University of Bradford
MSc Logistics, Data Analytics and Supply Chain Management
Bradford, United Kingdom
DURATION
12 Months
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
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EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2024
TUITION FEES
GBP 12,198 *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* UK students |international: £20,468
Introduction
Our new Master’s program in Logistics, Data Analytics, and Supply Chain Management is designed for those considering broadening their knowledge beyond their existing discipline and securing a career in the logistics, supply chain, and transport fields.
The program is designed with inputs from logistics and supply chain professionals and focuses on the integration of data analytics techniques relating to this business field.
You will develop your understanding of topics such as:
- Emerging Issues in Logistics and Supply Chain Management
- Business Data Analytics
- Supply Chain Analytics and Technology Management issues surrounding topics such as Industry 4.0 and Automation
- Procurement Strategies and Business Sustainability
You’ll also be able to tailor your studies to emerging areas of interest, or your career aspirations; we offer a wide range of optional elective modules as part of our extensive postgraduate management portfolio.
You will further develop your intellectual and employability skills (critical thinking, communication, teamwork, problem-solving) by accessing the Faculty’s Career Booster professional development program.
We use SAS, one of the world’s leading industry-standard program data analytics software as part of this degree to train students.
SAS is one of our strategic partners and acknowledges this program. They are advocates for our students gaining experience with the software, which is used widely in the business world.
Professional accreditation
The program is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS). As part of the accreditation, CIPS currently offers complimentary student membership to those undertaking the program.
The program is also accredited by The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport and offers full exemption from the education requirements for chartered membership (subject to a pass mark of 50% or above).
We are proud to be in an elite group of business schools to hold the triple accreditations of Equis, AMBA, and AACSB, often called the "Triple Crown".
Admissions
Curriculum
What you will study
All module information is for 2023 entry and is subject to change.
First-year
Core
- Emerging Issues in Logistics and Supply Chain Management
- Business Data Analytics
- Operations Management
- Supply Chain Analytics and Technology Management
- Procurement Fundamentals and Quality Systems
- Freight Transport
- Dissertation
Options
- Blockchain in Business Digitalisation
- Developing Skills for Business Leadership
- Humanitarian Logistics
- Corporate Social Responsibility
- Technopreneurship and Innovation
- Simulation Modelling
- International Master’s Summer School
- International Master's Summer School (non-credit-bearing)
Learning and assessment
The programme is summatively assessed by a mixture of written examinations, assessed coursework, case studies, group projects and multimedia presentations.
Assessment is integrated with learning and teaching to support and demonstrate achievement of the learning outcomes for individual modules and the programme as a whole. Emphasis is placed on the feedback function of formative assessment as part of the learning, teaching and assessment strategy as a whole.
Rankings
Times Higher Education Business School of the Year 2021
The Times Higher Education Awards recognize outstanding achievements in UK higher education. The School of Management was recognized for our focus on economic and social regeneration.
Our award citation states, "During the pandemic, the school focused its initiatives on helping graduates from disadvantaged backgrounds navigate the disrupted job market and on providing support for local businesses dealing with crisis trading conditions. The judges commended Bradford's "inspiring" support for students, alumni, schools and local businesses."
Scholarships and Funding
Over £4m invested in scholarships every year
The University of Bradford offers a wide range of financial help to assist you on your university journey and invests over £4m annually in the Access Agreement and other scholarships to support students from all backgrounds.
Every year we award numerous non-repayable scholarships to UK, EU, and international students on the basis of academic excellence, personal circumstances, or economic hardship. Some of our scholarships are also linked to studies in a specific subject area. You can apply for more than one type of scholarship but you can usually only be granted one award.
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Accreditations
Career Opportunities
Career prospects
One of the University of Bradford's goals is to equip all our students with the attributes and capabilities to be confident and capable in their life beyond university.
AWS Academy program from Amazon Web Services (AWS)
The School of Management has joined the prestigious worldwide AWS Academy program from Amazon Web Services (AWS). All students will be allowed to enhance their employability skills, helping to make them ready for the world of work.
AWS Academy is a global program that provides educational institutions with access to cloud computing content to support student learning in a competitive digital workplace. As a member of the AWS Academy, the University of Bradford will help students become proficient and certified in the use of AWS technologies and ready to join the dynamic cloud IT workforce.
All learners will have the opportunity to seek professional certification with the skills gained through AWS Academy content, delivered by University staff that are AWS Academy accredited.
Career Booster
During your time studying at the Faculty of Management, Law and Social Sciences you will have the opportunity to take part in our distinctive career booster programme throughout your course. The program is designed to equip you with the necessary skills and graduate attributes to be job-ready when seeking employment with leading innovative organizations. The Career Booster Programme (PDF, 2.8 MB) offers you the opportunity to gain certificates in:
- The European Computer Driving License (ECDL) - the benchmark for digital literacy
- Sage 50 Accounting and Sage 50 Payroll - training that will allow you to develop leading accounting and payroll software skills
- Project Manager Professional certificates - giving you the edge when seeking to become a Certified Project Manager
- Big Data analysis and reporting skills - using Software and Services (SAS) that will lead to certification.
In addition, the program will also include activities to promote teamwork, confidence, communication, and many other skills sought by employers.
Developing a portfolio of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Certificates will demonstrate to employers that you are not only ambitious but also take responsibility for your professional development.
Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)
Students registered for postgraduate degrees in the School of Management (SoM) during the 2020/21 academic year will be encouraged to register with the Project Management Institute (PMI) and become a Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM). The PMI is the world's leading association for those who consider project, program, or portfolio management as their profession or for those who see developing skills in this area as being an important additional professional qualification.
The school will help support students prepare for this exam through the one-week Career Booster short course programme which will be delivered in Semester 2. This will be followed by a one-week CAPM revision session to help students prepare for the exam.
Any of the School’s MSc students at the beginning of the academic year at Bradford can register as an individual member of the PMI. This will give students access to a range of learning materials on the PMI website. Towards the end of the taught MSc program at the School of Management, students will be supported to register for the PMI’s CAPM exam which is a three-hour multiple-choice assessment.
Regardless of your career stage, the Certified Associate in Project Management is an asset that will distinguish you in the job market and enhance credibility and effectiveness working on projects or with project teams. Further information on the benefits of becoming a member of the PMI and a Certified Associate in Project Management can be found on the Project Management Institute (PMI) website.
Career prospects
Our graduates are highly sought after for careers in management, consultancy or advanced management studies.