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University of Bristol: Global Operations and Supply Chain Management
| Institution | University of Bristol View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | School of Economics, Finance and Management |
| Web | https://www.bristol.ac.uk/study/postgraduate |
| efim-pgadmissions@bristol.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | +44 (0) 117 394 1519 |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
This specialist programme will appeal to graduates aiming for a managerial or consulting career within global operations, logistics or supply chain management in the private, public or third sector. You will learn how to manage and improve global supply chain operations and develop an appreciation of its role and function in the context of international organisations.
This programme examines the effects of global trade and business and the significance of grand challenges, such as increasing digitalisation and innovation in product and service development, international environmental sustainability regulation, and corporate social responsibility and ethics issues.
The programme reflects contemporary themes and developments within operations and supply chain management. You will explore how global supply chains are managed and will acquire the skills and confidence to challenge, innovate and solve problems.
We enjoy close links with industry, government and voluntary sectors, providing opportunities to engage with supply chain professionals. You will hear from sector experts in guest lectures, and there may be the option to participate in a live consulting project with a client organisation.
The knowledge and skills you gain will give you a competitive advantage in your future career. This programme is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS). This means that on completion of the programme, students with the required work experience can apply to become full members of CIPS without taking further examinations.
A large percentage of our Business and Management research is rated as world-leading or internationally excellent (REF 2021), reflecting its impact on shaping policy and practice.
MSc
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | You will typically need an upper second-class honours degree or an international equivalent in: - Logistics, Supply Chain Management or similar; OR An upper second-class honours degree or international equivalent in Business/Management/Social Science degrees. This must include a 2:1 in at least 1 quantitative unit from the Maths qualification requirements list below or a 'Supply Chain and Logistics' unit. Single honours Engineering OR Science degrees (with 2.1 in at least 1 unit listed below) may also be considered. Supply Chain and Logistics and at least one of the Maths modules linked below If you are currently completing a degree, we understand that your final grade may be higher than the interim grades or module/unit grades you have achieved during your studies to date. We will consider your application if your interim grades are currently slightly lower than the programme's entry requirements and may make you an aspirational offer. This offer would be at the standard level, so you would need to achieve the standard entry requirements by the end of your degree. Specific module requirements would still apply. We will also consider your application if your grades are slightly lower than the programme's entry requirements, if you have at least one of the following: - evidence of significant, relevant work experience (minimum of 10 months) in operations management or supply chain management. If this is the case, please include your CV (curriculum vitae / résumé) when you apply, showing details of your relevant work experience and/or qualifications. Specific module requirements would still apply, which could be met in either undergraduate or postgraduate qualifications. See international equivalent qualifications on the International Office website. |
| Location | Clifton Campus Beacon House Bristol BS8 1QU |
Fees
| England | 18000 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 18000 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 18000 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 18000 GBP for Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | 18000 GBP for Year 1 |
| EU | 33000 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 33000 GBP for Year 1 |
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Founded in 1876, the University of Bristol is one of the UK’s top 10 universities (QS World University Rankings 2026), with a global reputation for world-leading research and academic excellence. As a member of the prestigious Russell Group of research-intensive universities, Bristol also ranks top five in the UK for research (THE analysis of REF 2021).
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