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Global Operations and Supply Chain Management at University of Derby - UCAS

University of Derby

Degree level: Postgraduate

Global Operations and Supply Chain Management (Taught)

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2024 - 20252025 - 2026
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Course summary

With its strong focus on organisational improvement, MSc Global Operations and Supply Chain Management is an excellent choice for either experienced or aspiring supply chain managers who are seeking a highly applied postgraduate programme.

  • Become a student member of the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) and gain exemptions from the academic requirements for Chartered Membership (CMILT) of the CILT (UK)
  • Build high-level strategic awareness of the entire supply chain
  • Undertake practical problem-solving to boost your company’s efficiency, performance and profitability
  • Specialise in areas such as purchasing and supply, warehousing, transport and logistics
  • Be inspired by our industry-experienced academic team and our influential business contacts - in a city at the heart of a major logistics network
  • Learn how latest technology - from RFID to enterprise management systems can be harnessed for the benefit of your organisation
  • Enhance your career progression prospects and professional standing in a fast-growing global industry
The hallmark of our MSc Global Operations and Supply Chain Management is its emphasis on helping organisations to improve their efficiency and performance. We will equip you with the skills, knowledge and insights to deliver such improvements through more effective supply chain design and management. Keeping the wheels of business turning Smooth movement of the supply chain is pivotal to business efficiency. On this dynamic applied programme, you'll gain an in-depth understanding of the systems, processes and modelling techniques which drive innovation and competitiveness. Drawing on supply chain and logistics scenarios from your own and other organisations, you'll build the skills to pinpoint inefficiencies, plot strategies for improvement and ensure optimum supply chain performance. You'll be challenged intellectually but will also experience the practicalities of the business, applying the latest theory to real-world problems. The course also gives you the chance to focus on a particular area - such as procurement or warehousing and distribution - to match your personal interests and career ambitions. Vital industry insights Case studies, business consultancy projects, guest speakers and company visits to employers such as CEVA and Boots will help you learn more about supply chain operations in close up. Our teaching team has significant industry experience and an excellent network of contacts, so you'll be introduced to some of the key players in the field. We host many events to connect you with the regional, national and international business community. One highlight of the calendar is our Logistics Week, which brings together some of the giants from the sector and professional bodies to showcase latest developments and technologies. The event attracts representatives from industry leaders such as DHL, Boots, Toyota, Norbert Dentressangle, Thorntons, CEVA Logistics and Kuehne + Nagel. Our 2016 Logistics Week featured a guest lecture by Dr Pete Waterman, famed not only for his role as a producer-songwriter but also for his work to champion the rail industry.

Modules

Modules include: global strategic supply chain management; improving supply chain and logistics operations; storage and warehousing; international purchasing contexts in a digital age; enterprise systems management and digitalisation; supply chain analytics and systems modelling; sustainable transportation and freight logistics; international procurement and inventory management; business impact study; independent study.

Assessment method

Assessment methods vary according to the module. Coursework assessment may include essays, management reports, exams, presentations and group work. As this is an applied programme and our focus is on preparing you for career success, assessment by examination is very much the exception.

Entry requirements

You will normally hold: a bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline at 2:2 level or above, or an international or professional programme equivalent (eg CIPS or CILT level 6) qualification. Applicants with a lower classification qualification may still be considered for entry to the programme if you can demonstrate a relevant level of work experience and/or knowledge to work at the required level.

Fees and funding

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Global Operations and Supply Chain Management at University of Derby - UCAS