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MS Global Supply Chain Management (MSGSCM)

Master of Science in Global Supply Chain Management

MSGSCM

The USC Master of Science in Global Supply Chain Management program uniquely prepares you for an increasingly global, complex, and ever-evolving world in supply chain management. We offer a world-class academic foundation in supply chain management with real-world applications in the form of live projects for leading companies as well as international and domestic site visits. 

Our global supply chain program has two delivery options. The Residential Program is designed for new professionals and recent college graduates to complete their degree at USC’s main campus in Los Angeles, the nation’s largest international trade hub. The Executive (Online) program offers working professionals the flexibility required to complete their degree while working full-time. Whether you have 10 years of experience working in supply chain, logistics, or have just graduated, the Master of Science in Global Supply Chain Management is flexibly designed around your academic and professional goals.

Master of Science in Global Supply Chain Management

On-Campus Program

The on-campus program is designed for students who wish to engage with faculty and peers in a traditional classroom setting. Classes will be taught Monday-Friday at the University Park Campus in Los Angeles. The program is typically completed in four semesters (fall, spring, summer and fall) at the USC campus.

Online Program

The Master of Science in Global Supply Chain Management for Executives (Online) program is designed to facilitate the needs of working professionals who wish to expand their knowledge of the rapidly-changing world of global supply chain management. This 30-unit program is designed to be completed in 4 semesters.

  • PROGRAM PROFILE - ONLINE

    Pacing: Full-Time (Part-time option available for some U.S. citizens)

    Duration: 16 months

    Format: Online

    Class Schedule: Weekdays online

    Student Profile: Mid-career to senior-level professionals

    STEM Designation: For international applicants, this program is not eligible for the OPT-STEM extension

  • PROGRAM PROFILE - ON-CAMPUS

    Pacing: Full-Time

    Duration: 16 months

    Format: In-Person

    Class Schedule: Weekdays on campus.

    Student Profile: Early-career and mid-career professionals

    STEM Designation: For international applicants, this program is eligible for the OPT-STEM extension

SUPPLY CHAIN PROGRAM BENEFITS

All students work on real industry projects to earn their Lean Six Sigma Green Belt through our collaboration with the Randall R. Kendrick Global Supply Chain Institute and prepare for the digital transformation through core courses and electives covering supply chain analytics, blockchain, and artificial intelligence. In addition, our program is a joint program offered by the Marshall School of Business in collaboration with the Viterbi School of Engineering, which are two top-ranked professional schools at the University of Southern California and we are currently the Number 1 Ranked Online Graduate Business Degree Program with U.S. News & World Report 2021.

  • USC's master degree in Global Supply Chain Management's combines a business education similar to an MBA with the strong and functional knowledge expected from a Master Degree in Supply Chain Management or Logistics. Students will gain a complete understanding of subjects like strategic procurement, outsourcing, logistics and distribution, the role of information technology in managing global supply chains and how these impact the process of developing new products.

Supply Chain Curriculum

APPLYING TO THE SUPPLY CHAIN PROGRAM

APPLICATION DEADLINES

  Deadline
Round 1 November 1, 2024
Round 2 January 15, 2025
Round 3 March 1, 2025
Round 4 April 15, 2025

Round 1 and 2 are priority consideration for scholarships.

International Applicants: We highly encourage you to apply for admission in Round 1 or 2, as we cannot guarantee an admission decision in Round 4 for international applicants due to visa and immigration matters.

MS GSCM STUDENT LIFE

  • Monthly presentations from a variety of world-renowned companies about their culture and job opportunities. Lunch and learns provide students with direct connections to leaders in the field and gives them the chance to network beyond the classroom. 

MS GSCM FACULTY

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  • CONTACT US

    University of Southern California
    Marshall School of Business
    Popovich Hall, Suite 308
    Los Angeles, CA 90089-2633

    Phone: 213-740-7846

    Email: gradadmissions@marshall.usc.edu