MSU | Supply Chain Management Certificates

Master Certificates

3 Courses

24 Weeks

Advanced Procurement Management - Global Supply Chain

What You’ll Learn

Deepen your understanding of the end-to-end global supply chain marketplace and develop the skills to:

Establish global supply chain and market channels strategies
Identify the role of sourcing strategy in supply management effectiveness
Improve your supply base in consideration to your type and number of suppliers
Leverage a deeper understanding of the scope, costs, metrics, and processes associated with supply management
Analyze the implications of industry globalization drivers for supply chains

Who should register

This 24-week program is ideal for mid- to senior-level managers who desire to engage more effectively in the global supply chain marketplace. The program can also benefit anyone who aspires to advance their career potential and increase their competitive advantage in managing their global supply chains.

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Strategic Supply Management

Strategic Base Management

Global Supply Chain Management

Advanced Procurement Management – Strategic Negotiation

What You’ll Learn

Develop forward-thinking supply strategies and establish effective methods for negotiating with suppliers when you:

Align and foster supplier relationships that support your overall strategy
Master negotiating techniques for cross-cultural and multi-party situations
Establish an effective supplier assessment system
Leverage a 10-point planning guide for successful negotiations
Optimize your supply base considering your number and type of suppliers

Who should register

This program particularly benefits mid- to senior-level professionals in purchasing, sourcing and supply management roles or those aspiring to reach those management levels. This Master Certificate in Advanced Procurement Management is open to anyone interested in realigning their current sourcing and supply base strategies and those looking for multi-disciplinary negotiation skills they can apply in sourcing-specific responsibilities as well as across the supply chain.

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Strategic Supply Management

Strategic Base Management

Strategic Negotiation

Advanced Procurement Management – Strategic Sourcing

What You’ll Learn

Combine the indispensable knowledge of strategic sourcing with forward-thinking supply management strategies to:

Align your supply management strategy with your organization’s competitive strategy
Create supplier pricing models and scrutinize price reduction models
Improve your assessment system for present and potential suppliers
Best determine when and how to enlist third-party support
Lead your organization’s efforts to further promote ethical sourcing

Who should register

This program benefits mid- and senior-level professionals, as well as those aspiring to management-level positions. This Master Certificate in Advanced Procurement Management – Strategic Sourcing is ideal for those interested in evolving their supply base and strategic supply methodologies and anyone seeking more in-depth strategic sourcing knowledge and skills.

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Strategic Sourcing

Strategic Supply Management

Strategic Base Management

Global Supply Chain Management

What You’ll Learn

Take each course in succession to build your global supply chain knowledge and develop the skills to:

Integrate procurement, operations and logistics management across the global supply chain
Implement the best supply chain design for sustained long-term operations
Identify the dynamics and impact of purchasing, procurement and sourcing on the whole supply chain
Develop performance measurement, benchmarking and assessment analysis
Foster inter-organizational relationships throughout the global supply chain

Who should register

Operational supply chain personnel, supply chain managers, and mid-to-top-level executives in multinational corporations and companies who aspire to gain a competitive advantage in the global marketplace.

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Supply Chain I

Supply Chain II

Global Supply Chain Management

Supply Chain Management and Logistics

What You’ll Learn

This professional development series gives you the skills and knowledge to:

Successfully integrate procurement, operations and logistics management
Implement the best supply chain design for your organization
Achieve effective and efficient logistical operations through your market distribution strategy development, implementation and management
Analyze types of power and resolve conflict in your channels
Evaluate and select the appropriate channel structure(s) based on cost and profitability

Who should register

This program benefits professionals working in all areas of supply chain management, but more specifically those in the logistics and distribution area. The Master Certificate in Supply Chain Management and Logistics is open to anyone interested in gaining or improving their integrated supply chain management and logistics skills.

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Supply Chain I

Supply Chain II

Integrated Logistics Strategy

Supply Chain Management and Operations

What You’ll Learn

This professional development series gives you the skills and knowledge to:

Obtain value through effective supply chain management
Combine innovation and the supply chain to provide products to consumers
Estimate cycle safety inventories and effectively manage inventories
Formulate network models and obtain solutions
Identify the requirements, capabilities and considerations for using IS applications in planning and operations

Who should register

This program benefits professionals working in any capacity of operations in the supply chain. The Master Certificate in Supply Chain Management and Operations is open to anyone interested in gaining or improving their integrated supply chain management and MPC skills.

