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.
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.
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 | £18350 | 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 | £18350 | 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
Fees quoted are for the first year only. If you are studying a course that lasts longer than one year, your fees will increase each year.
Provider information
Oxford Brookes University
Gipsy Lane
Headington
Oxford
OX3 0BP