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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

MS GSCM 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.

  • Top-Tier Academics

  • 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.

Program Rankings

  • #2

    MS Global Supply Chain Management — Online

    2023 US News & World Report
  • #3

    MS Global Supply Chain Management — US

    2023 QS World University Ranking

Global Supply Chain Curriculum

APPLYING TO THE MS GSCM PROGRAM

APPLICATION DEADLINES

  Deadline Decision By
Round 1 November 1, 2023 January 20, 2024
Round 2 January 17, 2024 March 17, 2024
Round 3 March 13, 2024 May 10, 2024
Round 4 April 17, 2024 June 8, 2024

MS GSCM STUDENT LIFE

  • Lunch and Learns

  • 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. 

Why Marshall - GSCM

MS GSCM FACULTY

  • Nick Vyas

    Nick Vyas
    • Founding Director Randall R. Kendrick Global Supply Chain Institute
    • Academic Director MS Global Supply Chain Management
    • Associate Professor of Clinical Data Sciences and Operations

    Dr. Nick Vyas, a practitioner in operations management and organizational excellence through the application of Blended Quality Management, AI, ML, RPA, Blockchain, and Data Analytics received his Doctor of Education from USC with his published dissertation on Conceptualization of Higher Education Excellence System (HEES): Use of Advance Data Analytics and Blended Quality Management. A Subject Matter Expert in End-to-End Global Supply Chain Management (GSCM), Vyas has led business transformation for fortune 100 companies. As USC CGSCM’s Executive Director/ Co-founder, Director of MS GSCM and as an Assistant Professor, he was presented with the Golden Apple Award for teaching excellence and recognized as a “Supply Chain Leader” for the APICS Excellence Awards. As a thought leader, he speaks at conferences on global trade, disruptive technology and GSCM. Vyas serves to make GSCM education accessible through the Gift of Knowledge scholarship at USC MS GSCM program and Supply Chain Professionals without Borders. Working closely with students, Vyas consulted for over 25 global operations across various sectors. He integrated technology and directed teams that both optimized speed-to-market and managed cost/quality.

  • Greys Sošić

    Greys Sošić
    • Senior Vice Dean of Faculty and Academic Affairs
    • E. Morgan Stanley Chair in Business Administration
    • Professor of Data Sciences and Operations

    Greys Sošić holds a PhD from the University of British Columbia, and a master's and a bachelor's degree from the University of Zagreb, Croatia. Her research interests include supply chain management, sustainability, competition and cooperation in supply chains, with emphasis on coalition stability. Her work has been published in Management Science, Operations Research, M&SOM, and POMS. Greys is an Associate Editor for Operations Research and POMS, and a Department Editor for IISE Transactions. She has received Dean's Awards for Research Excellence and IISE Transactions Design & Manufacturing Best Paper Award. She has been teaching courses on supply chain management, sustainability, and sourcing.

  • Murat Bayiz

    Murat Bayiz
    • Professor of Clinical Data Sciences and Operations

    Murat Bayiz is a Professor of Clinical Data Sciences and Operations at Marshall School of Business. He has more than two decades of combined management consulting and academic experience and specializes in operations strategy.

  • Jul16
    9-10A PT
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    MS GSCM Virtual Information Session

    Prospective students interested in applying to the MS in Global Supply Chain program are invited to join Graduate Admissions for a virtual information session. The session will provide an overview of the application process and program benefits, including our customizable curriculum, career services, Trojan Network, and more!

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    Full-Time MBA Virtual Information Session

    Prospective students interested in applying to the Full-Time MBA program are invited to join a member of the Graduate Admissions team for a virtual information session. The hour-long session will provide an overview of the application process and program benefits, including our holistic academic-career program model, career services, global opportunities, and more!

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    Chart Your Course: MBA Programs at Marshall

    Prospective students interested in applying to the Full-Time, Part-Time (MBA. PM), or Online (OMBA) program options are invited to join the Graduate Admissions Committee for a virtual information session. Whether you prefer an immersive on-campus experience or the flexibility of online learning, we have a program tailored to suit your needs.

    During the session, you will:

    • Gain insights into each program’s curriculum and specialization options
    • Discover the unique features and benefits of each program delivery format
    • Explore our career services and networking opportunities
    • Learn about the vibrant student community and Trojan Network
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    Prospective students interested in applying to the Full-Time MBA program are invited to join a member of the Graduate Admissions team for a virtual information session. The hour-long session will provide an overview of the application process and program benefits, including our holistic academic-career program model, career services, global opportunities, and more!

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  • Nov19
    4-5P PT
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    Full-Time MBA Virtual Information Session

    Prospective students interested in applying to the Full-Time MBA program are invited to join a member of the Graduate Admissions team for a virtual information session. The hour-long session will provide an overview of the application process and program benefits, including our holistic academic-career program model, career services, global opportunities, and more!

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