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Heriot Watt University DubaiThe MSc Logistics and Supply Chain Management at Heriot-Watt University Dubai is designed to prepare students for decision-making and leadership roles in today’s fast-moving global supply chains. It is well suited for graduates and working professionals who want to build strong expertise in logistics strategy, operations, procurement, and sustainable supply chain management.
Curriculum Structure
Year 1 (Full-time or Part-time)
In the first stage of the programme, students develop a solid understanding of how modern supply chains operate and compete globally. Through Strategies for Managing Supply Chains, students explore how organisations create value using effective supply chain design, digitalisation, and emerging technologies. Operations Management and Planning focuses on aligning operations with business strategy, while Freight Transport and Warehouse Management provides practical insight into transport systems, inventory control, and warehouse efficiency.
As the programme progresses, students deepen their analytical and strategic skills. Modules such as Global Purchasing and Supply examine sourcing decisions, supplier relationships, and procurement strategy in an international context, while Research Philosophy and Practice equips students with essential research and data analysis skills. The programme concludes with a Dissertation, allowing students to apply theory to a real logistics or supply chain challenge.
Focus Areas:
Supply chain strategy, logistics and transport systems, operations planning, global procurement, warehouse management, sustainable and resilient supply chains
Learning Outcomes:
Graduates will be able to analyse complex supply chain problems, apply strategic and analytical tools to logistics decisions, manage global sourcing and operations effectively, and design sustainable and adaptable supply chain solutions.
Professional Alignment (Accreditation):
The programme is professionally accredited by the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) and the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS), supporting graduates in gaining professional recognition and advancing their careers.
Reputation (Employability Rankings):
Heriot-Watt University Dubai has received consistent five-star ratings from the Knowledge and Human Development Authority for teaching quality and student outcomes, reflecting strong graduate employability and industry relevance.
The MSc Logistics and Supply Chain Management at Heriot-Watt University Dubai is designed to help students develop practical, job-ready skills through applied learning and real-world problem solving. Throughout the programme, students engage with industry-relevant case studies, collaborative projects, and research-based work that reflect how logistics and supply chain decisions are made in practice. Learning takes place in modern teaching spaces that support teamwork and discussion, and the programme concludes with an independent dissertation where students investigate a real logistics or supply chain issue in depth, strengthening both analytical and professional skills.
This hands-on learning approach is supported by dedicated facilities and learning resources that allow students to put theory into practice:
Case-study-based teaching embedded within core modules such as supply chain strategy, operations management, and logistics planning
Group projects and collaborative assignments designed to reflect real workplace team environments
A supervised dissertation project focused on a practical logistics or supply chain management topic
Interactive classrooms and collaborative pod rooms designed for group discussions, presentations, and teamwork
Access to the Heriot-Watt University Dubai campus library, offering physical collections, academic journals, and digital research resources
Dedicated study and collaboration spaces that support independent learning, peer interaction, and project work
Graduates from the MSc Logistics and Supply Chain Management are well prepared for leadership and specialist roles in global supply chains, with typical career paths including Supply Chain Manager, Logistics Manager, Procurement Specialist, and Supply Chain Consultant. The programme equips you with practical skills, analytical capabilities, and strategic insight, making you highly employable in fast-paced industries:
University career services: Heriot-Watt Dubai’s Careers and Graduate Futures Service provides personalised career guidance, CV workshops, networking events, and employer engagement opportunities throughout your studies and after graduation. They also host career fairs and industry talks to help you connect with potential employers.
Employment outcomes: More than 90% of Heriot-Watt graduates secure graduate-level roles or continue to further study within six months of completing their programmes, demonstrating strong early-career success.
Industry links: The programme maintains close connections with business and industry, keeping course content relevant and offering networking opportunities with logistics and supply chain professionals.
Accreditation value: Accredited by the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) and the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS), the degree enhances your professional credibility and supports progress toward respected industry memberships.
Global outlook: Heriot-Watt’s international reputation and global campus network mean your qualification is recognised worldwide, opening opportunities across regions and sectors where logistics expertise is in demand.
Further Academic Progression:
After completing this MSc, many graduates choose to advance their expertise or move into research through doctoral studies, such as a PhD in Supply Chain Management or related business disciplines, at Heriot-Watt or partner institutions. With strong research foundations from your dissertation project and industry-aligned training, you are well positioned to pursue further academic study or specialised professional qualifications to support long-term career growth.
Applicants who do not hold a good Honours degree (first or second class) may still be considered if they have relevant work experience or other compensating qualifications in logistics and supply chain-related fields.English language requirement: IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent) with no score lower than 5.5 or TOEFL(iBT) 79 (Reading 18, Listening 17, Speaking 20, Writing 21)The university operates a rolling, year-round admissions process, allowing applications for the next intake as soon as the current one closes, with the option to defer your start date for up to one year.India: Applicants normally need a Second Class Lower (2:2) equivalent with 55% or a 5.5 CGPA out of 10 in a relevant undergraduate degree; graduates from Tier 1 universities may be considered with 53% or a 5.3 CGPA overall.USA: Applicants normally need a Second Class Lower (2:2) equivalent with an overall CGPA of 2.4 out of 4 in a relevant undergraduate degree.UAE: Applicants normally need a Second Class Lower (2:2) equivalent with 80% or a 2.8 CGPA out of 4 in a relevant undergraduate degree from a recognised institution in the UAE.Supply Chain ConsultantSupply Chain ManagerLogistics ManagerProcurement SpecialistDistribution ManagerHumanitarian Logistics OfficerEmergency Response CoordinatorStrategy Advisor in Humanitarian OperationsLogistics AnalystSupply Chain Manager for NGOs or International Organisations 
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