Operations Management (M.S.) - Supply Chain Management Specialization

Location(s): Brookings Main Campus, Online

Program Coordinator/Contact

Ekaterina Koromyslova, Professor and Graduate Coordinator (M.S. Operations Management and MSOM Supply Chain Management Specialization)
David Davis, Professor and Graduate Coordinator (M.S. Economics and MSOM Business Analytics Specialization)
Ness School of Management and Economics
Harding Hall 104, Box 2223
605-688-4141

Program Information

The Supply Chain Management specialization within the Master of Science in Operations Management is designed for professionals seeking to advance their expertise in supply chain design, coordination, and strategic operations. This professionally-oriented, non-thesis specialization builds upon the MSOM core curriculum with applied, professionally oriented coursework focused on optimizing the flow of goods, services, and information across complex networks.

Students complete advanced coursework in supply chain management, transportation and logistics, and warehouse management, developing the analytical and managerial skills necessary to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance organizational performance. The program culminates in an integrative strategic capstone course that demonstrates mastery of operations and supply chain concepts.

Graduates are prepared for careers in supply chain operations, logistics management, procurement, and distribution across diverse industries. Each student works closely with a Major Advisor to develop a program of study, maintain consistent progress toward degree completion, and successfully integrate and apply supply chain and management competencies throughout the program.

Accreditation

The Ness School of Management and Economics is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business International (AACSB).

Available Options for Graduate Degrees

Master of Science

Non-Thesis: 30 Credit Hours

Core Requirements

GE 685 - Management and Leadership in Technical Organizations Credits: 3
MGMT 759 - Integrated Operations and Business Systems Management Credits: 3
OM 515 - Logistics and Transportation Management Credits: 3
OM 535 - Warehouse Management Credits: 3
OM 563 - Supply Chain Management Credits: 3
OM 660 - Operations Management Credits: 3
OM 669 - Project Management Credits: 3
Electives Credits: 9

Total Required Credits: 30 (Non-Thesis)

Additional Admission Requirements

GRE: Not required
TOEFL iBT: 4.5
TOEFL Essentials: 8.0
IELTS: 6.5
Duolingo: 115

Two letters of reference and a letter of intent are required. In the letter of intent, the applicant should identify their interests in the graduate program, address how their skills - including those the applicant attained in their undergraduate program - align with our graduate program, and address any undergraduate coursework in which the applicant earned below a B. The letter of intent should be roughly 500 to 750 words long.

Accelerated Master’s Program

The program offers an accelerated master’s degree to eligible undergraduate SDSU students who maintain an overall undergraduate cumulative GPA of at least 3.0. These students may begin their graduate studies while they complete their undergraduate degree. Up to twelve (12) graduate level credits may apply to both the undergraduate degree and the graduate degree as major requirements or electives with approval from the student’s academic advisor, department head/school director, and college dean. Students may apply for admission to the accelerated master’s degree program once they have completed 60 undergraduate credits. Students interested in the accelerated master’s degree should contact the Ness School of Management and Economics Graduate Coordinator to obtain application requirements. Application and admission to the Graduate School is required. Students must follow SDSU Policy 2:22 Use of Graduate Credit for Undergraduate Degree Requirements.

General Requirements

Graduate students should consult with their advisor before registering for graduate coursework. For additional information, refer to the Master’s Degree Requirements .