Michigan State is Number One

https://www.michiganstateuniversityonline.com/news/supply-chain/supply-chain-management-beyond-the-horizon-apics/#.WeYOLkyZO9Y

Michigan State University has been known for having one of the top programs for supply chain. This was very interesting to hear so I did some further research. I found a video posted by Michigan State which can be found here. The video showed a handful of people who voice their opinions on the program at Michigan State. One girl chose to study supply chain at MSU because she knew that it was highly ranked and would be respected by companies. Besides my dad, that is also one reason why I chose to study supply chain. Companies are constantly looking for people in supply chain; they will look more closely at MSU graduates because they know that the student went through the number one program in the country. What the students learn in the classroom at MSU is meant to directly relate to their everyday lives and future jobs in supply chain.

I also found a helpful article about Michigan State's supply chain program, here. It is made clear that MSU makes their students ready for a job when they are right out of college. Penn State also has a noteworthy supply chain program. They have always been close in the ranking to Michigan State. Throughout the years Michigan State has been placed either second or first on the rankings. The article explains it by saying, "Using a simple scoring rule that awarded three points for a top selection, two points for a second place selection and one point for third, MSU racked up 1,149 total points. Penn State scored 736." As you see, MSU is far above one of the other top supply chain programs. They are also known for being number one at the manager and Vice President level for future companies.

Knowing that the program for supply chain at MSU is highly respected is very comforting. It will not be an easy path to graduate in supply chain, but it will be well worth it. Companies will see that I went through the number one program and they will give me a chance. Once I get the chance, I will be able to move up in the company and prove to them they made the right choice! It is very exciting to be studying supply chain at the number one program in the country. For the next four years I hope it stays that way, and I hope to contribute to it.

-Jarrod Lincoln