Supply Chain Management and Logistics (MSc)

In an increasingly interconnected global economy, all businesses have to compete within complex supply networks in order to survive and prosper. The effective management of supply chains and logistics is recognised as key to sustaining a company's competitive advantage, and this accredited course will enable you to successfully negotiate the uncertain economic environment now facing businesses across the world.

Tutored by industry specialists, you will develop your understanding of core business topics such as corporate strategy and the improvement of business processes, and you will become a skilled and knowledgeable procurement expert. Using established management tools and techniques, you will then be able to apply your knowledge of supply chain management and logistics to complex regional, national and international issues in a variety of settings.

If you are already a member of either of the accrediting bodies for this course, you could apply for accreditation of prior learning to gain exemptions from some modules.

A major strength of our course is professional accreditation and the access and opportunity to develop career networks and contacts within these institutions. The additional work experience will contribute to your employability on completion of the course. As the course is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS), this will enable you to gain the academic element needed to achieve Professional Membership status of CIPS, and also offers free student membership of CIPS. If you are already a CIPS member, you can apply for standard accreditation of prior learning, be exempt from some core modules and pay a reduced fee.

You will also have the opportunity to attend and engage in professional networks and regional events as part of the accreditation. You will learn with and from supply chain professionals providing you with valuable opportunities to develop your expertise and career networks.

Why study Supply Chain Management and Logistics at Leeds Beckett University...

• Professionally accredited course
• Tutored by industry specialists
• Access to a wide range of university facilities and resources
• Opportunities to obtain insight through Leeds Business School guest lectures

Teaching & Learning

• Independent study is a crucial part of learning at university and you will be required to undertake many hours of self-directed research and reading, and preparation and writing of assessments. Your course is delivered through a number of modules, which will help you to plan your time and establish a study routine. Outside of your lectures, workshops and tutorials, a range of support is available to assist with your independent study. Our subject-specific librarians will be on hand to direct you to the specialist learning and study-skill resources. You’ll also be assigned an academic advisor to give you tailored feedback and support.
• The course specification for 2025/6 will be available at the end of March 2025. The link below is to the 2024/5 course specification which provides an overview of the current course structure. No changes will be made, which will have significant impact on the content for 2025/26 delivery,  without prior consultation with applicants.

Your future in our hands

• There’s a lot to consider when choosing a course. Take a look at the team you’ll be working with, employability statistics and career prospects to help make up your mind.

Career Prospects

On completion of this accredited course, you will be well placed to pursue the increasing employment opportunities in supply chain management and logistics that exist around the world. You could develop a career in purchasing management, or your enhanced expertise could be applied to a variety of other business-related careers.

• Supply Chain Analyst
• Supply Chain Manager
• Transport Planner
• Purchasing Manager