
Overview
As a student on this course, learn to critically evaluate and apply the most current and imperative topics in the field of supply chain, including Big Data, 3D Printing, IoT, Blockchain-enabled Traceability, ethical sourcing and crowdsourcing and Smart Contracts.
While gaining solid theoretical background students on this course take part in Knowledge Transfer Partnerships (KTP’s) which allow you to work on real projects with prestigious organisations such a BMW Mini, DHL, Eurotunnel and Port of Dover.
You also have access to our ASPIRE centre, a purpose-built entrepreneurial lab where you can develop, plan and launch your own start-up business.
Quants workshop
Kent Business School offers an optional one and half week refresher workshop in Mathematics, Statistics and Excel, prior to the start of this programme.
Industrial Placement
This course is available with the option to undertake an industrial placement ranging from 3 – 12 months depending upon your visa requirements (if applicable), allowing you to gain work experience in the UK or overseas. This option is also available for students wishing to undertake a self-employed placement, or ‘SELFIE’ as it is also known.
While the placements are self-sought, The School offers support to those students seeking an industrial placement, through extra-curricular engagement with our dedicated placements team.
Students considering this option should be aware that they will be required to complete all stage 1 and 2 modules and that there may be additional costs in terms of accommodation, for example.
Career
Our Logistics and Supply Chain Management graduates find work in public and private sectors, both overseas and in the UK, in a wide range of companies and organisations, including:
- Ernst & Young,
- Amazon,
- Lidl,
- Karcher,
- Samsung,
- Nestle,
- Cargill,
- Diasorin,
- Roche,
- Parker Steel
Many of our students also stay local and find job opportunities regionally in small and medium firms or even set-up their own businesses as well-equipped entrepreneurs.
Accreditation
This course is accredited by CILT and CIPS.
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Visit official programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses include:- Consultancy, Negotiations and Research Skills
- Supply Chain Modelling and Analytics
- Warehousing and Global Transportation Management
- Strategic and Sustainable Procurement
- Operations Management and Digital Transformation
- Simulation Modelling
- Logistics and Supply Chain Planning
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Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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There is no fixed application deadline for applications from home/EU students, though we strongly recommend you apply as soon as possible;
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General requirements
A minimum of a second-class UK degree, or an equivalent internationally recognised qualification, in a range of academic subjects will be accepted.
All applicants are considered on an individual basis and additional qualifications, professional qualifications and relevant experience may also be taken into account when considering applications.
All applicants are considered on an individual basis and those without an honours degree may also be considered on the basis of work experience, professional qualifications and the relevance of the programme to their current professional role.
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Visit official programme websiteTuition Fee
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International
21200 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 21200 GBP for the full programme during 12 months. -
National
11400 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 11400 GBP for the full programme during 12 months.
EU: £15900/year
Funding
Kent Business School has a wide range of funding opportunities for postgraduate students, which include Scholarships, Bursaries, the Kent Business School Loyalty Award for University of Kent undergraduates and the KBS Early Bird Discount. The Early Bird equates to a 10% discount on tuition fees (apply by 31 March 2022).
For more information on funding available from Kent Business School, please visit the postgraduate funding page.
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.