Supply Chain Management (Taught)

Course Overview

This course is taught through block learning. Find out more at https://www.lancashire.ac.uk/study/block-learning

Learn to design sustainable, efficient, and ethical global supply chains that support resilient organisational performance. Accredited by the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport, you will graduate with a globally recognised professional qualification in logistics and supply chain management alongside your master’s degree.

Our MSc Supply Chain Management, co-designed with academic and industry experts, gives you the strategic, analytical, and ethical capability to lead and transform supply chain systems across global industries.

This course is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT), giving it international recognition and strong professional relevance. You will graduate with a master’s degree aligned with global benchmark standards and gain CILT membership with additional professional certifications, strengthening your credibility and supporting your career development.

You’ll study areas such as logistics, operations, procurement, and sustainability, learning how to optimise efficiency, resilience, and ethical performance across complex international networks. Learning is active and applied, combining live business projects, digital simulations, and real-world case studies that reflect the challenges and opportunities of modern supply chain management.

To prepare for the competitive global job market, you’ll earn digital micro-credentials from Microsoft, Google, and LinkedIn, strengthening your CV and demonstrating your expertise in sustainable supply chain leadership and digital transformation.

Why study with us

• You’ll gain CILT accreditation, giving you global professional recognition and a direct pathway into logistics, operations, and supply chain leadership roles.

• You’ll earn digital micro credentials from Microsoft, Google, and LinkedIn, demonstrating your digital capability and commitment to continuous professional development.

• You’ll collaborate with specialists through the Centre for Business Futures, applying research insight to sustainability, digital transformation, and innovation in supply chain management.

What you'll do

• You’ll work on live projects and simulations, applying your learning to manage logistics, procurement, and operations while improving sustainable performance across global supply chains.

• You’ll explore digitalisation, automation, and ethical supply chain management, learning how to balance efficiency, responsibility, and data-informed decision-making.

• You’ll build confidence through coursework assessments, mentoring, and industry engagement, preparing you for analytical and leadership roles in the logistics and supply chain sector.

Future Careers

The MSc Supply Chain Management prepares you for leadership, consultancy, and analytical roles in logistics, procurement, and supply chain management. You’ll graduate equipped to manage operations, influence strategy, and drive sustainable business performance across industries.

Career options include:

• Supply Chain Manager

• Procurement Analyst

• Operations Manager

• Process Improvement Manager

• Sourcing Specialist

• Strategic Procurement Manager

• Supply Chain Data Scientist

• Quality Systems Auditor

• Business Analyst

• Research or Academic Roles

You’ll also benefit from career coaching, employer networking, and structured feedback to help you progress with confidence and clarity.