MSc Logistics and Supply Chain Management
Attendance
Full-time, Part-time
Full-time 12 to 18 months
Part-time typically three years, maximum six years
Starts September and January
At a glance
About this course
At the heart of many successful businesses is effective logistics and supply chain management practice. For their ongoing success businesses need access to staff who can bring expertise, the latest technical skills and real ambition and determination to improve and change the industry.
Logistics and supply chain management is much more than just organising transport and systems. The rapid growth of technology and the expansion of global markets has increased the importance of logistics. More companies have operations worldwide and a focus on customer satisfaction which can be met through logistics and supply.
The course provides you with the opportunity to develop your understanding of current best practice in the theory and application of leading processes and systems in logistics, operations engineering and global supply chain management.
This course is suitable for
supply chain practitioners wanting to become technical specialists or managers in industrial and manufacturing companies
recent graduates beginning a career in this dynamic area
engineers and managers needing to develop their skills in logistics and supply chain management
other well qualified individuals who wish to develop their knowledge and skills in the logistics and supply chain industry
It increases your career potential by improving your
knowledge and experience in logistics and the global supply chain
technical and problem solving skills
supply chain management techniques
management skills
ability to take on greater responsibility
You also develop your understanding of current best practice in the theory and application of leading edge technologies, processes and systems in logistics, operations engineering and global supply chain management.
You work on industry projects during the course. This allows you to apply your knowledge in practice, gain new skills and appreciate the workings of the industry. You develop transferable skills wanted by employers, such as problem solving, teamworking and presentation skills while increasing your self confidence and developing an independent attitude to work and learning.
Successfully completing this course contributes towards the academic requirements for registration with the Chartered Institution of Logistics and Transport (CILT). As a graduate in the logistics sector, advanced technical and management careers are open to you.
This can enhance your career prospects in the supply chain sector as well as in engineering, manufacturing, international transport and logistics, business and commerce.
Associated careers
Graduates can find themselves working for companies such as
Caterpillar worlds leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines and industrial gas turbines
Dematic the market leader in innovative logistics automation systems
NYK Logistics delivers fully integrated logistics solutions tailored to the needs of their customers
Tuffnells leading parcel delivery company
Typical graduates roles are logistics coordinator supply chain analyst solutions analyst supply chain coordinator demand analyst.
After five years experience you can typically move onto management roles in areas such as warehouse operations supply chain inventory logistics planning.
Professional recognition
This course is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT). It offers full exemption from the educational requirements for chartered membership, if graduates achieve an overall average of at least 50 per cent.
Course content
Management modules
finance and marketing project and quality management business process management systems modelling and simulation
Logistics and supply chain management modules
logistics planning and control warehouse systems and transportation lean operations supply chain and manufacturing strategy
MSc
project and dissertation
Assessment
examination coursework project reports
Entry requirements
UK students
Normally one from
an honours degree (2.2 or above) in a science, management, business studies or engineering subject
suitable professional qualifications in an engineering field
a degree in any discipline plus at least one year of relevant experience
a diploma in a technological area plus at least three years of relevant experience.
Overseas students
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 an IELTS score of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in all skills we recommend you consider a Sheffield Hallam University Pre-sessional English course which will enable you to achieve an equivalent English level.
India
a first class BE in an relevant discipline, or a good second class BE with a strong performance in mechanical and manufacturing subjects
China
a four year bachelors degree in an relevant discipline, with an overall average of at least 80 per cent or equivalent
Other countries
a good honours degree or equivalent in an relevant subject
Fees
Home and EU students
2013/14 academic year
Typically £4,590 for the course
Part-time study should be calculated pro rata.
International students
2013/14 academic year
Typically £10,980 for the course
2014/15 academic year
Typically £11,250 for the course
How to apply
Complete the application form available at www.shu.ac.uk/study/form
Contact details
For further information please contact the Faculty of Arts, Computing, Engineering and Sciences, Sheffield Hallam University, City Campus, Sheffield S1 1WB. Phone +44 (0)114 225 5179 or email aces-helpdesk@shu.ac.uk