StudyQA — Master: Supply Chain Management — Dublin Institute of Technology

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There is a growing recognition of the importance of logistics and Supply Chain managemnt issues in companies in Ireland. The necessary improvemnets cannot be achieved without properly educated and trained "supply chain professionals". There is a prime need for the best young brains to provide a fresh, innovative impetus. In support of this need the MSc in Supply Chain Management provides training and education of a high academic standard and relevant to modern industry. This full-time programme allows graduates, often with limited practical experience, to gain an MSc in Supply Chain Management by following a structured programme of modules which address both the theoretical and applied aspects of the subject. The M.Sc. in Supply Chain Management is aimed at the "high-flyers" who will be the world-class managers of the future.
The aim of the full-time M.Sc programme is to develop these professionals - the leaders of change and business improvement in manufacturing, process, retail, transport and logistics service companies. IT achieves this thorugh board-based vocational postgraduate education, providing the student with a thorough knowldege of and competence in the key elements of logistics and Supply Chain Management. the overall learning outcomes of the programme are to:

* provide participants with a detailed knowldege of the theory and practice of SCM

* develop graduates to contribute effectively to multi-discipline teamwork aimed at radical improvements in supply chain capability

* prepare graduates of all disciplines for a variety of roles in SCM; and

* provide personal developement opportunities for students in parallel with thier meeting career development objectives.

Compulsory Modules:

* Introduction to Supply Chain Management

* Understanding Customer Service

* Production Planning and Control

* Physical Distribution Management

* Financial Managemnt Fundamentals

* Information Technology in the Supply Chain

* Project Management

* Business Strategy

Optional Modules:

* AnalysisOrganisations

* Change Management

* Managerial Behaviour and Effectiveness

* HRM in the Supply Chain

* Quality Management Philosophy

All students will also participate in Research Methods which will assist them in the developement of their dissertation.

Assessment Assessment is beased on post-module assignments and the major project and associated dissertation. After attendance at each module, participants undertake a related assignment aimed at demonstrating both theoretical knowledged and industry best practice, and the resulting reports are marked and assessed by the NITL tutor. Each M.Sc. candidate also undertakes a major Project which accounts for 50% of the credit towards the Masters degree. The projhect will be based on either,

1. a piece of relevant research carried out by the student
2. a relevant company-based supply chain improvement initiative.
To achieve a Masters degree, participants must complete 9 assessed modules (i.e. fully attend and submit satisfactory post module assignments). M.Sc. candidates must aslo satisfy the examiners in their project, diseertation and an associated oral examination. the DIT Examination Board ensures that the course achieves the high acadamic standards expected of a post-graduate course at an Irish University.

Participants are either degree holders in any discipline (2.2 grade or higher) or equivalent. All are expected to have at least three years relevant work experience, and to fit the profile of a manager or technical professional needing balanced logistics, technology, operational management and business capabilities. The programme is relevant to businesses of every kind and size. English Language Requirements IELTS band: 6 CAE score: (read more) Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) is part of the Cambridge English suite and is targeted at a high level (IETLS 6.5-8.0). It is an international English language exam set at the right level for academic and professional success. Developed by Cambridge English Language Assessment - part of the University of Cambridge - it helps you stand out from the crowd as a high achiever. 80 (Grade A) TOEFL paper-based test score : 550