MSc Procurement,

Logistics and Supply

Chain Management
offered in exclusive
partnership with
Robert Kennedy College
 About the University of Salford

About the University of Salford

Founded in 1896 the University has a successful global

presence and a turnover of 189m. Our four colleges,
nine schools, 20,000 students and 2,500 staff have all
grown to serve the needs of industry, commerce and
education.

Salford University Business School

At Salford Business School we have a clear vision to
excel in teaching, research, innovation and engagement;
core beliefs that lie at the heart of the success of the
School, its graduates and its business partners.

We are committed to developing business leaders and

managers that are equipped for next-generation practice
in the global marketplace. The contemporary business
world operates on an increasingly global scale and this
agenda sits at the very heart of how Salford Business
School engages with its students and partner organisa-
tions.

From Salford to the World

Thanks to an exclusive partnership with the Robert
Kennedy College in Zrich, Switzerland, the University
of Salford Business School MSc Programmes in Global
Management, Project Management, Financial Services
Management, Marketing, and Procurement, Logis-
tics and Supply Chain Management, Human Resource
Management and Development, Information Systems
Management, International Banking and Finance and
LLM International Commercial Law are now available on
a Global basis via online learning. You can benefit from
the outstanding teaching and research expertise of the
University of Salford from wherever you are in the world,
by combining the best of both online and face to face
interaction all students are required to attend a manda-
tory residency in Salford, England or Zrich, Switzerland.

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 MSc Procurement, Logistics and Supply Chain Management at a Glance

MSc Procurement, Logistics and Supply Chain

Management at a Glance

Duration Worldwide Recognition

Minimum 12 months, maximum three years All the University of Salford degree programmes offered
online are Recognised Worldwide. The University of Sal-
ford received a Royal Charter in 1967 from Her Majesty
Delivery Method
the Queen. The University of Salford is fully recognised by
Blended learning mostly online via OnlineCampus (an
the British Government.
interactive online learning environment) with intensive class
discussion and collaboration, plus a one-week compulsory
residency. The residency will be held in Salford, England or Admission Requirements
Zrich, Switzerland. Normally a minimum 2:2 honours degree or equivalent.
A wide range of professional qualifications are also ac-
cepted either in partial or complete fulfilment of entry
Places
requirements.
Strictly limited to 90 per intake (6 start dates per year)
We welcome applications from students who may not
have formal/traditional entry criteria but who have relevant
Tuition Fees experience or the ability to pursue the course successfully.
10,000 CHF (Swiss Francs). Fees are payable in interest A student whose first language is not English will be
free installments. This includes library access, OnlineCam- required to achieve IELTS 6.5 or above with no individual
pus access, graduation fees, and University of Salford element below 5.5, or equivalent recognised English test.
matriculation fees. The fees are for the entire pro- Alternatively suitable evidence of working or studying in
gramme, and include all the courses as well as supervi- an English-speaking environment will usually be sufficient
sion for the final innovation project. to demonstrate an acceptable English level.

The Residency costs, such as airfare and accommoda-

tion, plus a 2,000 CHF fee for the residency, and some of
Applicant Profile
The suite of Salford online Masters programmes is ideal
the textbooks that you will need for the course are not
for graduates and working professionals across sectors,
included in these fees.
who would like to increase their academic credentials
with a postgraduate qualification recognized worldwide
while pursuing their career. Applicants must be able to
demonstrate a high level of flexibility and appreciation of
blended learning methods, which will contribute to their
success on the course.

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 The University of Salford Online Masters Programmes

The University of Salford Online Masters

Programmes

Founded in 1896 the University of Salford expertise Recognised Worldwide

is helping to transform individuals and communities All the University of Salford Masters degree programmes
through excellent teaching, research, innovation and offered online are Recognised Worldwide, whether un-
engagement. dertaken online or on campus.

