Overview

The MS Packaging Value Chain program from California Polytechnic State University is the undisputed leader in experiential packaging education and technology, providing the global packaging value chain with premiere talent and applied research. Graduates will develop competencies in substantive packaging and related business insights directly applicable in the workplace, with the goal of providing working professionals opportunities to assume leadership roles and advance their careers.

Key Facts

The term packaging value chain refers to the network of interconnected businesses and their value creation processes, covering all stages of suppliers – from the point of origin of a packaging solution and all tiers of customers out to the point of consumption of the product and the ultimate end-of-life of the packaging. As the power of business customers grows with the increasing technology development, information ubiquity and globalization of markets, delivering customer value is becoming increasingly critical.

From packaging being regarded merely as a logistical or materials issue, there has been a substantial shift in the value-creating logic of the packaging industry.

As a business function, packaging spans the entire range of a packaged goods company’s activities and brings the holistic agenda to the table. In doing so, it becomes the strategic enabler that helps other functions deliver benefits to the consumer. Strategically considered, packaging incorporates procurement, R&D, marketing, sales, sustainability and plays a role in defining margins and profitability.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Packaging Value Chain

Packaging Materials

Advanced Packaging Laws and Regulations

Packaging Value in Logistics and Supply Chain Management

Packaging Design

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-09-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

53 SCH

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

San Luis Obispo, United States

Disciplines

Supply Chain Management & Logistics Business Intelligence View 208 other Masters in Business Intelligence in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.5

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Required

GMAT

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General requirements

You must have completed a four-year college course of study and hold an acceptable baccalaureate.

You must be in good academic standing at the last college or university attended.

You must have attained a grade point average of at least 2.5 in an acceptable earned baccalaureate degree.

You must meet the professional, personal, scholastic, and other standards for graduate study, including qualifying examinations and specific course and/or grade prerequisites, as appropriate campus authorities may prescribe.
In order to complete your application, make sure you have a copy of your transcripts, test scores, household annual income, and social security number (if available). If required for your program, you may also need to upload copies of your unofficial transcript(s), CV/resume, personal statements, names of recommenders, etc

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

22299 USD / year

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Out-of-State

22299 USD / year

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15195 USD / year

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