COURSE CURRICULUM

The Master of Science in Management Science and Supply Chain Management (MS-MSSCM) at Wichita State University is designed to offer flexible pathways for students who wish to broaden their expertise by combining it with the Master of Business Administration (MBA), particularly through a structured dual-degree arrangement. A key feature of the program is the ability to “double count” up to 12 credit hours (equivalent to four graduate courses) between the MS-MSSCM and MBA programs, allowing students to efficiently complete both degrees within a reduced timeframe while still meeting the academic rigor of each program. However, this overlap is carefully regulated, as students must complete one degree before any shared coursework can be applied toward the second program, ensuring academic integrity and proper progression. This structure is especially beneficial for students aiming to integrate advanced supply chain analytics and operational strategy from the MS program with broader leadership, finance, marketing, and organizational management skills offered through the MBA. The combined pathway prepares graduates for high-level managerial roles where both technical supply chain expertise and general business leadership capabilities are essential. In addition to coursework requirements, the MBA component includes a strong applied learning requirement, ensuring students gain practical, real-world experience before graduation. This requirement is fulfilled through core courses such as MKT 803 or MGMT 803 and MIS 874, which are designed around project-based learning experiences that simulate real business challenges in marketing analysis, management decision-making, and information systems. These applied courses allow students to develop problem-solving skills, teamwork capabilities, and strategic thinking by working on business cases and data-driven projects. Overall, the MS-MSSCM and MBA integration at Wichita State University reflects a modern approach to graduate education that emphasizes interdisciplinary learning, applied experience, and career flexibility, preparing students for leadership positions in supply chain management, consulting, operations strategy, and corporate decision-making in increasingly complex global business environments.