Operations Management (Dual Award) MSc/MSc

Overview

On successful completion of the course, you'll be awarded:

• Operations and Supply Chain Management MSc from Newcastle University
• Technology Operations Management MSc from the University of Groningen

 

Our programme is designed for students who wish to take up specialist positions in:

• operations management
• procurement
• inventory
• logistics
• supply chain

across various sectors.

You’ll learn about:

• operation modelling and simulation
• purchasing and supply chain management
• project management
• data analysis and programming
• research methods

You’ll also develop the ability to analyse the:

• ethical and cultural implications of sourcing decisions
• complexities of international supply chain management strategy
• role of relevant tactics and information technology in modern procurement practice

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Qualifications explained

Find out about the different qualification options for this course.

MSc - Master of Science

An MSc is a taught Master’s degree. It usually involves the study of a science-related subject. It typically includes:

• subject-specific taught modules
• a dissertation or research project of approximately 15,000 – 18,000 words

You'll usually study an MSc full-time over 12 months.

A Master of Science is awarded for the successful completion of 120 credits of taught modules and a 60-credit dissertation or research project.

Find out about different types of postgraduate qualifications.

What you'll learn

Our programme will shape your understanding of:

• complex work environments and how to analyse operations functions in different countries
• quantitative and qualitative methods of planning, control and continuous improvement in operations, logistics, and supply chain management
• enhancing visibility in operations, logistics, and supply chains by digitalisation

 

Modules

You will study modules on this course. A module is a unit of a course with its own approved aims and outcomes and assessment methods.

Course content changes

Module information is intended to provide an example of what you will study.

Our teaching is informed by research. Course content changes periodically to reflect developments in the discipline, the requirements of external bodies and partners, and student feedback.

Full details of the modules on offer will be published through the Programme Regulations and Specifications ahead of each academic year. This usually happens in May.

Optional modules availability

Some courses have optional modules. Student demand for optional modules may affect availability.

To find out more please see our terms and conditions.

Operations Management (Dual Award) MSc/MSc modules

Compulsory Modules	Credits
Asset Management	10
Research Methods for TOM	10
Operation Modelling and Simulation	10
Data Analysis and Programming for OM	10
Purchasing and Supply Chain Management	20
Project Management	10
Dissertation (Dual Award Operations Management)	60
Research Methods (Dual Award)	10

Optional Modules	Credits
Technology-enabled Innovation: products, services and systems	10
Inventory Management	10
Supply Chain Dynamics	10
Energy Transitions and Innovation	10
Healthcare Operations	10
Global Chain Management & Sustainability	10
Innovation & Entrepreneurship	10
Sales and Operations planning	10
Managing Organisations and People	10
Supply Chain and Logistics Modelling and Control	10
Operations Management	20
Marketing Ethics, Critical Consumption, and Corporate Social Responsibility	10
The International Business Environment	10

How you'll learn

Delivery and teaching methods

The course is modular, comprising 180 credits.

Semester one is taught at Newcastle University Business School.

Semester two is taught at the Faculty of Economics and Business at the University of Groningen.

Both universities teach the course in English, so you do not need knowledge of the Dutch language.

 

 

 

Assessment methods

Depending on your modules, you'll be assessed through a combination of:

• Case study
• Dissertation
• Essay
• Oral examination
• Oral presentation
• Problem-solving exercises
• Research proposal
• Written examination
• Written exercise

Additional assessment information

Dissertation

You'll complete a dissertation on an area of interest that connects to your studies in operations management. You can choose whether to study at Newcastle or Groningen during this process. You'll receive joint support and guidance, with a supervisor from each institution.

Student support

Your teaching and learning is also supported by Canvas. Canvas is a Virtual Learning Environment. You'll use Canvas to submit your assignments and access your:

• module handbooks
• course materials
• groups
• course announcements and notifications
• written feedback

Throughout your studies, you’ll have access to support from:

• peers
• academics
• personal tutors
• our University Student Services Team
• student representatives

You'll also be assigned an academic member of staff. They will be your personal tutor throughout your time with us. They can help with academic and personal issues.

