Supply Chain Management MS

About the Master’s in Supply Chain Management at Loyola

Whether you’re a career changer or a veteran in the supply chain and logistics community, our MS in Supply Chain Management program will develop the skills you need to understand and solve the complex challenges of moving goods globally — on time and on budget.

The Quinlan Master’s in Supply Chain Management is ranked 17 nationally by U.S. News & World Report (2024) and is led by faculty who are nationally recognized leaders committed to teaching inside and outside the classroom.

With a focus on real-world supply chain issues and an emphasis on both theory and practical application, you will gain the technical expertise and management skills to start or accelerate your career.

Program Structure

Classes are held weekday evenings at Loyola's Water Tower Campus, which is conveniently located off the Red Line in the heart of Chicago, and the majority of the courses are also offered online.

The program is on a 10-week quarter system, and you can begin the program in the Spring or Fall quarter.

Why Choose Loyola for a Master’s in Supply Chain Management

The Quinlan School of Business is among the 5% of the world's business schools that meet the rigorous standards of AACSB international accreditation.

Nationally ranked, student-focused

Quinlan has the technological resources and reputation of a big business school, with the warmth and individual student focus of a small school. Earning your MSA degree from a nationally ranked business school with a tradition of academic excellence delivers an outstanding return on career investment.

The MS in Supply Chain Management is STEM-certified by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and the National Science Foundation. With a national shortage of professionals trained in STEM-related fields, employers are actively pursuing STEM degree holders.

Not ready to commit to a degree? You can sample classes as a non-degree-seeking student. You can apply up to three courses toward a degree at Quinlan if you later decide to apply and are admitted to the master’s program.

Network with and learn from industry leaders who are engaged with the Supply Chain and Sustainability Center. This network helps ensure that our curriculum — and your degree — remains relevant and cutting-edge.

Professors encourage and challenge students to become agents for positive change in society and ethical leaders in every profession.

Our Business Career Services team maintains relationships with area companies, ensuring that exciting and challenging internships/research opportunities are consistently available. Evening and Saturday classes help make fitting an internship into your schedule easier.

Meet the Faculty

Loyola is proud to have talented and nationally-recognized scholar-teachers as part of our diverse community of exceptional faculty, students and staff. Loyola faculty are known for their commitment to teaching, the dissemination of knowledge through innovative and interdisciplinary scholarly research, and a commitment to social justice and cura personalis, or care for the whole person. Visit the Quinlan School of Business faculty and staff directory to learn more about the teachers and mentors involved with the Supply Chain Management MS program.

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Curriculum and Program Outcomes

While courses for the Supply Chain Management MS program may vary from quarter to quarter, Loyola’s extensive Academic Catalog will always house the official listing of courses, programs of study, academic policies, degree requirements, and specialization or concentration options.

Additionally, this resource will provide Supply Chain Management MS learning outcomes, showcasing the commitment to specific skills and growth graduates can expect to achieve following completion of the program.

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Costs, Scholarships, and Aid

Loyola University Chicago is committed to making your graduate and professional studies a reality. Our Cost & Financial Aid page can help better inform you about the costs and potential funding opportunities through scholarships, loans, and aid for graduate and professional education.

If you are a current Loyola undergraduate or recent alum, you may be eligible for a Returning Rambler discount. Learn more and see if you qualify on our Returning Rambler Scholarship page.

Tuition and Costs

The estimated tuition and fees for the Supply Chain Management MS totals $60660.00, or 36 credit hours at a cost of $1,685.00 per credit hour. Please note that tuition and fees for all of Loyola's academic programs are subject to change.

For more detailed information about tuition and fees, and a breakdown of how these costs are calculated on a yearly basis, please visit Tuition and Fees from the Office of the Bursar.

Quinlan School of Business Scholarships

Dean’s Merit Scholarship

The Quinlan School of Business automatically considers each student admitted into Quinlan’s Next Generation MBA and MS programs for a Dean's Merit Scholarship. Eligibility is determined through a holistic review at the time of admission.

Graduate Business Student Scholarship

The Graduate Programs Office at Loyola University Chicago awards scholarships to Quinlan graduate students who demonstrate proven academic success and financial need as determined by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

Please visit the Scholarships page on the Quinlan School of Business website for more detailed information about scholarships.

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Whether you’re just beginning your search, in the midst of the application process, or eager to explore our graduate and professional programs, our admissions staff is here to assist you every step of the way.

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Application Process

Application Deadlines

The available start terms and corresponding application deadlines for the Supply Chain Management MS are listed below. Please keep in mind that both the application and the required materials must be submitted by the specified deadline.

Fall: July 15
Spring: January 15

Application Requirements

Application requirements for the Supply Chain Management MS include:

  • Official Transcripts

  • Resume/CV

Prerequisite Course Requirements

This program requires preparation courses before beginning the curriculum, but students who have not completed the designated courses may be admitted to the program and take additional courses to fulfill prerequisite requirements. Learn more about the MSSCM curriculum and prerequisite courses on the Supply Chain Management MS Academic Catalog page.

Statement of Purpose Details

Recommended for applicants with a cumulative GPA under 3.0 and for applicants who may feel that one or more parts of their application is weak, the personal statement provides the admission committee with more insight on your candidacy.

Please discuss how Loyola’s Quinlan School of Business degree program and our focus on responsible leadership will prepare you to achieve your career goals. Your statement should be 2-3 pages in length, double-spaced.

Official Documents

Official transcripts are those that are sent directly by the college/university to Loyola University Chicago. Transcripts sent by the student to Loyola are considered unofficial documents, and while they may be utilized for initial review of your application, official transcripts are still required. Official documents should be sent by the institution to gradapp@luc.edu.

International Applicant Requirements

An official English language proficiency exam is required for international applicants whose native language is not English. If you have non-U.S. educational credentials, you are required to submit an official transcript evaluation. The transcript evaluation cannot be waived.

Please visit our International Applicant Requirements page for specific information regarding the application process for international students.

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