MSc Supply Chain Management at University of Brighton

Our accredited Supply Chain Management MSc provides a comprehensive and forward-looking understanding of how organisations operate within today’s rapidly transforming global business environment. The strategic importance of supply chains has become increasingly evident in recent years, as global networks continue to adapt to external shocks, geopolitical uncertainty, sustainability imperatives, and disruptive technological change.

Faculty: School of Business and Law  |  Department: Business and Management  |  Duration: full-time: 1 year or 2 years with placement; part-time: 2–3 years  |  Study mode: full-time / part-time (optional placement year)  |  Intake: September and January start date  |  Location: Brighton, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

This MSc is designed for graduates from any academic background, whether or not they have prior work experience. The programme blends academic learning with industry-focused activities – such as case studies, guest lectures from supply chain professionals, possible company visits and an optional paid placement year – to fully prepare you for a successful career in supply chain and logistics management. Modules include Procurement, Operations Management, Global Supply Chain and Finance, Supply Chain Analytics, Information Systems for Supply Chain Management, Research Methodologies and Methods, Supply Chain Management, Research for Professional Contexts.

Career pathways

Supply chain management is a wide-ranging discipline that encompasses numerous professional roles and functional areas across virtually every sector of the economy. Graduates of this MSc are well-equipped for careers in transport and logistics, procurement, planning, operations and data-driven supply chain analysis.

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