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Online Graduate Certificate in Operations & Supply Chain Management

Build Business Leadership Skills with an Operations & Supply Chain Management Graduate Certificate

The operations and supply chain management graduate certificate online at Southern New Hampshire University is designed to introduce you to key concepts, strategies and processes used in the production of goods, from securing raw materials to distributing them to customers. You'll explore such areas as transportation planning, technology, inventory control, warehouse management, quality control and procurement, as you gain marketable skills in operations and supply chain management. 

Courses are taught by experienced operations and supply chain management professionals who know how to connect theory with practical, real-world applications.

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See Yourself Succeed in Operations & Supply Chain Management

An operations and supply chain management graduate certificate from SNHU empowers you with the strong foundation you'll need to pursue a new career, advance in your current career or simply further your studies.

As a private, nonprofit university, SNHU has one mission — to help you see yourself succeed. The benefits of earning your operations and supply chain management graduate certificate online at SNHU include:

  • Affordability. Take advantage of some of the most affordable tuition rates in the nation.
  • Convenience. Attend class when it's convenient for you — online education means 24/7 access.
  • Efficiency and flexibility. Complete your certificate at your own pace, over five 10-week terms per year.
  • Expert instruction. Learn from instructors with relevant, real-world experience.
  • Minimal requirements. No GRE or GMAT required for admission.
  • Networking. Tap into our nationwide network or alumni for tips and career opportunities.
  • Student support. Count on the ongoing support of dedicated academic and career advisors specialized in your area of study.

Career Outlook

The operations and supply chain management graduate certificate program prepares you to compete for a growing number of high-paying jobs. 

According to the 2007 Mercer Benchmark Database for Logistics and Supply Chain Positions, supply chain managers can expect to earn an average of $89,300. Top supply chain executives typically earn upwards of $250,000. Inventory planning and control managers average $81,100, and top logistics management executives,  $198,000. As operations and supply chain management spending continues to outpace the rest of the economy, career opportunities with traditional manufacturers and retailers, operations and supply chain management consulting firms and transportation providers should remain strong.

Curriculum

The program's coursework provides excellent insight into the warehouse management decision-making processes used to bring goods to market successfully. You'll be introduced to mathematical, probabilistic and statistical tools available to industrial organizations, the importance of information systems and the Internet, and the role that other departments play in the lifecycle of goods — just to name a few.

Degree Courses
QSO 510 Quantitative Analysis for Decision Making

This is a survey of the mathematical, probabilistic and statistical tools available for assisting in the operation and management of industrial organizations.
QSO 600 Operations Management

This is a study of the concepts of production and operations and of a variety of methods and techniques used in their management. Background preparation: 6 credit hours in economics.
QSO 630 Supply Chain Management

This course analyses the role and activities of those involved in supply chain management decision making. It emphasizes the importance of transportation planning, inventory control, warehouse management, development of customer service standards, and procurement in the design and operation of supply and distribution systems. The importance of information systems and the internet in supporting such activities is also discussed. Special attention is given to the close working relationships with managers in other functional areas including information systems, marketing, and international operations.
QSO 690 Topics in Operations Management

This course is designed to prepare students to function as high-impact manufacturing and/or service managers. The course theme is Total Quality Management and focuses on manufacturing systems, quality controls and inventory management with the goal of finding constant approaches to productivity improvement through in-depth investigation of JIT and OPT and their adaptability to manufacturing and service systems.

Select two of the following:
QSO 520 Management Science through Spreadsheets

This is an application-oriented course that will provide students with a working knowledge of the most commonly used Management Science/Operations Research techniques such as linear programming, integer programming, goal programming, nonlinear programming, network modeling, queuing theory and simulation. The students will learn how to combine the power of the management science and spreadsheets to model and solve a wide variety of business problems.
QSO 530 Applied Statistics for Managers

This course will provide the students with statistical tools and techniques that will enable them to make an immediate impact in their careers. This course will be realistically oriented and numerous business examples and cases will be analyzed.
QSO 610 Management of Service Operations

This course is intended to help students prepare for management opportunities in service firms that represent the fastest-growing sector of the economy. The material focuses on the role and nature of service operations, and the relationship of operations to other business functions. The students will develop skills and learn techniques for effective management of service operations.
QSO 620 Six Sigma Quality Management

This course is designed to provide an understanding of the design and implementation of quality control and improvement systems. It is an introduction to current quality management approaches, statistical quality control and quality improvement techniques. ISO-9000 also will be discussed. Case studies and the use of computer technology will be integral to the course.
QSO 635 International Supply Chain Management

The U.S. economy is becoming increasingly global in nature. We are marketing and distributing more products in foreign nations, locating plants and other facilities internationally, and are buying from foreign companies. This course provides a comprehensive understanding of the supply chain management function related to the international environment in terms of business/cultural customs, legal considerations, purchasing strategies, financial aspects, and international distribution.
QSO 710 Internship in Operations/Project Management

This course will enable the School of Business graduate students to gain valuable work experience within the operations or project environment. The objective is to give the students an opportunity for practical application of operations/project management concepts and techniques learned in the classes and complement the course work.

For those who do not meet the minimum requirements, the following courses may be required:
MBA 501 Mathematics and Statistics for Business

This is an applied course, which will provide students with the mathematical knowledge and skills that underlie many courses offered in the school of business. Students will learn the fundamental concepts and methods of linear algebra, mathematical functions, differential calculus and statistics and their applications to business. They will also sharpen their quantitative, analytical and problem-solving skills that are so important for success in the world of business today.

Tuition & Fees

Tuition rates for SNHU's online degree programs are among the lowest in the nation. We offer a 25 percent tuition discount for U.S. service members, both full and part time, and the spouses of those on active duty.

Online Graduate Programs Per Course* Per Credit Hour*
Degree/Certificates $1,881 $627
Degree/Certificates
(U.S. service members, both full and part time, and the spouses of those on active duty) 		$1,410 $470

*Tuition Rates are subject to change and are reviewed Annually.

Additional Costs:

$40 Application Fee, $150 Graduation Fee, Course Materials ($ varies by course)

University Accreditation

Southern New Hampshire University is a private, nonprofit institution accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges as well as several other accrediting bodies. More...