Online Master's in Supply Chain Management
Online Course Schedule for Summer 2026

Data Mgt & Visualization

This course introduces data management structures and platforms, data governance and collaborative data management practices, global product classification standards, information hierarchies and attributes, data analysis, procure to pay and information technology fundamentals for supply chain management. Topics covered include data modeling, relational databases, data extraction, data queries, and reporting.

Note: This course is completed asynchronously online.

High-Stakes Communications

The ability to communicate well is essential in both professional and personal situations. Communication can rise to the level of high-stakes when the process is difficult or tense, the outcome is critical, and/or the possibility of miscommunication is high. This course introduces students to multiple types of high-stakes communications in business and dives deep into two specific types of high-stakes communications: 1)negotiations and 2)managing across different cultures. To help prepare for these two high-stakes communication situations, students will learn practical as well as theoretical tools, methodologies, and approaches.

Note: This course is completed asynchronously and has no meeting times.

Humanitarian Logistics

This course examines the supply chain challenges and strategies that are inherent in humanitarian relief efforts. Areas covered include both surge efforts (e.g., emergency and disaster response) as well as ongoing efforts (e.g., international relief and development projects). Students also examine the role and management of factors such as governments, NGOs, beneficiaries, infrastructure, donations, temporary structures, and country-specific conditions. The course demonstrates the importance of coordinating communications and efforts amongst stakeholders for maximum effectiveness.

Note: This course meets via Zoom on the listed day and time. As the physical class time is shortened, additional asynchronous work is included.

MPS-SCM Internship 1

This course is designed to help students solidify their career as an industry professional. This course is also meant as a way to help support students during their internship experience. Students are expected to check in monthly and as assignments are due with the instructor about their experience so that the instructor can give guidance regarding the internship and working within a professional organization.

Securing Digital SC

This course examines how organizations are increasing the security of their supply chains for critical products, materials, and systems. Students will focus on digital threats and vulnerabilities. The course explores case examples and industry and government best practices related to mitigation tools, strategies, and protective measures of Supply Chain Risk Management (SCRM) programs.

Note: This course does not meet and is completed online.