MBA with a concentration in Supply Chain Management

As global networks grow more complex and interconnected, supply chain management has become the engine powering agility, innovation, and profitability – and the strategic key to global success. The MBA Concentration in Supply Chain Management at Montclair State University prepares future leaders to manage complexity, drive efficiency, and build resilience across today’s dynamic and interconnected supply networks.

Montclair State’s MBA Concentration in Supply Chain Management stands out with its strong industry alignment, focus on sustainability, and practical curriculum tailored to today’s evolving global marketplace. Located in a region that accounts for 9.3% of all U.S. supply chain job openings, the program equips students with advanced expertise in strategic sourcing, logistics, risk management, inventory control, and sustainable operations—blending academic depth with real-world application.

The curriculum is aligned with leading global organizations such as ASCM, ISM, and ISCEA, integrating industry best practices and preparing students for professional certifications. With flexible online course options, working professionals and full-time students alike can pursue advanced education without compromising their current commitments. Whether you’re entering the supply chain field or seeking to elevate your career, this experience-driven MBA concentration delivers the skills and insight needed to thrive in one of today’s most essential business disciplines.

Our Goals Lead To Your Success

At the Feliciano School of Business, we are driven by a single goal: to prepare business leaders for success. The MBA Concentration in Supply Chain Management is purposefully designed to help you master the analytical, strategic, and ethical dimensions of the field—combining academic rigor with practical relevance.

Courses are taught by top-tier, full-time professors who will provide real-world relevance and actively engage in cutting-edge research in the field as you sharpen your analytical skills to successfully navigate complex business systems and enact change.

Through the MBA concentration in Supply Chain Management, you will learn how to:

• Build the skills to design efficient, technology-enabled supply chain systems
• Apply data-driven methods to solve real-world challenges.
• Embed sustainability, risk management, and global sourcing strategies into operations—critical for building agile and responsible supply chains in today’s business landscape.

Supply Chain Career Path

Graduates of the MBA Supply Chain Management Concentration are prepared for a wide range of roles across multiple industries. The versatility of supply chain expertise makes it valuable in sectors including manufacturing, retail, logistics and transportation, healthcare, technology, energy, automotive, consulting, defense, government, and the public sector.

Careers in this field offer strong earning potential, with the average salary for supply chain professionals in the U.S. estimated at $100,315 per year—nearly double the national average. Job prospects are also rapidly expanding, with a projected 30% growth in employment by 2030. Moreover, approximately 76% of professionals entering the field secure jobs within three months, including those at the entry level. These figures reflect the growing importance and appeal of supply chain careers in today’s global business environment.

Common career paths include:

• Supply Chain Manager
• Operations Manager
• Logistics Manager
• Inventory Manager
• Supply Chain Analyst
• Demand Planner

These roles are critical for streamlining operations, reducing costs, improving sustainability, and driving innovation. Whether pursuing leadership positions or specialized roles, graduates benefit from a field known for high career satisfaction, strong job placement rates, and long-term growth potential.

Course Information

• Courses are self-paced, where you complete lectures, activities and tests on your own schedule.
• Communication boards allow you to engage and collaborate with faculty and classmates fully online.

Curriculum

For further details, visit the Montclair State University Catalog.

Admissions Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Application and official college transcripts
• Personal essay
• Resume
• One letter of recommendation – optional (not required)
• Application fee – may be waived by attending an information session

Students who have earned degrees outside of the U.S. must also supply the following:

• Transcripts: Applicants with a non-US degree must submit a course-by-course evaluation that includes U.S. bachelor’s degree equivalency information for their coursework. This must be completed by an accredited agency. For more information on this requirement visit our international applicant page
• English Proficiency: Applicants who earned their undergraduate degree from an institution where English is not the official instructional language must submit proof of English proficiency

* Source: Graduate Management Admission Council 2022 Corporate Recruiters Survey