Master of Business Administration Global Operations and Supply Chain Management Specialization

Gain a competitive edge in the global marketplace.

Advance your knowledge of both global operations and supply chain management with this targeted MBA specialization, one of the few online MBAs to address both areas of expertise. Effective supply chain management is increasingly recognized as a competitive differentiator among companies, and rapid globalization has created an even more urgent need for these in-demand skills. This Global Operations and Supply Chain Management MBA specialization is designed to provide you with a foundational understanding of company operations from a global perspective, with a focus on the leveraging effects of the supply chain on organizational performance. The curriculum covers such topics as global supply chain design and management, integrated logistics, global strategic resourcing, knowledge management systems, and international financial management. People who choose this specialization are often pursuing management or consulting positions in operations, supply chain, manufacturing, purchasing, or related fields. This program can be completed in 2 years.

Outcome goals and graduates' proficiency levels

We have not yet collected enough information to publish learning outcome data for this program.

Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Global Operations and Supply Chain Management Specialization

Quality and Professional Relevance

  • This specialization is one of very few that combines the concepts of global operations and supply chain management.
  • Capella's MBA faculty members are also business professionals—bringing a balance of academic expertise and professional experience to the fields in which they teach.
  • Capella's MS, MBA, and BS project management curriculum is designed around A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK® Guide).
  • Capella has developed educational alliances with more than 175 corporations, including leading organizations such as Johnson & Johnson, U.S. Bank, and Farmers Insurance Group.
  • The Human Resource Management MBA specialization has gained acknowledgement from the Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM®) that the curriculum aligns with SHRM's® HR Curriculum Guidebook and Templates.
  • The Project Management MBA specialization includes courses that are approved for professional development units (PDUs) by the Project Management Institute (PMI®).

Expected Program Outcomes

  1. Integrate a just-in-time approach to supply operations.
  2. Employ negotiation strategies to financial management and planning consistent with legal and cultural requirements.
  3. Manage relationships and accountabilities across the supply chain.
  4. Utilize information and knowledge management systems in the management and coordination of materials and inventory.
  5. Analyze global supply chain management, processes, and opportunities from inter- and intra-organizational perspectives.

School of Business and Technology Master of Business Administration Graduates

Data from graduates across all MBA specializations have been combined for these Career Outcomes results.

Our School of Business and Technology MBA graduates report satisfaction with tasks and responsibilities and salary and benefits. The majority of graduates work in higher education, healthcare, or manufacturing.

Satisfaction with Capella Business & Technology Doctoral Graduates
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Percentage of respondents who answered "satisfied" or "very satisfied"
Source: Responses to the Alumni Outcomes Survey one year after graduation. The data were collected during Q3 2011 – Q2 2012.

Many master's degree graduates from the School of Business and Technology report advancing in their careers and receiving a salary increase, leadership role or promotion. They also say their Capella degrees garner recognition from employers.

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Percentage of respondents who indicated they had accomplished each item
Source: Responses to the Alumni Outcomes Survey one year after graduation. The data were collected during Q3 2011 – Q2 2012

School of Business and Technology Master of Business Administration Graduates

Data from graduates across all MBA specializations have been combined for these Student Experience results.

Most graduates of the School of Business and Technology MBA program report that earning an MBA has helped them meet program and career goals. They are likely to recommend Capella to friends and family.

Satisfaction with Capella Business & Technology Doctoral Graduates
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Percentage of respondents who answered affirmatively
Source: Responses to the Alumni Outcomes Survey one year after graduation. The data were collected during Q3 2011 – Q2 2012.

Business & Technology MBA graduates say that they gained valuable skills and abilities which are applicable in a range of professional settings.

Improvements in Skills & Abilities Business & Technology Master's Guide
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Percentage of respondents who rated themselves as "proficient" or "distinguished" on ability to demonstrate the skill or ability on the job.
Source: Responses to the Alumni Outcomes Survey one year after graduation. The data were collected during Q3 2011 – Q2 2012.

Expense, completion, &
career information

Expected time to completion:

  • Calendar quarters: 10
  • Active academic quarters: 10

On Time Completion Rate:

67%

SOC codes:

  • 13-2000 (Financial specialists)
  • 11-2000 (Advertising, marketing, promotions,public relations, and sales managers)

Program cost

Average: $33,552

Books

$798 - 1,064

Fees:

$50

Median Debt:

  • Federal Financial Aid: $19,572
  • Private Loans:$0
  • Capella Pay Plan:$0
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