MS-GSCM (Master of Science in Global Supply Chain Management)
University of Alaska Anchorage College of Business and Public Policy
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Anchorage, USA
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On-Campus
Duration
20 months
Pace
Part time
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Introduction
What is the Master of Science in Global Supply Chain Management?
- The MS-GSCM degree is earned through advanced coursework and
study at the graduate level. - The focus is on management of global supply chain systems with an
emphasis on managerial leadership, information technology and international business practices. - The degree is comprised of five (5) courses to be taken over five (5)
consecutive semesters. Time to completion is approximately twenty
(20) months for a total of thirty (30) credit hours.
The MS-GSCM courses are:
- LOG A661 Supply Chain Strategic Planning
- LOG A662 Supply Chain Knowledge Management
- LOG A663 International Supply Chain Management and Marketing Strategies
- LOG A664 Supply Chain Management Leadership
- LOG A655 Supply Chain Measurement
What is Unique about the MS-GSCM Degree?
- Executive Style Instruction
- Self-Contained Courses
- A Balanced Curriculum
- Cohort Structure
- E-Knowledge Portal
Are Out-of-State Cohorts or even Company-Specific Cohorts Possible?
- Yes they both are
- UAA Professors are able to travel and meet with established cohorts at
any UAA approved site over the required weekend classes. - The College of Business & Public Policy at UAA is open to discuss the
establishment of out-of-state cohort groups in cooperation with the military, corporations, or other business entities. - In order to better accommodate company-specific cohorts, UAA Professors are available to discuss the design of a research program
and case studies, within the standard MS-GSCM curriculum, to meet the specific needs and requirements of the company-sponsor
Target audience
A minimum of seven (7) years of work experience in some function of logistics or supply chain management and a bachelor's degree in any discipline. Exceptions to work experience may be made for individuals with a bachelor's degree in logistics, supply chain management, or a discipline comprised of courses that are closely related to logistics and supply chain management.
Program Admission Requirements
Demonstrate your commitment and readiness to succeed in business school by taking the GMAT exam – the most widely used exam for admissions that measures your critical thinking and reasoning skills.
Download the GMAT mini quiz to get a flavour of the questions you’ll find in the exam.