MSc Supply Chain Management

Be part of the next generation of senior supply chain specialists and leaders with our forward-thinking Supply Chain Management MSc.

Today’s supply chains are increasingly being relied upon to respond to our every need. They must be resilient in the face of unexpected change and transformative in response to new paradigm shifts and technologies, whilst also being managed responsibly and sustainably.

Achieving this requires supply chain specialists and leaders who have a particular blend of knowledge and skills that make them future-ready.

The Supply Chain Management MSc at the University of Birmingham seeks to do exactly that. It has been designed with industry experts to help you succeed in your career and play a key and transformational role in the future of supply chain management.

Why study this course at Birmingham?

• You will be part of a small cohort on this focused, specialist programme, allowing you to develop a closer relationship with experts, staff, and fellow students.
• You will have the opportunity to work on real projects as part of a summer internship or to undertake a traditional dissertation.
• You will experience a global education with an international trip to our Dubai campus. This will offer you a unique cross-campus international experience, working with students, academics, and industry professionals in the city of Dubai, a global logistics hub. This is a great opportunity to work across diverse cultures and business contexts.
• You can take part in our new Supply Chain Management Professionals Programme, which is exclusive to students on this course.
• This course focuses on real-world challenges with an emphasis on ethics and sustainability alongside digital supply chains and supply chain analytics, presenting an array of possibilities for graduates.
• Birmingham is the second-largest city in the UK and sits within the Midlands ‘Golden Triangle’ - a major supply chain hub renowned for its high density of distribution facilities and home to some of the biggest names in manufacturing, retail and service.
• Our strong relationships with a diverse range of key employers including Jaguar Land Rover, DHL, DPD and major retail give you the chance to meet and network with leading local and global organisations.

Accreditation

The MSc Supply Chain Management programme is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) providing a fast-track pathway for you to membership of CILT offering full exemption from the academic requirements for membership at either Chartered Member or membership level of the CILT*.

There may also be a reduction in the length of industry experience required. In addition, students gain access to a range of professional development activities including exclusive industry events and career support, and to an international network of logistics and supply chain professionals.

*An overall pass mark of 50% and above will be required for Chartered Membership.

The MSc Supply Chain Management programme is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS). CIPS accreditation constitutes recognition of a world-class programme, which reflects the current and future needs of the global procurement and supply management profession. A complimentary 12-month affiliate membership is offered to all students as part of the programme accreditation with CIPS.

Students are also eligible to apply for MCIPS on successful completion of a CIPS-accredited degree programme along with evidence showing a minimum of 3 years’ work experience within the procurement and supply sector *.

*To apply for MCIPS designation, you will need to submit your application to CIPS within 5 years of graduating.