Master of Supply Chain Management
*Postgraduate Certificate in Supply Chain Management is also offered by the Faculty
Programme Summary
Graduates will acquire an in-depth knowledge and necessary skills to effectively perform the role of a supply chain manager. The programme also aims to develop the capacity to adapt and innovate to solve problems and to manage the uncertainties of business environment with the use of supply chain management theory, methodologies and tools.
After 8 months (2 semesters), full-time students can be awarded with a Postgraduate Certificate in Supply Chain Management, subjects to meeting the standard set and measured through course-work.
Entry Requirement
A Bachelor’s degree (MQF Level 6) with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 or its equivalent qualifications as accepted by the University’s Senate
OR
Candidates with the above degree, with a CGPA of lower than 2.50 or its equivalent qualifications may be accepted, subject to having a minimum of 5 years relevant working experience.
International students are required to show a good level of English Language proficiency.
The University accepts a minimum score of IELTS band 5.5 or its equivalent.
Program Structure (Coursework)
Mode of Study | Full-time / Part-time |
Duration of Study | 1 year (3 semesters) for Full-time OR 2 years (5 semesters) for Part-time |
Graduation’s Total Credit Hours | 42 (21 for Postgraduate Certificate) |
Programme Educational Objectives (PEO)
PEO1 | Knowledgeable, responsive, efficient and effective in managing supply chain of an organization. |
PEO2 | Able to develop vital skills for administration and management including problem-solving, strategy & planning, communication & marketing, interpersonal relations and technology. |
PEO3 | Able to face the challenges of management positions. |
PEO4 | Able to pursue their education at higher level of education at DRB-HICOM University of Automotive Malaysia or any other university or any other institution of higher learning. |
PEO5 | Able to engage in continuous personal development and professional self-study and re-evaluation. |
PEO6 | Able have a wide range of specialist knowledge which is up-to-date and internationally oriented. |
Programme Learning Outcomes (PLO)
PLO1 | Construct knowledge of the functional components within the business organization environment and create the supply chain management best practices for the automotive as well manufacturing and services industries. |
PLO2 | Improve interpersonal skills in individual within the supply chain management. |
PLO3 | Elaborate the responsibility of a business manager in the context of contemporary social, cultural, global and environmental issues. |
PLO4 | Design the supply chain activities and operations in compliance with relevant national and international law, legislation, regulations, safety requirements, and professional standards. |
PLO5 | Communicate effectively as required in a business culture and participate effectively in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of projects in order to create best practice in supply chain management. |
PLO6 | Determine decision making tools and resources, in accordance with the requirements of supply chain management. |
PLO7 | Utilise information technology systems efficiently to support managerial decisions, embrace for lifelong learning, pursue independent learning for professional development and present oneself professionally. |
PLO8 | Develop decision model for successful supply chain management in local and international market place. |
Course Offering for Full-Time Students
Semester/ Year Offered | Name of Course/ Module |
Semester 1 Year 1 | Supply Chain Management |
Operations Management | |
Logistics and Transportation Management | |
Leadership in Organization | |
Storage and Warehouse Techniques |
Semester/ Year Offered | Name of Course/ Module |
Semester 2 Year 1 | Procurement Management |
Financial Analysis and Control Systems | |
Organizations Behaviour | |
Business Process Management | |
Advanced Research Methods |
Semester/ Year Offered | Name of Course/ Module |
Semester 3 Year 1 | Lean Operations |
Strategic Operation Management | |
Supply Chain Quality Management | |
Research Project |
Course Offering for Full-Time Students of Postgraduate Certificate in Supply Chain Management
Semester/ Year Offered | Name of Course/ Module |
Semester 1 Year 1 | Supply Chain Management |
Operations Management | |
Logistics and Transportation Management | |
Leadership in Organization | |
Storage and Warehouse Techniques |
Semester/ Year Offered | Name of Course/ Module |
Semester 2 Year 1 | Procurement Management |
Financial Analysis and Control Systems |
Career Prospect
- Buyer / Planner Manager
- Manager
- Purchasing Manager
- Warehousing Manager
- Logistics and Transportation
- Material Manager
- Supply Chain Manager