Elevate Supply Chains with Analytic Insights
In our interconnected world, the impact of supply chain management on every aspect of our lives is undeniable. As supply chain networks grow increasingly complex, there is a growing demand for professionals who can enhance efficiency, drive innovation, and ensure that operations are both streamlined and resilient.
Our STEM-designated MS in Supply Chain Management program is designed to address these challenges. It uniquely integrates comprehensive supply chain management concepts with essential business analytics to prepare leaders for the industry’s dynamic shifts. Our program empowers you to address global supply challenges, enabling you to optimize sales, inventory and operations, advance sustainable practices, and drive strategic sourcing strategies.
Our curriculum emphasizes a hands-on, practical approach, ensuring you're prepared to immediately apply what you learn to your professional role. By choosing this path, you are not only confronting current industry demands—you're positioning yourself to shape its future. With a foundation in strategic insight, data analytics, and enriched by real-world application, you’ll be set to confidently lead supply chain excellence on a global scale.
Lead in supply chain management with a holistic view of the entire lifecycle. Gain expertise in ethical sourcing, sustainable distribution, and strategies to boost customer value while promoting social and environmental responsibility. Enhance strategic leadership, decision-making, and excel in complex environments.
The supply chain sector is experiencing rapid expansion, with a projected growth rate of 28% through 2031, significantly outpacing the average. The Twin Cities, known for logistics firms and Fortune 500 companies, present extensive career opportunities in manufacturing, retail, logistics, consulting, and tech industries.
Step into higher leadership roles and achieve a boost in income, with a median salary of $113,300. Earning this degree not only highlights your specialized knowledge but also positions you as a key expert in a post-pandemic era where supply chain management's strategic value to business success is increasingly recognized.
The MS in Supply Chain Management is a 30-credit degree program designed for working professionals.
You Control Your Pace
You Choose Your Format
Having the flexibility to choose your preferred learning format as you go will help you earn your master’s in the way that works best for you.
The MS in Supply Chain Management spans 10 required courses, totaling 30 credits.
Focusing on holistic view of end-to-end supply chain management, our program places strong emphasis on analytics. It's designed to ensure you develop the critical skills needed to emerge as a leader in supply chain management. By integrating theoretical foundations with practical applications, it equips you to master and shape the complexities of the global supply chain landscape.
Fundamentals
Analytics
Supply Chain Expertise
Application
Explore crucial topics such as sustainability, ESG principles, and ethics, crucial for modern supply chain management. Our curriculum incorporates these vital issues to prepare you for the challenges and ethical decisions that define today's supply chain roles.
Explore the seamless integration of data analytics within supply chain management. This core component of our curriculum enhances your ability to analyze data, informing decisions that optimize operational efficiency and drive innovation.
Immerse yourself in our hands-on learning, where supply chain principles are brought to life through interactive activities like group projects, simulations, case studies, and guest lectures. This practical education ensures you're fully immersed in every aspect of the supply chain, providing knowledge directly applicable to your career.
Your education culminates in a capstone project, challenging you to solve a tangible problem in the supply chain realm. It's a chance to apply everything you've learned and make a significant impact, showcasing your skills and insights.
Learn from faculty members who bring a wealth of real-world experience and expertise. Their guidance ensures that discussions and coursework are relevant, up-to-date, and grounded in the realities of the supply chain field.
We welcome both aspiring newcomers and seasoned industry professionals. In our environment, learning transcends traditional boundaries; you'll be inspired by the collective wisdom of your peers, navigating challenges with diverse perspectives to shape a dynamic future in supply chain management.
Our candidates should possess strong quantitative skills, a critical foundation for success in this program.
Via our Online Application portal, you will submit:
The MS in Supply Chain Management is a 30-credit degree program designed for working professionals.
You Control Your Pace
You Choose Your Format
Having the flexibility to choose your preferred learning format as you go will help you earn your master’s in the way that works best for you.
The MS in Supply Chain Management spans 10 required courses, totaling 30 credits.
Focusing on holistic view of end-to-end supply chain management, our program places strong emphasis on analytics. It's designed to ensure you develop the critical skills needed to emerge as a leader in supply chain management. By integrating theoretical foundations with practical applications, it equips you to master and shape the complexities of the global supply chain landscape.
Fundamentals
Analytics
Supply Chain Expertise
Application
Explore crucial topics such as sustainability, ESG principles, and ethics, crucial for modern supply chain management. Our curriculum incorporates these vital issues to prepare you for the challenges and ethical decisions that define today's supply chain roles.
Explore the seamless integration of data analytics within supply chain management. This core component of our curriculum enhances your ability to analyze data, informing decisions that optimize operational efficiency and drive innovation.
Immerse yourself in our hands-on learning, where supply chain principles are brought to life through interactive activities like group projects, simulations, case studies, and guest lectures. This practical education ensures you're fully immersed in every aspect of the supply chain, providing knowledge directly applicable to your career.
Your education culminates in a capstone project, challenging you to solve a tangible problem in the supply chain realm. It's a chance to apply everything you've learned and make a significant impact, showcasing your skills and insights.
Learn from faculty members who bring a wealth of real-world experience and expertise. Their guidance ensures that discussions and coursework are relevant, up-to-date, and grounded in the realities of the supply chain field.
We welcome both aspiring newcomers and seasoned industry professionals. In our environment, learning transcends traditional boundaries; you'll be inspired by the collective wisdom of your peers, navigating challenges with diverse perspectives to shape a dynamic future in supply chain management.
Our candidates should possess strong quantitative skills, a critical foundation for success in this program.
Via our Online Application portal, you will submit:
Supply chain issues fundamentally stem from data problems. Our unique program goes beyond the conventional supply chain principles by integrating sustainability and strategic sourcing with a focus on data's pivotal role. Data is more than a mere tool—it's the lens through which the future of supply chain will be shaped.
Our program integrates data analytics with supply chain management principles, equipping you with advanced analytical skills essential for managing global supply chains effectively. This integration ensures a rich learning experience, delivering the diverse skill set necessary to emerge as a supply chain leader.
Our action-based curriculum covers end-to-end supply chain management, emphasizing real-world application. Benefit from direct industry access, expert-led company visits, guest lectures, and case competitions, all aimed at fostering professional growth and enhancing your understanding of global supply chain operations.
Bridging theory with real-world application, our capstone course pairs student teams with corporate sponsors to address supply chain challenges within their companies. This collaboration not only reinforces classroom learning but also deepens understanding of effective supply chain strategies.
Our STEM-designated program opens doors for international students to extend their post-graduation stay in the US through Optional Practical Training (OPT). This not only aids in career development but also contributes to fulfilling the demand for STEM-educated professionals in the US workforce.
Master the art of transforming raw data into compelling narratives that inform strategic business decisions. From framing analytics problem statements to creating impactful dashboards, this course provides you with essential skills in data storytelling, preparing them for success in the dynamic world of analytics-driven decision-making.
Explore the essence of effective leadership, gaining insight into principled leadership principles, individual strengths and interpersonal dynamics. This course equips you with the tools necessary to navigate complex organizational landscapes and drive meaningful change, setting the stage for success in your career and beyond.
In today’s globalized market, products travel long distances, using diverse transportation modes and processing methods before reaching consumers. Managing these flows requires understanding of economic principles like weight, volume, distance, and velocity. Innovation is key for transformative process improvements.
St. Thomas Opus College of Business is an incredible place to learn, network, meet inspiring peers and mentors, and build a strong career path. Don't just take our word for it—experience Opus firsthand. Visit a class, attend an info session, or chat with the admissions team.