Master Program

MSc. International Operations & Supply Chain Mgmt

About this program

(In Affiliation with Glasgow Caledonian University, UK) (Degree Awarded by Glasgow Caledonian University, UK)

MSc International Operations and Supply Chain Management is now offered at National University of Science and Technology in academic affiliation with Glasgow Caledonian University (UK). This post graduate degree, awarded by GCU, provides the specialist knowledge and techniques to manage, improve and sustain the international operations and supply chain. Further, MSc in International Operations and Supply Chain Management has been designed in conjunction with two professional accreditation bodies (Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply-CIPS, UK and the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport-CILT, UK). A unique aspect of the programme is that students can achieve yellow belt accreditation as part of the course and featured by delivery input by the faculty of GCU and experts from Industries.

Program Objectives:

The MSc International Operations and Supply Chain Management aims to:

  • Develop critical appreciation of the theoretical concepts, principal strategies, and practices relevant to international operations and supply chain environments.
  • Develop skills to apply the knowledge, approaches and methods to address the strategic and operational management challenges.
  • Develop both a theoretical and a practical understanding of real-world issues identifying responsible decision making and ethically driven behaviours.

Develop a critical understanding of research techniques and methodologies and apply these to an independent research project;

Awards

  • Students who complete 120 credit points will be awarded Postgraduate Diploma in International Operations and Supply Chain Management awarded by Glasgow Caledonian University, Scotland, UK.
  • Students who complete 180 credit points will be awarded MSc International Operations and Supply Chain Management awarded by Glasgow Caledonian University, Scotland, UK.

Career Opportunities

The course provides skills and specialist knowledge for those who wish to take up managerial positions in Operations and Supply Chain Management. The graduates of this programme will find career opportunities as supply chain analyst, supply chain planning engineer, operation and logistics engineer, procurement and supply specialist, finance operation specialist in well-known manufacturing, transport and logistics companies in Oman and the region.

Entry requirements

  • A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain Management, Operation Management, Commerce or related areas.
  • Applicants must have CGPA of not less than “ GOOD ” or equivalent. Pass grade will be accepted if the candidate is having at least two years of experience in the field of specialisation.
  • For students and professionals from other disciplines such as Math, Science, IT or relevant area with minimum 3 years of working experience is required.
  • Experienced students with diploma or advanced diploma will also be considered as per the MoHERI regulations.
  • Proficiency in the English language equivalent to IELTS band 6 (with a minimum of no less than 5.5 in each element) OR a minimum TOEFL rating of 550 or equivalent.

Program Educational Objectives

Aim: To produce graduates with the technological, and managerial skills with approaches necessary for addressing the ever-demanding challenges in the power & energy, oil & gas sectors towards sustainable economic and social development.

Program Educational Objectives (PEOs): The Program Educational Objectives are drafted through the input from potential employers, alumni, and industrial constitutes of the program. The graduates will achieve the following PEOs’ after graduation.

PEO1: The application of core electrical engineering knowledge to the design, and development of system-based solutions.

PEO2: An ability to enhance their analytical skills through case studies, and independent inquiry.

PEO3: An ability to demonstrate technical and leadership skills in the workplace in compliance with accountability and social responsibility.

PEO4: Continue to develop professionally and engage in lifelong learning to adapt with emerging technologies and conduct research in the chosen field of specialization.  

What will you study?

Semester 1
Semester 2
Semester 3
Semester 4
Semester 5
Semester 1
Credit points Module Title
15 Procurement and Quality Management
15 Project Management
Total Credit points 30
Semester 2
Credit points Module Title
15 Financial Management for Global Decision Makers
15 Sustainable Operations Management
Total Credit points 30
Semester 3
Credit points Module Title
15 International Logistics and Transport
15 Applied Professional Practice
Total Credit points 30
Semester 4
Credit points Module Title
15 Global Supply Chain Management
15 Ethics, Governance and Responsible Leadership
Total Credit points 30
Semester 5
Credit points Module Title
60 Masters Research Project
Total Credit points 60
Exit with MSc Degree (180 credits)

Contact Info

For administration related inquiries:
Ms Mabahij Saif Al Hadi
Deputy Manager
MSc Admissions & Marketing
Tel: +968 22641013/1098
Mobile +968 79161001
Email: [email protected]

For academic related inquiries:
Faustino Taderera
Assistant Professor
Dept. of Mechanical & Industrial Engineering
Tel: +968 22641066
Email: [email protected]