MSc Supply Chain Management and Logistics

The team behind this course have also been instrumental in commercial and policy formation of supply chains with European Commission and the UK Government.

Course details

Across international organisations, governments, industries, and services we find supply chains of systems, people, resources, and information that are all vital in keeping the world moving. On our Supply Chain Management and Logistics course you’ll be guided and supported by lecturers with extensive professional experience.

Mode of study: online
Intake: Intakes: September, January, April
Course length: 1 year
Course fee: 9500 per year

Arden University London

Course overview

Now, more than ever, it is vital for businesses across all industries to invest in their supply chains and embrace the latest digital technologies to optimise supply chain operations. As you study this course you’ll develop strategic operations skills that are highly sought after in any sector offering a product or service. Through a blend of core and optional course modules, you’ll get ready to address the challenges created by today’s competitive, omni-channel supply chain environment and learn how to develop an agile, customer responsive, and profitable supply chain.

Benefits

Active collaborative learning
Face-to-face discussion
Outstanding student support
Learn from experienced tutors
Make full use of facilities
Access support
Careers advice

Entry requirements

To be eligible for this MSc in Supply Chain Management and Logistics course at Arden University, you must normally have:

A UK Honours Degree at a minimum of second class (2:2) or equivalent. Some of our students decide to join us straight after they complete their undergraduate students.
Or, for those joining us after time in the workplace, we recommend that they have five years of experience as a manager of people or projects.

Careers

So whether you want to join or continue working for an already established business, start your own company, or become a consultant, the course will give you everything you need to explore multiple career paths. Some roles you may want to consider after graduation include:

Supply chain solution design analyst
Supply chain IT & cyber specialist
Logistics manager/director
Strategic sourcing manager
Buyer
Procurement manager/specialist
Commodities manager
Quality manager
Production planner
Purchasing manager

Modules

For any business looking to make their supply chain more efficient, taking advantage of the latest developments in digitised systems and functions is crucial. Our CILT and CIPS accredited MSc Supply Chain Management and Logistics will engage and inspire you through course modules that have been devised by our faculty of experienced supply chain practitioners to give your studies a ‘real world’ focus.

modules

Designing Global Distribution Networks and Fulfilment Systems (20 credits)
Designing Sustainable Supply Chain Strategies (20 credits)
Introduction to Supply Chain Management (20 credits)
Managing the Digital Supply Chain (20 credits)
Principles of Procurement (20 credits)
Business Transformation Projects (60 credits)

optional modules

Analysing Big Data (20 credits)
Management of Traditional Projects (20 credits)
Developing People, Leadership and Capabilities (20 credits)
Managing Cloud Based Business Solutions (20 credits)

Year Three

Project Management (20 credits)
Employment Law (20 credits)
International Business Management (20 credits)
International Commercial Law (20 credits)
Entrepreneurship and Innovation (20 credits)
Independent Study (20 credits)