Today’s supply chains span continents and oceans, making end-to-end visibility both a challenge and a necessity. As the supply chain has gone global, technological innovations have essentially made the supply chain’s world smaller. From cloud-based management systems to smart sensors, the real-time supply chain provides a constant stream of real-time data. This has enabled greater […]
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Your supply chain’s primary function is to take your products from creation to delivery, but it can also provide you a competitive advantage within your industry and with your customers. From start to finish, your supply chain offers opportunities to spearhead innovation, maximize organizational savings, boost company profits, and positively impact your customers’ experience with […]
As a student in Michigan State University’s Online Master of Science in Management, Strategy and Leadership program, Jeff Day had a unique opportunity for the immediate “real-time implementation” of his leadership coursework. “It was right in the middle of the MSL program” that Day moved into the CEO position at BlueWater Technologies, a Michigan-based company […]
Timing is everything. As Charlie Grimm sees it, completing his Master Certificate in Supply Chain Management and Logistics from MSU occurred during “an ironic timing of management changes” within his organization. “We’re adopting a supply chain model for customer experience as we group together customer service, scheduling on the front of the house, and then […]
An explosion of advancement in the application of electronic brains, often housed under the umbrella term “Artificial Intelligence,” has many professionals striving to navigate a new frontier where machine learning and cognitive computing enable intelligent machines to reason and analyze like humans. “We live in an enabled world, so how do human beings fit into […]
Supply chain—it’s how your favorite products (from that new smartphone to this week’s meal kit) make it to your front door or store shopping cart via a network of producers, manufacturers, distributors, transporters and vendors, taking that product from creation to delivery. In healthcare, the consumers are patients and the product they want is their […]
Michigan State University’s Eli Broad College of Business has reached an all-time high in educational excellence according to the latest rankings by U.S. News & World Report, landing at No. 4 among U.S. public universities and No. 6 overall in the 2023 Best Online Master’s in Business Programs rankings. This marks the seventh consecutive year […]
When it comes to building a successful business, arguably the most valuable asset is the people within the organization. Human resource management departments are increasingly looking to data analytics to inform their key people decisions, and thanks to evolving artificial intelligence and machine learning, HR professionals now have even more data available to help inform […]
These days, simply landing an interview for a job often requires a job applicant to think like a computer—passing an algorithm-powered applicant tracking system (ATS) before even receiving a chance to impress the hiring manager and land that dream position. For job seekers, knowing that tracking systems are taking on the first right of refusal […]
Work is a key source of stress for many Americans. In its 2017 Stress in America: State of our Nation study, the American Psychological Association reported that employee stress is among the top sources of stress, with 61% of people reporting it as a factor in their stress. The study, which has now run for […]
As unpleasant as it may be to face, the statistics suggest that you’re likely to encounter an ethical dilemma in the workplace. According to the Ethics & Compliance Initiative’s 2018 Global Benchmark on Workplace Ethics, 30% of employees in the U.S. personally observed misconduct in the past 12 months, a number close to the global […]
Recent headline-making ethical issues, particularly those tied to discrimination and sexual harassment, have shed light on unethical conduct in the workplace and how these ethical lapses can permeate employee relations, business practices, and operations. According to the Ethics & Compliance Initiative’s 2018 Global Benchmark on Workplace Ethics, 30% of employees in the U.S. personally observed misconduct in […]
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Gain Procurement Expertise With a Master Certificate in Advanced Procurement Management from Top-Ranked MSU
Building on the fundamentals introduced in Supply Chain Management I, this course provides you with the tools to master integrated supply chain management and determine the best supply chain design for your operations. From the big picture down to the details, you’ll identify the characteristics and objectives of inventory, transportation, warehousing and material handling. Explore SCOR […]
Graduate Programs Designed to make the ultimate impact on your career, MSU’s graduate programs will help you enhance your strategic capabilities, providing the competencies you need to be a transformational leader in your organization and industry overall. MSU’s Eli Broad College of Business offers online degree & for-credit certificate programs for professionals looking to improve […]
For-Credit Graduate Certificates Designed for professionals who want to expand their competencies in one specific area of leadership excellence, MSU’s for-credit graduate certificates allow you to earn valuable credentials 100% online in a fraction of the time it takes to earn a master’s degree. As a for-credit graduate certificate student, you will take many of […]
Leverage Logistics, Purchasing, Operations & Market Channels in Your Global Supply Chain!
