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MSc Supply Chain and Logistics Management with Extended Professional Practice
Why choose Herts?
- Industry accreditation: This course meets the standards set by the Engineering Council in the UK Standard for Professional Engineering Competence (UKSPEC).
- Employment prospects: Our graduates work as Supply Chain Analysts, Procurement Officers, and Supply Chain Managers for organisations including GSK, Tesco, and DHL.
- Industry connections: Benefit from our strong connections with Samsung, BAE, and Leonardo who support with course projects, industry talks, and work placement opportunities.
About the course
There is an increased need for professionally managed purchasing and supply chains mangement to ensure businesses are able to succeed and provide to their customers. The School of Physics, Engineering and Computer Science have developed this unique programme to help you develop a wide range of skills for your chosen career ensuring success in whatever sector you decide to work in.
The MSC Supply Chain and Logistics Management with Extended Professional Practice award, accredited by CIPS provides you with the opportunity of a placement, working in a relevant engineering environment to further develop the knowledge and skills you gain from the taught modules. The placement takes place during the first two semesters of the second year of enrolment, after which you’ll return to complete your MSc Individual Project. It's up to you to secure a suitable placement, although the Careers and Employment service is here to support you throughout the process.
The programme offers two award routes that you can choose to study:
- One-year full-time MSc Supply Chain and Logistics Management (September entry)
- 18-months full-time MSc Supply Chain and Logistics Management (January entry)
- Two-year full-time MSC Supply Chain and Logistics Management with Extended Professional Practice (September entry)
- Two-year full-time MSc Supply Chain and Logistics Management with Advanced Project (September entry)
Why choose this course?
6th in Business and Management in the Postgraduate Taught Experience Survey (PTES, 2024).
You will develop skills and advancement of knowledge on the broad areas of business to enable you develop transferable skills in all areas. Areas include: operations management, operations research, procurement and supply chain management, financial control, manufacturing information systems, manufacturing strategy; legal aspects of supply chain; and human resources management.
You will focus on a combination of practical work and case studies, including analysis and synthesis, contribution to profitability, understanding of purchasing, procurement and logistics. It will promote critical review and analysis of strategic value, procurement and supply chain management.
During your placement year, you'll gain hands-on industrial experience, applying the skills learned during your studies.
What will I study?
The industrial placement award offers the opportunity for you to undertake a period of industrial placement, and so develop your understanding and skills within a professional environment. This award requires the successful completion of at least 30 weeks full-time equivalent placement activity from a maximum of two separate approved placement, neither of which will be normally less than 12 weeks. The Careers and Employment service will actively support you in the placement process, however, the responsibility of securing a suitable placement lies with you. Ultimately, the placement company will select students usually through an interview process.
What will I study?
The School of Physics, Engineering and Computer Science has a reputation for innovation in teaching and learning, where nearly all MSc modules are delivered through a combination of traditional face-to-face teaching and backup tutorials, using the University's StudyNet web-based facility. StudyNet allows students to access electronic teaching and learning resources and conduct electronic discussions with staff and other students.
A heavy emphasis is placed on theory and practice, and the School has a policy of using industrial standard software wherever possible. The School also operates an open access laboratory and computer policy to help you complete coursework and assignments.
Detailed module information can be seen within the programme specification.
Where will I study?
Learn in Spectra, our new state-of-the-art School of Physics, Engineering and Computer Science building, now open, featuring interactive learning zones. Access modeling, simulation, and research labs, our Merlin Flight Simulator, automotive workshop (including electric vehicle facility), wind tunnel, welding bay, and controls testing suite.
Benefit from our Academic Support Hub, designed to enhance your employability and academic skills. Connect with industry mentors offering pastoral support, career guidance, and progression opportunities.
Spectra provides collaborative spaces, including workshops, social areas, and meeting rooms. Designed with the University’s net-zero carbon target in mind, it’s part of our commitment to replacing inefficient older sites.
Key staff
Programme Leader Dr Peiqing (Tiffany) Cao
Find out more about Programme Leader Dr Peiqing (Tiffany) Cao
Further course information
| Course fact sheets | |
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| MSc Supply Chain and Logistics Management - Extended | Download |
| Programme specifications | |
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| MSc Supply Chain and Logistics Management - Extended | Download |
| Additional information | |
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Sandwich placement or study abroad year |
n/a |
Applications open to international and EU students |
Yes |