In today’s global economy, supply chains have become an opportunity for tremendous competitive advantage. Supply chain management is the reason Walmart can offer low prices and became so successful. Have you ever wondered how Amazon can promise 2 day shipping? That’s also supply chain management. If you enjoy solving problems, global supply chain management is a great choice. You decide whether to ship by rail, truck, or boat, whether to order in bulk or just-in-time. It can also be how to move products efficiently through a manufacturing plant. These are only a few examples of the many exciting choices you can make. If you want to solve tangible problems, consider studying global supply chain!
What is Global Supply Chain Management (GSCM)?
- GSCM is how Amazon.com is able to promise two-day shipping.
- GSCM is how Apple is able to meet massive demand for new iPhone models.
- GSCM is how Walmart is able to offer low prices and become the world’s largest retailer.
If you enjoy solving problems and want to make a difference in the world, then GSCM may be for you.
We help connect the global economy to get products and services from where they are produced to where they are needed.
Who makes a great GSCM major?
The global supply chain management (GSCM) program values each individual. As part of the application process, we consider background, preparation, and experience that we believe will help admitted students thrive and succeed both during and after the program. We welcome all individuals with sincere interest to apply.
Individuals in the GSCM program are people who typically:
- enjoy making improvements and solving problems
- have interest in people skills as well as quantitative skills
- enjoy working with diverse people and teams
- are motivated by making a difference in the world
Click here to learn about applying to the program.
Q/A about GSCM
The video below answers questions about the Global Supply Chain Management major:
- What are Global Supply Chains and the GSCM major
- What careers can graduates enter? (at 43 seconds)
- What skills will I develop? (at 1m 28s)
- How is it different from other similar majors? (at 2m 6s)
- Why should I select this major? (at 2m 53s)