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Keele University| The award | How you will study | Study duration | Course start | Domestic course fees | International course fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BA (Hons) | Full-time | 3 - 4 years | - | - | - |
Global consumer demand for goods relies on efficient supply chains, managed by experts in logistics and business operations. Develop the critical industry skills to unlock exciting career opportunities in the sector on our Business Management with Supply Chain BA. You will acquire essential business acumen in areas such as marketing, finance and organisational behaviour, while mastering supply chain management essentials including logistics, warehousing, transportation and network design. Course overview Effective strategies for supply chain management are crucial for organisations to operate successfully in a constantly changing international trade environment.
Our Business Management with Supply Chain degree integrates core business management principles with a specialist focus on supply chain management. It provides the opportunity to develop knowledge and practical skills in this growth area and gain a solid understanding of the broader business landscape. You will explore topics such as sustainable procurement and supply chains, examining how effective purchasing enables the smooth flow of goods, while aiming to achieve the best cost and meet customer needs. Purchasing management is analysed, looking at contracting out elements of the supply chain, sustainability and risk management.
You'll also examine real-world case studies to see how companies handle their purchasing, procurement and global supply chains. Our programme will introduce you to logistics, warehousing, goods transportation, and the entire process of transforming raw materials into finished products delivered to the end consumer. Additional topics include inventory management, storage, network design, distribution and the different models of freight transportation. BA (Hons) Business Management with Supply Chain is part of our dynamic suite of Business Management degrees, offering you a comprehensive understanding of key business and management principles.
All our Business Management programmes share a common first year, where you'll build a strong foundation in core areas such as Marketing, Finance, and Human Resources, while also exploring the wider global business context - covering topics like international economics, politics, and society. You'll also develop essential skills in data analysis and digital decision-making tools, crucial for today's tech-driven business world. From the second year, you will specialise, tailoring your studies to suit your interests and career aspirations. We place a strong emphasis on the purpose of business, sustainability, and ethics, ensuring you're prepared to lead with integrity in an ever-evolving business landscape.
Practical, career-focused teaching and learning ensures that you can apply the theory you're learning to real-world scenarios that will build your expertise and confidence. We will also get you thinking about sustainability and business ethics so when you begin work or start your own business you can be a force for good in the world. Our built-in Professional and Academic Development Programme spans your entire degree. Designed to fully prepare you for securing a great job or starting a business, you will develop your professional skills, creativity, confidence, critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
Our aim? To ensure you graduate with clear goals and impressive experiences to show future employers or investors. You'll benefit from Keele Business School's strong industry connections, placement or entrepreneurship opportunities, hands-on practical experiences, and invaluable real-world insights such as through our Global Challenge Pathways. Opportunity to develop specialist knowledge and practical skills in the dynamic area of supply chain management and logistics Gain a competitive edge with our Professional and Academic Development Programme Option to spend a year working in industry, or undertake an entrepreneurship year Opportunities to study abroad Study alongside innovative companies based in Keele Business School For more details, please see the course page on the Keele website.
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