Operations and Supply Chain Management

In a world where global networks underpin business success, effective operations and supply chain management are vital.

This course equips you with the strategic, analytical and technical expertise needed to thrive in this fast-evolving field. You’ll explore how businesses like Amazon, Airbus, Apple and Zara build competitive advantage through agile, data-driven operations and resilient supply chains. Drawing on cutting-edge research and industry insights, this course blends management strategy with hands-on technical learning in areas such as Industry 4.0, enterprise systems, procurement, logistics, sustainability and resilience.

Delivered by experienced tutors and industry practitioners, we place an emphasis on real-world application through live case studies, masterclasses and practical projects. Whether you’re preparing to accelerate your current career or pivot into a new sector, this course empowers you to shape the future of global operations and supply chain strategy.

• Double accreditation - Gain recognition from both the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) and the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT), boosting your professional credibility and enhancing your global employability upon graduation.
• Industry-connected learning - Benefit from guest lectures, masterclasses and live case studies developed through active partnerships with global companies, offering you direct exposure to real-world challenges and best practice.
• Hands-on SAP experience - Develop practical digital skills with industry-standard tools like SAP enterprise systems, preparing you to manage and optimise data-driven operations and supply chain processes.
• Research-led teaching - Learn from tutors engaged in cutting-edge research and Knowledge Transfer Partnerships. Their insights from live projects ensure that your learning reflects the latest industry trends and innovations.
• Global perspective - Experience a curriculum grounded in international business practice, informed by a diverse teaching team with global expertise and research networks across continents.
• Career-focused curriculum - Designed with employability at its core, the course blends technical expertise with leadership, strategy and analytical thinking, equipping you for impactful roles in global organisations.