Supply Chain Management MSc (PGCert PGDip)

Program Overview

The MSc Supply Chain Management program provides a comprehensive understanding of contemporary supply chain operations, emphasizing sustainability and digitalization. Accredited by CIPS & CILT, it equips graduates with in-depth knowledge and skills in logistics, analytics, and strategic purchasing. The program offers an optional paid placement, industry visits, and hands-on experience with SAP technology, preparing students for successful careers in the logistics and supply chain sector.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

MSc Supply Chain Management (PGCert PGDip)

This Master's program, accredited by CIPS & CILT, provides a comprehensive understanding of contemporary post-COVID supply chain operations and how businesses adapt to the changing landscape.

Program Objectives:

• Equip graduates with in-depth knowledge of digital supply chain, international logistics, operations management, supply chain analytics, enterprise systems, and strategic purchasing.
• Emphasize sustainability in managing supply chains in the post-pandemic world and in response to political shifts.
• Provide an optional paid year-long placement in industry for full-time students, enhancing real-world experience and personal networks.
• Develop graduates into future logistics and supply chain experts, equipped to excel in this sector.

Structure:

The MSc Supply Chain Management program utilizes a research-strong academic team and industry experts to deliver curriculum encompassing recent developments. This ensures you gain specialist knowledge and skills relevant to current industry needs.

Duration:

• Full-time: 1 year / 2 years with placement
• Part-time: 2 years

Curriculum:

The program encompasses various aspects of logistics and supply chain management, equipping you with essential business skills in financial analysis. In term 3, tailor your studies through a final project or work placement.

Teaching & Learning:

• The program adopts industry-relevant case studies and company visits, offering direct insights from real-world professionals who face current logistics and distribution challenges.
• You gain practical experience, essential for achieving chartered membership through CIPS and CILT.
• Optional paid six-month work placement contributes towards CMILT and MCIPS chartered status.
• SAP University Alliances program provides hands-on experience utilizing key SAP technology, enhancing employability.

Assessment:

• The specific assessment methods employed will vary depending on the modules selected:
• Some modules may use traditional exams to assess factual knowledge and problem-solving abilities.
• Other modules may incorporate coursework such as essays, reports, or presentations to measure understanding and demonstrate analytical skills.
• Group projects may also be utilized in certain modules to assess collaborative teamwork and communication skills.
• Feedback on assessments can typically take the form of detailed written comments and may also involve individual feedback sessions with professors.

Outline:

Semester 1:

• Supply Chain Analytics (examines data analysis techniques for optimizing supply chains)
• Global Supply Chain and Finance (explores financial strategies within global supply chains)
• Operations Management (teaches effective management of business processes and resources)
• Procurement (delves into the process of acquiring goods and services effectively)

Semester 2:

• Information Systems for Supply Chain Management (introduces essential software and IT systems used in supply chain management)
• Supply Chain Management (deepens understanding of complex processes within various organization types)
• Research Methods for Master's Degrees (equips students with essential research tools and techniques for the final dissertation project)
• Supply Chain Management Project OR Work Placement Report (students choose either to conduct and report on an in-depth research project or complete a professional report based on their work placement experience)

Teaching:

• The program features lectures, seminars, industry visits, tutorials, and group work, providing diverse learning experiences that cater to different educational styles.
• Experienced faculty members with strong academic and industry backgrounds deliver the lectures and seminars, ensuring knowledge is current and relevant to real-world challenges.
• Students work closely with their peers via group projects, developing communication and collaboration skills while applying learned theories to practical scenarios.
• Industry visits provide direct exposure to companies dealing with real-world situations, allowing students to connect the material with practical realities.

Other:

• The degree emphasizes sustainability practices within modern supply chain management, equipping graduates with the skills and knowledge to navigate this increasingly important facet of the industry.
• Students have ample opportunities to develop critical workplace-applicable skills, including critical thinking, problem-solving, communication, and teamwork, through various coursework and projects.
• The program prepares graduates for diverse opportunities beyond logistics and supply chain management, offering transferable skills relevant to multiple industries and sectors.

Course fees Course fees UK (full-time) 10,500 GBP International (full-time) 15,900 GBP Placement year Home 1,500 GBP International 2,280 GBP