MSc in Logistics and Operations Management

The MSc in Logistics and Operations Management develops students’ academic and technical skills, providing the breadth of understanding that is vital for successful careers in logistics, supply chain management and operations management.

Programme Structure

Students must undertake one compulsory module:

• Operations Management

and at least one module from:

• International Logistics
• Logistics Modelling
• Strategic Supply Chain Management

Plus one or two modules (to make up a total of four modules) from:

• E-Commerce and Information Technology
• International Transport and Sustainable Business
• Lean Operations
• Operations Analytics

Followed by a 15,000-word dissertation.

Assessment

Teaching on this programme embraces a range of methods including traditional classwork, group seminars, interactive problem-solving and continuous assessment. In the first stage taught component, assessment involves examinations, essays and project work.

Students who are successful in the taught component proceed to stage two of the programme and prepare a dissertation, due for submission in September. Candidates who achieve an appropriately high standard in the examination and dissertation stages are eligible for the award of the degree with distinction and merit.