Global Supply Chain Management Master of Science Degree
RIT’s master of global supply chain management prepares you for the complexities of global supply chains and to analyze sustainability, ethics, and the impact of emerging technologies.
$70K
Median First-Year Salary of RIT Graduates from this degree
Overview for Global Supply Chain Management MS
Why Study Global Supply Chains at RIT?
STEM-OPT Visa Eligible: The STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT) program allows full-time, on-campus international students on an F-1 student visa to stay and work in the U.S. for up to three years after graduation.
Incorporates a strong focus on the latest technologies and data analytics skills.
Provides hands-on experience and the ability to leverage technology for supply chain optimization and innovation.
Integrates concepts from supply chain, operations management, analytics, data visualization, industrial engineering, global business, and management.
Rooted in strong technology and analytical traditions of RIT’s Saunders College of Business, the supply chain management master’s is an interdisciplinary program that integrates concepts from supply chain, logistics, operations management, analytics, data visualization, industrial engineering, global business, sustainability, ethics, and risk management. Prepare for global career opportunities by gaining an understanding of cultural differences, global trade regulations, and logistics practices in different regions, while being adept at managing global supply chain networks.
The master of global supply chain management offers multiple opportunities to enhance your expertise and make you more competitive in your chosen career path. Gain a strong foundation in supply chain principles, an understanding of industry-specific practices, and familiarity with the latest trends and technologies.
What Will You Do With a Supply Chain Management Masters?
Products and services increasingly rely on a globally integrated supply system and the related technologies that enable the efficient movement of these good and services around the world. Supply chain management professionals are in demand to help companies manage the complex operations who can manage the complex operations that take a product from ideation, sourcing of materials, production, storage and transportation, to purchasing, order fulfillment, distribution, and inventory management.
The global supply chain needs to be efficient for companies to remain competitive internationally as they turn raw materials into consumer goods and services and deliver them to consumers. In RIT’s supply chain management masters, you will gain a comprehensive understanding of the global supply chain as you gain the analytical, quantitative, and leadership skills needed to design innovative solutions, predict future trends, and become a leader in the fast-moving business landscapes found in the global supply chain system.
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Virtual Admissions Webinars | September 17 - October 9
Virtual Academic Sessions | October 21 - October 30
On-Campus Open House | November 20
Careers and Experiential Learning
Typical Job Titles
| Demand Planner | Director of Supply Chain | Distribution Coordinator |
| Operations Analyst | Global Supply Chain Manager | Global Trade Compliance Manager |
| Inventory Manager | Logistics Manager | Operations Manager |
| Procurement Manager | Strategic Sourcing Manager | Supplier Relationship Coordinator |
| Supply Chain Analyst | Supply Chain Consultant | Supply Chain Manager |
| Transportation Coordinator | Transportation Manager | Vice President of Operations |
| Warehouse Coordinator |
Careers in Supply Chain Management
RIT’s global supply chain management degree prepares you for exciting jobs in supply chain management, which includes careers in planning and logistics, procurement, and sourcing, through comprehensive course work and real-world business projects.
Supply chain careers are based on different areas of specialization and can lead to diverse career opportunities. Further specialization and advancement opportunities are available based on industry, organization, and individual interests. Career pathways can focus on:
- Optimizing supply chain operations and improving overall efficiency
- Managing sourcing/supplier relationships to ensure cost-effective and reliable supply chain operations
- Strategic decision-making, supply chain design, and long-term planning, or even a combination of these.
You'll graduate with a management master’s ready to pursue top positions such as: transportation manager, financial analyst, logistics analyst, sourcing manager, purchasing manager, business intelligence analyst, or facilities manager.