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Supply Chain I

Supply Chain II

Manufacturing Planning and Control

Supply Chain Management and Procurement

What You’ll Learn

This professional development series gives you the skills and knowledge to:

Obtain value through effective supply chain management
Combine innovation and the supply chain to provide products to consumers
Achieve a competitive advantage by applying best practices in strategic sourcing from leading-edge organizations
Align your supply chain management strategy with your firm’s overall competitive strategy
Resolve issues with decision-making frameworks and problem-solving skills

Who should register

This program benefits professionals working in all areas of supply chain management, but more specifically those in the procurement and sourcing area. The Master Certificate in Supply Chain Management and Procurement is open to anyone interested in gaining or improving their integrated supply chain management and strategic sourcing skills.

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Supply Chain I

Supply Chain II

Strategic Sourcing

Integrated Supply Chain Management

What You’ll Learn

This professional development series gives you the skills and knowledge to:

Attain a competitive advantage and apply best practices in strategic sourcing from leading-edge organizations
Align your supply chain management strategy with your firm’s overall competitive strategy
Achieve effective and efficient logistical operations through your market distribution strategy,development, implementation and management
Evaluate and select the appropriate channel structure(s) based on cost and profitabilit

Who should register

This program benefits professionals working in all areas of supply chain management. The Master Certificate in Integrated Supply Chain Management is open to anyone interested in gaining or improving their integrated supply chain management skills across all functional areas.

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Integrated Logistics Strategy

Manufacturing Planning and Control

Strategic Sourcing

Advanced Master Certificates

5 Courses

40 Weeks

Supply Chain Management and Procurement

What You’ll Learn

This professional development series gives you the skills and knowledge to:

Combine innovation and the supply chain to provide products to consumers
Align your supply chain management strategy with your organization’s competitive strategy
Establish supplier pricing models and explore cost reduction models
Master negotiating techniques for cross-cultural and multi-party situations
Optimize your supply base considering your number and type of suppliers

Who should register

This program benefits professionals working in all areas of supply chain management and procurement who want to advance into leadership roles. The Advanced Master Certificate in Supply Chain Management and Procurement is open to anyone interested in gaining or improving their integrated supply chain management skills, strategic sourcing skills and sourcing and supply base strategies across all functional areas.

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Supply Chain I

Supply Chain II

Strategic Sourcing

Strategic Supply Management

Supply Base Management

Supply Chain Management and Logistics

What You’ll Learn

This professional development series gives you the skills and knowledge to:

Integrate logistics, operations and procurement management
Implement the best supply chain design for your firm
Combine innovation and the supply chain to provide products to consumers
Align supply chain management strategy with overall competitive strategy
Drive optimal customer service and profitability with your market distribution strategy
Evaluate and select the appropriate channel structure(s) based on cost and profitability

Who should register

This program benefits professionals working in all areas of supply chain management looking to advance their career to the next level. The Advanced Master Certificate in Integrated Supply Chain Management is open to anyone interested in gaining or improving their integrated supply chain management abilities and skills across all functional areas.

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Supply Chain I

Supply Chain II

Integrated Logistics Strategy

Manufacturing Planning and Control

Strategic Sourcing

Become a Strategic Force
in Supply Chain

Build the Skills to Tackle Tomorrow’s Challenges

At a Glance

Master Certificates

Advanced Master Certificates

Who Will Lead the Future of Global Supply Chains? 
SPARTANS WILL.

Why Choose MSU for Supply Chain Management?

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Become a Strategic Forcein Supply Chain

Build the Skills to Tackle Tomorrow’s Challenges

At a Glance

Master Certificates

Advanced Master Certificates

Who Will Lead the Future of Global Supply Chains? SPARTANS WILL.

Why Choose MSU for Supply Chain Management?

Let's get you the information you need

Become a Strategic Force
in Supply Chain

Who Will Lead the Future of Global Supply Chains? 
SPARTANS WILL.