Special Executive Masters Program In Supply Chain Management

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The Special Executive Masters Program in Supply Chain Management aims to equip professionals with advanced knowledge and strategic skills in logistics, procurement, and supply chain optimization. This program empowers graduates to lead and innovate in the fast-evolving field of supply chain management, driving efficiency and competitiveness in global markets.

The Programme offers an efficient approach to learning beyond traditional classrooms. The course emphasises real-world applications through case studies, business simulations, and 100% project-based learning, allowing participants to practice what they learn in a controlled environment before applying it to their roles.

The Special Executive Masters Program In Supply Chain Management allows you to achieve the qualification in 6 months. It is a fast track to new opportunities and enhanced career prospects.

This programme aims to deliver a practical and realistic skill-based study programme to enhance your understanding of the supply chain and logistics function, its challenges and key strategies for success, which is supported by appropriate reference to theoretical and conceptual analysis.

Accreditation

All MSBM courses are accredited by the relevant partners and awarding bodies. Please refer to MSBM accreditation in about us for more details.

Entry Requirements

There are no strict entry requirements for this course. Work experience will be added advantage to understanding the content of the course.

Course Modules

This module provides the most critical information about the study course and assignment submission.

Navigating the MSBM Study Portal

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Course Structure and Guidelines

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Interacting with Lectures/Learning Components

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VIDEO - How to Avoid Plagiarism in Your Writing

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Harvard Referencing Style Guide

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How to Summarise - Assignment Guide

Downloadable material to advance your understanding of this module.
Summarising, Paraphrasing, Quotation for your Assignment

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Supply Chain Planning

This lecture explains the concept of supply chain
VIDEO - Collaborative Forecasting in Retail

Watch this video to gain further insight.
Supply Chain Planning Models and Approaches

This module explains the benefits of supply chain planning
VIDEO - How Walmart uses blockchain technology

Watch this video to gain further insight.
Designing Supply Chain Networks

This module explains the concept of supply chain network
VIDEO - Amazon Supply Chain Optimization Technologies

Watch this video to gain further insight.
Inventory Control and Management Approaches

This module elaborates the concept of inventory and management approaches
SCM Quality Management System

This module introduces the learner to quality management system, six sigma, tools and methodologies
VIDEO - Quality Management System - LineWorks SQM

Watch this video to gain further insight.
Managing supply chain risks and alliances

This lecture explores supply chain performance
VIDEO - How to mitigate Supply Chain Risk By Aerospace Alloys

Watch this video to gain further insight.
Sustainability in Supply Chain and Operations Management

This lecture elaborates on operations management in supply chain
VIDEO - The Importance of Sustainable Supply Chain - HSBC

Watch this video to gain further insight.
Supply Chain Management

Put your knowledge to the test with this quiz. Read each question carefully and choose the response that you feel is correct.

Globalization and Economic Development

Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic.
Nature of Multinational Enterprises & Their Role In Globalisation

Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic.
Understanding International Business Systems

Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic.
Business of Foreign Markets and Their Impact on Business Decisions

Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic.
Understanding Economic Blocks and Consequences of this Development

Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic.
QUIZ - GLOBAL BUSINESS ENTERPRISES

Put your knowledge to the test with this quiz. Read each question carefully and choose the response that you feel is correct.

VIDEO - Logistics and Transportation

Watch this video to gain further insight.
Concepts and Issues in Logistics Management

This lecture explains the concepts and issues in logistics management
VIDEO - 1PL, 2PL, 3PL, 4PL and 5PL Logistics Providers

Watch this video to gain further insight.
Modes of Transportation and Logistics Infrastructure

This lecture explores the modes of transportation and logistics infrastructure
Legal and Contractual Aspects of Logistics

This lecture elaborates on the legal and contractual aspects of logistics
VIDEO - Incoterms® 2020 Explained

Watch this video to gain further insight.
Trade Agreements And Contract Documentation In Logistics

This lecture teaches trade agreements and custom bonds
VIDEO - International Shipping Documents

Watch this video to gain further insight.
Introduction to Warehousing

This lecture defines the concept of warehousing
Warehouse Layout Design and Handling Equipment

This lecture explores the concept of warehouse layout
VIDEO - F.A.C.T. Principles of Warehouse Design

Watch this video to gain further insight.
Warehouse operations management

This lecture teaches the learner the various processes of warehouse operations management
Packaging Optimization For Logistics

This lecture explores packaging optimization for logistics
VIDEO - Inside Amazon's Smart Warehouse

Watch this video to gain further insight.
QUIZ - Logistics Management

Put your knowledge to the test with this quiz. Read each question carefully and choose the response that you feel is correct.

