Course overview
Advance specialist knowledge through career-focused postgraduate study.
Study global supply networks, operations improvement, procurement, logistics, resilience, sustainability and leadership through flexible online learning.
Course overview
This CIPS- and CILT-accredited online Master's develops advanced supply-chain expertise for professionals managing complex international operations and relationships.
Programme structure
Published duration: 2 years part-time. The detailed curriculum is organised below by route or stage.
Study pattern
Flexible part-time distance learning is delivered online across weekly units.
Curriculum
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01Online modules
Level 7
Online modules
Level 7
- Developing Leadership Capability for Professional Practice
- Global Supply Chain and Operations Improvement
- Strategic Supply Chain Relationship and Innovation
- Strategic Procurement and International Logistics
- Research Methods and Analytics for Business Practice
- Supply Chain Sustainability, Risk and Resilience Management
- The Newcastle Business School Masters Dissertation (60 credits)
- Academic Language Skills for Post-Graduate Business Students (0 credits)
Module availability and content may change as part of the provider’s ongoing academic review.
Assessment
Practical ways to show what you know.
Flexible online teaching uses tutorials, lectures, practical activity, video, text, interactive tasks and guided independent study.
Assessment is through coursework such as reports, presentations, technical exercises and collaborative or individual projects; the published online routes do not use examinations.
Each module is divided into manageable weekly units, with tutor guidance and access to online learning resources.
Entry requirements
Your route onto the course.
Academic entry
- A minimum UK 2:2 honours degree from a recognised university in any discipline, or an accepted equivalent qualification, is normally required.
- Relevant qualifications and professional experience may be considered individually.
English language
- IELTS 6.5 with no individual element below 5.5, or an accepted equivalent.
Route notes
- The online programme does not currently provide Student visa sponsorship.
International and non-standard entry
Equivalent international qualifications and non-standard applicants are considered against the current published requirements for the chosen route.
Application documents
- Completed application form.
- Qualification certificates and transcripts, with certified translations where required.
- Evidence of English-language ability where applicable.
- Personal statement, CV and evidence of relevant professional experience where requested.
Fees & funding
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2026/27 reduced online fee; published original cost £11,250
Fees should be reconfirmed for the selected intake before enrolment.
Tuition does not normally include optional books, stationery, printing, equipment, accommodation, living costs or travel.
Funding your study
Eligible UK students may be able to access postgraduate funding, subject to the exact course route and personal circumstances.
What you’ll achieve
Skills for ideas that move forward.
Improve global supply-chain performance through procurement, logistics and relationship strategy.
Evaluate resilience, sustainability and risk using research and analytics.
Career opportunities
Where this course can take you.
Career outcomes depend on your experience, further training and the requirements of each role.
Potential career directions
- Supply chain manager
- Logistics manager
- Procurement manager
- Operations manager
- Supply chain analyst
- Global sourcing specialist
Frequently asked questions
Course questions.
How is this course delivered?
The course is delivered online and studied part-time.
When can I start?
Published start months are January, April, July, October.
Who awards the qualification?
The awarding university is Northumbria University.