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Help businesses build supply chains to support effective, efficient operations
Aberystwyth University’s 100% online MBA (Supply Chain Management) programme equips you with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in the dynamic field of supply chain operations. Students explore areas such as supply chain planning, procurement, operations, inventory, and transportation management, to effectively prepare them to manage and optimise complex supply chains.
Through three in-depth modules, you will learn how to design and manage logistics systems, from sourcing raw materials to ensuring ethical manufacturing processes and ensuring efficient delivery to the point of consumption. You will also explore the role of technology solutions in enhancing supply chain effectiveness, enabling you to drive innovation and improve operational performance.
The programme is designed to be flexible and fit around your professional and personal commitments, so you can prepare to work in leadership roles in supply chain management across a variety of industries.
What will you study?
As a student, you’ll explore supply chain management principles to solve real-world challenges. You’ll assess operations for optimisation, enhance collaboration across supply networks, and apply data analysis to support strategic decisions. Learn to evaluate global trends, manage risks, and develop strategies that drive efficiency and resilience in an ever-evolving business landscape.
Key knowledge and skills taught on this course:
Apply supply chain principles to solve challenges
Analyse operations to enhance efficiency and performance
Improve collaboration for stronger supply chain relationships
Use data analysis to support strategic decisions
Assess global trends to manage risks and opportunities
Admission requirements
Entry requirements
To study Aberystwyth’s 100% online MBA (Supply Chain Management) you will need to have completed:
A recognised undergraduate or postgraduate degree (or equivalent qualification) from an accredited college, institution, or university, equivalent to or higher than a UK bachelor’s degree with honours and at least 2 years’ full-time managerial work experience.
OR
3 years’ minimum relevant work experience
English language requirements
Applicants whose first language is not English, or who haven’t recently studied or undertaken work experience in English, will need to demonstrate proficiency by completing an approved English language test such as IELTS (6.0 overall with no individual sub-scores under 5.5), or equivalent.
Modules
Leadership & Organisational Behaviour
Develop the skills and qualities of an effective leader in today’s diverse and evolving business environment. You’ll explore leadership strategies for managing change, fostering ethical decision-making, and enhancing emotional intelligence. You’ll also examine the relationship between contemporary leadership challenges and classical leadership theories, equipping you with the tools to lead effectively in multicultural and dynamic organisations.
Global Marketing
Explore the principles of marketing strategy and implementation, learning how to create and deliver value to customers and stakeholders. You’ll develop key skills in segmentation, targeting, branding, pricing, distribution, and promotion. This module equips you with the analytical tools needed to craft effective marketing strategies that align with organisational goals and drive competitive advantage.
Business Strategy
Develop the strategic thinking and decision-making skills needed to drive long-term business growth. You’ll explore key theories, concepts, and models that help managers improve an organisation’s competitive position and create value for stakeholders. This module examines strategy from a broad perspective, applying to businesses of all sizes and industries, as well as not-for-profit organisations. Furthermore, you’ll gain insights into effective strategic analysis and managerial approaches that influence success.
Economics for Managers
Discover key economic concepts, theories, and analytical techniques while building a strong foundation in economics. You will examine the supply and demand model, the core market framework that evaluates trade-offs and choices by weighing benefits against costs. At the firm level, you will analyse product and market structures, while at the macroeconomic level, you will explore fiscal and monetary policy. Finally, you will develop an understanding of key topics in international trade, financial markets, economic growth, and externalities—both positive and negative.
Finance for Managers
Gain a comprehensive understanding of financial principles essential for managing operations and achieving strategic goals. You’ll explore the time value of money, investment instruments, and capital expenditure decisions. You’ll also cover key financial management topics, including cash flow allocation and financial asset management, providing you with the tools to make informed financial decisions that support business growth.
Operations Management
Understand the critical role of operations management in business success. You’ll explore key topics such as operations strategy, capacity planning, facilities management, and quality control. Through practical insights and case studies, you’ll develop the skills to optimise processes, improve efficiency, and enhance overall organisational performance across various industries.
Financial Accounting and Analysis
Analyse how financial statements inform business decisions across all levels of an organisation. You’ll explore how small and large process changes can enhance efficiency and profitability, as well as the impact of capital projects, long-term investments, and risk management on financial performance. By interpreting key financial data, you’ll develop the skills to support strategic decision-making and drive organisational success.
Supply Chain Management
Explore the principles and processes that drive effective supply chain management. You’ll examine how organisations coordinate purchasing, operations, customer relations, and logistics to optimise efficiency and meet demand. This module provides insight into supply chain structures, strategic decision-making, and the integration of key functions to enhance performance and competitiveness.
Supply Chain Logistics
Learn how logistics ensures the seamless movement and storage of goods throughout the supply chain. You’ll explore key topics such as warehouse management, transportation systems, inventory control, and the role of technology in supply chain operations. This module provides a strategic approach to managing logistics, ensuring efficiency and responsiveness in a dynamic market environment.
Operations & Procurement
Understand the critical role of operations and procurement in delivering goods and services that meet customer needs. You’ll explore supply chain planning, procurement processes, manufacturing operations, and service-based operations, while assessing how quality management impacts both procurement and overall performance. This module equips you with the skills to enhance operational efficiency and strategic sourcing.
Management Research Project
Undertake an independent research project with guidance from a faculty supervisor. Apply your investigative and research skills to a business scenario of your choice, analysing one or more organisations in depth. Develop strategic insights to enhance business performance while demonstrating your expertise. Your supervisor will offer support and advice, ensuring you stay on track. This module empowers you to explore real-world challenges and refine your analytical abilities for practical impact.
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