Professional Master's Program

Master of Supply Chain Management

TWO-YEAR PROFESSIONAL MASTER’S FOR YOUR CAREER NEEDS

The Master of Supply Chain Management is a professional interdisciplinary master’s program that provides students with the skills and competence necessary for managing global supply chains and paves the way for further professional certification in this field. It is one of the most sought-after career advancement tracks, as supply chain management has become an essential component of the success of many businesses, not just globally (Amazon, Alibaba, etc.), but also locally.

Candidates undergo a cohort based, one and a half year program  which covers 9 different subjects each designed with industry needs in mind. An Integrative Industry Project is the capstone of this degree which allows candidates to apply the knowledge gained during the program.  This program is open for both genders. KFUPM Business School is proud to enroll its first cohort starting August 2020.

What our graduates say about the program

  • “Dream big and accomplish.” From the very first day, KBS at KFUPM welcomed us with these words—simple yet powerful enough to echo through every step of our journey, and still echo to this day.
    Mx-SCM is a truly exceptional and unforgettable experience—one that makes the world after unlike the world before.
    Its uniqueness rests on three pillars: the thoughtfully crafted program design that empowers students from diverse backgrounds to step forward with confidence and solid supply chain knowledge; the professors, who combine deep expertise and real-world insights with interactive and long-lasting teaching methods ; and the outstanding alumni, whose professionalism, insights, and perspectives enriched and elevated the entire learning journey.

    Bshayer Abdullah Alharbi
    Senior Critical Stock Planning Specialist, NUPCO
  • I am truly grateful to have returned to KFUPM to pursue the SCM program at KBS, a decision that has been transformational professionally and personally. In a time when organizations need leaders who can connect real-life practice with academic knowledge, this well branded program was the perfect fit to strengthen my skills in global supply chains.
    Balancing work, family, travel, and study was challenging, but the way KFUPM designed the program made it possible through focused schedules, practical projects, and genuine flexibility. What made the journey truly special was the learning environment at KFUPM Business School, rich and up to date topics, humble and highly qualified instructors, guest speakers from industry, diverse of experienced colleagues and the continuous opportunities offered by KBS added value and inspiration throughout the program.
    I will always be proud to be part of the KFUPM community, and I am confident that the knowledge, relationships, and values gained here will continue to guide my decisions and contributions to the supply chain profession for years to come.

    Ahmed A Refaei
    Global S&OP Leader, SABIC

Degree Plan

First Semester

Course Prefix Course Number Course Title LR LB CR
OM 511 Management Science 3 0 3
OM 530 Supply Chain Management 3 0 3
6 0 6

Second Semester

Course Prefix Course Number Course Title LR LB CR
OM 531 Strategic Sourcing and Procurement 3 0 3
OM 514 Supply Chain Inventory Management 3 0 3
6 0 6

Third Semester

Course Prefix Course Number Course Title LR LB CR
ISE 530 Quality Management in Supply Chain Systems 3 0 3
ISE 550 Logistic Management 3 0 3
OM 619 Project 0 0 IP
6 0 6

Fourth Semester

Course Prefix Course Number Course Title LR LB CR
OM 532 ERP in Supply Chains 3 0 3
OM 545 Supply Chain Strategy & Sustainability 3 0 3
OM 619 Project 0 0 6
6 0 12

Master’s Curriculum

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Full-Time Evening Program

Cohort Based

Open To Both Genders

Timing
Requirements
Fees

A 30-credit hour program into three semesters (two full semesters & one summer).

Classes will be held daily from Sundays to Wednesdays, 5:00PM till 9:30PM.

All candidates for the Professional Masters must meet the following requirements for entry:

  • A four-year undergraduate degree in any Business, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics discipline from a recognized and reputable university.
  • A min. Grade-Point Average (GPA) of 2.5/4.0 or equivalent in a four-year Bachelor’s Degree (B.A., BBA, B.S., B.E., etc.) in Business, Management, Science, Engineering, Technology, and Mathematics areas.
  • IELTS score of 6+ or TOEFL score of 70+ or Duolingo score of 105+. Waived for KFUPM graduates and Graduates from English Speaking Countries (USA, Canada, UK, Australia, New Zealand)
  • Two Letters of Recommendation: Enter your recommenders’ names and professional emails in the application. They will receive a link to submit their letters directly.
  • At least one course in college level Math’s
  • At least one course in college level Statistics.
  • A working knowledge of computers as evidenced by at least one course in that area (e.g. data processing, programming, information systems, etc.)
  • Short introductory video, maximum 2 minutes, addressing who you are and why you are applying to this program.
  • Non-refundable processing fee of SR100

The Professional Master’s has different fee structures depending on your status. Please see the following document for more info:

Students must fulfill the requirements to be able to enroll in our MS Program.

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