MSc Supply Chain and Analytics at Queen's University Belfast

Programme overview

A one-year full-time MSc that equips students with qualitative and quantitative skills to manage supply chains using AI and business analytics. It focuses on business analytics, digital technologies, AI and supply chain management, with emphasis on tools and practices that improve the productivity, sustainability and resilience of operations and supply chains.

What you will study

Analysing operations and making evidence-based decisions, designing sustainable supply chain strategies and processes, managing relationships in global supply chains, and managing risk and resilience. Includes a Supply Chain and Analytics Capstone (an online team simulation), a Developing Careers and Employability Skills module, and a dissertation with three pathways: consultancy-based, analytical problem-solving, or internship-based.

Career pathways

Typical careers include Purchasing Manager, Supply Chain Manager, Operations Manager, Logistics Manager, Business Analyst and Consultant.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Normally a 2.2 Honours degree or equivalent in any discipline. Applicants from diverse backgrounds are welcome, and previous managerial work experience may be considered alongside lower academic qualifications. Apply ideally no later than 13 August 2027. International applicants pay a deposit (GBP 1,000 for non-EU and EU except ROI) to secure a place. English language for international applicants: IELTS 6.0 with at least 5.5 in any component (taken within the last 2 years), or an equivalent qualification.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,800 a year (2027/28). Northern Ireland and Republic of Ireland rate Source

International applicants: GBP 27,800 a year (2027/28). International and EU Other rate as listed (page notes a GBP 10,000 discount for September 2027 entry, see terms and conditions) Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 1 year full-time

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