Name: Margaret Keating, Group Vice President of Operations
Company: Hallmark Cards, Inc.

“The Ross MSCM Program appeals to an audience that has a blend of work experience, which is extremely valuable. It attracts individuals who have worked in supply chain management to some degree and want to advance their education, as well as those who have seen what the potential is and want to gain experience in order to begin working in the supply chain field.”

Name: Paul Lokar, Vice President of Manufacturing, Big G Cereals and Snacks
Company: General Mills

“Understanding the interrelationship of all supply chain functions is critical today, as we transition from forecast-driven to demand-driven supply chains. Ross MSCM graduates will come with that understanding. They’ll be prepared to determine capacity requirements and plan production to meet consumer demands.”

Name: Mike Duffy, Executive Vice President, Global Medical Operations
Company: Cardinal Health

“Supply chain professionals are in a unique position. They see how a product is procured and made, how it is ordered and used, and they interact with almost every function in the organization, including customers and suppliers. Because of these diverse experiences, career opportunities for supply chain professionals are limitless.”

Name: Tom Jones, Senior Vice President and General Manager of Supply Chain Solutions
Company: Ryder Systems, Inc.

“The strength of the Ross MSCM Program is that it has the ability to leverage all the other programs within Ross—MBA, MACC, etc.  The fact that the MSCM Program is part of the Ross School gives it an institutionalized advantage. There’s significant momentum behind the program in terms of access to world leaders in supply chain, access to world-renowned academics, good funding, and a great reputation.”

Name: Suresh Krishna, Director and Head: Global Supply Chain and Operations
Company: Kidde R&C (Division of UTC Fire & Security)

“What is unique about the Ross School’s MSCM Program is the focus on action-based learning, which is not common at other schools. The Tauber summer project is such a big element, and I think it really distinguishes this program from others.”

Name: Wayne Krampel, Vice President of Global Product Supply
Company: Bayer Healthcare LLC

“As the globalization of our economies becomes more important, effectively and efficiently moving goods around the world becomes essential. Supply chain executive roles are being elevated, and supply chain professionals are appearing more and more on leadership teams and in business leadership positions as a result of their strong business acumen and global perspective.”

Name: Stuart Pann, Vice President , Sales & Marketing General Manager, Customer Fulfillment, Planning and Logistics
Company: Intel

“Ross students have added significant value to our operations. They are high caliber and fit our culture very well. With the increased importance of Supply Chain Management throughout Intel and the industry, we look forward to hiring students graduating in this important field.”

MSCM
Corporate Advisory Council

The MSCM Corporate Advisory Council is comprised of industry executives who have partnered with the Ross MSCM program in an effort to provide practical and relevant experiences to develop future leaders in the Supply Chain Management Realm.

Arrow Electronics, Inc.

Bayer Healthcare LLC

Booz & Company

Cardinal Health

Cisco

Dell

Eaton Corporation

Federal-Mogul Corporation

General Mills

Grainger

Hallmark Greetings, Inc.

IBM Global Business Services

Intel Corporation

McKinsey & Company

Procter and Gamble

Ryder Supply Chain Solutions

Simmons Bedding Company

Target

United Technologies
Corporation, Kidde R&C Division

Wachovia CIB

Wal-Mart