Global Supply Chain Management (MSGSCM)

Study mode:On campus Study type:Full-time Languages: English
Foreign:$ 45.3 k / Year(s) Deadline: Sep 15, 2025
94 place StudyQA ranking:7682 Duration:1 year

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The Master of Science in Global Supply Chain Management (MSGSCM) builds upon Purdue’s core strength in operations, supply chain management, and business analytics to provide skills that will well position you for a career in managing global supply chains. It is also the most highly ranked new entrant in Gartner's graduate rankings at #12 for Top North American Graduate Supply Chain Programs.

The full time, yearlong MSGSCM program builds upon courses which develop your contextual knowledge and problem solving skills to provide a unique global work experience as a member of an international team. The program will also have students from Purdue’s global university partners, enabling a sharing of work experiences with teams from many different countries in both informal and formal class room environments. This program actualizes the global mindedness you’ll discuss in class, preparing you for leadership roles in global supply chain management.

This program starts in the spring semester that begins in January on the Purdue University campus.

CORE Classes

  • Operations Management
  • Supply Chain Analytics
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Logistics
  • Strategic Sourcing and Procurement
  • Global Supply Chain Management
  • Experiential Learning or Internship

GSCM Electives

  • Project Management
  • Management of Service Operations
  • Management of Healthcare Operations
  • Sustainable Operations
  • Optimization Modeling w/ Spreadsheet
  • Manufacturing Strategy
  • Data Mining
  • Management of Organizational Data
  • Six Sigma & Quality Management
  • Management Information Systems
  • Developing a Global Business Strategy
  • Advanced Business Analytics
  • Spreadsheet Modeling and Simulation
  • Manufacturing Planning and Control
  • Management Information Systems

General Business Electives

  • Pricing Strategy and Analysis
  • International Financial Management
  • Strategic Management
  • Industrial Relations
  • Business Marketing
  • Advanced Corp. Finance
  • Marketing Analysis
  • Digital and Social Media Marketing
  • Leadership
  • Investments

General Business Electives

  • Advanced Business Analytics
  • Data-Driven Marketing
  • Managing Behavior in Organizations
  • Using R for Analytics
  • Financial Management
  • Accounting for Managers
  • Organizational Development
  • Compensation and Reward Systems
  • Design Soc. Networks and Engagements
  • Portfolio Management
  • Human Resource Management
  • Brand Management
  • Marketing Research
  • New Product Development

Applications for the Krannert School of Management must be completed using Purdue’s Graduate School online application. International applicants must follow a slightly altered application process.

Any individual who is not a permanent resident or citizen of the United States is classified as an international applicant. If you are a Permanent Resident, non-U.S. Citizen, please provide a copy of your alien registration/green card within the online application. Permanent residents who do not provide a copy of an alien registration number will be reclassified as an international student for admission consideration and fees.

Applications will not be considered until all required materials have been received. This includes submission of a non-refundable application fee of $60 (U.S. dollars) for domestic applicants and $75 (U.S. dollars) for international applicants, payable online by credit card. Non-degree applicants will not be charged an application fee.

  • Completed Online Application
  • Essay Questions 
  • Two Recommendations
  • Academic Transcripts and Applicant Eligibility
  • Official Transcripts
  • Applicants whose native language is not English are required to submit one Language Assessment Test for admission to the Purdue University Graduate School. Students can choose from the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), International English Language Testing System (IELTS), or Pearson Test of English (PTE) scores. The Graduate School accepts all valid forms of TOEFL testing. Krannert School of Management requirements are: Paper based-test (minimum score of 600), computer based-test (minimum score of 260), and Internet-based test (minimum score of Writing 20, Speaking 22, Listening 18, Reading 22, and Total bandwidth 93). For the Internet-based test, all 5 minimum scores must be satisfied. The Graduate School accepts International English Language Testing System (IELTS) scores. Krannert School of Management requirements are: An overall band score of 7.5 is required for admission, with 7.0 required per each section. 
  • GMAT/GRE Test 

Want to improve your English level for admission?

Prepare for the program requirements with English Online by the British Council.

  • ✔️ Flexible study schedule
  • ✔️ Experienced teachers
  • ✔️ Certificate upon completion

📘 Recommended for students with an IELTS level of 6.0 or below.

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Scholarships 

  • Resident Assistantships
  • Need Based Financial Aid
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