Procurement & Supply Chain Management

Overview
Develop the skills necessary for a successful career in Procurement and Supply Chain Management.

The MSc in Procurement and Supply Chain Management has been specifically designed for both graduates seeking to enter industry and experienced professionals looking for career development opportunities.

Why Study Procurement and Supply Chain Management at Griffith College?
Our MSc in Procurement and Supply Chain Management is available on a full-time basis over one year in Griffith College Limerick, and on a part-time, two-year period in Griffith College Dublin. It equips students with the specialist skills required for successful careers in the procurement and supply management fields across a broad range of industries.

- Students will develop their knowledge and skills to understand the holistic view of a business.

- Students will enhance their ability to research current trends and developments in procurement and supply management.

- Winner of the 2019 Excellence in Education & Training award.

- A flexible study model gives students the option of either full-time or part-time study.

- ?Lecturers with deep industry knowledge of both public and private sector procurement and supply chain management.

Course Details
The MSc in Procurement and Supply Chain Management includes the option of a postgraduate diploma in Procurement and Supply Chain Management for learners who complete the 60 ECTS in taught modules and do not wish to complete the MSc dissertation. This course is run part-time at Griffith College Dublin and full-time in Griffith College Limerick.

Subjects taught

Stage 1:
International Strategy
Leadership and Management Development
Technology for Procurement Professionals
Service and Supply Chain Management

Stage 2:
Managerial Finance
Research Methods
Sustainable Procurement
Category Management

Electives:
Inventory and Operations Management
Logistics and International Trade

Research Dissertation:
MSc Dissertation

Entry requirements

Primary Honours Degree in a business/purchasing/supply management related discipline or a postgraduate related qualification and/or experiential learning. Non-business graduates with substantial work experience may apply but will be subject to interview.

Academic Achievement Applicants must normally hold an approved honours degree in a business or purchasing/procurement and supply management related discipline or equivalent qualification from an approved tertiary or professional institution. Students with or without relevant business management experience are welcome to apply.

English Language
Proficiency All applicants for whom English is not their native language must provide proof of English language proficiency to a standard of at least 6.5 in IELTS, 575 TOEFL or equivalent.

In response to the worldwide closure of English Language Test Centres arising from the Covid-19 pandemic, Griffith College is now accepting the online Duolingo English Test (DET) as valid proof of English proficiency. This is a temporary measure for our intakes up to and including February 2022. Please see here for further details.

Accreditation of Prior Learning and Prior Experience (APL/APEL)
The Graduate Business School welcomes applications from those with prior academic and/or professional learning experience which may be relevant to the MSc in International Procurement and Supply Management programme. Applicants who wish for their prior academic and/or professional learning experience to be considered are requested to indicate this at the time of application and we will be happy to examine all of the relevant documentation accordingly.

Application dates

How to Apply
Applicants can Apply Online Directly.

Duration

1 year full-time, 2 years part-time.

Post Course Info

Academic Progression
On completion of the Level 9 MSc in International Procurement and Supply Management students may progress onto a range of Level 10 Doctoral programmes on the National Qualifications Framework. The Postgraduate QQI validation means that your qualification is recognised not only in Ireland and Europe but throughout the world.

Career Progression
Through the MSc in International Procurement and Supply Management, you will have gained valuable professional experience, built a strong foundation of communication and presentation skills, and covered a diverse range of topics. There is a wide range of career options for our graduates including: