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Master of Supply Chain Management

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Program Overview

The Master of Supply Chain Management (MSCM) is a 10-month, course-based program designed to prepare graduates for leadership in global supply chains.

  • Graduates in business, engineering, or related disciplines
  • Early-career professionals aiming to advance their careers in supply chain management

Learn from Expert Faculty

MSCM students learn from renowned faculty and industry experts from the Lang School and collaborating departments:

  • Cris Bravo Monge, Assistant Professor (Management) – Entrepreneurship, organizational culture, and leadership
  • Mark Holmes, Professor (HFTM) – Foodservice operations, sustainability, and supply chain integration in hospitality
  • Kalinga Jagoda, Professor (Management) – Supply chain management, risk management, accounting, and sustainability
  • Soha Moussa, Associate Professor (Engineering) – Productivity improvement, optimization, quality control, supply chain technologies
  • Sourav Ray, Professor (Management) – Marketing strategy, distribution channels, pricing, and technology in supply chains
  • Davar Rezania, Associate Professor (Management) – Project management, team leadership, sustainable economics, sustainable agriculture
  • Kelsey Taylor, Assistant Professor (HFTM) – Sustainable supply chain management, circular economy, social entrepreneurship
  • Michael Von Massow, Professor (FARE) – Circular supply chains, sustainable operations, bio-inspired design
  • Andreas Boecker, Associate Professor (FARE) – Logistics, distribution, value chain structure, food-related risk management
  • Ruben Burga, Assistant Professor (Management) – Corporate social responsibility, project leadership, responsible management
  • Fantahun M. Defersha, Associate Professor (Engineering) – Automation, engineering optimization, manufacturing systems, scheduling
  • Jamie Gruman, Professor (Management) – Workplace well-being, employee engagement, positive organizational behaviour
  • Louise Hayes, Associate Professor (Management) – Financial reporting, accountability, and controls in supply chains
  • Brent McKenzie, Professor, (Marketing and Consumer Studies) - Marketing, retail quality and management, international business, Dark tourism

Why it matters for you:

  • Learn from leaders in sustainable, digital, and global supply chains
  • Receive mentorship and guidance for capstone projects and career planning
  • Access industry connections and applied insights
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Brent McKenzie

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Brent McKenzie, Professor

Dr. McKenzie is a leading expert on marketing (retail sector) and management (dark tourism; transition economies) theory and practice in the Baltic States of Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania. He has engaged in extensive research fieldwork and conducted numerous academic and industry workshops, presentations, and seminars in the Baltic States, and Central and Eastern Europe. He serves as a regional editor for the "International Journal of Business and Emerging Markets".

Program Timeline

  • Semesters 1 & 2: Core courses in operations, logistics, procurement, and digital supply chain technologies
  • Semester 3: One elective + Advanced Supply Chain Management Capstone (SCM*6800)
    • Team-based simulation (The Fresh Connection)
    • Written reflection analyzing decisions, outcomes, and career applications
  • Personalized academic plan with graduate program coordinator
  • Same access to faculty, resources, and learning opportunities
  • Capstone completed after core courses

Master of Supply Chain Management Courses

  • ENGG6291 Supply Chain Management or FARE6130 Operations Management in the Agri-Food Sector (0.50)
  • BUS*6440 Business Analytics (0.50)
  • MGMT*6420 Project Procurement and Supply Chain Management (0.50)
  • SCM*6040 Digital Supply Chain Technologies (0.50)
  • SCM*6300 Logistics and Transportation (0.50)
  • SCM*6800 Advanced Supply Chain Management (0.50)
  • BUS*6180 Financial and Managerial Accounting (0.50)
  • ENGG*6280 Production Planning and Control (0.50)
  • FARE*6180 Agri-Food Supply and Value Chain Management (0.50)
  • MGMT*6200 Leadership Assessment and Development (0.50)
  • MGMT*6400 Project Management (0.50)
  • Focus on sustainability, green logistics, and circular economy
  • Hands-on projects and industry simulations
  • Integration of digital technologies, analytics, and ERP systems
  • Co-curricular workshops in Lean Six Sigma, Social Procurement, and innovation

Experiential Learning and Capstone

  • Capstone: The Fresh Connection simulation
  • Students work in teams to solve a real-world supply chain challenge
  • Evaluation includes simulation performance + written reflection on decisions and outcomes
  • Experiential learning is embedded across courses with projects designed for industry relevance

Career Outcomes and Industry Opportunities

Graduates are prepared for high-impact roles across multiple industries:

  • Supply Chain Manager
  • Operations Planner / Analyst
  • Procurement Manager
  • Logistics Coordinator
  • Risk & Sustainability Analyst
  • Job openings for supply chain roles exceed qualified candidates through 2031
  • 35% of workers in these roles need education beyond a bachelor’s degree
  • Supply chain expertise is critical for digital transformation, sustainability, and global operations
  • Hands-on learning with simulations and case studies
  • Exposure to advanced analytics, digital tools, and supply chain technologies
  • Guidance from expert faculty and industry partners

Admission Requirements

  • Four-year honours undergraduate degree in business, engineering, or related fields
  • Minimum 70% average in final two years / four semesters
  • Meet University of Guelph English Language Proficiency requirements

Application deadlines for Fall 2026 admission:

  • March 16 -- submission of the online application form for international applications
  • April 16 -- submission of the online application form for domestic applications
  • Positive references confirming aptitude for graduate study
  • Graduate Program Committee recommendation based on statement of purpose

Tuition and Program Fees

Pending Senate Approval.