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MSc Supply Chain Management and Logistics

Build in-demand skills to advance your career in global logistics and supply chain management. Leverage industry insights and sector-leading research to gain cutting-edge expertise from Edinburgh Business School at Heriot-Watt University.

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Time investment: 2 years

Location: Online

Cost: £10,280

Language: English

About this degree

Drive your business career at a leading business school

Businesses across the globe rely on healthy, resilient and sustainable supply chains to operate successfully. As globalisation accelerates and supply chain challenges persist, the demand for skilled supply chain experts continues to grow.

Advance your career in supply chain management, operations and logistics with this flexible MSc from Edinburgh Business School at Heriot-Watt University.

Over seven core courses and a final portfolio, you’ll deepen your knowledge of global logistics and supply chains and become equipped with the analytical tools for managing them in a changing world.

Build a critical foundation in supply chain management and global logistics

As you progress through each course, you’ll garner key theories and strategies in supply chain and operations management, and understand how to apply this knowledge to mitigate risk, address sustainability issues, and manage operations effectively.

You’ll gain specialist expertise in global purchasing and supply, multi-modal transportation, green practices, and humanitarian logistics, honing your ability to make informed decisions and drive growth.

Bolster business operations and your career

Throughout this MSc, you’ll explore expertise in global operations management, including resource planning, forecasting, and modern distribution methods. This integrated learning approach equips you with a well-rounded skill set for addressing diverse challenges in the industry, enabling you to advance your career.

Stand out as a strategic business leader

You’ll also gain practical, career-ready skills that can be applied in real time in your current role.

These skills extend beyond the expertise you will develop in supply chain management and logistics, encompassing other transferable competencies such as problem-solving, critical thinking, effective communication, and project management.

Earn a specialised postgraduate degree

Give yourself another leg up by mastering specialised courses in performance management, big data and business analytics, and project management. Select from a choice of optional interdisciplinary courses that will add to your repertoire of skills and make you more competitive in today’s dynamic job market.

For your final project, you’ll apply the methods you’ve learned to address real-world challenges in your workplace and document your experiences and reflections in one comprehensive portfolio.

Broaden your business expertise

Guided by expert faculty, this MSc Supply Chain Management and Logistics goes past theory to equip you with practical applications and sought-after expertise that will set you apart.

Grow at your own pace with flexible, online learning

The flexible, online format of this master’s degree accommodates all schedules, allowing you to complete your studies without compromising on your personal and professional commitments. Begin your studies at any time and structure your learning in a way that works for you.

Where you’ll be studying

Studying at the Edinburgh Business School at Heriot-Watt University

Edinburgh Business School at Heriot-Watt University specialises in business education that drives career advancement and empowers professionals to solve real-world business challenges.

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Learning outcomes

Analyse complex supply chain networks and identify optimisation opportunities.

Develop strategies to mitigate risks and disruptions in global logistics operations.

Apply advanced forecasting and demand planning techniques to optimise inventory management.

Design and implement sustainable and environmentally friendly supply chain practices.

Use data analytics and technology to enhance supply chain visibility and efficiency.

Evaluate and select appropriate transportation modes and logistics service providers.

Make data-driven decisions, predict future trends, and identify areas for improvement within business operations.

Lead cross-functional teams and effectively manage supply chain operations.

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Additional information

Edinburgh Business School at Heriot-Watt University aims to expand access to education across the globe. Therefore, this degree operates on a performance-based admission process.

Typically, you will hold a recognised first or second-class honours degree, or equivalent professional qualification. However, you are able to begin your studies no matter your background. Simply enrol in your first courses, complete registration, and begin studying when it suits you best.

Upon passing three courses on the programme (one of which must be a core course), you’ll be eligible to continue studying towards the full qualification. In other words, there’s no need to complete an application form before enrolling.

If English is not your native language or you didn’t graduate from an English-speaking university, you’ll need to provide proof of your English language proficiency. A minimum of IELTS 6.5 or equivalent is required with all elements passed at 6.0 or above.

This master’s programme can be completed at a pace that feels comfortable to you. On average, each module takes 200 hours to complete, and two years for the full programme. Start and stop your studies at any time.

As the business landscape continues to become more competitive, earning an advanced qualification will help you stand out as a business professional. With an MSc in Supply Chain Management and Logistics from Edinburgh Business School at Heriot-Watt University, you’ll be well-qualified to take on various roles within and across industries.

Supply Chain Consultant: Provide expert advice to companies on how to optimise their supply chain processes, reduce costs, and improve efficiency.
Supply Chain Manager: Oversee and manage the entire supply chain operations of an organisation, ensuring smooth and efficient production, distribution, and delivery of products.
Global Logistics Manager: Coordinate and manage the international movement of goods, ensuring that products are transported efficiently across borders while complying with regulations.
Procurement Specialist: Handle the sourcing and purchasing of goods and services for a company, negotiating with suppliers to secure the best deals and ensure timely delivery.
Supply Chain Analyst: Analyse data and performance metrics to identify trends, solve problems, and make data-driven decisions to improve the supply chain process.
Distribution Manager: Manage the storage, transportation, and distribution of goods from warehouses to retail locations or customers, ensuring timely and accurate delivery.