Logistics and Supply Chain Management MSc
Master
In Cranfield
Description
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Type
Master
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Location
Cranfield
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Duration
1 Year
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Start date
September 2024
Apply by 28 March 2024 and you could be eligible for a 5% discount on your tuition fees.
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Our Logistics and Supply Chain Management MSc is a top-ranked supply chain master's course.
It is ranked 2nd in the UK and 11th in the world, in the QS World University Rankings: Masters in Supply Chain Management Rankings 2022. It has been co-designed with senior logistics and supply chain professionals and is delivered by one of Europe's largest specialist logistics and supply chain management faculty.
This logistics postgraduate course provides you with the knowledge and skills in logistics and supply chain management to help you make a significant difference in the global marketplace.
You will gain an in-depth understanding of: supply chain strategy and sustainability; how to analyse and design effective supply chain operations; how to use data models and software to solve problems and inform decisions; the role of warehousing in modern supply chains; procurement strategy; inventory; operations management; accounting; freight transport and project management.
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About this course
Recent graduates with a good undergraduate degree who want a broad understanding of logistics and supply chain management and wish to prepare for a first professional role and future career in the field.
Logistics and supply chain professionals in the early stages of their career looking to enhance their knowledge and skills and move to the next level professionally.
We welcome applications from talented candidates of all backgrounds and each application is considered on its individual merit. Usually candidates must hold either a:
First or a second UK honours degree in a relevant discipline, or
an international qualification of a standard equivalent to a First or sedond UK honours degree
Candidates who do not meet these criteria may be considered if they have a minimum of three years relevant work experience.
Our Logistics and Supply Chain Management MSc is a top-ranked supply chain management MSc. It is ranked 2nd in the UK and 11th in the world by QS World University Rankings: Masters in Supply Chain Management Rankings 2022.
We have one of the largest faculties in Europe, and many of our faculty are regarded as leading experts in this area, combining excellent reputations for teaching with experience drawn from the commercial world.
Our approach to teaching is designed to nurture your practical business skills and confidence, and places huge emphasis on real-world challenges.
You will gain an in-depth understanding of: supply chain strategy and sustainability; how to analyse and design effective supply chain operations; how to use data models and software to solve problems and inform decisions; the role of warehousing in modern supply chains; procurement strategy; inventory; operations management; accounting; freight transport and project management.
You will have the opportunity to attend a study tour and experience a supply chain perspective in a different economic region in Europe.
You will also have the opportunity to participate in other course activities including warehouse visits, hands-on latest software/platforms and simulation games.
You will have the opportunity to study within a truly international environment, with students and academics coming from over 50 countries
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Subjects
- Supply Chain Strategy and Sustainability
- Principles of Strategic Procurement
- Inventory and Operations Management
- Accounting and Finance for Supply Chain Management
- Analytical Techniques for Supply Chain Management
- Freight Transport
- Information Systems and eBusiness
- Physical Network Design
- Project Management Introduction
- Warehousing
Teachers and trainers (1)
Dr Hendrik Reefke
Senior Lecturer & Director
Course programme
The course comprises ten core modules and four elective modules. This enables you to tailor the course to suit your personal career plan. You will have the opportunity to attend a study tour, subject to additional cost. The culmination of the learning process is your opportunity to apply the knowledge and skills you have developed on the programme in an individual thesis project.
Course delivery
Taught modules 60%, individual project 40%
Keeping our courses up-to-date and current requires constant innovation and change. The modules we offer reflect the needs of business and industry and the research interests of our staff. As a result, they may change or be withdrawn due to research developments, legislation changes or for a variety of other reasons. Changes may also be designed to improve the student learning experience or to respond to feedback from students, external examiners, accreditation bodies and industrial advisory panels.
Logistics and Supply Chain Management MSc