2012 ACBSP Region 4 Conference Presentation #4 Sponsor - Peregrine
Penn State Supply Chain Certificate 2012
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Online Programs in
Supply Chain Management
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Why Penn State?..............................5
Master of Professional Studies in
Supply Chain Management..............6
Curriculum.......................................7
Graduate Certificate in Supply
Chain and Information Systems......8
Frequently Asked Questions..........10
Getting Started..............................11
Supply Chain Education That Fits Your Life
In today’s global economy an efficient supply chain plays a
critical role in an organization’s overall success. Through Penn
State’s online programs, working professionals in supply chain
management can earn a graduate degree or certificate while
maintaining their demanding jobs.
Ta b l e o f C ont e nt s
“Supply chain management has
become a significant source of
competitive advantage for many
firms, and as the reach of companies
becomes increasingly global, a strong
understanding of how to leverage
the supply chain is becoming a
requirement for success. Our new
master’s degree is designed to
solidly prepare you for these kinds of
challenges and opportunities.”
Terry Harrison, Ph.D.
Professor of Supply Chain
and Information Systems
Smeal College of Business
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Earn respected credentials and advance in your
career with a graduate degree or certificate
in supply chain management, offered by
Penn State’s highly respected Smeal College
of Business and the World Campus. Since
credits earned in the certificate courses can be
applied toward the master’s degree program,
students can earn a credential on their way to an
advanced degree.
Penn State’s
Online Supply Chain Programs
In Penn State’s online supply chain programs
you get the flexibility of online courses—
studying whenever and wherever you want—
plus ongoing interaction with respected faculty
and fellow graduate students. Achieve both your
professional goals and your organization’s goals
by pursuing an online Penn State supply chain
degree or certificate.
• Master of Professional Studies in Supply Chain Management
• Graduate Certificate in Supply Chain and Information Systems
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Why Penn State?
A Quality Degree
Since its founding in 1855, Penn State has
established itself as one of the nation’s most
respected universities, offering instruction
in more than 160 baccalaureate and 150
graduate programs. Penn State has been a
pioneer in providing online access to a
real university education, through its
World Campus.
A Reputation for
Excellence
The Department of Supply Chain and
Information Systems in Penn State’s Smeal
College of Business has been ranked first in
the country according to a survey published
in Supply Chain Management Review. Other
periodicals, such as U.S. News & World
Report and BusinessWeek, consistently list
its programs among the top supply chain
programs, while the Smeal faculty ranks
among the top twenty for research excellence
across all disciplines.
Immediate Results
Penn State’s online supply chain programs
deliver practical, problem-solving
techniques that students can use on the
job immediately. Professionals working in
the field of supply chain management—
and their employers—can benefit from
new skills and techniques long before
completion of the program.
Proven Leadership in
Online Delivery
Penn State has earned a solid reputation
as a global leader in online education. The
supply chain certificate and master’s degree
programs were developed to provide a high-
quality online experience, with frequent
interaction among students and faculty.
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Master of Professional Studies in
Supply Chain Management
As a working professional in supply
chain management, you can take steps to
advance your career by earning the master
of professional studies in supply chain
management degree. You’ll use case studies,
analysis, and problem-solving techniques
to study management, transportation and
distribution, supply chain design and strategy,
and current issues and best practices in supply
chain transformation.
Applications
The master of professional studies in supply
chain management degree program can help
you progress to a leadership position in a
variety of industries, including:
• manufacturing
• wholesale/retail
• distribution
• services
• transportation
• warehousing
• military
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Curriculum
Year One
SCM 800 Supply Chain Management
(4 credits)
SCM 810 Transportation and Distribution
(4 credits)
SCM 820 Strategic Procurement (4 credits)
SCM 530 Advanced Methods for Supply
Chain Analysis (on-campus residency
and online component—3 credits)
Year Two
SCM 840 Supply Chain Project Management
(4 credits)
SCM 850 Supply Chain Design and Strategy
(4 credits)
SCM 860 Supply Chain Transformation and
Innovation (4 credits)
SCM 594 Professional Paper (3 credits)
On-Campus Experience
Master’s students in supply chain
management boost their learning and
networking with a one-time, four-day
residency experience at Penn State’s
University Park campus. You and your peers
get face-to-face instruction from tenure-
track professors in the highly regarded Smeal
College of Business, along with the chance to
review your progress and discuss paper topics
with advisers.
The organizations that sponsor Smeal’s
renowned Center for Supply Chain Research
(CSCR) view the residency component
as a critical aspect of the overall learning
experience. CSCR sponsors include such
major corporations as IBM, Johnson &
Johnson, and Kimberly-Clark.
You can work full-time and earn the 30-credit master’s degree
by completing the required courses, as outlined below, and
writing a professional paper. Each course is conducted online
in a problem-solution format that emphasizes interaction and
collaboration among students and faculty.
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Increase your understanding of creative supply chain solutions through this online graduate
certificate program. Immediately use your new skills at your job as you learn about strategic
procurement and supply chain management, demand fulfillment, supply chain planning, network
design processes, and information systems for supply chain management.
The certificate program is embedded in the master of professional studies in supply chain
management degree program, so you can use the certificate as a step toward the master’s degree.
The certificate consists of three 4-credit courses, which can be completed in one year by taking one
course each semester.
Program Courses
SCM 800 Supply Chain Management
(4 credits)
SCM 810 Transportation and Distribution
(4 credits)
SCM 820 Strategic Procurement
(4 credits)
Graduate Certificate in Supply Chain
and Information Systems
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“The impact of the certificate program has been absolutely positive in my career
development and has allowed me to distinguish myself as a leader with the
most current insights into supply chain management. My decision to pursue the
master’s degree was very deliberate and based on my prior experience with the
Penn State graduate program. I wanted to invest my time and efforts with the
best and achieve a world-class return on that investment. This is why I chose Penn
State for the master’s degree.”
Monty Boyle
Senior Manager, PricewaterhouseCoopers
Master’s degree student
10. Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
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Why is Penn State the best choice for me?
Flexibility and convenience:
Penn State knows that adults need flexible and
convenient learning options in order to continue
meeting their professional and personal commit-
ments. You can take courses when and where you
please, earning your degree at your own pace.
Reputation:
Penn State is universally regarded as one of the
finest educational institutions in the United
States. Putting a Penn State degree or certificate
on your résumé is a great way to broaden
your career options and prove to current
and potential employers that you are a well-
educated professional.
Can I obtain financial aid to pay for my
courses?
Penn State realizes that one of the biggest
challenges of returning to school is the cost. That’s
why our advisers have been trained to help you
make the most of the financial aid options and
opportunities available to you.
What are the admission requirements for the
online supply chain programs?
• statement of professional goals
• one-page résumé
• one letter of recommendation
• two official transcripts from each institution
previously attended
• GMAT scores
• TOEFL score, if applicable
• baccalaureate degree from an accredited
institution
What types of student support are available?
As a distance education pioneer, Penn State
has developed a nationally recognized support
system for students who are geographically
removed from campus. With our amazing team
of academic advisers, technical support experts,
customer service representatives, and Penn State
instructors, we’ll help you get where you want to
go—successfully—through distance education.
Is this the real Penn State?
Yes. Penn State values online education as highly as
it does resident instruction. No distinction will be
made on your official Penn State transcript or degree
that your courses were completed online. The credits
you receive are exactly the same as those awarded to
on-campus students.