VIDEO - Rethinking Sustainability in the Supply Chain

Watch this video to gain further insight.
Understanding The Nature Of Sustainable Supply Chain

This lecture guides the learner to understanding the nature of sustainable supply chain
VIDEO - 17 Goals to Transform Our World - United Nations

Watch this video to gain further insight.
Managing Sustainable Supply Chain

This lecture explores sustainable supply chain performance
VIDEO - Sustainable Design: Life-Cycle Thinking

Watch this video to gain further insight.
Green Supply Chain Management

This lecture introduces green supply chain management
VIDEO - 7 Branded Products with Unique Eco-friendly Packaging

Watch this video to gain further insight.
Recycling and waste management in Supply Chain

This lecture focuses on recycling and waste management in supply chain
VIDEO - Circular Economy by CHEP

Watch this video to gain further insight.
Supply Chain Sustainability Measures

This module defines supply chain sustainability
VIDEO - How do Businesses Measure Sustainability

Watch this video to gain further insight.
Sustainability Reporting Standards

This module introduces sustainability reporting standards
VIDEO - Sustainability reporting with the GRI Standards

Watch this video to gain further insight.
QUIZ - Sustainable Operations Management

Put your knowledge to the test with this quiz. Read each question carefully and choose the response that you feel is correct.

The module seeks to provide learners with a thorough understanding of procurement and supply management from a strategic, technological, process and relationship perspective. The goal is to provide insights on the role of procurement within supply chain management, the tools and techniques to assess sourcing options, the negotiation and contractual issues encountered with suppliers, effective supplier relationship management and technological enablers in procurement.

How to Craft a Procurement Strategy

Watch this video to gain further insight.
Key Concepts in Procurement and Supply Management

This module explains the concept of procurement, purchasing and supply management
VIDEO - Global Sourcing in Procurement

Watch this video to gain further insight.
Supply and Procurement: Functions and Context

This lecture elaborates on the concept of supply and procurement
VIDEO - Procurement Framework - Case Study

Watch this video to gain further insight.
Supplier Selection Criteria in Supply Chain Management

This lecture elaborates on the concept of supply chain management
VIDEO - Vendor Selection Process

Watch this video to gain further insight.
Supply Chain Analysis Tools And Models

This lecture explains the tools and models of supply chain
VIDEO - Spend Analysis - Case Study

Watch this video to gain further insight.
Purchasing Approaching and Documentation

This lecture explores purchasing documents
VIDEO - Purchasing Process Overview In SAP BUSINES ONE

Watch this video to gain further insight.
Legal Aspects of Purchasing Management

This lecture explores the legal issues of purchasing management
VIDEO - Business Wales Tendering - Background and Overview of the Procurement Process

Watch this video to gain further insight.
Purchasing Contracts

This lecture defines the concept of purchasing agent
Negotiations in Procurement and Supply Chain Management

This module explains the concept of negotiation in procurement and supply chain management
VIDEO - Tips on Contract Negotiation

Watch this video to gain further insight.
Dynamics of Supplier Relationships Management

This module elaborates on the dynamics of supplier relationships management
VIDEO - The Concept of Supplier Relationship Management

Watch this video to gain further insight.
QUIZ - Procurement and Supply Chain Management

Put your knowledge to the test with this quiz. Read each question carefully and choose the response that you feel is correct.

The aim of this module is to develop learners’ understanding of research principles including the formulation of research proposals, literature reviews, referencing, data collection using interviews and surveys, questionnaire design, statistical analysing using SPSS, qualitative data, and methods for drawing conclusions from the analysed data.

Research Philosophies and Principles
VIDEO - Overview of the Research Onion

Watch this video to gain further insight.
Selecting a Research Topic
Searching and Reviewing Literature
VIDEO - How to write a Literature Review

Watch this video to gain further insight.
Developing conceptual Framework
PDF - How to create a Conceptual Framework

Downloadable material to advance your understanding of this module.
Research Strategy and Design
Research Methods I

Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic.
Research Methods II

Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic.
PDF - How Observation is Used As a Research Method

Downloadable material to advance your understanding of this module.
Research Methods: Data Analysis

Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic.
Research Proposal and Writing Up
Research Ethics

Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic.
QUIZ - Advanced Business Research Methods

Put your knowledge to the test with this quiz. Read each question carefully and choose the response that you feel is correct.

Workshops

This is a self-study programme with unlimited tutor support. You will never be more than a message or phone call away from our tutors.

Workshops are conducted by live webinars for online students.