Online Degree Programs Michigan State University’s integrated approach to online graduate education is now available in new flexible formats designed to suit the needs of working professionals. Developed and taught by some of the top faculty at one of the world’s best research institutions, these programs make a graduate degree from the AACSB-accredited Eli Broad […]
Online Certificate Programs Nothing works harder to open doors for you than credentials from U.S. News-ranked Michigan State University. Setting the standard for higher education for over 150 years, MSU now offers online certificate programs that are designed for professionals who want to improve their job performance and marketability by mastering some of today’s most important business disciplines. […]
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Unleash the Power of Your Organization Establish an online professional certificate program today and begin to see positive results immediately! What You’ll Get A well-educated workforce equals corporate success. Along with saving your company valuable time and money, you’ll provide your employees with the opportunity to learn the necessary skills to lead improvement initiatives that result in […]
With 14 years of service in the U.S. Air Force, Matt McKenna knows firsthand the importance of critical thinking and strategic leadership in solving complex tactical challenges in the field. In a high-stakes situation, those strategies and methods must be immediately applicable. That was “one of the things I loved most about the program,” McKenna […]
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Today’s data-driven business culture has given organizations new resources and competitive advantages through the integration of data into everyday operations and strategic business decisions. With this increasing reliance on big data and growth in the data, organizations are able to gather, both business intelligence (BI) and business analytics (BA) are crucial for interpreting the information […]
Healthcare is one of the fastest growing sectors in the nation. Employment opportunities in all healthcare occupations are slated to grow 15% from 2019 to 2029 with 2.4 million new jobs, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).* This means a greater need for knowledgeable managers and administrators who can lead to growing healthcare […]
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Big Data is changing the way the restaurant industry works and thrives. In its report on the top “business-shaping forces” for 2018, Restaurant Business Online put the implementation of Big Data at number four, stating, “Data drives everything.” From personalized marketing and menus to smart kitchen tech, to deep demographic dives, analyzing and implementing strategies based on Big […]
You want to be a more effective leader, not only in managing your team but in “managing up” with your boss. So, what should you focus on first—the process by which your team completes projects, your style of leadership or the people who make up your team? You are a leader first and foremost because […]
Healthcare is one of the most regulated industries in the United States, making healthcare compliance a crucial and growing field within the industry. The Bureau of Labor and Statistics projects the overall need for compliance officers to grow by over 8% from 2016 through 2026. Healthcare compliance professionals are needed to help clinical facilities and organizations address the […]
With an increase in information sharing and transparency due to the internet, consumers everywhere are better able to examine the complexities—and weaknesses—of an organization’s supply chain. In an age when consumers expect their purchases to reflect their values and use social media to share their values and purchasing habits, companies are stepping up to meet […]
Kristi Kirkpatrick always wanted to attend Michigan State. Having been raised near the sprawling East Lansing campus, she’s been bleeding green for as long as she can remember! As she progressed in her career, Kirkpatrick was looking for a valuable credential beyond an MBA. The online Master of Science in Management, Strategy and Leadership offered a “unique” […]
Albertus Kariko has come a long way to get to where he is today. Literally. There are 7,826 miles between his hometown of Windhoek, Namibia and East Lansing, Michigan, which is home to Michigan State University. Kariko has also come a long way figuratively, earning his Master of Science in Management, Strategy & Leadership 100% online while […]
From serving in the military to working at big-name corporations for decades, Ramar Scales has accomplished a lot in his life. Despite reaching these milestones, he still had another on his bucket list: earn an advanced degree. MSU’s Master’s in Management, Strategy and Leadership enabled Scales to check that off his list and so much more. As […]
Gain end-to-end supply chain knowledge with deep functional focus, 100% online
With the global marketplace constantly changing, it is crucial that your Manufacturing Planning and Control (MPC) system evolve to stay current with technology, product and market conditions. This course is essential if you are working in any capacity of operations in the supply chain because you’ll gain a thorough understanding of Manufacturing Planning and Control […]
Gain end-to-end supply chain knowledge with deep functional focus, 100% online
Recruit, develop and connect people to build for performance and create organizational culture.
