Master of Supply Chain Management
Program Overview
The Master of Supply Chain Management (MSCM) is a 10-month, course-based program designed to prepare graduates for leadership in global supply chains.
Who it’s for:
- Graduates in business, engineering, or related disciplines
- Early-career professionals aiming to advance their careers in supply chain management
Why choose this program:
- Develop advanced strategic and analytical skills
- Lead sustainable, resilient, and innovative operations
- Harness digital tools and analytics to improve supply chain efficiency
- Engage in hands-on experiential learning through industry simulations and case studies
Key learning outcomes:
- Foundational skills: Business acumen, leadership, systems thinking
- Integrative expertise: Data analytics, strategic planning, systems design
- Functional proficiency: Operations planning, procurement strategy, risk mitigation, logistics
- Digital competency: Supply chain digitization, blockchain, and advanced technologies
- Capstone experience: Team-based simulation (The Fresh Connection) solving real-world supply chain problems
Labour market demand:
- Shortages expected in process analysts, purchasing managers, and senior supply chain managers through 2031
- Employment growth in transportation, warehousing, professional services, and logistics
- Government initiatives like Canada’s National Supply Chain Office highlight the importance of skilled supply chain professionals
- Graduates are prepared to lead, innovate, and solve complex operational and sustainability challenges
Learn from Expert Faculty
MSCM students learn from renowned faculty and industry experts from the Lang School and collaborating departments:
- Cris Bravo Monge, Assistant Professor (Management) – Entrepreneurship, organizational culture, and leadership
- Mark Holmes, Professor (HFTM) – Foodservice operations, sustainability, and supply chain integration in hospitality
- Kalinga Jagoda, Professor (Management) – Supply chain management, risk management, accounting, and sustainability
- Soha Moussa, Associate Professor (Engineering) – Productivity improvement, optimization, quality control, supply chain technologies
- Sourav Ray, Professor (Management) – Marketing strategy, distribution channels, pricing, and technology in supply chains
- Davar Rezania, Associate Professor (Management) – Project management, team leadership, sustainable economics, sustainable agriculture
- Kelsey Taylor, Assistant Professor (HFTM) – Sustainable supply chain management, circular economy, social entrepreneurship
- Michael Von Massow, Professor (FARE) – Circular supply chains, sustainable operations, bio-inspired design
- Andreas Boecker, Associate Professor (FARE) – Logistics, distribution, value chain structure, food-related risk management
- Ruben Burga, Assistant Professor (Management) – Corporate social responsibility, project leadership, responsible management
- Fantahun M. Defersha, Associate Professor (Engineering) – Automation, engineering optimization, manufacturing systems, scheduling
- Jamie Gruman, Professor (Management) – Workplace well-being, employee engagement, positive organizational behaviour
- Louise Hayes, Associate Professor (Management) – Financial reporting, accountability, and controls in supply chains
- Brent McKenzie, Professor, (Marketing and Consumer Studies) - Marketing, retail quality and management, international business, Dark tourism
Why it matters for you:
- Learn from leaders in sustainable, digital, and global supply chains
- Receive mentorship and guidance for capstone projects and career planning
- Access industry connections and applied insights
Expert Spotlight
Brent McKenzie, Professor
Dr. McKenzie is a leading expert on marketing (retail sector) and management (dark tourism; transition economies) theory and practice in the Baltic States of Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania. He has engaged in extensive research fieldwork and conducted numerous academic and industry workshops, presentations, and seminars in the Baltic States, and Central and Eastern Europe. He serves as a regional editor for the "International Journal of Business and Emerging Markets".
Program Timeline
Master of Supply Chain Management Courses
Experiential Learning and Capstone
- Capstone: The Fresh Connection simulation
- Students work in teams to solve a real-world supply chain challenge
- Evaluation includes simulation performance + written reflection on decisions and outcomes
- Experiential learning is embedded across courses with projects designed for industry relevance
Career Outcomes and Industry Opportunities
Graduates are prepared for high-impact roles across multiple industries:
- Supply Chain Manager
- Operations Planner / Analyst
- Procurement Manager
- Logistics Coordinator
- Risk & Sustainability Analyst
Labour market insights:
- Job openings for supply chain roles exceed qualified candidates through 2031
- 35% of workers in these roles need education beyond a bachelor’s degree
- Supply chain expertise is critical for digital transformation, sustainability, and global operations
Program value:
- Hands-on learning with simulations and case studies
- Exposure to advanced analytics, digital tools, and supply chain technologies
- Guidance from expert faculty and industry partners
Admission Requirements
Tuition and Program Fees
Pending Senate Approval.