Master's in Supply Chain Management Degree Program
Be an innovator in the supply chain space.
With a master's in supply chain management, you will do more than just learn about the latest best practices. A case-based curriculum with simulations will improve your existing skills in negotiations, cost management and sustainability.
Our flexible online format means you can learn at your own pace and still work regular hours. You will be able to immediately apply every innovative strategy you learn directly to your job. While our classes are web-based, you also get face-to-face time with faculty and classmates during three interactive, on-campus sessions.
As a graduate student at the Knauss School of Business, you will have access to our Supply Chain Management Institute, where you can further your professional development by networking at supply-chain specific job fairs and attending workshops that expose you to the latest trends in transportation strategies, strategic sourcing and risk management, and more.
USD's Master's in Supply Chain Leads the Way
The AACSB-accredited master's in supply chain management at the Knauss School of Business at the University of San Diego is the first degree program in the U.S. accredited by the Chartered Institute for Purchasing and Supply, a professional body that sets the global standard in procurement and supply management. And did we mention that U.S News & World Report ranks our supply chain master's degree #3 Best Online Graduate Business Programs in California?
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Program at a Glance
Part-Time
Complete the program while working full-time.
Hybrid
Online courses with three multi-day campus visits for in-person learning.
17 months
Time to complete degree (without taking additional electives).
CIPS Certificate
With three years of full-time professional experience, you will be eligible for this internationally recognized procurement professional certificate after completing the program. No test required.
12 Courses
12 required courses to complete the degree. Option to take another two additional electives courses on project management and real-world project.
Extracurricular Opportunities
Our fall and spring conferences provide networking opportunities to interact with industry leaders and board members. We also offer a supply chain career fair.



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USD's Supply Chain Management Institute Hosts 37th Annual Fall Forum
// October 27, 2022
The Supply Chain Management Institute held its 37th Annual SCMI Fall Forum on October 20 at the Knauss Center for Business Education. Return…
Celebrating the Knauss School of Business Class of 2022
// May 26, 2022
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USD Business Student João Pires Coelho Featured as 2022 Best & Brightest
// April 11, 2022
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Upcoming Events
Wednesday, February 22, 2023 // 5:30 p.m.Thorn Brewing Co. 1745 National Avenue San Diego, CA 92113
USD Graduate Application Workshop
Thursday, February 23, 2023 // 12 p.m.Knauss Center for Business Education, Room KCBE 314 - Finance Lab
Monday, February 27, 2023 // 7:30 a.m.University Club atop Symphony Towers
USD Graduate Application Workshop
Tuesday, March 28, 2023 // 12 p.m.Knauss Center for Business Education, Room KCBE 314 - Finance Lab
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