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MBA

MBA with a Global Supply Chain Management Specialization

Gain expertise in global supply chain management

Global supply chain management is a fast-paced and growing field that touches just about every industry. Our Master’s in Business Administration with a Global Supply Chain Management Specialization can help you learn to create and maintain operations systems in diverse, international environments.

Get to know our Global Supply Chain Management Specialization

Discover supply chain and operations management processes used by high-performing organizations. Our experienced faculty will help you understand what it takes to lead in this field.

To keep pace with the changing industry, you’ll also develop the job-ready AI skills employers are looking for. Get hands-on experience applying AI-enabled tools to improve operations, increase efficiencies, and reduce defects while gaining a practical foundation in managing global relationships.

Classes start on May 4, 2026
Course waivers at Keller

Master’s advantage: Are you eligible?

If you’ve earned an undergraduate degree in business or technology, or a degree with a technology specialization, you may be eligible to waive up to 3 courses (or 9 credit hours). We call this our Master’s Advantage. With these prior learning credits,1 you can earn your graduate degree with fewer courses, allowing you to put a master’s degree to work for you even sooner.

Accelerated Schedule2
1 year
4 months
Average 10 credits per semester
OR
Normal Schedule3
2 years
8 months
Average 6 credits per semester

Accelerate on your schedule

Choose the schedule that best fits your goals and commitments. You can earn your Master’s in Business Administration with a Global Supply Chain Management Specialization in:

  • As little as 1 year and 4 months with an accelerated schedule

  • 2 years and 8 months with a normal schedule3

2Accelerated schedule to complete requires at least 9 credit hours of prior learning credit. Assumes completion of 3 semesters, enrollment in an average of 10 credit hours per semester and continuous, full-time year-round enrollment with no breaks per 12-month period.
3Normal schedule does not include breaks and assumes 3 semesters of year-round, full-time enrollment in an average of 6 credit hours per semester per 12-month period.

Knowledge and skills

What you’ll learn

Our Global Supply Chain Management Specialization here at Keller Graduate School of Business covers the following topics and subjects:

Operation systems

Evaluate and select an appropriate supply chain transportation strategy based upon factors such as product characteristics, cost, packaging, and speed of delivery.

Strategic procurement

Demonstrate the benefits of key design features including supply chain member collaboration, synchronization, and operational transparency to help mitigate supply chain dysfunction.

Risk management

Assess the probability and impact of potential supply chain risks and develop appropriate risk mitigation strategies.

Accreditation matters

Being accredited means we’ve met rigorous quality standards and are committed to giving you the education you deserve. Our accreditations and recognitions include:

  • Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP): Our Master of Business Administration is accredited by ACBSP, acbsp.org/, demonstrating it has met standards of business education that promote teaching excellence. Learn more about program outcomes and student achievement.

  • The Higher Learning Commission (HLC): Institutionally, DeVry University is accredited by HLC, www.hlcommission.org. Our Keller Graduate School of Management is included in this accreditation. 

Student achievement
At-a-glance
Embedded programs

Demonstrate skills at every step

Automatically earn a resume-boosting Graduate Certificate in Global Supply Chain Management5 when you enroll in our MBA with a Global Supply Chain Management Specialization — allowing you to showcase your skills while earning your master’s degree.

Career

Career Opportunities

With our MBA with a Global Supply Chain Management Specialization, you can consider careers such as:

  • Global transportation manager

  • Industrial production manager

  • Logistics warehouse or distribution manager

  • Loss prevention manager

     

  • Operations analyst or manager

  • Procurement sourcing manager

  • Purchasing manager

     

  • Supply chain operations analyst or manager

FAQs: MBA with a Global Supply Chain Management Specialization

Is it hard to get an MBA in global supply chain management?

Earning an MBA with a Global Supply Chain Management Specialization should be no more difficult than earning any other type of MBA. As with any degree program, allowing yourself enough study time can help make courses more manageable. At DeVry, all our classes are designed to provide you with learning opportunities that can be worked through within a realistic time frame.

Is global supply chain management a good career to get into?

Global supply chain management can be an excellent career for people who are interested in the flow of goods across the globe. It can also be an excellent option for those who are well organized and wish to help increase efficiency across an organization.

How much do supply chain management professionals earn?

How much a supply chain management professional earns can vary based on experience, education, and the company or industry in which they are employed. For a general understanding of earning potential, we recommend referencing data provided by the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

What is the difference between supply chain management and logistics?

Supply chain management focuses on the big-picture coordination of the entire life cycle of the supply chain, while logistics focuses on how the goods are stored and delivered to their final destination.

Do you need certification for supply chain management careers?

No, you don’t need a certification for supply chain management careers, although there are an array you can pursue depending on your professional goals.

How do I apply to Keller?

Applying is quick and easy:

1. Talk to an admissions representative: Fill out a brief form, and we’ll reach out to walk you through the process.
2. Submit your application: We’ll take you through the application over the phone. If you prefer, you can apply online. It only takes 5-10 minutes.
3. Enroll in your first courses: Once everything is submitted and verified, we’ll help you build your schedule.

Learn more about admissions.

2025–2026 academic catalog
Program overview

1Eligibility for and application of course waivers vary based on the type and level of course, credit earned, enrolled location and/or state of residence. For more information, please refer to the Course Waiver section of the Keller academic catalog.
2Accelerated schedule requires at least 9 credit hours of Prior Learning Credit and assumes completion of 3 semesters, enrollment in an average of 10 credit hours per semester and continuous, full-time year-round enrollment with no breaks per 12-month period.
3Normal schedule does not include breaks and assumes 3 semesters of year-round, full-time enrollment in an average of 6 credit hours per semester per 12-month period.
4Conferral and assessment data is available for all DeVry and Keller ACBSP accredited programs. For a full list of our ACBSP accredited programs, visit our Accreditation page.
5Future programmatic changes could impact the ability to earn additional credentials en route to an eligible degree program. Refer to the academic catalog for details.