Events | Supply Chain Forum | November 10-12, 2026
Global Supply Chain
Institute
A hub for supply chain thought leadership and talent development, the Global Supply Chain Institute powers a global network of supply chain professionals, corporate partners, students and academics.
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT ONLINE
Build the expertise to lead what’s next.
Develop practical, strategic supply chain expertise you can apply immediately to real business challenges—and use to create value across your organization.
SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT LEADERSHIP ACADEMY
Lead across the supply chain ecosystem.
Gain the leadership perspective, business acumen, and supply chain expertise to make better decisions, strengthen alignment, and drive impact.
#1
Graduate supply chain program in the U.S.
(Gartner, 2024)
#1
Empirical supply chain research globally
(SCM Journal List, 2026)
#3
Custom executive education for U.S. publics
(Financial Times, 2026)
ENGAGE WITH THE
GLOBAL SUPPLY CHAIN INSTITUTE
CORPORATE PARTNERS
Connect your organization to the talent, insight, and relationships that move supply chains forward.
- Partner on applied research and industry challenges
- Develop talent through recruiting and leadership programs
- Access supply chain insights, white papers, and thought leadership
- Build relationships with faculty, students, and industry leaders
SUPPLY CHAIN PROFESSIONALS
Learn from practitioners, scholars, and peers who are shaping what comes next in supply chain management.
- Explore timely research and practitioner insight
- Participate in forums, events, and executive conversations
- Expand your network across the supply chain ecosystem
- Share expertise and contribute to the field’s future
EMERGING LEADERS
Build the knowledge, relationships, and leadership perspective to navigate what’s next.
- Strengthen your supply chain and business expertise
- Learn from experienced practitioners and thought leaders
- Connect with peers, mentors, and industry leaders
- Prepare for greater responsibility and career impact
STUDENT & TALENT PATHWAYS
Develop the skills, experience, and connections to build a meaningful career in supply chain management.
- Explore undergraduate, graduate, and executive education pathways
- Apply classroom learning to real-world supply chain challenges
- Connect with employers, alumni, faculty, and industry professionals
- Discover opportunities to learn, contribute, and lead
GLOBAL SUPPLY CHAIN INSTITUTE
Fall 2026 Supply Chain Forum
Join us in Knoxville, Tennessee, on November 10–12 for three more days of learning, networking, and recruiting. The forum is attended twice yearly by hundreds of professionals from more than 75 partner companies. It features presentations and panels with industry leaders and top scholars and offers the opportunity to meet the best supply chain talent in North America.
GLOBAL SUPPLY CHAIN INSTITUTE
Virtual SCM Academies
Summer-Fall 2026
Apply to GSCI’s customized short courses for managers, directors, and other high-potential employees and take one step toward becoming a supply chain leader.
Our flagship course, the 14-week SCM Leadership Academy, starts on August 7. Three 8-week courses—the SCM Finance Academy, SCM Future-Ready Procurement Academy, and the inaugural SCM Technology Academy—are also being offered from September–November 2026.
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Bridging Academia and Industry
The Global Supply Chain Institute connects leading scholars and industry partners through the Advanced Supply Chain Collaborative, a forum where real‑world challenges shape meaningful research. Together, they produce high‑level white papers that translate rigorous analysis into practical insight—advancing the discipline while helping organizations navigate today’s most complex issues.
Recent papers have focused on integrative returns management, labor force challenges to reshoring manufacturing, unlocking the potential of young talent, and leading practices in planning and procurement.
“Supply chain expertise has become a foundational element for successful C-suite leaders. The results-oriented culture, leading faculty, and awe-inspiring network of industry partners are what drew me to UT Knoxville, and GSCI has further elevated that experience, creating the go-to place for those wanting to define the future of business.”
Dave Clark
Founder & CEO
Auger
“GSCI gives us access to perspectives from dozens of companies. Think about how long it would take me to gather those insights myself. Through this partnership, I can get that external perspective much more effectively.”
Doug Gray
VP of Integrated Supply Chain
Trane Technologies
“Being a part of GSCI offers a unique opportunity for direct, collaborative access to top leaders across leading organizations. We’re creating a powerful link between emerging talent, industry thought leaders, and the companies confronting tomorrow’s problems to drive real innovation in the supply chain.”
Todd Steffen
Partner & Market Leader
KBC Advisors
GLOBAL SUPPLY CHAIN INSTITUTE
History
Formed in 2011, the Global Supply Chain Institute was developed to broaden and deepen UT’s relationships with industry and academia. Today, GSCI is a hub for global supply chain management insights, innovation, and industry best practices. With our network of executives, scholars, and practitioners, we continue to shape and inform the future of the field.
GLOBAL SUPPLY CHAIN INSTITUTE
Vision
The Global Supply Chain Institute shapes and influences the practice of supply chain management by serving as the preeminent global hub for leading practitioners, academics, and students to learn, network, and connect. GSCI’s goal is to provide partners and students a competitive advantage by enhancing their knowledge and understanding of how the supply chain is evolving at home and abroad.
Learn More About GSCI
Find the resources you need to shape the future of supply chain management. Connect with GSCI to learn how we can support your individual and organizational needs through our networking, applied research, talent development, or academic programs.