What is Supply Chain Management?

Supply Chain Management (SCM) refers to the strategic coordination and optimization of all operations involved in the production, procurement, transformation, and distribution of products and services from their origin to the end user. In today’s world, there are variety of supply chain management courses and programs for professionals looking to improve their skills and knowledge in this industry. Working individuals may combine their employment responsibilities while earning essential experience in supply chain management through these programs.

What are the career opportunities after an MBA in Supply Chain Management?

There are several employment prospects accessible after earning an MBA in Supply Chain Management (SCM). Supply chain manager, logistics manager, operations manager, procurement manager, demand planner, forecast analyst, supply chain analyst, operations consultant, and strategic source manager are some viable career pathways and employment titles to explore. These job openings are for both part-time and full-time supply chain management positions in the world.

What are the benefits of an MBA in Supply Chain Management?

Supply Chain Management is the key component of business operations and an MBA in Supply chain management opens the door to a variety of high-level career opportunities. Leadership, strategic management, and organisational behaviour are common subjects in an MBA programme. These courses aid in the development of managerial abilities, which are required for making strategic decisions in supply chain management positions.

MBA with Supply Chain Management

MBA with Supply Chain Management,
Awarded by Abertay University, Scotland

Extended Diploma in Supply Chain Management
Awarded by Scottish Qualifications Authority, UK

Certified Supply Chain Management Professional,

Awarded by Chartered Institute of Management, UK

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With the developing complexities in the management of businesses worldwide in the realm of Business, explore a world of opportunities and unlock the future with a MBA with Supply Chain Management at Westford University College.

About MBA with Supply Chain Management

Program Highlights

The MBA with Supply Chain Management offered at Westford University College in partnership with Abertay University, UK aims at providing students with the essential expertise needed to advance their careers in the supply chain and logistics sector. It renders a framework to systematically put the core of the business operations at the centre and get a bird’s eye view of the industry. The program delves into concepts like design thinking to understand the product or service at a granular level and then develops ways to build a supply chain around it.

With this program, learners will learn how supply chain and logistics connect with broader business strategies to drive profitable results. Learners will be prepared for a dynamic business
environment, developing leadership skills and know-how to apply conceptual management theories to real-world scenarios. Learners will gain competencies in critical thinking, strategic reasoning, creative problem solving, and other important skills required to succeed at the highest level.

The MBA with Supply Chain Management is offered in two parts.

Part One: Extended Diploma in Supply Chain and Logistics Management

Part 1 of the program will be offered completely in Online synchronous learning.

On completion of Part One, learners will receive up to 120 credits.

To be awarded the Extended Diploma in Supply Chain Management, the
learner is required to complete all the 6 modules listed below:

	Name of the Module
	Strategic Leadership and HR Practices in Organisations
	Sustainability and Business
	International Marketing Management
	Strategic Management
	Strategic Supply Chain & Logistics Management
	Supply Chain & Logistics in a Global Context

Part Two: MBA with Supply Chain Management- Top up

Part two of the program will be delivered in a blended format with live online Synchronous classes,one-to-one meetings, and optional onsite workshops

On Completion of Part two, Learners will receive 60 credits.

To be awarded the MBA with Supply Chain Management, the learner is required to complete the modules listed below.

	Name of the Module
	Research Methods
	Research Proposal
	Management Investigation (Capstone Project)

Upon completion of Part one and Part two, learners are eligible to receive up to 180 credits for the MBA with Supply Chain Management.

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About Abertay

Abertay University, formerly the University of Abertay Dundee, is a public university in the city of Dundee, Scotland. Abertay is a modern, friendly university in the heart of Dundee, Scotland, with a strong focus on teaching and preparing its graduates for the world of work, combined with excellence in research and knowledge exchange. With roots going back to 1888, Abertay has always responded to the needs of industry, supplying a pipeline of graduate talent to work, lead and innovate across a wide range of sectors. Abertay University prides in offering an inclusive, friendly and welcoming environment for our students and staff alongside first-rate teaching and excellent student experience.An ambitious, forward-thinking institution, it offers degree programmes to prepare students for careers in the modern world. Graduates have gone on to work for organisations including Apple, Google, BBC, Rockstar, Microsoft, Barclays Bank, and Coca Cola, as well as the NHS and government departments.

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About Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA), UK

The Scottish Qualifications Authority – SQA, sponsored by the Scottish Government’s Learning Directorate, has two primary roles: accreditation and qualifications. It accredits credentials other than degrees and approves and guarantees quality to notify bodies that intend to admit individuals for such qualifications. The awarding body, on the other hand, refers to the development and implementation, validation, evaluation, qualifications, and to ensuring that they are up to date and also that certificates are issued to candidates. Under these functions, the SQA provides a variety of services for companies and training providers, from training courses and central approvals to personalized awards, credit scores, and licensing services.

WHY SQA:

SQA Qualifications are recognised worldwide.
Qualifications provide clear educational and employment progression pathways and are supported by the industry.
Provides vocational skills specific to particular occupations or sectors.
Each SQA qualification is benchmarked against qualifications on the Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF).

About Chartered Management Institute (CMI), UK

The Chartered Management Institute (CMI) works with business and education to inspire people to become skilled, confident, and successful managers and leaders. Chartered Management Institute is the only chartered professional body dedicated to promoting the highest standards in management and leadership excellence. Over 100,000 managers use CMI’s unique services daily. Organizations like Jaguar, Land Rover, Royal Bank of Scotland, Fujitsu, Allianz, Silverstone, Royal Air Force, London South Bank and Royal College of Physicians use Chartered Management Institute certifications for certifying their professionals.

About Certified Supply Chain Management Professional:

A two-month professional program designed in association with the Chartered Management Institute (CMI), which helps professionals in attaining a certificate of Certified Supply Chain Management Professional from the Chartered Management Institute, UK.

For the past few decades’ rapid evolutions of innovative concepts and techniques in Supply Chain Management have made organizations constantly enhance the skills of their staff. This program covers key practices of forecasting, planning, procurement, transportation, systems thinking, cold storage, operations, warehousing, and logistics.

WHY CMI:

Upon completion of the program, learners will receive the Extended Diploma in Supply Chain Management by the Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA), UK, the MBA with Supply Chain Management from Abertay University, Scotland along with the “Certified Supply Chain Management Professional” certificate from the Chartered Management Institute (CMI), UK.

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