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Gabriel Buitrago won a combat medal in Afghanistan. Now he's at Adelphi getting a master’s degree in supply chain management.
Supply Chain Management: On Campus or Online
In one year, learn to solve the most complex supply chain challenges and propel your career as a supply chain professional with a master’s degree in supply chain management from Adelphi.
Why Earn an MS in Supply Chain Management Online or On Campus?
Effective management of a supply chain is the key to a company’s success, and the demand for supply chain professionals is rapidly growing. With a master of science degree in supply chain management, you will be prepared to launch your supply chain manager career in areas such as global sourcing, logistics optimization, project management, operations management, demand planning and many more.
Why Earn an MS in Supply Chain Management at Adelphi University in New York?
- Flexibility: Complete this career-boosting MS in just one year, either on campus or online — or choose part-time with evening classes.
- Available Online: Our supply chain management master’s degree can be completed either on our Garden City, New York, campus or online to ensure you have access from anywhere
- Develop marketable skills in logistics, sourcing, production and customer service through our STEM-designated curriculum, which incorporates data analytics and modeling, and meet the huge demand in this exciting field.
- Participate in national supply chain competitions, gaining valuable experience through hands-on learning.
- Cost-saving opportunity:
- Our new Graduate Merit Scholarship offers yearly awards ranging from $3,000 to $10,000. These can be renewed every year, so you can save substantially on tuition while earning a career-boosting Adelphi grad degree.
- Our Ammon Business Challenge Scholarship offers an additional one-time award of $7,500 to a limited number of qualified applicants in STEM Designated Programs.
- Thanks to Adelphi’s partnership with the Long Island/New York City Chapter of the Association of Supply Chain Management (ASCM), all ASCM members receive a 15% discount on tuition when you sign up for a business degree. We are committed to helping you afford an Adelphi education in this critical field.
This program is STEM-designated offering specialized training in high-demand fields and eligible international students can extend their OPT to 36 months.
90%*
* based on Adelphi University Career Outcomes Survey: Class of 2022
of our master’s graduates say that Adelphi University increased their understanding of the roles and responsibilities of professionals in their field
based on Adelphi University Career Outcomes Survey: Class of 2022
I am amazed at how interlinked my job responsibilities as a supply chain planner have been with the courses at Adelphi. The professors have equipped me with the skills, tools and knowledge needed in managing inventory. I feel confident in using the principles I have learned at Adelphi to solve problems and make recommendations to executive leaders.
Association of Supply Chain Management (ASCM) - 15% Off Your Tuition
Thanks to Adelphi’s partnership with the Long Island/New York City Chapter of the Association of Supply Chain Management, all ASCM members receive a 15% discount on tuition when you sign up for a business degree. We are committed to helping you afford an Adelphi education in this critical field.
HIA-LI - 15% Off Your Tuition
Thanks to Adelphi’s partnership with HIA-LI, all HIA-LI members are eligible to receive a 15% discount off the published tuition rate when you sign up for a business degree. We are committed to helping you afford an Adelphi education in this critical field.
Exceptional Hands-On Learning
Our supply chain master’s program, both online and on campus, offers exceptional opportunities — like working with our Innovation Center. Using a project-based approach, you’ll engage in real-world challenges faced by corporations, governments and nonprofit organizations. At Adelphi, you’ll have countless other life-changing opportunities in the New York area, including:
- Adelphi University is now listed as a Simio-granted institution. Simio’s software package teaches you to simulate global supply chains and conduct what-if analysis in real-world situations.
- The Insights from Experts Lecture Series: Attend for an exclusive opportunity to learn from successful business leaders.
- The Elizabeth and Allen Don Center for Innovative Technology and Decision Sciences: This event serves as a greenhouse for new ideas.
- Leadership Certificate Program: Sign up to develop your leadership and professional skills.
- Our Shark Tank-style Business Plan Competition: Try out your entrepreneurial skills and win cash prizes.
- Paid internships and job-shadowing opportunities: Our Robert B. Willumstad School of Business gives students exceptional opportunities for hands-on experience in Long Island and New York City.
Networking Opportunities
We regularly host industry leaders for networking events and classroom presentations, keeping you connected to a successful business community. You’ll also be able to tap into a powerful network of more than 18,000 Robert B. Willumstad School of Business alumni, many of whom work just over 20 miles away in New York City.
Who’s Hiring Adelphi Supply Chain Management Grads?
