall The Randall R. Kendrick Global Supply Chain Institute offers specialized training courses taught by Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) and industry leaders. Among the topics covered are:
- Understanding & Negotiating International Sales Contracts
- Understanding and Applying Sustainable Supply Chains, Logistics and Laws of Importing and Exporting into the United States
- Supply Chain Planning, Execution & Management Strategic Procurement
-Financial Implications of Global Supply Chain Management
- Risk Management & Supply Chain Security
Every year, the world's top supply chain executives gather at Southern California's most prestigious research university to network, share ideas, and take part in this well-recognized event—the Annual Global Supply Chain Summit. Business delegations participate in the in-depth discussion of globalization, innovation, and digitalization, as well as supply chain management. The International Executive Training Program includes five days of high-level workshop instruction and site visits to advanced industry facilities in the Los Angeles area.
Top 5 GSCM program
Two program offerings - online and on-campus
Extensive networking opportunities
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INSIGHT + ANALYSIS

Quoted: Nick Vyas in Business Insider

Vyas says the tariff pause with China won’t ease disruptions anytime soon, calling it a “policy-induced bullwhip effect” likely to last through year’s end.

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Op-Ed: Nick Vyas and Jonathan Vojtecky in USC Supply Chain

Nick Vyas, Kendrick Institute Director, and Jonathan Vojtecky, Managing Director, Global Trade & Supply Chain Finance, Bank of America, co-author an op-ed on the magic triangle every business must navigate: cost, service, and cash.

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Quoted: Nick Vyas and Tom Chang in the San Francisco Chronicle

Scarcity sells, says Chang — and Vyas warns that while stockpiling can feel like control amid chaos, it may already be too late to panic buy amid looming Chinese tariffs.

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Quoted: Nick Vyas in the Boston Globe

Vyas says consumers will bear the brunt of Trump’s tariffs on Chinese goods.

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Interview: Nick Vyas on KABC7

Vyas says supply chain disruptions due to high tariffs could take months to stabilize — even as the Port of L.A. braces for a 35% year-over-year drop in early May imports.

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NEWS + EVENTS

Business of Sustainability

Keeping the American Dream Alive: USC Marshall Alum Lays the Groundwork for a Sustainable Future

Fueled by his experience at USC Marshall, Randy Kendrick ’86 is building a future marked by innovation and sustainability.

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USC Marshall’s Global Supply Chain Management Program Prepares the Next Generation of Leaders

Graduates harness advanced technologies to create resilient, agile, and sustainable supply chains that benefit business and society.

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Marshall Faculty Publications, Awards, and Honors: February 2025

We are proud to highlight the many accomplishments of Marshall’s exceptional faculty recognized for recently accepted and published research and achievements in their field.

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Eleven Marshall Professors Earn Promotions for New Term

Promoted faculty were recognized for their contributions to the school and their field.

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Year in Review: New academic programs, marquee collaborations, and start-up culture define 2024 for Marshall and Leventhal

Marshall News looks back on the school’s major moments and milestones.

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USC Marshall in the Media: November 2024

USC Marshall School of Business faculty are featured in national and regional publications as thought leaders and experts in their fields.

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UPCOMING EVENTS

ANNUAL GLOBAL SUPPLY CHAIN EXCELLENCE SUMMIT

The Annual Global Supply Chain Excellence Summit is one of the most anticipated and well-attended supply chain events in the country. The event attracts over two thousand supply chain thought leaders, innovators, and senior executives from Fortune 500 companies. The 10th Summit offers learning and networking opportunities to discuss critical issues confronting the global supply chain landscape today.
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CASE COMPETITION

Bringing students and organizations together to solve real-world challenges. An excellent platform for students from all over the world to hone their current skill sets while gaining new inspiration and broadening their technical knowledge. Undergraduate and postgraduate students are invited to join the challenge to develop potential case solutions based on real-life business situations.
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STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS

USC Global Supply Chain Club

The purpose of this organization is to introduce members to supply chain and advance academic topics related to the field of global supply chain management. The organization will provide formal and informal networking opportunities and introduce problem-solving and analysis skills valuable in the field.

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Randall R. Kendrick Global Supply Chain Institute
USC Marshall School of Business
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Los Angeles, CA 90015

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Randall R. Kendrick Global Supply Chain Institute

The Randall R. Kendrick Global Supply Chain Institute

Alumnus Randy Kendrick '86 Names the Institute

DEGREES + COURSES

LEAN SIX SIGMA

SUPPLY CHAIN BOOTCAMP

SPECIALIZED TRAINING

INTERNATIONAL EXECUTIVE TRAINING

CUSTOM COURSES

MS Global Supply Chain Management (MSGSCM)

INSIGHT + ANALYSIS

Quoted: Nick Vyas in Business Insider

Op-Ed: Nick Vyas and Jonathan Vojtecky in USC Supply Chain

Quoted: Nick Vyas and Tom Chang in the San Francisco Chronicle

Quoted: Nick Vyas in the Boston Globe

Interview: Nick Vyas on KABC7

NEWS + EVENTS

Keeping the American Dream Alive: USC Marshall Alum Lays the Groundwork for a Sustainable Future

USC Marshall’s Global Supply Chain Management Program Prepares the Next Generation of Leaders

Marshall Faculty Publications, Awards, and Honors: February 2025

Eleven Marshall Professors Earn Promotions for New Term

Year in Review: New academic programs, marquee collaborations, and start-up culture define 2024 for Marshall and Leventhal

USC Marshall in the Media: November 2024

UPCOMING EVENTS

ANNUAL GLOBAL SUPPLY CHAIN EXCELLENCE SUMMIT

CASE COMPETITION

STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS

USC Global Supply Chain Club

STAY CONNECTED

RESOURCES

CONTACT