The MSc (Supply Chain Management - Lean SCM Black Belt) is a part-time programme running for 6 months from the date of first registration for the programme.

Students must gain at least a Second Class Grade I Honours (at least 60%) in the Postgraduate Diploma in Supply Chain Management - Lean SCM Black Belt (see here) to progress to the MSc (Supply Chain Management - Lean SCM Black Belt).

Students complete and submit a 12,000 - 15,000 word dissertation which will be supported by a seminar series. Depending on the area of research a student will register for one of the following 30 credit modules: MG6205, FE6202, IS6402, under the supervision of an academic in one of the following departments: Management and Marketing; Food Business and Development; Accounting, Finance and Information Systems.

See also General Regulations for the Degree of Master.

Programme Learning Outcomes for MSc Supply Chain Management - Lean SCM BlackBelt (NFQ Level 9, Major Award)
On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to:

• Communicate and work effectively to a high professional standard;
• Demonstrate advanced analytical and problem solving skills associated with effective practice;
• Engage in advanced application of frameworks and techniques in organizational settings;
• Demonstrate advanced analytical skills and leadership competency that are useful in addressing key challenges facing leaders (at various levels) within organisations and along supply chains;
• Demonstrate research proficiency.