MSc Global Operations and Supply Chain Management
- MSc
Overview
This specialist programme will appeal to graduates aiming for a managerial or consulting career within global operations, logistics or supply chain management in the private, public or third sector. You will learn how to manage and improve global supply chain operations and develop an appreciation of its role and function in the context of international organisations.
This programme examines the effects of global trade and business and the significance of grand challenges, such as increasing digitalisation and innovation in product and service development, international environmental sustainability regulation, and corporate social responsibility and ethics issues.
The programme reflects contemporary themes and developments within operations and supply chain management. You will explore how global supply chains are managed and will acquire the skills and confidence to challenge, innovate and solve problems.
We enjoy close links with industry, government and voluntary sectors, providing opportunities to engage with supply chain professionals. You will hear from sector experts in guest lectures, and there may be the option to participate in a live consulting project with a client organisation.
The knowledge and skills you gain will give you a competitive advantage in your future career. This programme is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS). This means that on completion of the programme, students with the required work experience can apply to become full members of CIPS without taking further examinations.
A large percentage of our Business and Management research is rated as world-leading or internationally excellent (REF 2021), reflecting its impact on shaping policy and practice.
Programme structure
The programme consists of compulsory taught units and a dissertation or applied extended project.
Visit our programme catalogue for full details of the structure and unit content for our MSc in Global Operations and Supply Chain Management.
Entry requirements
You will typically need an upper second-class honours degree or an international equivalent in any subject.
We will consider your application if your interim grades are currently slightly lower than the programme's entry requirements and may make you an aspirational offer. This offer would be at the standard level, so you would need to achieve the standard entry requirements by the end of your degree.
If your achieved grade is lower than our entry requirements, your application may be more likely to receive an offer if you have additional relevant work experience or qualifications. If you have at least one of the following, please include your CV (curriculum vitae / résumé) when you apply, showing either a relevant postgraduate qualification OR evidence of relevant work experience (5 years minimum) in:
- Business and Corporate Management
- Finance and Accounting
- Marketing and Sales
- Operations and Logistics
- Public Sector or Nonprofit Administration
- Human Resources
- Project Management
- Data and Analytics.
See international equivalent qualifications on the International Office website.
Read the programme admissions statement for important information on entry requirements, the application process and supporting documents required.
If English is not your first language, you will need to reach the requirements outlined in our profile level B.
Further information about English language requirements and profile levels.
Fees and funding
- Home: full-time
- £18,500 per year
- Overseas: full-time
- £33,900 per year
Fees are subject to an annual review. For programmes that last longer than one year, please budget for up to an 8% increase in fees each year.
More about tuition fees, living costs and financial support.
Alumni discount
University of Bristol students and graduates can benefit from a 25% reduction in tuition fees for postgraduate study. Check your eligibility for an alumni discount.
Funding and scholarships
The Business School is offering a range of scholarships for master's students starting in 2026.
Scholarships for International Students include Think Big Scholarships and Think Big Career Accelerator Scholarships.
Scholarships for Home (UK) Students include the Business School Advance Scholarship.
Further information on funding for prospective UK and international postgraduate students.
Career prospects
Bristol has an excellent reputation with employers worldwide, and our graduates are in high demand. We are ranked among the top 50 universities globally and 7th in the UK for graduate employability (QS Graduate Employability Rankings 2022).
Graduates from this programme are well-equipped for a variety of careers across sectors such as manufacturing, retail, e-commerce, international transportation, and third-party logistics firms. The diverse skill set gained prepares them for key roles in supply chain management, operations, and logistics.
Our graduates also often pursue careers in consultancy firms and software development companies, focusing on areas like distribution network planning, transportation, and purchasing. Typical roles include supply chain analyst, operations strategist, junior management consultant, logistics planner, project manager, production planner, inventory manager, and purchasing manager. Alumni have been placed in leading companies such as Airbus, Amcor, Coca-cola, DHL, Li Auto, SF Supply Chain, etc., in recent years, where they contribute to optimising supply chains, improving efficiency, and driving sustainability initiatives.
What sets this programme apart is the integration of real-world experience. Our postgraduate students are given opportunities to engage with industry, expand their professional networks, and develop the skills necessary to thrive in their careers while studying. This combination of academic knowledge and practical exposure ensures that our graduates stand out from the crowd, ready to make an impact in their chosen fields. Find out more about the options available for this programme on the Professional Liaison Network web pages.
Contact us
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