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School of Graduate Studies · Business & management

University of Hargeisa

Master of Arts in Logistics and Supply Chain Management

Develop practical expertise in procurement, logistics, operations and sustainable supply chain management.

Duration
2 Years
Study structure
4 Semesters
Credits
42
Study mode
On Campus

Programme profile

The Master of Logistics and Supply Chain Management develops knowledge and practical skills for managing the movement of goods, services and resources across organisations and markets. It is designed for professionals and graduates seeking to manage and improve supply chain activities.

The curriculum covers procurement, operations, inventory, warehousing, transportation, international trade, information systems, analytics, sustainability and humanitarian logistics. Research methods and a master’s thesis support applied investigation of supply chain challenges.

Award: Master of Logistics and Supply Chain ManagementTeaching language: English

Admission requirements

Applicants should note the following:

  • Contact SGS to confirm eligible qualifications, the applicable minimum GPA and required supporting documents.

How to apply

Applications are submitted through the University of Hargeisa postgraduate admission system. Applicants must complete the application form and upload the required academic and supporting documents before the published deadline. Application dates, tuition fees and document requirements should be confirmed in the current SGS admission announcement.

What you will learn

  • Analyse supply chain theories and management practices.
  • Plan procurement, sourcing, inventory, warehousing and transportation activities.
  • Use information systems, statistics and analytics to support supply chain decisions.
  • Evaluate sustainability and strategic supply chain management.
  • Assess humanitarian logistics and emergency supply chains.
  • Investigate supply chain problems through research and a master’s thesis.

Programme content

Explore the course outline below.

Year 1 Semester 1
CodeCourseCredits
SCM101Supply Chain Management Theories and Practices3
SCM102Procurement and Strategic Sourcing3
SCM103Production and Operations Management3
SCM104Inventory and Warehouse Management3
Year 1 Semester 2
CodeCourseCredits
SCM201Transportation Management3
SCM202Global Logistics and International Trade3
SCM203Supply Chain Management Information Systems3
SCM204Statistics3
Year 2 Semester 1
CodeCourseCredits
SCM301Research Methods in Supply Chain Management3
SCM302Supply Chain Analytics and Decision Modelling3
SCM303Strategic Supply Chain Management and Sustainability3
Year 2 Semester 2
CodeCourseCredits
SCM401Humanitarian Logistics and Emergency Supply Chains3
Thesis · timing to be confirmed
CodeCourseCredits
SCM402Master’s Thesis6

Contact SGS for the confirmed course schedule.

Teaching and assessment

Contact SGS for details of teaching arrangements and assessment requirements.

Career opportunities

Graduates may pursue roles such as:

  • Supply chain or logistics manager
  • Procurement and strategic sourcing specialist
  • Inventory or warehouse manager
  • Transport and distribution coordinator
  • Humanitarian logistics officer
  • Supply chain analyst or researcher

Questions about the programme

Speak with the School of Graduate Studies about entry requirements, fees and application dates.

uohsgs@gmail.com
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