Programme description
What you can expect to study
- Plan the movement of goods, information and resources.
- Analyse supply-chain risk, cost and performance.
- Use operations tools to improve complex systems.
University of Birmingham · Birmingham
MSc Supply Chain Management
Studies procurement, logistics, operations and global supply networks. Leads to supply chain, logistics and operations management roles. The programme develops procurement, logistics, operations, inventory, global supply networks and performance improvement. At postgraduate level, the emphasis is on advanced knowledge, critical evaluation and independent professional or research work.
Career direction
Where it may lead
Possible career directions include:
- Supply-chain analyst
- Logistics manager
- Procurement specialist
- Operations planner
Career outcomes depend on experience, professional registration where applicable and the modules completed. We can help you compare the exact curriculum before you apply.
Entry requirements
Can I apply?
- Academic
- 2:1 honours degree or postgraduate diploma
- Sri Lankan qualifications
- Four-year Special or Professional Bachelor's degree: 60-74% or CGPA 3.30/4.0 (B+) for 2:1 courses, 55-59% or CGPA 3.0/4.0 (B) for 2:2 courses
- English (IELTS)
- 6.5 overall, 6.0 in any band
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- We check your eligibility and documents.
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- We help you meet any offer conditions and get your CAS.
- We guide your Student visa application.
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Course information checked October 2026 from the official course page on birmingham.ac.uk. The expanded description is a concise GEC summary based on the course record and subject area; module choices, professional recognition, fees, entry requirements and intakes can change. We confirm the latest details with University of Birmingham before you apply. Global Educational Consultants is an independent consultancy.