Master of Business Administration in Supply Chain Management Online
Gain specialized, critical knowledge of supply chain management that is valuable in any industry.
Overview
Discover our online MBA in Supply Chain Management
In Fitchburg State's online Master of Business Administration in Supply Chain Management program, you will build the necessary business skills to successfully analyze, manage, and improve supply chain performance in any organization.
This high-demand supply chain MBA gives you the knowledge and skills to understand and analyze the relationships between the major functional areas of a company and the various outside firms that contribute to product development, product manufacturing, and product distribution.
The curriculum focuses on core knowledge related to transportation, logistics, and distribution management within supply chain operations in both businesses and government as well as the utilization of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) for effective decision–making. You will learn to use the widely-used professional GIS software program, ArcGIS.
According to Burning Glass Technologies, budgeting, project management, procurement, purchasing, supply chain management, logistics, scheduling, and enterprise resource planning are the greatest in–demand skills for supply chain management related positions in both the private and public sector.
Upon completion of this supply chain management program, you will be prepared for these types of roles:
- Supply Chain/Logistics Manager
- Consultant
- Procurement Director
- Logistics/Supply Chain Analyst
- Transportation Manager
- Senior Operations Manager
- Purchasing Manager
- Director of Distribution
- Supply Chain/Logistics Manager
- Consultant
- Procurement Director
- Logistics/Supply Chain Analyst
- Transportation Manager
- Senior Operations Manager
- Purchasing Manager
- Director of Distribution
Student learning outcomes:
- Students will be able to apply basic graphic and data visualization concepts such as color theory and symbolization; use analysis to address geospatial problems and/or research questions, and apply mathematical concepts, including statistical methods, to data to be used in geospatial analysis
- Students will demonstrate proficiency in the use of GIS tools to effectively communicate and present project results in oral, written, and graphic forms
- Students will be able to identify contemporary issues facing carrier management including profitability, industry consolidation, security, insurance availability, and labor shortage
- Students will be able to explain how supply chain management has a financial impact on companies, investigate current trends in supply chain management, and explore how global and domestic issues impact the supply chain
- Students will be able to apply basic graphic and data visualization concepts such as color theory and symbolization; use analysis to address geospatial problems and/or research questions, and apply mathematical concepts, including statistical methods, to data to be used in geospatial analysis
- Students will demonstrate proficiency in the use of GIS tools to effectively communicate and present project results in oral, written, and graphic forms
- Students will be able to identify contemporary issues facing carrier management including profitability, industry consolidation, security, insurance availability, and labor shortage
- Students will be able to explain how supply chain management has a financial impact on companies, investigate current trends in supply chain management, and explore how global and domestic issues impact the supply chain
Upon completion of this supply chain management program, you will be prepared for these types of roles:
- Supply Chain/Logistics Manager
- Consultant
- Procurement Director
- Logistics/Supply Chain Analyst
- Transportation Manager
- Senior Operations Manager
- Purchasing Manager
- Director of Distribution
- Supply Chain/Logistics Manager
- Consultant
- Procurement Director
- Logistics/Supply Chain Analyst
- Transportation Manager
- Senior Operations Manager
- Purchasing Manager
- Director of Distribution
Accreditation
MBA programs at Fitchburg State are accredited by the International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE).
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Tuition
Find out how and when to pay your tuition
Our MBA in Supply Chain Management online program offers affordable, pay-by-the-course tuition, which is the same for in-state and out-of-state students. All fees are included.
Tuition breakdown:
| Program | Per Credit Hour | Per Course | Per Program |
|---|---|---|---|
| MBA in Supply Chain Management | $436 | $1,308 | $13,080 |
- Application fee: $50
- Visit the student accounts website for a breakdown of tuition and fees
- If you are applying for financial aid, please use School Code 002184. For further information, please contact Financial Aid at (978) 665-3302 or [email protected].
Tuition breakdown:
Calendar
These are the dates you need to know
Fitchburg State online programs are delivered in an accelerated format ideal for working professionals, conveniently featuring multiple start dates each year.