Our staff

Profiles of Newcastle University academic staff teaching on this course:

• Dr Susan Addison (Degree Programme Director)
• Professor Christian Hicks
• Dr Ying Yang
• Professor Jingxin Dong
• Dr David Lain
• Dr Peter Edward
• Dr Jiayao Hu

Your development

On completion of this course, you'll be able to demostrate the following professional and practical skills:

Professional skills

• integrate evidence from a variety of sources to affect improvement in operational performance
• evaluate evidence critically, reach conclusions and present findings
• solve problems by applying quantitative and qualitative methods. Here there'll be a particular emphasis on operations, logistics and supply chain management
• Contribute effectively to the planning, design and implementation of projects

Practical Skills

• implement strategies whilst optimising the interests of varying key stakeholders
• systematically collect, analyse and interpret data
• review literature, plan research questions, apply methodologies, collect data, synthesise results, and reach conclusions
• provide advice on how to apply tools, models and techniques to improve organisational performance.

Your future

Graduate destinations

Graduates from this course have undertaken various roles, including:

• business analyst
• offshore bid manager
• senior consultant
• management trainee supply chain

Our Careers Service

Our award-winning Careers Service is one of the largest and best in the country, and we have strong links with employers. We provide an extensive range of opportunities to all students through our ncl+ initiative.

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Quality and ranking

All professional accreditations are reviewed regularly by their professional body

Recognition of professional qualifications outside of the UK

From 1 January 2021 there is an update to the way professional qualifications are recognised by countries outside of the UK

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Facilities

Newcastle University Business School is one of the largest Schools in the University. We have over 3,500 students representing over 93 nationalities. Our location and modern design creates a dynamic centre point for a valuable network of:

• regional, national and international thought leaders
• alumni
• leading professions

Our facilities provide:

• a flexible and dedicated conference suite with panoramic views across the city
• Wi-Fi enabled connectivity throughout the building, including three computer clusters housing approximately 120 PCs
• four large lecture theatres and 21 seminar rooms, providing comfortable teaching and group study space
• a dedicated Hub and Base providing a balanced mix of study space and relaxation areas
• a contemporary café

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees for 2023 entry (per year)

PGR Home fee note

Home fees for research degree students

For 2023-24 entry, we will be aligning our standard Home research fees with those set by UK Research and Innovation (UKRI). The standard fee will be confirmed in Spring 2023 by UKRI. The Home tuition fees for this course will be updated after this confirmation. 

Tuition fee increases

If your studies last longer than one year, your tuition fee may increase in line with inflation.

EU, other EEA and Swiss nationals - tuition fee status

Depending on your residency history, if you’re a student from the EU, other EEA or a Swiss national, with settled or pre-settled status under the EU Settlement Scheme, you’ll normally pay the ‘Home’ tuition fee rate and may be eligible for Student Finance England support.

EU students without settled or pre-settled status will normally be charged fees at the ‘International’ rate and will not be eligible for Student Finance England support.

If you are unsure of your fee status, check out the latest guidance here.

Scholarships

We support our EU and international students by providing a generous range of Vice-Chancellor's automatic and merit-based scholarships. See our searchable postgraduate funding page for more information. 

What you're paying for

Tuition fees include the costs of:

• matriculation
• registration
• tuition (or supervision)
• library access
• examination
• re-examination
• graduation

Some of our degrees involve additional costs which are not covered by your tuition fees.

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• additional costs
• living costs
• tuition fees, including how to pay them and available discounts

Deposit

If you are an international student or a student from the EU, EEA or Switzerland and you need a visa to study in the UK, you may have to pay a deposit.

You can check this in the How to apply section.

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• on-campus open days
• virtual open days
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