Invest in Your Supply Chain Talent

Why Partner with MIT?

The MIT Supply Chain Management Master’s Program (SCM) offers companies a unique opportunity to invest in their workforce while solving strategic challenges. Whether you’re looking to upskill mid-career professionals, enhance retention, or future-proof your supply chain strategy, partnering with MIT can help you achieve real results.

Foster talent that can navigate the most complex supply chain challenges
Improve retention by prioritizing professional development
Experience measurable ROI through applied learning and capstone projects

The talent that MIT produces is best in class. It has an element of data science and technology, but what we’ve found is the students have a very good sense of business because they have previous work experience. Johnson & Johnson has benefited in a number of ways from the relationship.

Pankaj Chopra

Head of Enterprise Business Analytics & Insights, Johnson & Johnson

How It Works

MIT’s Corporate Sponsorship pathway typically follows these key steps:

1. Enroll	Employees begin by enrolling in the MITx MicroMasters® in SCM Program. Courses run year-round with rolling admissions.
2. Get Certified	Participants complete five graduate-level online courses and pass a comprehensive final exam (CFx). This phase typically takes 9–18 months with a part-time commitment.
3. Apply	Certified learners may apply to the Blended Master’s program to complete their degree in a 5-month, on-campus residency.
4. Graduate	Sponsored employees graduate with a Master of Applied Science in Supply Chain Management from MIT.

Companies can also engage with MIT through student capstone collaborations and thought leadership events.

We joined the Supply Chain Exchange to get into the state of the art—and MIT is the best place for that. What’s unique is the ability to compare notes with other companies in a non-competitive setting, which has been incredibly helpful.

Ramsay Key, Director

Forecasting & Planning Technology, Wayfair

We provide some very tough business questions to MIT grad students and professors through our capstone projects. We spend around nine months solving them together, and the solutions are truly helpful for Johnson & Johnson and our business.

Pankaj Chopra

Head of Enterprise Business Analytics & Insights, Johnson & Johnson

This program offers the world class education for someone looking to grow their career in Supply Chain Management. The courses, the instructors, the capstone projects, all felt like a comprehensive and cutting edge experience that wouldn’t be offered anywhere else. MIT was the only option for me as a Supply Chain practitioner.

Ginny Hsiang

Supply Chain Strategy Consultant, Accenture (Sponsored Student, Class of ’25)

At C.H. Robinson, we see three primary benefits from working with the MIT Master’s program: valuable insights, a fresh perspective, and strong validation from a reputable institution like MIT.

Mat Leo, Principal Manager

Research & Market Intelligence, C.H. Robinson

Common Questions

Why should my company invest in our employees’ graduate education with MIT?

Investing in your employees’ supply chain education strengthens your organization by equipping your team with newly acquired skills, strategic thinking, and leadership capabilities. The MIT SCM program is globally recognized for its rigor, industry relevance, and ability to drive measurable business impact. Sponsoring high-potential employees can:

Enhance your company’s ability to manage complex supply chain challenges
Improve retention by offering professional growth opportunities
Create internal champions who apply advanced supply chain insights directly to your business
Expand your organization’s access to MIT’s global research network and supply chain thought leaders

What types of sponsorship or tuition support are common?

Many companies offer tuition reimbursement programs. However, corporate sponsorship goes beyond standard reimbursement and may include:

Full or partial tuition coverage for high-potential employees
Paid leave or flexible scheduling for program participation
Travel or living expense support for in-person residency requirements
A formal agreement for employees to stay with the company post-graduation in return for sponsorship

How does my company benefit from an employee’s participation?

Your sponsored employee will gain advanced, practical supply chain expertise from a leading institution to apply directly to your business. Benefits include:

Immediate ROI: Employees apply new knowledge in real time, bringing fresh solutions to existing challenges
Strategic Capstone Projects: Customized capstone projects, developed in collaboration with MIT faculty, deliver insights tailored to your company’s supply chain
Targeted Learning: Elective courses in areas such as Data Analytics, Sustainability, Digital Transformation, and Leadership that align with your business priorities
Global Perspective & Network: Employees engage with peers, industry leaders, and MIT researchers, bringing back innovative ideas and best practices

Let’s Start the Conversation

Every company is different. Reach out to learn how MIT can support your talent development goals and make the case for sponsorship within your organization.

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