MSc Operations Management at Heriot-Watt University

The Bachelor of Science Degree in University Studies – Supply Chain Management is a 120-hour program with online or on-campus options. This program has eight supply chain management related courses, plus four writing and communication courses to prepare students to solve today's complex problems. Supply chain management is the study of the flow of goods from raw material to the consumer. Today's dynamic, global and interconnected world requires professionals who can manage and optimize supply chain operations. Recent supply chain issues such as the microchip shortage in the automotive industry and substantial delays in vessel operations at U.S. ports highlight the critical nature of the global supply chain and the challenging problems faced by supply chain management professionals. Companies and government agencies require employees who can effectively operate systems to deliver goods to customers.

To be eligible for admission an applicant will be required to present the following:

1. A 250-500 word essay discussing your goals and objectives for pursuing admission to the degree program to which you are applying
2. Official transcripts from all previous colleges attended or official NACES course-by-course evaluation of any foreign transcripts
3. Two (2) letters of recommendation
4. Professional résumé or CV
5. Official documentation of English Language Proficiency (TOEFL/IELTS) or waiver if applicable

Graduate students apply to NJCU on a rolling basis with six possible starts each calendar year.

Candidates may apply for and be accepted into the University. Those intending to enter the MBA program in the School of Business will need to successfully complete pre-requisite courses or BUSI 599 Graduate Business Essentials.

Candidates must have and maintain a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0 out of 4 to remain in a graduate business degree program.

You will be able to master these kinds of challenges after delving into our Supply Chain and Logistics Management concentration.

Learning these methods and tools to increase revenue and reduce costs will position you well in a global economy that moves through supply chains. First, though, you’ll have some choices to customize your concentration.

The concentration begins with an introduction to Operations and Supply Chain Management, before moving on to industrial engineering topics such as Production System Design, Operations Research and Tools for Managing the Supply Chain, as well as information technology coursework such as Business Information Systems. Students in this concentration receive a Bachelor of Science in Management, in addition to completing the core Management program.

The coursework, however, is just half of the benefit of a Kettering bachelor’s. You will also have the opportunity to apply what you’re learning in the classroom on the job well before you finish your degree here.