Now enrolling:
| Session | Program Start Date | Application Deadline | Document Deadline | Intent to Enroll Deadline | Registration Deadline | Payment Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer A | 5/20/24 | 4/22/24 | 4/30/24 | 5/6/24 | 5/13/24 | 5/14/24 |
| Summer B | 7/10/24 | 6/10/24 | 6/18/24 | 6/24/24 | 7/1/24 | 7/2/24 |
| Fall A | 9/5/24 | 8/6/24 | 8/16/24 | 8/26/24 | 8/27/24 | |
| Fall B | 10/29/24 | 9/30/24 | 10/11/24 | 10/21/24 | 10/22/24 | |
| Spring A | 1/15/25 | 12/17/24 | 12/27/24 | 1/6/25 | 1/7/25 | |
| Spring B | 3/17/25 | 2/17/25 | 2/28/25 | 3/7/25 | 3/10/25 | 3/11/25 |
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Admissions
Find your fit for our online supply chain management MBA program
At Fitchburg State, we’ve streamlined the admission process to help you get started quickly and easily. Please read the requirements for the MBA in Supply Chain Management online, including what additional materials you need and where you should send them.
Admissions Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
- GPA not less than 2.8 on undergrad coursework
- Resume detailing professional experience
You must meet the following requirements to be eligible for admission.
- Submit graduate application and $50 application fee
- Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution, with official transcripts
- Overall undergraduate GPA of not less than 2.8
- Official transcripts of graduate-level coursework from a regionally accredited institution (if applicable)*
- Professional resume
- Students with undergraduate GPAs of less than 2.8 may also be considered for admission based on their professional work experience and a letter of recommendation
- No GMAT is required
Dual Concentration Options
Students
with a GPA of 3.0 or higher who are currently enrolled in the MBA
program may request to enroll in one additional concentration after
their first semester. Students who have been approved for a dual
concentration must:
- Complete the course requirements for each concentration (completed courses can only be counted once toward one concentration)
- Meet the requirements for the catalog year in which their dual concentration is approved
Dual Concentration Request Form
To submit official documents by mail, send them to:
Fitchburg State University
Admissions Office
160 Pearl Street
Fitchburg, MA 01420
International Students:
- An English Proficiency test is required for natives of non-English speaking countries (see testing options below)
- Official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended*
- International Credit Evaluation for degrees and coursework taken outside of the United States
- GPA of not less than 2.5
- Application fee ($50)
- Personal Statement/Statement of Purpose (300 word minimum)
*All foreign transcripts must be formally evaluated before we are able to make an admission decision. We accept evaluations and the respective type of evaluation from one of the following credentialing agencies:
- World Education Services
- course-by-course ICAP
- Education Credential Evaluators (ECE) - course-by-course
- SpanTran - course analysis
- SpanTran has created a custom application for Fitchburg State University that will ensure you select the right kind of evaluation at a discounted rate. You can access their application here: SpanTran Pathway - Fitchburg State University
English Language Proficiency - Applicants can demonstrate English proficiency by submitting official test scores from one of the following approved exams:
- TOEFL - minimum score requires TOEFL iBT 79, paper based-TOEFL 550
- IEFLTS - minimum score required 6.5 overall band score
- Duolingo English Test - minimum score required 105
- PTE Academic Test - minimum score required 58
U.S. Citizens and Permanent Residents with foreign education (from a non-English speaking country) will need to follow the international admission requirements (English proficiency testing excluded). Students in the U.S. on an F-1 student visa are not eligible for the program. I-20s are not issued for online programs.
TOEFL Code: 3518
IELTS Code: No code; please select Fitchburg State as a recipient.
Courses
Take a look at the online supply chain management MBA curriculum
For the MBA in Supply Chain Management online, the curriculum is comprised of 10 courses covering 30 credit hours, including 18 hours of advanced core requirements, 9 hours of required supply chain management concentration courses, and a 3-hour elective course.
Students must take the following courses, plus one 3 Credit elective from any of the available MBA Concentrations
Note: Students cannot re–use a course that was already taken to satisfy elective requirements
