Curriculum Information

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Educational Aim

Learning Outcomes

Course Structure

Level 7 Modules

Teaching and Assessment

Learning and Teaching Methods

Employer Engagement

Other
As a benefit of CIPS accreditation, all students get free student membership when studying the MSc International Logistics and Supply Chain Management. Students are encouraged to get involved in local CIPS and CILT events to develop their local professional network.
Students must select a dissertation topic related to procurement or supply chain management to be eligible for membership of CIPS. Additionally, students must achieve an average grade of at least 50% to achieve CIPS membership. The fast-track option for the MSc International Logistics and Supply Chain Management will not accredited by CIPS.

Means of Assessment

• Critical Review

• Video Presentation

• Case Study

• Litretature Review

• Care Report

• Annotaded Bibliography

• Project Report

• Presentation

• Practitioner Report

• Disseration

Learning Support

Induction
Students will enjoy a comprehensive induction programme at the start of the course. Induction content will introduce all aspects of student life such as VLE training, pastoral care and wider University services, alongside events to build course identity. The induction will also be utilised to lay-down student expectations at the beginning of the course, familiarising students with pedagogic approach employed in this program, assessment strategy besides setting expectations for students in terms of academic progression.

Office hours
This information will be provided to students at induction. In addition, students will be advised about where they can find help outside of normal working hours in case of an emergency. Part-time and online students can contact the course team by email or arrange Skype calls at mutually convenient times.

Tutorials
CAS sessions (online and offline) will incorporate tutorial activity for targeted academic and employability skills development support.

Seminars
As can be seen in the learning and teaching section, seminars will be used as a pedagogical device. This will allow contextualisation and application of theoretical concepts explored throughout the module.

Formative Assessment
The use of seminars will allow formative assessment to be embedded in the course. Additionally, the use of online learning will encourage students to engage with formative assessment.

Progress meetings
These will be arranged as required on a 1-2-1 basis between the student and the course leader.

Research Supervision
Dissertation supervision will be allocated, where possible in line with students’ chosen area of research.

Online Resources
All module content will be made available on UniLearn (VLE Blackboard). Additional online academic support will be provided as part of the CAS provision. All modules make use of UniLearn for web-enhanced delivery to at least the recommended minimum standard and for communications with students. Additional support is provided through the Student Development and Study Skills Service who have self-directed online materials and tutorials. All modules will be prepared for online delivery.

Advice Centres
There is a Student Advice Zone located at the Treforest Campus and also provision for online support. They provide confidential guidance and advice to students on all aspects of their university experience and are integrated to make direct referrals University Professional and Support Services.
Further information on their services and availability can be found here: Advice Zone Online
Advice Zones

DDS Service
As per QAA subject benchmarks, the University will ensure that the curriculum and learning opportunities are inclusive and therefore reasonable adjustments will be made to accommodate needs of students with disabilities.
Students requiring support for their studies are assessed by the Student Services Team and individual Learning Support Plans are put in place. For more information see:
Disability Service

IT/Library
Module resources and texts are where possible available electronically and any core texts for the course are stocked at Treforest library.
There is a dedicated Business School Librarian who guest delivers within modules, appropriate training to students at both the Treforest and Newport Campus. This training includes demonstrations and workshops for example on how to use USW FindIt, identifying sources of quality information, etc. The Librarian also offers students’ one-to-one or small group bespoke support.
For more information see: Library Services at the University of South Wales. There are computer labs with open access on both campuses, ensuring students have access to PCs. Wi-Fi is also available across both campuses and students can loan laptops for independent study.
Information on IT facilities and support can be found here: IT, Media and Technical Services

Course Exit Points

Progression Route

DBA Course

Entry Requirements

Admission to the course is typically through the following qualifications:

To be admitted for the MSc International Logistics and Supply Chain Management, candidates will normally be required to have a minimum UK 2nd class honours degree or recognised international equivalent qualification.Candidates who have not completed an honours degree or recognised international equivalent qualification will be considered if they have at least 3 years relevant industry experience.Applicants to the fast-track route of the MSc International Logistics and Supply Chain Management will normally be required to have completed the CIPS Graduate/ Professional Diploma in Procurement and Supply (or equivalent) or the USW BSc Procurement, Logistics and Supply Chain Management/ BA Logistics and Supply Chain Management.

Inclusive Curriculum Statement

The University of South Wales operates a policy of inclusive learning, teaching and assessment to ensure that all students have an equal opportunity to fulfil their educational potential. Course teams will have considered ways of designing out any potentially disadvantageous element of courses during the course design process. However some specific needs may remain, details about how to apply to have your needs assessed can be found at: http://unilife.southwales.ac.uk/pages/3040-disability-and-dyslexia-service/

Addendum for Delivery at a Partner Institution

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