Thanks to our exceptional academic support and personalized approach, you will be well-prepared to take the next step in your career. Here are some of the roles our supply chain management graduates have been hired for after completing their degree at Adelphi:
- Contract Specialist, New York Power Authority
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Senior in Charge of Specifications & Materials Classification at SWCC-KSA
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Supply Chain Specialist at Alchemy Wines & Spirits Asia
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Logistics Coordinator at OEC Group
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Supply Chain Business-Data Analyst at Jeffrey Court, Inc.
- Supply Chain Coordinator, The Estée Lauder Companies Inc.
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Operations Engineer at Cosmos Surfaces
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Operations Manager at S&S Sports
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Freight Forwarding Coordinator at Alba Wheels Up International
- Project Manager, The Estée Lauder Companies Inc.
- Product Operations Lead, lululemon
- Logistics Analyst, LARA New York
Program Info
Courses & Requirements
Application Requirements for Supply Chain Management Masters: No GMAT/GRE Required
Applicants must submit the following application requirements:
- Graduate application and $60 fee
- Official transcripts from all prior institutions and proof of bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year institution
- A 500-word (typed) essay on reasons for applying to the program
- One letter of recommendation (academic or professional) – Optional
- Résumé
Additional Requirements
Graduate students officially registered in other divisions of the University may register for course work within the Robert B. Willumstad School of Business only if written permission from the appropriate dean, adviser or chair is presented at registration. It must indicate that the course work taken within the School of Business will count toward degree requirements in the corresponding program. Students registering on a continuing basis under this classification will be considered visiting students.
Graduate students officially registered in a business degree program at another accredited university may register for course work within the Willumstad School of Business if written permission from their appropriate dean, chair or program director is presented at registration.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Supply Chain Management Degrees
A supply chain is a complex network of suppliers, manufacturers, distributors, wholesalers, retailers and customers. IBM described supply chain management succinctly as “the coordination of a business’ entire production flow, from sourcing raw materials to delivering a finished item.”
It’s important because having an effective supply chain means businesses are delivering their products to customers in a timely way, thereby bolstering customer service, as well as customer loyalty and retention. In other words, efficient management of the supply chain – from the creation and production of goods to their storage and transportation — is essential to a company’s ultimate success.
Yes. Effective management of a supply chain is the key to a company’s success, and the demand for supply chain professionals is rapidly growing. With a master’s degree in supply chain management, you’ll be prepared to launch your career in areas such as global sourcing, logistics optimization, project management, operations management, demand planning and many more.
Supply chain management offers a wide range of opportunities for career advancement and competitive salary in a fast-growing field, according to Indeed.com. Also, supply chain managers are never bored since they encounter issues and problems daily that require solutions.
Jobs in the supply chain field are expected to increase by 19 percent from 2023 to 2033, much faster than the average for all occupations, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
The average annual pay for a supply chain professional is now more than $109,700 a year in New York and $100,300 nationwide, according to ZipRecruiter.
Awards & Recognition
Colleges of Distinction: Business
Adelphi is named a 2024–2025 College of Distinction with special recognition given to our business program’s high-impact approach to education.
Top Ranked in Business
Princeton Review
Princeton Review has ranked Adelphi among the Best Northeastern Colleges and honored our Robert B. Willumstad School of Business as one of their Best Business Schools for 2024.
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Abound
Adelphi has been recognized among the nation’s top professional graduate degree programs by Abound: Grad School for providing affordable and flexible options, accessibility to professors and campus support services, opportunities to accelerate graduation, and prep for sustained career growth.
A Top Grad School
Wall Street Journal/College Pulse
Adelphi is the highest-ranked university on Long Island in the 2025 Wall Street Journal/College Pulse Best Colleges. It also ranks #7 in New York, with outstanding scores for student outcomes including graduation rate and salary impact.
Ranked one of the best
Insight Into Academia
Adelphi University has been named a 2024 Inspiring Programs in STEM Award—demonstrating an outstanding commitment to access, diversity and inclusion in STEM.
Our STEM Programs
U.S. News & World Report
Adelphi University has been named a Best College among National Universities for seven consecutive years. Adelphi remains the top-ranked private university on Long Island.
A Best College
Abound
Adelphi is recognized among Abound’s 2024 Best Online Colleges North for our high-quality faculty and our supportive student experience, including providing the guidance, resources and services that our online students need to succeed both academically and professionally.
Top Ranked for Online Study
Colleges of Distinction: International
Adelphi University has been given International Recognition by the Colleges of Distinction. This newest honor from the organization honors universities that “dedicate resources to supporting international students at every stage of their academic journey.”
Top Ranked in Global Belonging
Times Higher Education
Adelphi ranked in the top 4 percent of universities in the nation by the Times Higher Education World University Rankings, receiving the highest scores in academic reputation and international outlook.
Global Recognition
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