Global Trade and Supply Chain Management Graduate Certificate
Program Overview
As global interconnectivity increases, organizations need professionals who can manage complex supply chains and navigate international trade regulations. The Global Trade and Supply Chain Management Graduate Certificate from Baylor’s Hankamer School of Business prepares you to optimize operations, reduce risk and improve performance across global markets.
This 12-hour, fully online program equips you with the tools to analyze and improve supply chain processes, manage trade compliance and make strategic decisions in sourcing, logistics and distribution.
You’ll explore topics such as:
- Global sourcing and demand planning
- Supply chain process analysis and optimization
- Import/export regulations and compliance
- Distribution channel and logistics strategy
Gain the skills to lead in roles across manufacturing, logistics, procurement and international business.
Learning Outcomes
- Evaluate the end-to-end components of a supply chain, from procurement of materials to the delivery of a final product to the customer.
- Learn how to effectively manage risk and disruptions while maintaining a sustainable supply chain ecosystem, using a triple-bottom-line framework approach.
- Understand the complexities of both import and export regulatory requirements and how it impacts the global business function.
- Identify improvement opportunities within the supply chain or global trade functions using performance metrics such as KPIs, a balance scorecard, etc.
Career Outcomes
- Project Manager
- Global Logistics Manager
- Supply Chain Consultant
- Purchasing Manager
- Transportation Director
- Logistics Analyst
Earn Digital Recognition
To further enhance your professional profile, Baylor awards a Credly digital badge alongside the graduate certificate. This verified credential can be easily included in your LinkedIn profile, your digital résumé or your email signature - making your skills visible and verifiable to employers and peers.
Courses
In order to earn a Graduate Certificate in Global Trade and Supply Chain Management, students must complete 12 credit hours (four courses).
Take all of the following:
| BL 5345 | Global Trade Compliance Management |
| MGT 5320 | Manufacturing and Service Operations |
| MGT 5345 | Global Supply Chain Strategy |
Plus one of the following:
| BUS 5302 | In Residence: Government, Business, and Societal Impact |
| MGT 5311 | Leading with Integrity |
| MKT 5380 | Crisis Communication Management |
TOTAL: 12 Hours
Interested in continuing your education? Students who complete a graduate certificate can apply their coursework toward a Baylor MBA. Take the next step and explore how your graduate certificate can lead to a full graduate degree.
