Program Overview

Overview

The MSc Global Logistics and Supply Chain Analytics program is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary for successful strategic supply chain management and logistical thinking in the context of dynamic local and global challenges.

Course Details

Mode of Study:

• Full-time (available as Part-time)

Duration:

• 1 year (18 months if starting in January)

Start Date:

• September and January

Modules

• Business Economics and Finance in a Global Environment (SOE11146)
• Data Analytics (SOE11154)
• Developing Business and Operational Excellence (SOE11155)
• Dissertation (TBS11130)
• Global Logistics Systems (SOE11153)
• Project and Change Management (SOE11171)
• Research Methods (SOE11131)
• Research Skills (TBS11109)
• Skills for Success (TBS11108)
• Sustainable Supply Chain Management (SOE11152)

Entry Requirements

• Bachelor (Honours) Degree at 2:2 or above
• CILT (UK) Level 6 Advanced Diploma in Logistics and Transport or CIPS Level 6 Professional Diploma in Procurement and Supply with 3 years relevant work experience
• Relevant work experience may be considered for entry where the minimum academic entry requirements are not met

English Language

• If English is not the first language, an approved English language test is required
• Minimum English language requirements apply

International Students

• Unable to enrol onto certain courses (e.g., BM Midwifery/MM Midwifery, Graduate Apprenticeship courses)
• Entry requirements by country apply

Admissions Policies

• Committed to admitting students who have the potential to succeed and benefit from the program
• Admissions procedures and use of application information are outlined in the admissions policies

Fees and Funding

• Tuition fees for 2024/25:
  • Scotland, England, Wales, Northern Ireland, and Republic of Ireland: £8,715
  • Overseas and EU: £18,800
• 20% discount on Postgraduate Taught Masters programs for Edinburgh Napier alumni
• Tuition Fee bursaries available to students resident in specific countries

Careers

• Logistics and Supply Chain Manager responsibilities:
  • Inventory planning and control
  • Global transportation management
  • Distribution management
  • Risk management
  • Supply chain management
  • Supplier selection
  • Developing sourcing strategies
• Graduates will receive an exemption from the academic requirements for membership (Chartered Member or Full Member) of the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport.