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Program Overview
In order for a business to get a product in customers’ hands, it needs people to specialize in product manufacturing, inventory and the logistics of moving that product along the supply chain. The Supply Chain Assistant technical diploma gives you the skills you need for employment in this growing career field.
Get the Skills
As a student in the Supply Chain Assistant program at Madison College, you will learn the technical skills to analyze, maintain and trouble shoot the materials, machines and processes involved in the fundamentals of the supply chain. Courses cover business communication, finance, scheduling and supply chain technologies. You’ll develop working knowledge of:
- Supply chain function
- Quality systems and approaches
- Logistics interfaces and activities
- Scheduling and related technologies
- Inventory management
Flexible Course Offerings
Supply Chain Assistant technical diploma classes are offered at the Madison College Truax campus.
While some classes are held in person, this program can be completed 100% online, perfect for working professionals.
Get Certified
While not necessary for employment, globally recognized certifications demonstrate your supply chain expertise in logistics, inventory and operations. They also make you stand out to employers.
This program prepares you to take the Certified in Planning and Inventory Management (CPIM) certification exam from the Association for Supply Chain Management (ASCM).
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Curriculum and Experience
Prospective program students, the information below reflects the basic requirements for students admitted for the 2026-2027 academic year. To learn more about Madison College, visit us.
Current and newly admitted program students, go directly to your Degree Progress Report to view:
- Progress toward your specific requirements
- Alternative (in lieu of) courses to meet specific requirements
If you have questions after reviewing your degree progress report (advisement report), please see Advising Services.
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Admission
To Apply
Earning a degree is a great way to advance your career development opportunities, so apply today!
If you are an international student and want to apply to Madison College, or transfer your F-1 student visa here, check program availability and then complete the International Admission Process.
Note: It is recommended to only apply for a semester that has already started if you are currently enrolled in classes, or you have verified that classes are still available for that semester.
Application Dates
Spring 2026
- Application open
- Application completion deadline is April 15, 2026
Summer 2026
- Application open
- Application completion deadline is July 15, 2026
Fall 2026
- Application open
- Application completion deadline is November 15, 2026
Spring 2027
- Application open
- Application completion deadline is April 15, 2027
Admission Requirements
All materials must be submitted by the application deadline.
1. Admission Application
The online application allows you to save your work as you complete it and ensures fast, secure delivery to our office.
2. Education Completion
Submit official transcripts from the institutions you attended that indicate one of the following:
- High school completion (current high school seniors may submit an in-progress transcript)
- GED/HSED completion
- College transcript or Madison College experience showing:
- Completion of an associate degree or higher, or
- At least 30 credits completed with a minimum GPA of 2.0 on a 4-point scale
- The credits must be completed at a single college and cannot be combined with other transcripts
- Any transfer credit listed on a transcript does not count toward the 30-credit minimum
- Credits completed at Madison College are evaluated and do not require a transcript
All high school and/or college transcripts are recommended to be submitted for Credit for Prior Learning evaluation.
Additional Notes
Individual courses may have prerequisites to enroll. Admission into a certificate or waiting list does not guarantee eligibility to enroll in courses. See the Curriculum section for the list of courses for the certificate.
After Acceptance
Once you are admitted into your program, review the Start of Semester Checklist to prepare for your first day of classes at Madison College.
Questions?
Contact the Enrollment Center at EnrollmentServices@madisoncollege.edu or 608.246.6210.
Get Started!
Apply to Madison College and take the first step towards your Supply Chain Assistant career.
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Career Outcomes
Although graduates of the technical diploma find work in one area of the supply chain, the knowledge gained through the program allows them to move into the other areas if demand or interest changes.
After completing the Supply Chain Assistant technical diploma, you will be ready for a range of professional positions including:
- Inventory Control Specialist
- Claims Analyst
- Logistics Technician
- Shipping and Receiving Specialist
- Expeditor
With additional education and/or work experience, graduates may find employment as:
- Account Manager
- Logistics Manager
- Purchasing Manager
- Operations Manager
- Production and Inventory Control Manager
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Graduate Summary
Graduate Report Summary Overview
2025 Number of Program Graduates 3 Number of Surveys Sent 3 Number of Surveys Returned 3 Percent of Surveys Returned Available for Employment 1 Percent Available for Employment 33.3% Not in Labor Market Percent Not in Labor Market 66.7% Available for Employment
2025 Graduates Employed 1 Percent of Graduates Employed 100.0% Employed in Related Occupation 0 Percent Employed in Related Occupation 0.0% Employed in Unrelated Occupation 1 Percent Employed in Unrelated Occupation 100.0% Employed - No Response 0 Percent Employed - No Response 0.0% Seeking Employment 0 Percent Seeking Employment 0.0% Reaction To Training at Madison College
2025 Student satisfaction Mean (Out of 4) 3.5 Number of Satisfaction Responses 2 Very Satisfied (4) 1 Percent Very Satisfied 50.0% Satisfied (3) 1 Percent Satisfied 50.0% Unsatisfied (2) 0 Percent Unsatisfied 0.0% Very Unsatisfied (1) Percent Very Unsatisfied 0.0% Primary Reason for Attending Madison College
2025 Number of Primary Reason Responses 3 Preparation for Getting a Job Percent Preparation for Getting a Job Career Change Percent Career Change Improvement of Existing Skills Percent Improvement of Existing Skills Preparation for Further Education Percent Preparation for Further Education Personal Interest Percent Personal Interest Other Percent Other 0.0% When Employment was Obtained
2025 Number of When Employment Obtained Responses 1 Before Enrollment 1 Percent Before Enrollment 100.0% While Attending the College 0 Percent While Attending the College 0.0% After Training at the College 0 Percent After Training at the College 0.0% Location of Employment (related and unrelated)
2025 Number of Employment Location Responses 1 In College District 1 Percent In College District 100.0% In Wisconsin, Not in District 0 Percent of In Wisconsin 0.0% Outside of Wisconsin 0 Percent Outside Wisconsin 0.0% Employer Location Unknown 0 Percent Location Unknown 0.0% Salary Trend 2025 Full Time Employment (Related Job) Full Time Salary Count Average Monthly Wage Average Hourly Wage Average Work Hours per Week Part Time Employment (Related Job) Part Time Salary Count Average Hourly Wage Average Work Hours per Week