Course summary
Professionally Accredited by the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT), our master’s degree will enhance your knowledge and expertise to innovate supply chain practices, streamline logistics and optimise operations in today’s globalised business world. Our MSc International Supply Chain and Logistics Management at Cardiff Met offers an advanced exploration of supply chain systems across various organisations. Grow your theoretical knowledge of the field to a professional standard for both research and further professional development. You will study contemporary topics in supply chain and logistics management, including sustainability, data analytics, resilience, and ethical practice. This comprehensive approach prepares you for complex decision-making and leadership roles within the supply chain industry. Benefit from the expertise of our research-active academics, whose extensive industry experience in supply chain and logistics management brings classroom learning to life. Possible exit points - MSc/PgD/PgC
Modules
The MSc International Supply Chain and Logistics Management will be awarded on successful completion of 180 credits: 120 credits of compulsory taught modules as well as submission of either a Dissertation (60 credits) or an Action Research Project (60 credits). For the Postgraduate Certificate (PG Cert), students would be expected to complete 60 credits of taught modules (normally 1 Semester). For the Postgraduate Diploma (PG Dip) students would be expected to complete 120 credits of taught modules (normally 2 Semesters). Compulsory modules (20 credits each) Ethical Procurement and Sustainable Supply Chain Management Strategic Operations Management Resilient Supply Chain Leadership Research Methods for Effective Supply Chain Decision Making Supply Chain Analytics and Digital Competence Global Logistics and International Trade Select ONE research module (60 credits each) The research modules enable you to build your analytical and empirical research skills and carry out a substantive piece of independent research. The Action Research Project focusses on a contemporary issue within the Supply Chain Management or Logistics field and the Dissertation allows you to focus on a specialist area of your interest within the discipline. Dissertation Action Research Project
Assessment method
Our MSc International Supply Chain and Logistics Management uses a range of different assessment methods, including written coursework, poster, group presentation projects, portfolio analysis and reports. This approach allows you to demonstrate your competencies in a variety of formats, emphasising practical skills and strategic thinking.
Qualified teacher status (QTS)
To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:
- Course does not award QTS
Entry requirements
The programme is designed for business, management and engineering graduates or professionals working within a related field. Applicants should meet one of the following: • Have an honours degree (2.2 or above) in a management, engineering or business related area appropriate to the programme. • Have an honours degree (2.2 or above) in an alternative discipline area with relevant professional experience. • Have exceptional and extensive work experience in production, engineering, supply chain, operations or logistics management. International Applicants Students whose first language is not English will need to provide evidence of fluency to at least an IELTS 6.5 standard or equivalent. For full details about how to apply and English Language qualifications please visit the International pages on the Cardiff Met website. Selection Procedure: Students are normally selected on the basis of their formal application, curriculum vitae and may be asked to attend an interview.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Republic of Ireland | £11000 | Whole course |
| England | £11000 | Whole course |
| Northern Ireland | £11000 | Whole course |
| Scotland | £11000 | Whole course |
| Wales | £11000 | Whole course |
| EU | £17600 | Whole course |
| International | £17600 | Whole course |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Provider information
Cardiff Metropolitan University
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