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Master of Science (Logistics and Supply Chain Management)
Testamur Title of Degree: | Master of Science (Logistics and Supply Chain Management) |
Abbreviation: | MSc(Log&SCM) |
UOW Course Code: | 3025 |
Total Credit Points: | 72 |
Duration: | 1.5 years full-time or part-time equivalent |
Home Faculty: | Faculty of Business |
Intake Session(s): | DXB PG Autumn, DXB PG Spring, DXB PG Summer |
Delivery Mode: | On-Campus |
Delivery Campus / UAC Code: | Dubai |
Overview
The Master of Science (Logistics and Supply Chain Management) degree is a postgraduate degree specifically designed for professionals who want to develop skills and competencies to analyse the operational, tactical and strategic issues related to Supply Chain and Logistics. Graduates typically work in roles such as Supply Chain Managers, Area Logistics Managers, Inventory Planning Managers/Auditors, Division Warehouse Managers, Route Planning Managers and Purchase/Procurement Managers among others
Entry Requirements & Credit Arrangements
Information on academic and English language requirements, as well as eligibility for credit for prior learning, is available from the Course Finder.
Course Learning Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes are statements of learning achievement that are expressed in terms of what the learner is expected to know, understand and be able to do upon completion of a course. Students graduating from this course will be able to:
| CLO | Description | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Demonstrate competence and autonomy in applying and evaluating theory and practice in the field of management science. | ||||||
| 2 | Critically assess and propose solutions to management science problems. | ||||||
| 3 | Apply interdisciplinary knowledge to make and justify independent decisions in complex environments. | ||||||
| 4 | Communicate effectively in cross-functional, cross-organisational and cross-cultural teams using appropriate tools and techniques. | ||||||
| 5 | Conduct an independent research project on a management sciences topic, demonstrating professional judgement in explaining and communicating their research findings. | ||||||
Course Structure
To qualify for award of this degree, a candidate must satisfactorily complete a total of at least 72 credit points, comprised of the following:
| Subject Code | Subject Name | Credit Points | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Core Subjects | |||
| ACCY801* | Accounting and Financial Management | 6 | |
| MGNT803* | Organisational Behaviour and Management | 6 | |
| MARK803* | Contemporary Public Relations | 6 | |
| OPS 802* | Operations Management | 6 | |
| OPS 908 | Supply Chain Management | 6 | |
| OPS 935 | Project Management | 6 | |
| OPS 909 | Total Quality Management | 6 | |
| OPS 910 | Supply Chain Analytics | 6 | |
| OPS 913^ | Advanced Supply Chain Management | 6 | |
| OPS 928^ | Logistics Systems | 6 | |
| OPS 911 | Strategic Procurement Management | 6 | |
| Capstone | |||
| OPS 922 | Operations Capstone | 6 | |
^ TBS 908/ OPS 908 are prerequisites for these subjects.
Note: If you are eligible for credit for prior learning for all four foundation subjects*, you will be required to complete two elective subjects that will be chosen in consultation with the Faculty of Business.
Accreditation and Professional Recognition
The Master of Science (Logistics and Supply Chain Management) accredited by the UK’s Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) and the UK’s Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT).