Michigan State University Ranked #1 for Supply Chain Management Program by U.S. News & World Report

TAMPA, Fla., Sept. 27, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Michigan State University's (MSU) undergraduate Supply Chain Management (SCM) program is ranked #1 by U.S. News & World Report for the second year in a row, recognizing the world-renowned faculty and quality of instruction behind this top-ranked MSU undergraduate program. The Supply Chain Management graduate program was ranked #2 by U.S. News in March.

"We are extremely proud of our U.S. News & World Report #1 and #2 rankings," said Dr. David J. Closs, John H. McConnell Chaired Professor of Business Administration and Chair of the Department of Supply Chain Management. "Topping the U.S. News list is a testament to our faculty's hard work and dedication to leading the world in supply chain education."

In an effort to expand student access to world-class, cutting-edge SCM education, MSU has partnered with University Alliance to offer non-degree Master and Advanced Master Certificates designed for busy working professionals 100% online. Students in the program learn online from the same award-winning faculty that teach on MSU's campus with the added convenience of video-based e-learning.

MSU offers several Master Certificates, including Master Certificates in Logistics, Operations, Procurement or Integrated Supply Chain Management, plus an Advanced Master Certificate in Integrated Supply Chain Management.

Professionals everywhere now have the opportunity to develop the advanced supply chain knowledge and management skills needed in today's global marketplace. Individuals striving to master the latest technologies, strategies and best practices can choose from five different certificate options to customize their education focusing on logistics, operations, procurement or integrated supply chain management.

MSU also recently announced a new Master Certificate in Strategic Organizational Leadership & Management, and a Management Certificate in the Business of Hospitality. Each program is presented 100% online by the Broad College of Business in partnership with University Alliance.

To learn more about Michigan State's Advanced Master and Master Certificates in Supply Chain Management, visit http://www.michiganstateuniversityonline.com/online-certificates/supply-chain-management.aspx.

About Michigan State University
Michigan State University has been working to advance the common good in uncommon ways for more than 150 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU focuses its vast resources on creating solutions to some of the world's most pressing challenges, while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.

About University Alliance
The University Alliance (UA) facilitates the promotion and online delivery of associate's, bachelor's and master's degrees as well as professional certificate programs from the nation's leading traditional universities and institutions. Powered by UA's technology and support services, its university partners have surpassed 450,000 online enrollments – making UA the largest facilitator of e-learning in the country.

Contact Information:
Sandy Levine, VP of Marketing Services
Bisk Education/University Alliance Online
9417 Princess Palm Avenue, Tampa, Florida 33619
813-621-6200

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SOURCE University Alliance

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