MSc Logistics Management

Program Overview

The MSc Logistics Management program at Solent University equips students with the knowledge and skills to excel in logistics, supply chain management, and operations management. The program emphasizes the importance of these areas in the modern business landscape, particularly in the aftermath of the Covid-19 pandemic. Graduates are prepared for careers in various roles, including supply chain solution design analyst, logistics manager, and procurement manager.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The MSc Logistics Management program at Solent University aims to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to excel in key areas of operations management, logistics, and supply chain strategies within a global risk context. The program emphasizes the importance of logistics and supply chain management in the modern business landscape, particularly in the aftermath of the Covid-19 pandemic.

Outline:

Year One

Core Modules:

• Academic Skills and Career Development: This module focuses on developing strong academic, personal, and professional development skills to ensure success in the workplace.
Students will enhance their reflective awareness of their skills, develop a plan for improvement, and strengthen their study skills for master's-level coursework.
• Principles of Supply Chain Management: This module provides a solid foundation in supply chains and their contribution to business success.
Students will explore the role of supply chain management in managing the seamless flow of goods, services, and information from suppliers to end users.
• Research Methods and Final Major Project: This module consists of two parts: Research Methods and Final Major Project.
The Research Methods element develops students' inquiry and management research skills, culminating in a project proposal that serves as the basis for their Final Major Project. The Final Major Project allows students to apply their research and analytical skills to an area of interest within business/management.
• Strategic Leadership and Change: This module combines theory and practice to help students develop and enhance their strategic leadership qualities.
Students will gain a clear understanding of contemporary leadership issues and be supported towards a career in business management, enabling them to apply their knowledge and understanding of business and management to complex, dynamic issues and situations in the workplace.
• Strategic Operations Management: This module explores the role and purpose of strategic operations management within an organization.
Students will examine the major principles of operations management and critically analyze how these are applied in different organizations. They will develop an understanding of the challenges associated with operations management and gain theoretical knowledge of key areas in strategic operations management, with opportunities for practical application to industry examples.

Optional Modules:

• Developing the Project Professional: This module provides knowledge and understanding of project management, a fast-growing profession with skills highly valued by employers.
Students will develop project management skills transferable to various job roles and directly applicable to project management roles.
• Enterprise and Innovation: This module introduces students to the concepts of entrepreneurship, intrapreneurship, business development, and the role of SMEs in the economy.
It aims to develop students' confidence in navigating an ever-changing business environment, recognizing opportunities, and equipping them with the skills and knowledge to start their own businesses. Students will gain theoretical knowledge of key areas in digital innovation and business transformation, as well as the ability to understand new innovations and identify opportunities within businesses.

Assessment:

Assessment formats in the program include presentations, written assignments, exams, reports, projects, vivas, and dissertations.

Teaching:

The program is delivered through a combination of lectures, seminars, workshops, and practical exercises. Students will benefit from the expertise of an experienced course team with a broad range of academic and industry knowledge and experience. The program also offers guided learning activities to widen students' skills and expose them to real-world learning, essential for employment in the business and finance sector.

Careers:

Graduates of the MSc Logistics Management program may pursue careers in various roles, including:

• Supply chain solution design analyst
• Logistics manager/director
• Strategic sourcing manager
• Buyer
• Procurement manager/specialist
• Quality manager
• Production planner
• Purchasing manager

Other:

• The program is eligible for the Postgraduate Master's student loan from Student Finance England, which can cover costs associated with postgraduate studies.
• Solent Business School, which offers the program, is one of only 62 business schools to hold the Small Business Charter.

• UK and Channel Island full-time fees: £9,675 per year
• International full-time fees: £17,065 per year