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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.
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. Our Supply Chain Management MS is the No. 1 program in Chicago and #10 in the nation, according to U.S. News & World Report (2025).
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.
Are you a current Loyola undergrad?
Get a head start on your master’s degree by earning graduate credits as a senior. This program is eligible for an Accelerated Master’s Pathway (AMP), welcoming students from any undergraduate major who meet admission requirements.
LEARN MOREWhy 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
- STEM-designated
- Non-degree option to test your interest
- Industry connections
- An emphasis on ethics and responsible leadership
- Chicago: hub of opportunity
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 MSSCM 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.
Faculty and StaffSupply Chain Management: Career Connections
With a national shortage of professionals trained in STEM-related fields, employers are actively pursuing STEM degree holders. Graduates of the supply chain management master’s program are in high demand — within a month of graduating, 100% of our graduates have a job.
Our students and alumni work at companies including BNSF, BP, Bosch, ITW, IBM, GE, Whirlpool, Maersk, Morton Salt, Fellowes, Northrop Grumman, Stepan, and Feeding America.
Specific job options include:
- Supply chain manager
- Supply chain product analyst
- Purchasing manager
- Operations manager
- Management consultant
- Transportation and distribution manager
- Logistics management
- Inventory management
- Sales
Loyola University Chicago is a member of the Association of Jesuit Colleges and Universities (AJCU), a network of 27 Jesuit colleges and universities nationwide. This membership provides our graduates with access to career advising services, resume and interviewing assistance, career fairs and events, and employment listings in our Career Services center, as well as at career centers at other U.S. Jesuit colleges and universities.
Job Outlook
The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Outlook Handbook is a good place to start exploring the job outlook and pay potential for specific careers and fields that interest you.
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.
2025-2026 Catalog
Browse Academic CatalogMS in Supply Chain Management Results and Skills
- Advanced supply chain strategies
- Methodologies to improve or optimize operations across a wide range of industries
- Process design and improvement
- Transportation management
- Inventory management
- Purchasing management
- Forecasting methodologies to predict demand
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 Loyola alum, you may be eligible for a Returning Rambler discount. Learn more and see if you qualify on our Returning Rambler Scholarship page.
Accelerated Master's Pathway Cost Benefit
This program has an Accelerated Master's Pathway (AMP) for current Loyola undergraduates. Through the AMP, you can lower the cost of a master's degree by earning graduate credits at undergraduate tuition rates (before your undergraduate degree is conferred). Once you graduate with your bachelor’s degree, you will also be eligible for the Returning Rambler Scholarship, offering 25% off graduate tuition.
Tuition and Costs
| Program | Credit Hours | Cost Per Credit Hour | Estimated Tuition and Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Supply Chain Management MS | 36 | $1,840.00 | $66240.00 |
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.
Appointments and Events
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.
Schedule an AppointmentThe Quinlan School of Business offers graduate open houses, information sessions, individual appointments, open Zoom and text sessions, and a multitude of other ways to get to know us better.
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With our visit opportunities, you can tour our beautiful Chicago campuses and learn more about Loyola's ties to one of the most prestigious cities in the world.
Application Process
This program has multiple versions you can apply to. Find specific information about the application process for each option below. Please note that Accelerated Master's Pathways are only for current Loyola undergraduate students.
Application Deadlines
The available start terms and corresponding application deadlines for the Supply Chain Management MS are listed below:
Fall & Spring: Rolling admission
Application Requirements
Application requirements for the Supply Chain Management MS include:
Official transcripts from all institutions attended
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.
Application Deadlines
Loyola students should apply to Accelerated Master's Pathways (AMP) during their junior year. The available start terms and corresponding application deadlines for the Accelerated Master's Pathway: Supply Chain Management MS are listed below:
Fall, Spring, & Summer: Rolling admission
Recommended Deadlines
October 15: For students completing their degree in May
April 15: For students completing their degree in December
Application Requirements
Please note that only current Loyola undergraduates are eligible for AMPs. Application requirements for the Accelerated Master's Pathway: Supply Chain Management MS include:
Official transcripts from all institutions attended
3.2 Minimum GPA
Resume/CV
Prerequisite Course Requirements
Applicants to the Accelerated Master's Pathway: Supply Chain Management MS must have taken ISSCM 491 - Managerial Statistics. However, it can be waived if the student took a similar course during undergraduate studies and passed with a B or a higher grade.
Official Documents
Applicants must submit official transcripts from all institutions attended. Official transcripts are those that are sent directly by the college/university to Loyola University Chicago. Transcripts (with U.S. educational credentials) 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. 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, and unofficial transcripts will not be accepted for international applicants.
Please visit our International Applicant Requirements page for specific information regarding the application process for international students.
Start Your Application
Applying online to the Supply Chain Management MS program is a swift, uncomplicated, and cost-free process. After submission, you can proceed to send and upload any additional requirements.
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