Program Overview

BSc (Hons) Supply Chain Management

Overview

The BSc (Hons) Supply Chain Management course at Arden provides you with the real-world skills, knowledge, and competencies you need to start or progress your career in supply chain and logistics. This course has been created with in-depth consultation with leading employers in the sector to ensure that you graduate with the up-to-date, practical abilities that employers need right now.

Accreditation and Memberships

• CILT Accredited: Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) accreditation means full exemption from the educational requirements for Chartered Membership.
• CIPS Accredited: This course offers full exemption from the educational requirements for CIPS Chartered Membership and free membership during your studies.
• BGA Membership: Arden University is a member of the Business Graduates Association (BGA), meaning students will receive complementary BGA membership.
• AACSB Membership: Arden University is a member of the prestigious Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB).

Course Details and Modules

• Level 4:
  • Core:
    • Business Research Methods and Analysis (20 credits)
    • Business Consulting (20 credits)
    • Principles of Procurement and Contract Management (20 credits)
    • Governance in a Global Business Environment (20 credits)
    • Introduction to Project Management (20 credits)
  • Elective:
    • Digital Skills and Professional Development (20 credits)
    • Technology and Innovation (20 credits)
• Level 5:
  • Core:
    • Operations and Supply Chain Management (20 credits)
    • Agile Project Management (20 credits)
    • Sustainable and Circular Supply Chain Management (20 credits)
    • Applied Logistics Management (20 credits)
    • Operational Risk and Resilience (20 credits)
  • Elective:
    • Digital & Social Media Marketing (20 credits)
    • AI and Big Data Analytics (20 credits)
• Level 6:
  • Digital Supply Chain 4.0 (20 credits)
  • Strategic Supply Chain Management (20 credits)
  • Quality Management (20 credits)
  • Social Value Networks (20 credits)
  • Logistics & Supply Chain Research Project (40 credits)

Study Options

• Part-time online learning: Studying the BSc (Hons) Supply Chain Management online gives you the ultimate in convenience. You can enrol with Arden from anywhere in the world and study your degree from the comfort of home, without the requirement to attend classes in a physical location.

Entry Requirements

• Two subjects at GCE A-Level or equivalent, plus passes at grade C or above in three subjects at GCSE level or equivalent.
• If you don’t currently hold the above qualifications, we also offer this course with an additional foundation year, which is designed for students who need extra support when starting their degree course.
• IELTS 6.0 (no less than 5.5 in any element); or TOEFL iBT 80; or equivalent
• Alternatively, evidence you have previously studied in English, such as a letter to show that the Medium of Instruction was in English can be accepted.

Course Fees and Funding

• Fee per level:
  • Level 4 fee: £5,500
  • Level 5 fee: £5,500
  • Level 6 fee: £5,500
• Please note: Fees quoted relate to the intake that you enrol on (i.e. when you start your course), NOT your application date.

Career Prospects

• Graduates with skills in logistics and supply chain management are important to any business that offers a service or product, so the career opportunities are huge.
• Some roles you may want to consider after graduation include:
  • Logistics manager
  • Supply chain manager
  • Supply chain solution analyst
  • Strategic sourcing manager
  • Buyer
  • Procurement manager/specialist
  • Commodities manager
  • Quality manager
  • Production planner
  • Purchasing manager

Industry Skills

• Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT)
• Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS)
• Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) membership
• Business Graduates Association (BGA) membership