Description
The development of effective supply chain, logistics and management practices are a key driver of the competitive position and operational efficiency of organisations. The 100% online MBA with Supply Chain Management has been created for ambitious professionals who want to advance into and succeed in senior and strategic positions in supply chain and logistics. It provides you with an in-depth understanding of global logistics management and supply chain management and the design of sustainable integrated supply chains, in addition to developing enhanced leadership skills for the real world of work. The MBA develops your ability to make informed decisions, adopt a critical perspective, communicate ideas and develop cultures that encourage and maximise the wellbeing and productivity of teams and individuals.
This online MBA course has been designed to be uniquely flexible and accessible to all. It is our firm belief that work and family commitments should not get in the way of pursuing your ambitions. The flexible design of this MBA means that you can fit your studies around work and family commitments, continue to earn as you learn and avoid difficult trade-offs.
Because this Master of Business Administration is taught and delivered 100% online you can study and complete it from any location in the UK or in the world, on desktop or on mobile, without ever having to visit campus.
You’ll study in a specially tailored online learning environment with extensive peer-to-peer learning opportunities, including group tasks, discussion groups and forums. With numerous other professionals interested in supply chain management and logistics from a range of industries and sectors across the world, the opportunities to grow your global network will be substantial.
We have six start dates a year so you’re not restricted to the traditional academic year and can begin your studies within weeks, and if you choose to study full-time you can complete this MBA within 12 months, fast-tracking your potential career progression.
WHAT WILL YOU STUDY?
This postgraduate course develops capability at strategic level, providing a critical understanding of effective and ethical supply chain design and management, with a clear appreciation for its contribution to the overall business vision mission and goals.
You will study the role of supply chain and logistics in organisations and critically examine leading approaches.
You will also develop a robust understanding of the efficacy of processes employed to manufacture products and deliver services to customers. In addition, you will build leadership and management skills, and a broad-based knowledge across other key areas of business.
KEY KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS TAUGHT ON THIS COURSE
Global logistics and supply chain management
Integrated supply chain design
Sustainable logistics
Operations management
International trade
Global corporate strategy
Financial management
Big data analytics
Organisational behaviour and cultural change
International marketing