Coventry University program

Global Operations

Explore the management of an enterprise's extended global supply chain and logistics functions.

This program is part of the MSc International Business Management degree offered by Coventry University

Investigate the fit and sustainability of global supply chains and logistics

This program introduces core concepts required to successfully manage extended global supply chains and logistics.

You will have the chance to explore the overall fit of supply chains and logistics, in particular how many enterprises are venturing into new markets to attain competitive advantage.

You will also have the opportunity to investigate supply chain networks and management. Trends such as lean logistical management, green logistics, Industry 4.0, AI and sustainability in supply chains will be explored, along with inventory and risk management, procurement, transportation and warehousing.

Courses

5 courses

Delivered by expert academics

Coventry secured 5 QS Stars for Teaching and Online Learning in the QS World University Ranking 2020 and has received No. 1 in the world for Massive Open Online Courses in MoocLab’s World University Ranking 2021.

Please note that the staff described in the 'Who will you learn with?' section below may be subject to change.

  • Coventry University

Learning outcomes

Upon successful completion, you should be able to:

  • Critically demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the complex organisational relationships of managing inventory, managing capacity and replenishment policies in the context of customer satisfaction and modern global business constraints.
  • Analyse and critique a range of current and emerging global logistics and supply chain practices, trends and any subsequent issues that may arise.
  • Critically analyse, recommend and justify the selection of suitable logistics approaches for selected aspects of the global supply and distribution systems of various types of international enterprises.
  • Evaluate the impact of globalisation on logistics, supply chain management and the environment.

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