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MSc International Logistics and Supply Chain Management

University of Essex

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Course options

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  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    Southend Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    01-SEP-25

  • Duration

    1 year

Course summary

In order to gain the competitive edge for management roles in the logistics and transport sectors international logistics and supply chain managers need to use data and analytics to improve business performance.

MSc International Logistics and Supply Chain Management trains you in analytical approached and applying management techniques to solve business problems arising from supply chains, including areas such as transportation, warehousing and inventory and supplier relations. It has been designed with industry input in response to sector skills gaps and is located at our Southend campus, close to London’s major port, providing potential opportunities for site visits and placements.

You explore topics including:

  • global supply chain management, planning and control
  • international operations management
  • business analytics, applied statistics and forecasting
  • environmentally friendly logistics
  • logistics planning and control
  • business strategy and strategic management
  • innovation management

In the summer, you undertake an applied research project about a real-world organisation or issue.

Your future

A Master’s degree in International Logistics and Supply Chain Management will develop the industry-specific skills and management expertise you need to gain the competitive edge for management roles in the logistics and transport sectors. Typical roles include:

  • Project Manager
  • Logistics Planner
  • Warehouse Supervisor
  • Logistics Controller
  • Quality Manager
  • Logistics Network Developer
  • Procurement Manager

Your knowledge of business analytics to improve business performance may also make you a suitable candidate for general management positions in both large and small organisations in the private and public sectors. Many of our graduates also go on to pursue a career in academia.

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 22,400per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

University of Essex

University of Essex

  • University League Table

    30th

  • Campus address

    University of Essex, Wivenhoe Park, Colchester, Essex, CO4 3SQ, United Kingdom

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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Business & Management Studies

    61st out of 122 2

  • Entry standards

    / Max 221
    123 56%

    66th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    63.0 63%

    81st

    15

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.07 77%

    57th

    30

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