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#1

Globally for Supply Chain Research
Transportation Journal, 2018

#1

Nationally Among Supply Chain Graduate Programs
Gartner, 2022

#3

Graduate Supply Chain Program Among Public Institutions
Best Business Schools
U.S. News & World Report, 2022

Executive MBA for Global Supply Chain Overview

Focusing on immediate relevancy for you and your employer, our Executive MBA for Global Supply Chain (EMBA-GSC) is a one-of-a-kind program that offers a blend of cutting-edge MBA coursework set in the context of supply chain management.

Our global faculty delivers an innovative and integrated curriculum in classrooms in Asia, Europe, and North America. Learn with peer executives and deliver prompt financial returns to your organization through applied learning projects.

One-year program, with less than 30 days out of the office

45 credit hours to be completed over four residence periods

20 distance learning sessions featuring collaborative online community

15 hours a week on average of readings and other assignments

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What You’ll Master

  • Critical global business knowledge such as competitive strategy, trade, government/compliance, tax, etc.
  • Organizational design, talent, and change management
  • How supply chain management best interacts with other business functions, including risk management
  • End-to-end supply chain focus, from product design to performance targeting
  • How to use a modern, global supply chain to impact the bottom line

Program Benefits

Relevant and Applied Learning

Develop the vision, communication, and leadership skills to succeed in a global, multi-cultural environment through an unmatched end-to-end supply chain-focused MBA curriculum, ranked the No. 1 most relevant EMBA worldwide by The Economist (2018).

Industry Connections

Become immersed in an international network of supply chain executives—Haslam graduates and leading faculty and scholars—representing over 70 top supply chain companies.

Unmatched Value

Applied learning provides immediate ROI. Design a custom Organizational Action Project in counsel with one of our prominent faculty advisors and deliver key components to company leadership throughout the year.

Key Dates

Spring 2025

Please note: Residence Period #1 begins January 2025

July
12
Priority Review Date
December
5
Final Submit Date

Frequently Asked Questions

The Executive MBA for Global Supply Chain takes a year to complete, starting in January and ending in December.

The Executive MBA for Global Supply Chain is an in-person/online program. This is centered around four (4) nine-day residencies, roughly one per quarter. These residencies are tied together by both synchronous and asynchronous distance learning.

You will receive a Master of Business Administration.

GMAT scores are waived for candidates with five years of managerial experience and an undergraduate grade point average of 3.0 or higher. GMAT scores are not required if you already have a graduate degree.

Yes. There are federal student loans and other need-based financial aid for eligible graduate students along with employer sponsorship opportunities and veterans’ G.I. Bill benefits.

Connecting with an enrollment advisor will help you:

  • Understand the program admissions criteria and know whether you are eligible to apply
  • Gain insight into application best practices and how to submit a strong application
  • Know what to expect in your online classroom, including the level of faculty interaction, program outcomes, and more
  • Have an immediate line of support in the event you have questions or need clarification about the online EMBA for Global Supply Chain program

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