Master's in Supply Chain Management
On-Campus Course Schedule for Spring 2026
Capstone
This course allows students to use the tools, techniques, and knowledge they have learned throughout the program to solve a business problem or improve a process within their organization or as a consulting project for a real-world client. Students will work closely with their faculty advisor to determine an appropriate topic and scope for their capstone project.
Note: This course requires department approval for registration. Students cannot self-register for this course.
- Course #: MPSC-7990-01
- CRN: 42734
- Instructor: Treusdell, R.
- Dates: Jan 07 – May 09, 2026
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Class Meetings:
- Mon 5:20 PM - 7:50 PM
Cost & Financial Analysis
This course challenges students to consider the linkages between supply chain management and corporate finance. Students learn to anticipate how supply chain decisions affect various stakeholders, both inside and outside the company, including how supply chain decisions create value for shareholders. Topics include accounting fundamentals, cost allocations, standard costing, activity-based costing, transfer pricing, working capital management, KPIs and dashboards, Total Cost of Ownership, and cash flow projections. This course also covers the fundamentals of supply chain finance, including topics such as payables discounting, reverse factoring, lease versus buy, and trade credits. Finally, the course introduces students to a variety of global supply chain and global trade topics, including duty and quotas, taxes, hedging, currency issues, and the mechanics of global joint ventures.
Note: This course meets in person at the day and time listed.
- Course #: MPSC-5530-01
- CRN: 40943
- Instructor: Heaton, R.
- Dates: Jan 07 – May 09, 2026
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Class Meetings:
- Tue 5:20 PM - 7:50 PM
Manufacturing & Quality Mgmnt
This course provides a deep dive into the principles, tools, and strategies used in modern manufacturing planning and quality management. Students will explore how organizations design efficient production systems, manage resources, and ensure product quality throughout the manufacturing lifecycle. Topics include production planning, inventory control, lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, statistical process control, and quality assurance systems. Through case studies, simulations, and hands-on assignments, students will gain practical skills to optimize manufacturing operations and uphold quality standards in competitive global markets. By the end of the course, students will be equipped to contribute to manufacturing excellence through strategic planning and rigorous quality management practices.
Note: This course meets on the time and day listed at 111 Mass. Ave
- Course #: MPSC-7310-01
- CRN: 49378
- Instructor: Gomaa, M.
- Dates: Jan 07 – May 09, 2026
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Class Meetings:
- Wed 5:20 PM - 7:50 PM
SC Analytics & Tech.
This course teaches students the primary quantitative and qualitative methods of analysis required to understand, forecast and address variability in the supply chain. Topics include forecasting systems, forecasting integration with strategic partners, typical forecasting fallacies, market analysis techniques, market testing, matching demand and supply, and quantitative forecasting methodologies and concepts, such as single, double, and triple exponential smoothing.
Note: This course meets synchronously through Zoom at the day and time listed.
- Course #: MPSC-6000-01
- CRN: 40492
- Instructor: Jacobe, J.
- Dates: Jan 07 – May 09, 2026
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Class Meetings:
- Wed 5:20 PM - 7:50 PM
Strategic Sourcing/Contracting
This course teaches students how to develop and execute a Strategic Sourcing Plan. Students will learn about methods, techniques and technology for strategic sourcing RFX events, contracting fundamentals and approaches, and supplier relationship management.
Note: This course meets in person on the day and time listed at 111 Mass. Ave.
- Course #: MPSC-7000-01
- CRN: 42732
- Instructor: Dunn, L.
- Dates: Jan 07 – May 09, 2026
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Class Meetings:
- Thu 5:20 PM - 7:50 PM