MSc Global Supply Chain Management
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time – typically 12 months
At a glance
Study a course that gives you the skills and experience to work in international corporations managing supply chains, logistics, procurement and distribution. You gain knowledge, tools and techniques to manage, evaluate and improve the supply chain processes of business in order to build and maintain its competitiveness in global markets.
• Learn how to confront the challenges of the new era of manager.
• Meet the experts and recruiters in the field of global supply chain management.
• Work as a group on a consultancy project for a real life company in the area.
About this course
This course is for anyone with a first degree in business or significant business experience who wants to develop their knowledge and competences in the field of operations, supply chains and logistics management in global markets.
You study contemporary theory and practice of supply chain and operations management, such as demand forecasting and supply planning, operations strategies, inventory control, logistics operations and sustainability. You also gain the knowledge to manage the flows within global supply chains such as designing a global supply chain network and the development of a relationship with overseas partners.
The course enables you to
• gain specialist skills to manage inventories, source and procure supplies, specify freight services and locate and manage distribution centres
• co-ordinate the activities and flows of information between suppliers, manufacturers, logistics service providers, retailers and consumers
As part of the course you gain general business skills, such as numerical, analytical and presentational skills, cross-culture communication skills and how to develop yourself as a manager and leader in a global context.
We use a variety of learning and teaching methods to develop your knowledge, understanding and skills. They include • formal lectures • seminars • workshops • problem solving exercises • case studies • individual and group presentations • directed learning activities.
You discuss the practices involved in managing global supply chains with experts from the industry, for example, UK Trade and Investment. You have the opportunity to work as a group on a consultancy project for a real life company. Companies we have worked with include the BBC Worldwide, Ilkley Brewery as well as local firms including Sportworks Logistics Ltd, Wheatley and Hall and Forgemasters.
Associated careers
Our graduates work as general managers in supply chains or managers in areas like procurement, operations and distribution. They work in a range of industries, such as retailing and manufacturing for companies like • Wal-Mart • Toyota • Apple • Zara • H&M.
Course content
Core modules
Foundations in supply chain management
This module equips you with a strong background in the fundamental principles of supply chain management, for example, supply chain strategy and planning, procurement, inventory and production strategies. It deals with structural, procedural and managerial issues, which relate to capacity, size and location of supply chain activity.
E-supply chain management
This module explores the complex relationship between technology and supply chain management enabling participants to manage their delivery in an innovative way within increasingly global markets.
Global business strategy
This module promotes a critical understanding of the development of global enterprises and strategies available to firms to manage and control their operations against the background of a dynamic global business environment.
Global distribution
This module teaches you how to distribute products to foreign markets. It covers such issues as global distribution strategies, the structure of international distribution networks and export operations.
Global logistics
This module provides the you with a critical understanding of the role global logistics plays in global supply chain management. It covers the practical implications of delivering and receiving shipments across national borders.
Global sourcing
This module provides a strong background in the fundamental principles of sourcing goods and services across geopolitical boundaries.
International consultancy project
This module provides you with an opportunity to develop your consultancy skills and apply the knowledge, tools and techniques acquired throughout the programme in a real life situation.
Research methods
This module provides you with a wide range of methods to conduct your research.
Dissertation
The module allows you to develop a deeper insight in a chosen area of study within the field of the global supply chain management.
Options
Business process management
This module enables you to contribute to an organisation's business by understanding and working with the organisation's underlying business processes including their interlinking to the business model and IT governance framework.
Relationship marketing
The module promotes a critical understanding of the application of relationship marketing in different types of organisations and markets.
International enterprise and innovation
This module focuses on the nature of enterprise and innovation; the successes and the failures. It considers the practical aspects of bringing ideas and innovations into the international business arena.
Assessment
Assessment includes • individual assignments • group presentations
Entry requirements
You normally need one of the following
• a good bachelors degree from an approved degree awarding body, university or college, in a business-related field
• professional qualification(s) by examination, recognised as being the equivalent of a bachelors degree in a business-related field with additional evidence to justify the equivalence of the qualification
• a specified diploma in a business-related field that, on satisfactory completion, allows you to follow a course of study for a masters degree
Overseas applicants from countries whose first language is not English must normally produce evidence of competence in English. An IELTS score of 6.0 with 5.5 in all skills (or equivalent) is the standard for non-native speakers of English. If your English language skill is currently below this level we recommend you consider a Sheffield Hallam University Pre-sessional English course.
If you do not meet these criteria you can apply for the Graduate Diploma in Business and English. This is a pre-masters course that gives you the opportunity to improve your English language skills and business knowledge. After passing this diploma we automatically offer you a place on one of the masters degrees offered by Business and Finance.
Fees
Home and EU students
2013/14 academic year
Full-time typically £5,355
International students
2013/14 academic year
Full-time typically £12,060
2014/15 academic year
Full-time typically £12,150
How to apply
Complete the application form available at www.shu.ac.uk/study/form
Contact details
For more information contact Sheffield Business School, Sheffield Hallam University, Stoddart Building, City Campus, Sheffield S1 1WB. Phone +44 (0)114 225 2820, fax +44 (0)114 225 5268, e-mail sbs@shu.ac.uk