Bachelor of Science (Honours) Global Business Management (Logistics and Supply Chain) (Northumbria University)
Course Information
Description
The Bachelor of Science (Honours) Global Business Management (Logistics and Supply Chain) programme will develop students’ knowledge of supply chain and logistics processes within the context of an organisation. Developing both their hard and soft skills, the programme will allow students to become a potential manager equipped with not just business intelligence but also cultural awareness.
Graduation & Degree Awarded
Students who successfully complete and pass the modules stipulated in the programme structure will be awarded the Bachelor of Science (Honours) Global Business Management (Logistics and Supply Chain) from Northumbria University, United Kingdom.
The Bachelor’s Degree will be the same as that awarded to the on-campus graduates in the United Kingdom.
Entry Requirements
The Bachelor’s Degree programme accepts a wide range of qualifications, which includes:
Level 5 Entry
- Kaplan Diploma
- Polytechnic Diploma
- BTEC HNC
- Other Diplomas or foreign qualifications will be assessed on a case-by-case basis
Level 6 Entry
- Kaplan Advanced Diploma in relevant subject area
- BTEC HND
- Foundation Degree
- Other equivalent Advanced Diploma1 in relevant subject area
Equivalent to RQF Level 5
English Requirement
- GCE O-Level English language subject (Grade C6 and above); OR
- IELTS 6.5 or equivalent
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In all cases, the final decision on admission to the programme rests with the University.
Work Experience
When required, work experience will be applied as part of the admissions process. Any work experience assessment and related admissions decisions will be conducted by the University, and lead to the recognition of the achievement of learning outcomes and the award of University Credit.
Career Opportunities
After graduation, students may choose to pursue the following roles, including, but not limited to:
- Administration Executive
- Business Advisor
- Business Development Executive
- Logistics and Supply Chain Executive
- Importing and Exporting Executive
- Procurement Officer
- Purchasing Executive
- Retail Executive
- Sales Executive
- Supply Chain Analyst
- Transport and Logistics Planner
Modules
Core Modules
This Bachelor’s Degree programme may be completed in a minimum of 16 months for Level 5 Entry or 8 months for Level 6 Entry* on a part-time basis. The following modules are covered in the programme:
Level 5 Entry
- Academic Skills and Employability
- Applied Logistics and Supply Chain Management
- Digital Business Models, Marketing and Operations
- Global Supply Network Management
- International Operations Management
- Management Enquiry
- Management Research and Analysis
- Project Management
- Responsible Strategy
- Strategic Frameworks and Cultural Contexts in International Management
- Supply Chain Innovation
Level 6 Entry*
- Career Development and Research Informed Learning
- Contemporary Business Enquiry
- Global Supply Network Management
- Project Management
- Responsible Strategy
- Supply Chain Innovation
*Applicants with Northumbria University-recognised Kaplan Advanced Diplomas or private Advanced Diplomas will be exempted from Year 1 (Level 5) of the programme and can gain entry to Year 2 (Level 6) of the programme.
Delivery Method
Students will attend a combination of lectures, tutorials and workshops in this programme. Classes are conducted on weekday evenings and weekends.
Assessment Methods
Each module is assessed by any combination of class participation, presentations, projects or written assignments. Assessment methods may vary according to individual module requirements.