In terms of discipline input, you will develop a critical
understanding of strategic partnerships and relationship management, within the
context of logistics and supply chain management and its role in contributing
to organisational strategy.
You will gain an appreciation of the management of
operations and supply chains and how these are reliant on the improvement and
integration of numerous functions within an organisation, which must work
together.
The improvement in operations and supply chains is
considered in local, national and international contexts, with particular
attention to the contexts of quality and efficiency and their tools and
techniques. On the programme, you will gain an appreciation of the synergy
between strategic procurement and logistics management.
Focus is given to processes that add value through the
production and delivery of services and products in the supply chain, and the
tools needed for effective process management. You will also gain exposure to
the fundamental principles of contemporary Supply Chain Risk Management and
Sustainable Supply Chain Management within a business context.
This course also includes a residential
day for the leadership and team-building event, which is aimed at strengthening skills in team working, emotional and cultural
intelligence, self-reflection, independent learning and critical thinking
You will identify how these principles contribute to
optimisation of operational efficiency, organisational excellence, and by
minimising organisational and environmental risk, help organisations achieve
sustainable competitive advantage as part of their movement towards realising
'triple bottom line' (TBL) benefits.
Your tutors will use a variety of teaching methods including
lectures, seminars and workshops. As this is a master’s course there is a major
element of independent learning and self-motivated reflection.
Teaching is backed up by a well-designed support system that
helps ensure a successful learning journey. We make sure that extensive
feedback, from both tutors and peers, is built into the course.
During the second year you will have the chance to undertake a consultancy project for a whole semester. You will follow this up with an Applied
Management Work Investigation Report that will critically analyse an issue related
to your practical experience.
Our assessment strategy is based on our understanding that
everyone has different needs, strengths and enthusiasms. Assessment methods
include assignments, presentations, exams, and the master’s dissertation or
consultancy project.