Global Supply Chain Management Graduate Certificate
Spring term applications are open until March 1st. Apply Now
Admissions Requirements
Application Requirements for New Students to PSU
- Professional resume
- Unofficial transcripts/mark sheets from any institution where a bachelor's degree was awarded and any institution where graduate-level credits were completed. Upon admission, applicants will be required to provide official transcripts from these institutions. Visit the PSU Admissions website for detailed transcript requirements.
- Contact information for two professional references
- Application essays (3): Essays are your opportunity to tell us who you are beyond your GPAs, test scores and resume. Use this opportunity to provide us with a better understanding of your personal journey, unique background and goals associated with the program
- 250 words maximum per essay question.
- Answers to all three questions are required. Attach one document with responses to all three essay questions. See questions below.
- $67 application fee
Current PSU master's business students will benefit from a streamlined application. If you have questions while applying, please reach out to sbgradadmissions@pdx.edu.
Essay Questions
- Tell us your story. What led you to submit this application to the Global Supply Chain Management Graduate Certificate program at Portland State?
- What are your short-term and long-term career objectives, your past experience in supply chain, and how Portland State's Global Supply Chain Management Graduate Certificate will contribute to those goals?
- A graduate program is a large commitment and investment in your future. The Graduate Certificate in Global Supply Chain Management is mostly asynchronous, has some synchronous components (select courses and group projects), and requires excellent time management. Please describe why you believe you are ready to pursue the rigorous coursework of the Graduate Certificate in Global Supply Chain Management right now and what steps you have taken financially, personally and academically to ensure your success in the program.
AI Usage Policy for Graduate Business Admissions
The admissions team is interested in your authentic voice which reflects your academic, professional, and personal experiences and goals. We engage in a holistic review process when evaluating application materials because we want to understand what has inspired you to commit to the graduate program you're applying to. We also want to learn how your experiences will complement the experiences of other members in the cohort you may join.
Given this context, we encourage applicants to submit work that reflects their own voice and perspective. While there may be appropriate uses for AI, such as outlining ideas or checking grammar, essays must be written in your own words. AI-generated content should not replace your personal writing or storytelling. Submissions that rely heavily on AI-generated content or lack meaningful personal detail may affect the admissions decision.
This policy aligns with the university’s academic integrity standards.
If you have questions about using AI in your application materials, please contact our Recruitment Advising or Admissions Team.
Resources for International Students
This certificate is not designed to keep F-1 students in compliance, but may be paired with a full master's program.
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