Find out more about studying MSc Logistics Management at Southampton, Solent University? We've gathered all the key details, entry requirements, modules, fees, and more. Take the next step by booking an open day to explore it for yourself.
MSc - Master of Science
Main Campus
Full Time
Oct 2027
1 Year
Build the knowledge, skills and confidence to develop expertise across key areas of operations management, logistics and supply chain strategies within a global risk context. The modern global business landscape and contemporary geo-political challenges have shown us that resources, logistics and supply chains are more important than ever before. The discipline of logistics and supply chain management has gained greater attention in recent times, especially in the aftermath of the Covid-19 pandemic. This course is in direct response to the industry need for graduates with specialised knowledge and education in logistics management. Throughout the course, you'll develop your understanding of modern supply chains and the issues companies face in managing them in these challenging and turbulent times. You'll also explore the issues faced by organisations in managing their logistics and be able to evaluate the impact of supply chain decisions on the success of an organisation. On completion of the course, you'll be equipped with the necessary skills to analyse modern business logistics and supply chain challenges, and to develop value-adding sustainable strategies.
This module will allow you to build a strong foundation of academic, personal and professional development skills that will ensure success in the workplace. Throughout the module you'll develop a stronger reflective awareness of what your skills are, how they can be put into action to ensure your professional success, and where improvements can be made through a clear plan of action. You'll also develop a confident grasp of the study skills you need to succeed at master's level. This is a must-pass module.
Supply chain management is an approach to managing the entire supply chain involving the seamless flow of goods, services and information from suppliers to end users. This module will equip you with a solid foundation in supply chains and how they contribute to business success.
This module consists of two parts: Research Methods and Final Major Project. The Research Methods element will develop your skills of inquiry and management research required for your Final Major Project, resulting in a project proposal used as the basis for your Final Major Project. For your Final Major Project, you'll have the opportunity to apply your research and analytical skills to an area of your interest within the field of business/management, as defined in your project proposal.
Combining theory and practice, this module will help you develop and enhance your own strategic leadership qualities. You'll gain a clear understanding of contemporary issues of leadership and will be supported towards a career in business management enabling you to apply knowledge and understanding of business and management to complex, dynamic issues and situations that will arise in your working environment.
This module explores the role and purpose of strategic operations management within an organisation. You'll explore the major principles of operations management and critically analyse how these are applied in different organisations. You'll begin to develop an understanding of the challenges associated with the management of operations and will be equipped with the theoretical knowledge of key areas in strategic operations management, with the opportunity for practical application to examples from industry.
Accommodation (Non en-suite rooms) - Starting 113.40 per week