The field of supply chain management is expected to experience continued growth in employment opportunities due to several factors including:
- Globalization and International Trade
- E-commerce and Omnichannel Retailing
- Technological and Automation Advancements
- Emerging Sustainability and Ethical Practices
- Supply Chain Risk Management
- Supply Chain Data and Analytics
The flexibility and relevance of our masters of global supply chain management means you are prepared for outstanding career opportunities in a range of positions. Our alumni are employed at diverse firms such as Carestream, Engineered Plastic Components, L3Harris, LSI Solutions, McKinsey & Company, Tesla, Wegmans, and more. Our Management Advisory Board helps you prepare for you career by ensuring our curriculum is continuously updated to meet employers' needs while providing networking and mentorship opportunities.
Cooperative Education and Internships
What makes an RIT education exceptional? It’s the ability to complete relevant, hands-on career experience. At the graduate level, and paired with an advanced degree, cooperative education and internships give you the unparalleled credentials that truly set you apart. Learn more about graduate co-op and how it provides you with the career experience employers look for in their next top hires.
Co-ops and internships take your knowledge and turn it into know-how. Business co-ops provide hands-on experience that enables you to apply your knowledge of business, management, finance, accounting, and related fields in professional settings. You'll make valuable connections between course work and real-world applications as you build a network of professional contacts.
Cooperative education is optional but strongly encouraged for graduate students in the global supply chain management program.
Featured Work and Profiles
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How Co-ops and Clubs Propelled Alum's Career Early On
Edie Wilson ’22 RIT/NTID alumna Edie Wilson, ’21, B.S. in Business (Supply Chain Management) and ’22, M.S. in Business (Global Supply Chain Management) credits her career success in the supply chain management field...
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Saunders Remote Learning and Faculty Support Opened Doors
Amshu Kowkrady ’21 Accenture | Bangalore India "Every lecture, every interaction with the professors is enabling me to look at things in a new perspective, analyze and form opinions, learn by asking the right...
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Research Insights: Variety’s Not Always the Spice of Life
Kevin Sweeney Product variety, operational performance, and sales
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Saunders Mentorship Leads to Ph.D. in Supply Chain
Sparsh Sinha ’23 University of Arkansas | Arkansas, "The emphasis on practical knowledge and the strength of the co-op program is what drew me to Saunders."
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Research Insights: Storms on the Horizon
Laharish Guntuka How supply chains are at risk from climate change.
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Research Insights: Follow the Leader—or Not
Ettore Spadafora How firms imitate market leaders in pursuing global strategies.
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Admissions and Financial Aid
This program is available on-campus only.
| Offered | Admit Term(s) | Application Deadline | STEM Designated |
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| Full‑time | Fall | Rolling | Yes |
| Part‑time | Fall or Spring | Rolling | No |
Full-time study is 9+ semester credit hours. Part-time study is 1‑8 semester credit hours. International students requiring a visa to study at the RIT Rochester campus must study full‑time.
Application Details
To be considered for admission to the Global Supply Chain Management MS program, candidates must fulfill the following requirements:
- Complete an online graduate application.
- Submit copies of official transcript(s) (in English) of all previously completed undergraduate and graduate course work, including any transfer credit earned.
- Hold a baccalaureate degree (or US equivalent) from an accredited university or college. A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 (or equivalent) is recommended.
- Submit a current resume or curriculum vitae.
- Submit a personal statement of educational objectives.
- Letters of recommendation are optional.
- Entrance exam requirements: GRE or GMAT required for individuals with degrees from international universities. No minimum score requirement.
- Submit English language test scores (TOEFL, IELTS, PTE Academic, etc.), if required. Details are below.
English Language Test Scores
International applicants whose native language is not English must submit one of the following official English language test scores. Some international applicants may be considered for an English test requirement waiver.
Duolingo (DET): 130
IELTS: 6.5
LanguageCert Academic: 74
PTE Academic: 60
TOEFL: 88
International students below the minimum requirement may be considered for conditional admission. Deaf and hard-of-hearing test takers with significant hearing loss do not need to take the listening and speaking sections for the TOEFL and IELTS. Each program requires balanced sub-scores when determining an applicant’s need for additional English language courses.
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