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Program Overview
The Supply Chain Assistant Technical Diploma will prepare you for opportunities in supply chain including working knowledge of the supply chain function, quality systems and approaches, logistics interfaces and activities, scheduling and related technologies, and inventory management.
Why Madison College?
- Learn from instructors with real-world supply chain and business experience.
- Earn credit for prior learning through transfer credits, certifications, challenge exams, and experiential credit.
- Once you earn your Supply Chain Assistant Technical Diploma, students interested in the associate degree can can continue at Madison College, transferring already-earned credits into the 2-year Supply Chain Management program.
This program prepares you to take the Certified Inventory Production Management (CPIM) exam. By passing the exam, you earn a globally recognized certification indicating you have met the competencies needed to successfully work across all functions of the supply chain and will set you apart from other candidates in the job market.
Program Details
Students in Madison College's Supply Chain Assistant program can attend full or part time.
Careers
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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Curriculum and Experience
Prospective program students, the information below reflects the basic requirements for students admitted for the 2025-2026 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
Fall 2025
- Application open
- Application completion deadline is November 15, 2025
Spring 2026
- Application open
- Application completion deadline is April 15, 2026
Summer 2026
- Application available on September 15, 2025
- Application completion deadline is July 15, 2026
Fall 2026
- Application available on September 15, 2025
- Application completion deadline is November 15, 2026
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
After completing the Supply Chain Assistant program at Madison College, you will be able to:
- Analyze logistic interfaces and activities in supply chain
- Evaluate demand management techniques and customer service policies