Classroom workshops are available if there is a local branch in your country. Speak to our course advisors on this subject.

Visa Requirements

There is no Visa requirement for this programme.

The Special Executive Masters Program In Supply Chain Management allows you to achieve the qualification in 6 months. It is a fast track to new opportunities and enhanced career prospects.

The Special Executive Masters Program In Supply Chain Management qualification aims to develop a deep understanding of the concepts, strategies and analytics for successful supply chain and logistics planning, design and implementation.

Course Details:

Supply Chain Management: Explore modern supply chain management's core principles and practices, focusing on the efficient and effective flow of goods and services.

Global Business Enterprise: Gain insights into the dynamics of international commerce and the impact of global trends on supply chain strategies.

Managing Logistic Operations: Learn to oversee and streamline logistic operations to ensure smooth and cost-effective transportation, storage, and distribution of goods.

Operations Sustainability: Understand how sustainability practices can be integrated into supply chain operations to promote environmental responsibility and ethical sourcing.

Procurement Management: Dive into the procurement process, from sourcing to vendor management, focusing on building strong supplier relationships and optimizing costs.

Research Methods: Acquire the skills to conduct rigorous research in supply chain management, analyzing data to inform strategic decisions and identify opportunities for improvement.

Assessment: GP

Upon finishing the coursework, students must complete a graduation project(GP) that combines and utilises the knowledge acquired across different modules. This qualification embodies current practices in Supply Chain Management and helps learners deepen and broaden their understanding of the field at an advanced level.

Programme Structure and Credits:

This programme comprises 6 modules with 30 ECTS and 1 GP of 30 ECTS.

This module provides the most critical information about the study course and assignment submission.

Navigating the MSBM Study Portal

Watch this video to gain further insight.
Course Structure and Guidelines

Watch this video to gain further insight.
Interacting with Lectures/Learning Components

Watch this video to gain further insight.
VIDEO - How to Avoid Plagiarism in Your Writing

Watch this video to gain further insight.
Harvard Referencing Style Guide

Watch this video to gain further insight.
How to Summarise - Assignment Guide

Downloadable material to advance your understanding of this module.
Summarising, Paraphrasing, Quotation for your Assignment

Downloadable material to advance your understanding of this module.

Supply Chain Planning

This lecture explains the concept of supply chain
VIDEO - Collaborative Forecasting in Retail

Watch this video to gain further insight.
Supply Chain Planning Models and Approaches

This module explains the benefits of supply chain planning
VIDEO - How Walmart uses blockchain technology

Watch this video to gain further insight.
Designing Supply Chain Networks

This module explains the concept of supply chain network
VIDEO - Amazon Supply Chain Optimization Technologies

Watch this video to gain further insight.
Inventory Control and Management Approaches

This module elaborates the concept of inventory and management approaches
SCM Quality Management System

This module introduces the learner to quality management system, six sigma, tools and methodologies
VIDEO - Quality Management System - LineWorks SQM

Watch this video to gain further insight.
Managing supply chain risks and alliances

This lecture explores supply chain performance
VIDEO - How to mitigate Supply Chain Risk By Aerospace Alloys

Watch this video to gain further insight.
Sustainability in Supply Chain and Operations Management

This lecture elaborates on operations management in supply chain
VIDEO - The Importance of Sustainable Supply Chain - HSBC

Watch this video to gain further insight.
Supply Chain Management

Put your knowledge to the test with this quiz. Read each question carefully and choose the response that you feel is correct.

Globalization and Economic Development

Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic.
Nature of Multinational Enterprises & Their Role In Globalisation

Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic.
Understanding International Business Systems

Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic.
Business of Foreign Markets and Their Impact on Business Decisions

Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic.
Understanding Economic Blocks and Consequences of this Development

Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic.
QUIZ - GLOBAL BUSINESS ENTERPRISES

Put your knowledge to the test with this quiz. Read each question carefully and choose the response that you feel is correct.

