Name: Supply Chain Management, MSc
Price: £9,000 per year GBP

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January 2025

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Want a job in one of the most dynamic and impactful business functions? Our MSc Supply Chain Management programme will give you the knowledge and skills to launch your career.

You’ll understand the greater contexts within which supply chains function. Including looking at intra- and inter- organisational relationships. You'll learn about their wider economic, environmental, and societal implications. And consider them on a local, national and international scale. An example of this is the Preston Model.

Using real-life case studies, you’ll gain an understanding of traditional and modern supply chains. You'll look at their interrelated business functions to forecast trends and developments. You'll master the practical strategies to identify weaknesses within supply chains. And, you'll provide innovative and effective solutions for business growth and sustainability.

Why study with us

We combine evidence-based practice with theory. You'll learn about the supply chain local and global issues, and apply these to the real-world scenarios.
Our course is accredited by CILT and helps you gain holistic view on supply chain management.
Our programme will develop your skills and equip you to become a sustainable supply chain professional. You'll have a contemporary and pragmatic approach.

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What you'll do

Experience engaging lectures with our experienced academics, practitioners, and industry professionals.
Have the opportunity to network with people in the supply chain. You'll adopt best practices to thrive in the field and develop creative ways of finding answers to supply chain issues.
Engage with iROWE (Institute for Research into Organisations, Work and Employment). Learn with UCLan’s Centre of Business Management and Enterprise and Centre for SME Development. Access knowledge from the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT).

Modules

You'll get a comprehensive understanding and knowledge of the concepts of Supply Chain Management and its contribution to the global economy. This will include strategic supply chain skills, decision making in key areas such as procurement and logistics. You'll look at digitalisation techniques in the real world that aim to address the changing nature of operations in response to supply and demand.

Module code: BM4020

Develop a critical approach to understanding the nature of international business, the financial institutions and markets in which it operates, and the regulations controlling the financial sector. The aim is to provide you with the skills required to critically evaluate the disruptive nature of technological change in the international business environment, and to consider ethical and sustainable responses to such challenges.

Module code: BU4214

Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of our published course information. However, our programmes are subject to ongoing review and development. Changing circumstances may cause alteration to, or the cancellation of, courses. Changes may be necessary to comply with the requirements of accrediting bodies or revisions to subject benchmarks statements. As well as to keep courses updated and contemporary, or as a result of student feedback. We reserve the right to make variations if we consider such action to be necessary or in the best interests of students.

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Academic expertise

The course leader is Kamalavelu Velayutham.

Dr Jenni Barrett

Senior Lecturer in Leadership and Management

Dr Kamalavelu Velayutham

Senior Lecturer in Logistics and Supply Chain Management

Why study a CILT accreditation course?

Accreditation is a process by which the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport in the UK (CILT UK) works with universities/colleges across the UK. It ensures undergraduate and postgraduate degrees across nine professional sectors meet the standards for membership of the Institute.

Accredited degrees meet the academic criteria for assessed grades of CILT UK membership. Studying an accredited degree means taking a big step towards to an exciting career within supply chain management. It offers you a ‘fast track’ route to Assessed Membership of the CILT UK.

The CILT UK aims to support students on an accredited degree through student membership. There are various membership grades in the CILT UK. You'll have plenty of opportunities to work your way up through the membership grades. We will encourage and help you to do this.

Becoming a full-time student member of CILT UK gives you access to a range of benefits and services. These will support you, both personally and professionally. These include:

Knowledge centre

This gives members access to journals, reports, research and benchmarking available online and in hard copy. Hard copies are only available in the UK. This will prove invaluable when researching, revising and writing subject matter.

Webshop

Members can enjoy discounts on over 180 publications, which you can buy through the Webshop.

Logistics and transport focus

Members will receive monthly online copies of the leading magazine. The magazine covers logistics, passenger transport, transport planning, operations management and supply chain management. Each issue is full of topical articles, reports and case studies, which will help with a lot your research.

Careers service

Our Careers Service offers members a dedicated career consultant who can help them with a CV review. You'll get help to make that crucial first impression count with potential employers. You'll also get access to downloads to help with the job search and interview coaching to help them get that job.

Weekly news bulletin

The Institute's weekly e-newsletter brings members updates on the latest events nationally. Access the latest industry news from their sector, giving them the chance to have your say on current topics.

Legal helpline (UK)

As a member you can receive personal legal advice and support. You'll get with immediate, clear and concise guidance. All from a professional and qualified service that understands your needs. This resource is available to members 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

Events

You can engage with a wealth of knowledge and information. Attend the renowned CILT Annual Conference. Network with professionals and go to lecture series and specialised events.

Continuing Professional Development (CPD)

The Institute's CPD programme is all about helping you to progress throughout your career. You'll get advice and direction to support your professional development.

Entry requirements

Applicants would normally have a degree at Honours Classification 2:2 or above in a related discipline e.g. Business, Finance, Economics, Management. Non relevant degrees which have relevant work experience will be considered on a case by case basis and a substantial Personal statement and CV should be provided. Candidates with professional qualifications and/or work experience are considered on a case-by-case basis
For students where English is not their first language a score of at least 6.0 on IELTS or equivalent

Future careers in supply chain management

It’s an exciting time for supply chain professionals. Disruptive digital innovations have altered the way we live, work, and do business. Technology has automated many processes and streamlined productivity within supply chains. But, the demand for trained specialists remains high. New career opportunities requiring a different skillset are emerging.

UCLan develops a new kind of supply chain professional, trained and ready to take on this demand.

You will be future-focused. You'll be internationally minded. And, you'll be aware of your responsibility to foster a more sustainable and ethical practice. We will give you the robust academic foundations. You'll learn hands-on industry techniques. And you'll get the transferrable skills to lead supply chain teams and drive change.

The main roles include (with the yearly salary ranging between £35,000 - £45,000):

Supply Chain Manager
Supply Chain Analyst
Warehouse Manager
Operations Manager

Other possible roles include:

Business Analyst
Buyer
Commodity Specialist
Customer Service Manager
Distribution Manager
Distribution Network Design
Global Logistics Manager
Process Improvement Manager
Procurement Manager
Manufacturing Manager
New Product Introductions Manager
Quality Assurance Manager
Quality Systems Auditor
Supplier Quality Engineer
Supply Chain Consultant

Fees and funding

2024/25

Full-time£9,000 per year

Part-time£1,000 per 20 credits

International

Full-time£16,900 per year

2025/26

Full-time£9,450 per year

Part-time£1,050 per 20 credits

International

Full-time£17,900 per year

Scholarships and bursaries

We have a wide range of bursaries, scholarships and funds available to help support you whilst studying with us.

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Dependants Bursary
Students with financially dependent children may be eligible for our Dependants Bursary as part of our financial support package. 
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Carers Bursary
If you need extra support because you have unpaid caring responsibilities alongside your studies.
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Sports scholarships
We offer student athletes support and opportunities for their playing careers whilst they study a high-quality degree.
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Alumni Loyalty Discount
UK students with a previous award from us will receive 20% tuition fee discount.
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The programme has an inter-dependent and independent learning philosophy. You will take a high degree of responsibility for your own learning.

We create an inclusive and stimulating academic experience. This is through lively lectures and workshops with academic and industry professionals. You'll reach your full potential through creative assessments. The teaching and learning strategy reflects and complements the learning outcomes.

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This course is delivered by the School of Business

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