Strategic sourcing enhances efficiency and value, ultimately impacting the profitability of your entire organization. In this essential course, you’ll learn how to develop and implement a procurement strategy that aligns with your overall competitive strategy. Real business case studies and best practices provide practical applications you can use on the job immediately. As you progress […]
Gain end-to-end supply chain knowledge with deep functional focus, 100% online
Managers are constantly inundated by information with data points communicated by the hour, minute and even second. There is a demand for data savvy managers with the ability to filter through the noise, optimize business performance now and identify opportunities that can make a big impact in the future. Often, the real issues and challenges […]
Big data and business analytics have the capability to help you operate from a new vantage point. With accessibility and the competency to leverage relevant business information from both inside and outside your corporation, you can succeed in the increasingly competitive marketplace. In this course you will explore external data and its sources that, when […]
Focus on the issues that drive innovation and value with a broad range view of business analytics. With the amount of internal and external information available today, successful managers need the ability to filter out the noise and hone in on the challenges that matter. This starts with asking the right questions. Many managers’ view […]
Bridge the Gap Between Business and Analytics
Create Effective and Efficient Logistical Operations!
Gain end-to-end supply chain knowledge with deep functional focus, 100% online
Create Sustainable Competitive Advantage For Your Organization and Career!
Create Long-Term Value With a Systematic, Dynamic Approach to Supply Base Management!
Gain end-to-end supply chain knowledge with deep functional focus, 100% online
Gain end-to-end supply chain knowledge with deep functional focus, 100% online
Gain end-to-end supply chain knowledge with deep functional focus, 100% online
Gain end-to-end supply chain knowledge with deep functional focus, 100% online
Negotiate Like a Pro!
With a professional background and research interests that span multiple industries—automotive, apparel, software—Dr. Sriram Narayanan, Kesseler Family Endowed Faculty Fellow in Supply Chain Management, has a broad range of experience “that informs me in a lot of different ways,” he says. “I appreciate that these experiences help me connect to managerial problems, and I think […]
Plan, Create and Execute Successful Strategies
Plan, Create and Execute Successful Strategies
Field Study/Research Project
Logistics Operations Methods and Systems
Supply Chain Management – Strategy and Applications
Competitive and Business Strategy
Strategic Analysis
International Management
Leading the Strategic Change Process
An Integrated Approach to Supply Chain Management Excellence
Introduction to Logistics and Supply Chain Management
Leverage Logistics, Purchasing, Operations & Market Channels in Your Global Supply Chain!
Create Effective and Efficient Logistical Operations!
Applied Data Analysis
Improve Your Competitive Performance with Better Planning & Control!
Communication in Supply Chain Management
Change Management
Optimize the “Supply” in Supply Chain Management!
Total Quality Management and Lean Enterprise
Analysis of Supply Markets and Supplies
Technology and Product Innovation Management
An Integrated Approach to Supply Chain Management Excellence
An Integrated Approach to Supply Chain Excellence
Competitive and Business Strategy
Developing Managerial Skills
Human Resource Management for General Managers
Managing the Learning Organization
International Management
Negotiations
Leadership and Team Management
Creating an Ethical Organization
Fundamentals of Human Resource Staffing
Leading the Strategic Change Process
Corporate Strategy
Analyzing Your Organization
Talent Management and Development
Managing Diversity in the Workplace
Developing Reward and Compensation Systems
Set Your Leadership Vision in Motion
A Business-Based Approach to Healthcare Leadership
A Balanced Approach to Leadership Excellence
Set Your Leadership Vision in Motion
Critical Thinking and Innovation in Healthcare