VIDEO - Logistics and Transportation

Watch this video to gain further insight.
Concepts and Issues in Logistics Management

This lecture explains the concepts and issues in logistics management
VIDEO - 1PL, 2PL, 3PL, 4PL and 5PL Logistics Providers

Watch this video to gain further insight.
Modes of Transportation and Logistics Infrastructure

This lecture explores the modes of transportation and logistics infrastructure
Legal and Contractual Aspects of Logistics

This lecture elaborates on the legal and contractual aspects of logistics
VIDEO - Incoterms® 2020 Explained

Watch this video to gain further insight.
Trade Agreements And Contract Documentation In Logistics

This lecture teaches trade agreements and custom bonds
VIDEO - International Shipping Documents

Watch this video to gain further insight.
Introduction to Warehousing

This lecture defines the concept of warehousing
Warehouse Layout Design and Handling Equipment

This lecture explores the concept of warehouse layout
VIDEO - F.A.C.T. Principles of Warehouse Design

Watch this video to gain further insight.
Warehouse operations management

This lecture teaches the learner the various processes of warehouse operations management
Packaging Optimization For Logistics

This lecture explores packaging optimization for logistics
VIDEO - Inside Amazon's Smart Warehouse

Watch this video to gain further insight.
QUIZ - Logistics Management

Put your knowledge to the test with this quiz. Read each question carefully and choose the response that you feel is correct.

VIDEO - Rethinking Sustainability in the Supply Chain

Watch this video to gain further insight.
Understanding The Nature Of Sustainable Supply Chain

This lecture guides the learner to understanding the nature of sustainable supply chain
VIDEO - 17 Goals to Transform Our World - United Nations

Watch this video to gain further insight.
Managing Sustainable Supply Chain

This lecture explores sustainable supply chain performance
VIDEO - Sustainable Design: Life-Cycle Thinking

Watch this video to gain further insight.
Green Supply Chain Management

This lecture introduces green supply chain management
VIDEO - 7 Branded Products with Unique Eco-friendly Packaging

Watch this video to gain further insight.
Recycling and waste management in Supply Chain

This lecture focuses on recycling and waste management in supply chain
VIDEO - Circular Economy by CHEP

Watch this video to gain further insight.
Supply Chain Sustainability Measures

This module defines supply chain sustainability
VIDEO - How do Businesses Measure Sustainability

Watch this video to gain further insight.
Sustainability Reporting Standards

This module introduces sustainability reporting standards
VIDEO - Sustainability reporting with the GRI Standards

Watch this video to gain further insight.
QUIZ - Sustainable Operations Management

Put your knowledge to the test with this quiz. Read each question carefully and choose the response that you feel is correct.

How to Craft a Procurement Strategy

Watch this video to gain further insight.
Key Concepts in Procurement and Supply Management

This module explains the concept of procurement, purchasing and supply management
VIDEO - Global Sourcing in Procurement

Watch this video to gain further insight.
Supply and Procurement: Functions and Context

This lecture elaborates on the concept of supply and procurement
VIDEO - Procurement Framework - Case Study

Watch this video to gain further insight.
Supplier Selection Criteria in Supply Chain Management

This lecture elaborates on the concept of supply chain management
VIDEO - Vendor Selection Process

Watch this video to gain further insight.
Supply Chain Analysis Tools And Models

This lecture explains the tools and models of supply chain
VIDEO - Spend Analysis - Case Study

Watch this video to gain further insight.
Purchasing Approaching and Documentation

This lecture explores purchasing documents
VIDEO - Purchasing Process Overview In SAP BUSINES ONE

Watch this video to gain further insight.
Legal Aspects of Purchasing Management

This lecture explores the legal issues of purchasing management
VIDEO - Business Wales Tendering - Background and Overview of the Procurement Process

Watch this video to gain further insight.
Purchasing Contracts

This lecture defines the concept of purchasing agent
Negotiations in Procurement and Supply Chain Management

This module explains the concept of negotiation in procurement and supply chain management
VIDEO - Tips on Contract Negotiation

Watch this video to gain further insight.
Dynamics of Supplier Relationships Management

This module elaborates on the dynamics of supplier relationships management
VIDEO - The Concept of Supplier Relationship Management

Watch this video to gain further insight.
QUIZ - Procurement and Supply Chain Management

Put your knowledge to the test with this quiz. Read each question carefully and choose the response that you feel is correct.

Research Philosophies and Principles
VIDEO - Overview of the Research Onion

Watch this video to gain further insight.
Selecting a Research Topic
Searching and Reviewing Literature
VIDEO - How to write a Literature Review

Watch this video to gain further insight.
Developing conceptual Framework
PDF - How to create a Conceptual Framework

Downloadable material to advance your understanding of this module.
Research Strategy and Design
Research Methods I

Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic.
Research Methods II

Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic.
PDF - How Observation is Used As a Research Method

Downloadable material to advance your understanding of this module.
Research Methods: Data Analysis

Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic.
Research Proposal and Writing Up
Research Ethics

Self-paced pre-recorded learning content on this topic.
QUIZ - Advanced Business Research Methods

Put your knowledge to the test with this quiz. Read each question carefully and choose the response that you feel is correct.