Overview

Supply chain is an exciting field with new opportunities and challenges for innovative research. The UMSL Supply Chain & Analytics doctoral program prepares students and professionals for the highest level of academic study and scholarship in this field.

The instructional component of the program provides a solid grounding in business, with advanced coursework covering the latest developments in supply chains and analytics.

The Business Administration, Supply Chain and Analytics Emphasis program at University of Missouri–St. Louis benefits from the vibrant industries in the St. Louis region, the strong support from our Advisory Board of business leaders.

Career goals

We welcome both full-time and part-time students whose career goals are to become a teacher and scholar in academia, or a professional and researcher in industry. Ideal candidates should possess a Master’s degree in business administration from an AACSB accredited school, or a related degree such as in engineering.

Having industrial experience is a plus. Applications are also accepted from outstanding students with baccalaureate degrees, though their program of coursework will be longer. Graduate assistantships that include a monthly stipend and a tuition scholarship are available on a merit basis.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Business Analytics

Supply Chain Strategy

Advanced Data Integration

Contemporary Marketing Concepts

Managing People in Organizations

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-03-31 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

62 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Business Administration Supply Chain Management & Logistics Business Intelligence View 8 other PhDs in Business Intelligence in United States

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Objectives Statements: Answer the following 3 questions in a maximum of two pages total.

What are your career objectives in pursuing a Ph.D. in Business Administration, with an emphasis in Supply Chain & Analytics?

Why have you chosen to apply to the University of Missouri-St. Louis for a Ph.D. in Business Administration, with an emphasis in Supply Chain & Analytics?

Describe any previous research that you have done, as well as the kind of research you wish to pursue during your doctoral studies and beyond.

A minimum of two letters of recommendation

Official transcripts from all universities attended. Applicants must have completed at least a baccalaureate degree at the time they begin the program.

Entrance examinations

a. Official scores on the GMAT or GREb. International students are required to document English proficiency by providing scores

Grade Point Average minimum of 3.0 on 4.0 scale.

Current resume or CV

Tuition Fee

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International

25032 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1615 USD per credit during 48 months.
National

25032 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1615 USD per credit during 48 months.
In-State

11919 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 769 USD per credit during 48 months.

Living costs for Saint Louis

1015 - 1530 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Business Administration, Supply Chain and Analytics Emphasis.

Available Scholarships

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