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International Business and Supply Chain Management at Oxford Brookes University - UCAS

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2024 - 2025
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Course summary

Study MSc International Business and Supply Chain Management and take the first step of your international career. You'll develop the knowledge, skills and adaptability to work in a commercial or a not-for-profit organisation. The course specialism enables you to focus on the area of supply chain management and logistics. You'll study how businesses align supply chains and their logistics with their corporate strategy, and gain understanding of key decisions driven from a supply chain perspective. You'll also explore different supply chain operations. Also you'll study the core principles of Business and management to help you to take on a managerial position in an organisation. You'll learn to identify, analyse and assess business related issues. You'll then build the skills and develop key responses to these issues. You'll then be able to then select the appropriate course of action. All these skills are essential for success in the corporate world. You'll graduate ready to be:

  • a supply chain analyst
  • procurement manager
  • logistics specialist
  • or a management consultant.

Modules

Compulsory modules Research Methods Procurement and Supply Chain Management Strategic and Sustainable Logistics Developing Skills for Leadership and Employability The Practice of Business and Management Strategic, Change and Innovation Management Optional modules International Business in Practice: Study Trip Academic English for Postgraduate Studies Academic English for Postgraduate Research Compulsory modules Final Research Project Your final research project module runs over two semesters. You’ll have the opportunity to undertake a substantial independent research project by applying and extending the streams of study, knowledge and practical skills you’ve gained in other modules. You’ll be able to demonstrate a range of skills such as:

  • researching
  • critical thinking
  • project planning
  • problem-solving
  • writing/oral skills.
You’ll be able to choose from different research project options, providing you with the opportunity to explore in detail an area of particular interest or relevance to you. The options currently are Dissertation, Client Project, Integrated Business Research Project, and Business/Concept Development. Optional modules Work placement (compulsory for sandwich mode) This supervised work experience module is part of the two-year sandwich mode for students who join the Programme in September. The module supports and assesses students who are engaging in paid supervised work experience (a placement) in a role relevant to their programme. It provides students with the opportunity to understand first-hand how businesses work and to apply the learning gained from the taught element of their programme within a real working environment. We will provide support to help you find a placement - our team has a database of opportunities and runs events where you can meet potential employers. A placement will provide you with valuable experience, although securing one takes a lot of effort and success is not guaranteed. You would need to cover your own living and travel costs throughout the duration of your placement. Fees will be charged for the placement year in Year 2 and are available on request from [email protected] in May of the year of study.

Assessment method

Your assessment on the course will help you develop your skills and knowledge for your employability. You'll have the support to overcome academic challenges and progress your learning. Your assessment is through:

  • individual essays
  • business reports
  • group presentations
  • oral exams
  • online discussion forums
  • and a written exam.
Most of your assessments will be through individual contribution, but there is also some assessed group work. Inclusivity and diversity is embedded in all assessments throughout the course, Which gives you the opportunity to select the focus of your assignments where appropriate.

Professional bodies

Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.

  • Association of MBAs
  • Chartered Management Institute

How to apply

International applicants

If English is not your first language you will need to satisfy the university's English language requirements: - IELTS minimum level 6.0, (with a minimum of 6.0 in reading and writing, and 5.5 in listening and speaking). - If you have completed your undergraduate degree in the UK (at least one full year of study) you will automatically meet our English language requirements Please also see the University's standard English language requirements.

Entry requirements

A minimum of a second class honours degree (2:2) in any academic discipline, or equivalent overseas degree from a recognised institution or equivalent professional or other qualification. Applicants who possess a diploma rather than a degree may be eligible for entry provided they have compensatory work experience and can demonstrate career development. This course attracts students from a wide range of backgrounds and nationalities. Applications are welcome from those in work and seeking continuing professional development. Entry will also be subject to two satisfactory references (one of these must be an academic reference). If you’re considering submitting an application for this course, but you have more than three years of relevant work experience, why not consider applying for our Oxford Brookes Global MBA (Master of Business Administration) course? Please also see the University's general entry requirements.

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

EU £17650 Year 1
England £11950 Year 1
Northern Ireland £11950 Year 1
Scotland £11950 Year 1
Wales £11950 Year 1
Channel Islands £11950 Year 1
International £17650 Year 1

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

The full-time fees quoted are for the taught Year 1. Fees will be charged for the placement year in Year 2 and are available on request.
International Business and Supply Chain Management at Oxford Brookes University - UCAS