Global Supply Chain Management M.S. (MS GSCM)
The MS GSCM is a 52-credit-hour program that can be completed in two years on a part time basis. This is an online degree that will start with a residency weekend orientation program. The program objectives are to prepare students to design and manage an effective and efficient global supply chain; understand and apply supply chain analytics; conduct demand forecasting, aggregate planning, and sales and operations planning for a supply chain; apply project management techniques in a supply chain context; understand the implications of supply chain initiatives in terms of key financial performance metrics; understand and utilize sustainability-based initiatives, including closed-loop processes, to improve the social and environmental impact of supply chains; assess fundamental dimensions of supply chain strategy, social and environmental responsibility, innovation, transformation and organizational leadership.
The goal of the MS GSCM is to prepare global leaders in developing strategies that support markets and innovation in a sustainable and efficient manner. In the MS GSCM program students will gain knowledge in how supply chains are integrated into a full spectrum of product and service strategies including; new product innovation, markets and channels, sourcing, lean operations, project management, logistics, analytics, and sustainable end-of-life closed loop processes.
Requirements
The MS GSCM degree will have a total of 52 student credit hours and be completed in two years on a part-time basis.
Year 1
| GSCM 511 | Principles of Strategic Global Sourcing | 4 |
| GSCM 512 | Global Managerial and Cost Accounting | 4 |
| GSCM 513 | Principles of Strategic Global Logistics | 4 |
| GSCM 522 | Global Leadership and Ethics in Supply Chain Management | 2 |
| GSCM 516 | Global Supply Chain Forecasting and Production Planning | 4 |
| GSCM 520 | Global Supply Chain Strategy | 2 |
Year 2
| GSCM 515 | Global Case Studies in Supply Chain Management | 4 |
| GSCM 517 | Supply Chain International Field Study | 4 |
| GSCM 518 | Global Supply Chain Project Management | 4 |
| GSCM 519 | Global Supply Chain Negotiations | 4 |
| GSCM 514 | Reverse Logistics and Closed Loop Supply Chain | 4 |
| GSCM 521 | Global Information, Systems and Data Analytics | 4 |
| GSCM 525 | Supply Chain Capstone Consulting Experience | 4 |
| GSCM XXX | Elective | 4 |
Total Credit Hours: 52
Dual Degree
Admitted students in good standing may apply for dual MS GSCM and MBA degrees. Applications must be received two terms before graduate. For details see the website (www.pdx.edu/gradbusiness/ms-gscm-mba-dual-degree) or contact the academic director.