COURSE CURRICULUM

The Global Strategic Supply Chain Management module is a 20-credit core component of the MSc Global Operations and Supply Chain Management programme, designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of how organisations develop and manage supply chain strategies in an increasingly complex global environment. The module focuses on the complete end-to-end supply chain process, enabling students to explore how businesses formulate strategies, manage operations, and improve performance through effective supply chain planning and decision-making. Students examine the impact of emerging technologies on supply chain operations and learn how digital transformation, innovation, and advanced systems influence organisational efficiency and competitiveness. The module combines academic theories with insights from industry practitioners, allowing students to explore contemporary themes such as globalisation, performance management, financial control, supply chain networks, organisational structures, and knowledge management. Through critical evaluation of current supply chain practices and strategic approaches, students develop the ability to identify opportunities for improvement and make informed strategic choices that support organisational growth and resilience. The module also encourages students to consider the wider global and national factors affecting supply chain management, including organisational behaviour, industry trends, technological developments, and cultural diversity. By engaging with these perspectives, students enhance their critical thinking, analytical abilities, problem-solving skills, and strategic decision-making capabilities. Overall, the Global Strategic Supply Chain Management module equips students with the knowledge and skills required to understand complex supply chain environments, evaluate strategic challenges, and develop effective solutions that improve organisational performance in global markets.