Online Master of Arts in Supply Chain Management (MA)
Learn how strategic leaders move materials and finished goods across worldwide commercial and military supply networks. This online master’s degree program at American Military University (AMU) examines how decision-makers coordinate resources and manage risk to develop value chains aligned with organizational goals.
About the Master’s in Supply Chain Management at AMU
This master's degree program in supply chain management examines the systems organizations rely on to deliver products to customers worldwide. Students discuss how purchasing, transportation, distribution, and warehousing function together, and coursework addresses how global supply chains shape logistics management and reverse logistics strategies.
AMU's curriculum was designed in consultation with industry leaders, and the program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP®)10. Courses examine how organizations build risk-resilient supply chains and optimize product flows using advanced technology and data analytics.
This program also addresses how supply chain strategies directly contribute to organizations’ environmental and social impact. Students consider how decision-makers coordinate with suppliers and vendors to uphold corporate sustainability initiatives.
The curriculum explores the integral role that the supply chain industry plays in both commercial and public-sector settings, including the Department of Defense. Faculty members with backgrounds in military and business operations share real-world insights from their professional experience.
The program concludes with a capstone course where students prepare eportfolios demonstrating their advanced problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
Spanish language learners may complete the supply chain management program through select courses.
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Discover How AMU’s Supply Chain Management Degree Can Help You Pursue Your Goals
AMU’s supply chain management master’s program examines the strategies involved in moving materials and goods across interconnected global systems. Coursework helps sharpen leadership skills as students explore how supply chain leaders balance business objectives with ethical decision-making.
Learners also:
- Study the effects globalization has on acquiring and delivering products or services
- Explain how supply chain management impacts organizational effectiveness
- Create a plan to align supply chain goals with an organization’s strategic plan
- Recommend appropriate supply chain analytics for various scenarios
- Assess the performance of a familiar global supply chain
Students in this online program discuss how the supply chain industry supports complex commercial and government operations. AMU's curriculum examines how strategic decision-makers engage in international trade and navigate global networks to control costs, manage risk, and deliver customer value.
Graduates may have potential career opportunities as:
- Logistics or supply chain managers, who coordinate the movement of resources and goods across supply chains and may support military or federal missions
- Acquisition or sustainment managers, who oversee procurement and lifecycle support in service-oriented organizations
- Operations or readiness planning managers, who support the planning and execution of logistics and readiness initiatives
This supply chain management master’s program may also help learners prepare for continued professional development post-graduation.
AMU’s supply chain management program examines how decision-makers coordinate the processes involved in manufacturing and moving goods across global networks. Coursework also explores how supply chain professionals support sustainable business operations.
Students learn how industry leaders:
- Apply supply chain and logistics principles to support operational readiness in military or federal environments
- Analyze procurement, distribution, and sustainment systems that support mission requirements
- Assess supply chain risks, disruptions, and mitigation strategies in complex operational contexts
- Evaluate global logistics, transportation, and sourcing challenges affecting service organizations
- Develop process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and accountability across logistics systems
- Prepare structured briefings and reports aligned with chain-of-command and stakeholder needs
“ Military service members and their families understand logistics because they have lived it—moving people, equipment, and resources where they are needed most. A master’s in supply chain management turns that experience into the language of global business. ”
Explore AMU’s Curriculum for This Master’s in Supply Chain Management
AMU's supply chain management master's degree program examines how organizations operate across global networks to move goods from sourcing through delivery. The curriculum prioritizes career-readiness and addresses how supply chains play a pivotal role in the private sector and the military.
Courses explore the advanced technologies and analytical methods that decision-makers employ to lead end-to-end supply chain functions. Assignments include case studies that provide real-world context about the challenges of global supply chain management.
The program concludes with a capstone course, where students build eportfolios demonstrating their advanced knowledge and skills.
Spanish language learners may complete this course in Spanish.
Spanish language learners may complete this course in Spanish.
Spanish language learners may complete this course in Spanish.
Spanish language learners may complete this course in Spanish.
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This online master’s degree program in supply chain management is designed to make higher learning accessible for working professionals and active-duty servicemembers. AMU’s online courses have no set login times. Students may participate in class discussions and complete weekly assignments from anywhere with internet access. The University also offers rolling admissions and welcomes new students year-round.
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- All AMU master's degree/graduate certificate programs require a bachelor’s degree (or higher) from an institution whose accreditation is recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA®) or its international equivalent. If you have a non-U.S. transcript, please view our International Admissions page for more information.
- Please read all graduate admission requirements before applying to this program and be prepared to submit the required documentation including a legible copy of your valid government-issued photo, if required.
- There is no fee to complete the AMU admission application for this program. View steps to apply.
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Learn More About Pursuing a Supply Chain Management Master’s Degree
A master’s degree in supply chain management may be well-suited to individuals interested in understanding the strategies business leaders employ to navigate complex global networks.
AMU’s program provides an in-depth review of the end-to-end functions that supply chain leaders oversee, including:
- Logistics management
- Strategic procurement and acquisitions management
- Transportation
- Inventory management
- Reverse logistics
Students also discuss how the principles of risk management apply to global supply chain management.
AMU’s supply chain management master’s degree program does not award professional certifications. However, it may be helpful for preparing to pursue certifications related to supply chain management, logistics, strategic procurement, and/or acquisition.
Students interested in pursuing certifications should review all requirements from the relevant credentialing bodies.
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