Salford Business School enjoys an excellent national and The University of Salford received a Royal Charter in 1967
international reputation for its courses, teaching quality from Her Majesty the Queen.
and the progression of students into responsible posi-
tions across a variety of industries. The University of Salford is fully recognised by the British
Government and is duly listed on the United Kingdoms
Through an Exclusive Partnership with the Department for Business, Innovation and Skills list of
Robert Kennedy College, the Salford Business School recognised UK awarding institutions.
Masters programmes are now available online through
a unique blended learning format: you can study mostly After successfully completing your studies online and at-
online but benefit from face to face interaction through tending the mandatory residential week in Salford, UK or
a one week mandatory residency in Salford, England or Zrich, Switzerland you will receive the same internation-
Zrich, Switzerland. All programmes can be complet- ally recognised degree granted to on-campus students.
ed in as little as one year.

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 MSc Procurement, Logistics and Supply Chain Management

MSc Procurement, Logistics and Supply Chain

Management

3 good reasons to study Course Details

Procurement, Logistics and Supply Operations and Information Management
Chain Management at Salford: You will develop an in-depth understanding of the in-
creasingly important field of operations and information
Prepare for a managerial, consulting or operational management. You will also gain an overview of how to
role within this area of specialism improve different types of operations and information
systems contributing to a companys competitiveness and
Accredited by the Chartered Institute of Purchasing
strategy. You will develop your knowledge of concepts,
and Supply (CIPS)
techniques and models that are used for planning, man-
This course is informed by the most up-to-date aca- aging and improving operations and MIS in manufactur-
demic research ing and service organisations.

Strategic International Business Management

This course is informed by the very latest academic
You will gain a thorough grounding in the major issues
research and provides you with an in-depth understand-
and perspectives of management, with a particular focus
ing of procurement, warehousing, stores management,
on strategic, global and organisational issues in an in-
transportation and shipping, inventory planning and
ternational context. You will also get an overview of key
contract management.
issues and decisions relating to the social responsibilities
of corporate management. You will be encouraged to
You will review these topics in a supply chain context
think critically about theory and practice in an ethical and
and benefit from a programme fully accredited by the
professional manner.
Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS). Full
membership is available to you on graduation.
Project Risk and Procurement
You will develop an overview of project risk to maximise
positive outcomes and minimise the potential of adverse
events impacting project objectives. You will also gain
the necessary skills to effectively manage procurement
processes across a wide variety of environments.

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MSc Procurement, Logistics and Supply Chain Management

MSc Procurement, Logistics and Supply Chain

Management

Global Supply Chain Management

You will learn about the critical nature and meaning of
global supply chain management and its application in
various organisations and sectors internationally. You
will also gain an overview of the design, monitoring and
control of global procurement, logistics and supply chain
systems, while developing skills to facilitate a critical
evaluation of the contribution of global logistics and sup-
ply chains to deliver competitive advantage.

Business Innovation Project (BIP)

Dissertation: a conventional dissertation of 12,000 to
15,000 words, consisting of a research question, aims
and objectives, rationale for undertaking the study, litera-
ture review, research methodology, analysis of findings,
conclusions and recommendations.

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MSc Procurement, Logistics and Supply Chain Management

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The total tuition fee that I will have to pay is 10,000 Swiss Francs.

I understand that the college might extend a payment plan to myself. If I fail to timely pay under the method or plan
agreed upon admission, then the Robert Kennedy College is entitled to claim the unpaid balance I owe.

I understand that upon admission the College will incur various expenses, including my matriculation fee at University of
Salford, administration fees and other costs. I understand that if for reasons independent from the college I will be unable
to follow the course I applied for, I wont be able to claim a refund on paid tuition fees or instalments.

This contract is governed by Swiss law. Exclusive place of jurisdiction is Basel, Switzerland.

I hereby apply to enroll at the Robert Kennedy College

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MSc courses and LLM International Commercial Law
offered in exclusive partnership with:

SWISS QUALITY E D U C AT I O N
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