Logistics and Supply Chain Management

The Logistics and Supply Chain Management, M.Sc. program from University of York students will gain a holistic skill set that encompasses operations and supply chain management, logistics, supply-chain analytics, risk management, sustainability practices and strategic decision-making.

This Logistics and Supply Chain Management , M.Sc. degree delivered at the University of York will provide you with the knowledge and practical skills necessary to excel in this vital and rapidly evolving field.

Key facts

Your taught modules will blend subject-specific skills of operations management, logistics, supply-chain management, sustainability, business analytics and international business in a global context, alongside theoretical evaluation of contemporary issues in management.

You'll also develop your independent research skills before focusing your efforts on a final dissertation project. This intensive project will be independently led (academic research focus) or conducted in collaboration with a selected industry partner (applied focus).

By completing the program, you will be prepared with a broad set of skills necessary in today's marketplace. You will be taught by world leading academics in the field of logistics and supply chain management, and introduced to cutting-edge thought leadership in the field of resilience, responsibility, sustainability, social responsibility and ethical practice.

You will have ample opportunities to apply your knowledge and practice your skills to solve complex yet practical real-world issues. Our approach to teaching and assessment allows students to apply their knowledge and skills via real world case studies and, where possible, in collaboration with industry partners and representatives.

Career opportunities:

• Operations manager

• Supply-chain manager

• Supply-chain specialist

• Supply-chain analyst

• Logistics manager

• Logistics analyst

• General manager (various)

• Sustainability specialist

Courses include:

• Strategic Operations, Supply Chain Management and Logistics

• International Business in a Global Context

• Contemporary Issues in Management

• Sustainable Operations and Supply Chain Management

• Business Analytics