Global Supply Chain Management (Taught)

Master the networks that power every industry and develop a critical insight into how organisations operate in the global environment.
In today’s global marketplace, organisations increasingly depend on effective supply chains to remain competitive. Managing global operations, logistics and supply chains is a crucial business function to ensure the timely movement of inventory around the globe.
This Masters degree, designed for recent graduates and early career supply chain professionals, combines the latest thinking and developments in management and supply chain management.
Modules will equip you with an understanding of advanced theories and practical methods needed to analyse emerging issues in global supply chains, while also developing your industry relevant professional skills.
You’ll be taught by internationally recognised academics and business practitioners, providing hands-on analytics and problem-solving skills.
Student profile: Edward Shepherd
“I'd like to highlight the unique diverse nature of the Leeds University Business School; this enabled me to collaborate and gain positive relationships with individuals from across the world, providing me with valuable insight into a range of cultures.”
Edward Shepherd, Global Supply Chain Management, MSc

Why study at Leeds

• Benefit from our connections: Our strong relationships with many academic and business institutions worldwide give you access to the latest updates in management disciplines through guest speakers.

• Gain valuable, real-world insight: You’ll have the opportunity to take part in industry trips to see supply chain logistics in practice and learn from real-life scenarios.

• Global opportunities to broaden your experience: Apply for a place on a week-long international study tour, with company visits, guest lectures and networking events. Previous study tours have included visits to Berlin, Frankfurt, Milan and Zurich.

  Rankings and awards
  Top 10 in the world for Supply Chain Management, QS Business Masters Rankings 2026

Where this degree could take you
Here’s an insight into the job roles some of our graduates have obtained:

• Procurement Officer, Workz

• Analyst, Babytree

• Project Manager, Danfoss

• Global Sourcing Manager, Harry’s

• Procurement Specialist, Xiaomi Corporation

• Security and Facilitation Standards, CAAT

• Research Assistant, University of Leeds

• Project Manager, Bayer

• Subcontracts Associate, KBR Inc.

• Assistant Purchase Manager, Shanghai Miaoerfa Artificial Intelligence Technology

Career support
Top 10 most targeted for 10+ years by the UK's leading employers, The Graduate Market 2026, High Fliers Research
At Leeds, we help you to prepare for your future from day one.
Our Careers Service has the global expertise and sector-spanning industry partnerships that, combined, go way beyond simply helping you get a job. They provide you with the resources you need to upskill and achieve the future you aspire towards – even in the face of lightning-paced change.

Assessment methods emphasise not just knowledge, but essential skills development too.

You’ll be assessed using a range of techniques including exams, group projects, written assignments and essays, in-course assessment, group and individual presentations and reports.