Supply Chain Management Online
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Supply Chain Management Online
EARN YOUR MASTER OR ADVANCED MASTER CERTIFICATE
From AI-based manufacturing and distribution to real-time tracking and data analytics, the 21st century supply chain is driven by technological innovations—and transformational change.
Meet the challenge of change with a Master or Advanced Master Certificate in Supply Chain Management from Michigan State University’s Eli Broad College of Business.
Master & Advanced Master Certificates
TARGET YOUR SCM SKILLS
Led by many of the same campus-based, graduate-level faculty of MSU’s top-ranked SCM degree programs, the online Master Certificate and Advanced Master Certificate programs allow you to learn advanced supply chain management applications from the experts in the field—all on your schedule through an interactive and customizable learning experience. MSU’s 100% online Master Certificates and Advanced Master Certificates in Supply Chain Management give you flexibility and choice in the depth of your courses to focus your supply chain knowledge.
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3-Course Master Certificates
Master Certificate in 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.
Your Courses:
Strategic Supply Management
Strategic Base Management
Global Supply Chain Management
Master Certificate in 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.
Your Courses:
Supply Chain I
Supply Chain II
Integrated Logistics Strategy
Master Certificate in 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.
Your Courses:
Strategic Supply Management
Supply Base Management
Strategic Negotiation
Master Certificate in 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.
Your Courses:
Supply Chain I
Supply Chain II
Manufacturing Planning and Control
Master Certificate in 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.
Your Courses:
Strategic Sourcing
Strategic Supply Management
Supply Base Management
Master Certificate in 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.
Your Courses:
Supply Chain I
Supply Chain II
Strategic Sourcing
Master Certificate in 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.
Your Courses:
Supply Chain I
Supply Chain II
Global Supply Chain Management
Master Certificate in 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 profitability
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.
Your Courses:
Integrated Logistics Strategy
Manufacturing Planning and Control
Strategic Sourcing
5-Course Advanced Master Certificates
Advanced Master Certificate in 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.
Your Courses:
Supply Chain I
Supply Chain II
Strategic Sourcing
Strategic Supply Management
Supply Base Management
Advanced Master Certificate in Integrated Supply Chain Management
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.
Your Courses:
Supply Chain I
Supply Chain II
Integrated Logistics Strategy
Manufacturing Planning and Control
Strategic Sourcing
Flexibility & Choice
WHY A CERTIFICATE?
Transformational change calls for transformational leaders. Prepare yourself to maximize productivity and performance within your organization and lead the supply chain of the future.
MSU’s 100% online Master Certificates and Advanced Master Certificates in Supply Chain Management give you flexibility and choice in the depth of your courses, allowing you to:
- Target the skill sets and knowledge you want to gain
- Focus on the areas that best align with your goals
- Choose the programs that meet your professional needs
Salary Outlook
INCREASE YOUR EARNING POTENTIAL!
Below is a sampling of supply chain management positions with average annual salaries, according to the Logistics Management Annual Salary Survey, released April 2025.*
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Vice President/General Manager
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$209,750
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Corporate/Division Manager
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$179,400
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Supply Chain Director/Manager
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$148,500 |
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Operations Manager
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$101,350 |
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Logistics Director/Manager
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$112,750
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Purchasing/Procurement Director/Manager
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$110,000
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Distribution Director/Manage
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$104,450 |
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Warehouse Manager/Supervisor
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$77,700 |
* Logistics Management Salary Survey, on the internet at https://www.logisticsmgmt.com/photo/2023_logistics_salary_survey_strong_numbers_high_demand/7#photo (visited July 25, 2023).
National long-term projections may not reflect local and/or short-term economic or job conditions, and do not guarantee actual job growth. Certificate program options do not guarantee career or salary outcomes. Students should conduct independent research for specific employment information.
Student
SPOTLIGHT
Charlie Grimm
"I have been working in supply chain for my entire career, from managing purchasing to now managing shipping, receiving, warehousing and also recycling. I decided to expand my education, even at my age, and wanted it to be in the profession that I have been in all my life."
Master Certificate in Supply Chain Management and Logistics
