Master of Business Administration (MBA) Logistics & Supply Chain Management Concentration

The MBA – Logistics and Supply Chain Management programme provides students with an in-depth  insight  into  logistics  and supply  chain  management. This  has  become  a  vital component  of  today's  business  environment  where  globalisation  has  led  to  supply  chains becoming  more  complex. Companies  are  continually  seeking  ways  to  tackle  these complexities, while at the same time improving service levels and minimising costs. This has generated an increased demand from manufacturers, retailers, logistics service providers and other sectors for personnel with qualifications in this field. 

The following qualification is also available as an exit award:

• Postgraduate Diploma in Business Administration – Logistics & Supply Chain Management

Obtain a PgDip in Business Administration (Logistics & Supply Chain Management) by completing 8 modules of the MBA in Logistics & Supply Chain Management programme.

Why enrol on this programme?

The programme not only attracts professionals already engaged in a logistics and supply chain management  role,  but  also  candidates  from  a  wide  variety  of  sectors  (including  finance, manufacturing, retailing, real estate, hospitality,  healthcare and security)  who are seeking to broaden their aviation skills.

The programme provides students with an opportunity to: 

• Gain an understanding of the importance of supply chains within domestic and global markets  
• Assess the operational and commercial aspects of air, sea, road and rail transportation 
• Understand the role of sourcing and purchasing in supply chain management 
• Apply logistics strategies to support companies’ objectives 
• Measure  the  efficiency  of  supply  chains  using  benchmarking  techniques  and  key performance indicators

Accreditation

The programme is accredited by the Ministry of Education – Higher Education Affairs, UAE. The programme is also accredited by the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT), UK, and graduates of the programme are eligible to become Chartered Members of the Institute of Logistics and Transport (CMILT). Students that successfully complete the programme have the option of obtaining a Coventry University certificate.

Student Intake

There are three intakes per academic year: September, January, May..

Career Prospects

Completion of the MBA – Logistics and Supply Chain Management programme provides a means of improving career prospects through promotion with an existing employer, enhanced prospects with alternative employers or by providing the skills which may assist you in making a career change.

The EAU MBA is an accredited degree that is recognised globally through its international accreditation and collaboration. Many employers believe that a person who has undertaken MBA study has a good level of understanding of the 'big picture' and has obtained the skills that will enable them to manage with greater competence and confidence in an ever changing and complex business environment.

Duration 

Eighteen months, part time.  

Mode of delivery 

Block mode delivery (five days per course) with classes normally held every two months.