Supply Chain Management Certificate Programs

Overview

Challenging times in global supply chain management reveal a need for leaders who have been trained by the best. Through Michigan State University’s 100% online Master Certificate in Advanced Procurement Management – Global Supply Chain program, students will learn best practices in relationship building, strategic sourcing, supply optimization and risk management, as well as how to integrate procurement, operations, purchasing and logistics management functions across the global supply chain.

Students will also learn from some of the same respected faculty members who teach in MSU’s U.S. News & World Report top-ranked, graduate-level supply chain management program, including Dr. Anand Nair.

This new professional development certificate program is one of three advanced procurement management concentrations offered online through MSU. Each program is tailored to an important area in the supply chain and is designed to help prepare students to become more effective supply chain leaders.  

Upon successful completion of the following three required eight-week courses, students will earn 10.5 Continuing Education Units (CEUs).

Overview

As technology, communication, supply costs and the economic environment continuously change, supply chains grow longer and more complex. As a result, purchasing managers must be agile, more informed and capable of developing proactive supply management strategies that align with an organization’s competitive objectives. Prepare to meet the challenge with the insight, tools and techniques you’ll gain in this professional development series.

This program examines the critical role supply base management plays in the success and competitive positioning of an organization. It reveals the “how” and “why” of rethinking and evolving your current sourcing and supply base strategies. Discover the most effective methods for evaluating and negotiating with suppliers, and creating sustainable competitive advantage for your organization and across the supply chain.

Those who successfully complete the track will earn 10.5 Continuing Education units (CEUs) and receive a total of four certificates – three program certificates and a Master Certificate in Advanced Procurement Management – Strategic Negotiation.

Overview

Michigan State’s Master Certificate in Supply Chain Management and Operations enables you to become proficient in supply chain management and operations by using the knowledge of leading global research faculty, case studies, real-world strategies and examples, as well as networking opportunities with other professionals. This wealth of information and expertise will help you excel in your current position, or step up to a new one in any operations capacity in the supply chain. You’ll gain the ability to identify key elements of Manufacturing Planning and Control (MPC) systems, while developing proactive leadership skills that will ensure your continuous improvement.

MSU’s proven video-based lectures help you to master Supply Chain Management and Operations from the convenience of your home, laptop – even your mobile device!

Overview

Michigan State’s Master Certificate in Supply Chain Management and Procurement helps you master the supply function of supply chain management. Critical insight is gained by using real-world case studies, time-tested strategies and the knowledge of leading campus-based master’s level faculty to teach you how to manage the flow of products from sourcing and acquisition through delivery to the customer. Using an analytical hierarchy process, you’ll discover ways to effectively evaluate and select suppliers. You’ll also discover how and when to build trust between participants across the supply chain.

MSU’s instructor-led, video-based lectures enable you to become proficient in Supply Chain Management and Procurement from the convenience of your home, laptop – even your mobile device!

Overview

Supply chain function duties often overlap, especially at the highest levels. Michigan State’s Advanced Master Certificate in Integrated Supply Chain Management provides the knowledge of leading global research faculty, case studies and real-world strategies, as well as networking opportunities to help you master all facets of integrated supply chain management. The essential tools and techniques you’ll gain will take your supply chain management skills and knowledge to a higher level. They’ll also lay the foundation as you start your intensive exploration with Supply Chain Management I & II, then progress through each eight-week focus course building on your knowledge and proficiency as you complete the program.

MSU’s innovative, video-based e-learning enables you to become an expert in Advanced Integrated Supply Chain Management from the convenience of your home, laptop – even your mobile device!

Overview

Master the supply function of supply chain management and learn to be more agile, informed and capable of developing proactive supply management strategies that align with your organization’s competitive objectives. You’ll gain critical insight using real-world case studies, time-tested strategies and knowledge from many leading campus-based master’s level faculty, who will teach you how to effectively evaluate and select suppliers as well as manage the flow of products from sourcing and acquisition through delivery to the customer.

MSU’s instructor-led, video-based lectures enable you to become proficient in Supply Chain Management and Procurement from the convenience of your desktop or mobile device!

Overview

In today’s complex global economy, the financial advantages of extending areas of the supply chain into new markets generally outweigh the risks. Supply chain globalization has transformed how and where value is created – globalization is now embedded directly into an organization’s value proposition. The demand for supply chain professionals with capabilities of looking beyond borders and their functional roles increases as the rapid rate of globalization continues.

Michigan State University – ranked #1 in Supply Chain/Logistics programs by U.S. News & World Report 2018-2022 – has led the nation and the world in supply chain education for more than 50 years. MSU’s International Business Center has provided high-impact global supply chain business solutions to several Fortune 500 companies. Now you can earn your Master Certificate in Global Supply Chain Management 100% online to gain the tools and techniques to integrate and coordinate the full range of global supply chain functions – so you and your company can achieve a competitive advantage in markets around the world.

Taught by many of MSU’s expert faculty, this online certificate program consists of three required eight-week courses: Supply Chain Management I, Supply Chain Management II and Global Supply Chain Management (earning 10.5 total Continuing Education Units or CEUs).

Overview

In the highest-level positions, supply chain function duties often overlap. Because of the complex nature of the supply chain, Michigan State’s Master Certificate in Integrated Supply Chain Management provides continuing education opportunities that can help position you for career advancement. To stay on top of this rapidly changing industry, you’ll gain critical insight through the knowledge of leading global research faculty, case studies, real-world strategies and examples, as well as networking opportunities with other students and professionals. The end result: You’ll acquire the essential tools and techniques to master all facets of integrated supply chain management.

MSU’s dynamic video-based lectures teach you the essentials of Integrated Supply Chain Management from the convenience of your home, laptop – even your mobile device!

Overview

Michigan State’s Master Certificate in Supply Chain Management and Logistics teaches you how to reduce costs across the supply chain, driving operational excellence throughout all levels. The program provides the insight of leading global research faculty, case studies, real-world strategies and examples, as well as valuable networking opportunities. From this wealth of information and expertise, you’ll gain an integrated perspective of procurement, operations and logistics. You’ll also learn how to develop, execute and manage a comprehensive logistics and distribution strategy.

MSU’s dynamic, video-based lectures enable you to gain expertise in Supply Chain Management and Logistics from the convenience of your home, laptop – even your mobile device!