MSc in Logistics, Supply Chain & Purchasing

Degree awarded: Master of Science + Grade de Master Diplôme Supérieur en logistique et gestion de la chaîne d’approvisionnement Level 7 RNCP Title No. 36680

Format: full-time or apprenticeship
Duration : 1 or 2 years
Languages : English
Campus : Paris or Rennes

Unlock your career potential with our MSc in Logistics, Supply Chain & Purchasing, offering a comprehensive curriculum in operations, logistics, purchasing, and project management. Stay ahead with a programme focused on CSR, sustainability, analytics, and digitalisation. Balancing theory and practice, it equips you with the skills for international careers in supply chain management, addressing modern industry challenges.

Programme

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Master Year 1 (M1)


CORE COURSES*

  • Introduction to Programming Language
  • Managing Diversity: an International Perspective
  • Change Management in a Digital & Sustainable World
  • Statistics & Data Analysis
  • Introduction to Logistics & SCM
  • Open Strategy for an Uncertain World

SPECIALISATION*

  • Supply Chain Financial Analysis
  • Supply Chain Information Systems
  • Operations Management
  • Analytical & Decision-Making
  • Techniques in SCM
  • Research Methods
  • Purchasing & Sales Management

*Subject to change

LANGUAGES

  • French Language & Culture for non-fluent French speakers
  • Initiation to Spanish/Italian/Chinese/Arabic for fluent French speakers

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

  • Apprenticeship/alternance contract or a 2-month internship minimum for full-time format (in France or abroad)


Master Year 2 (M2)


SPECIALISATION*

  • Advanced Production Systems & Industry 4.0
  • Inventory Management & Warehousing
  • Global Supply Chain & International Trade
  • Sustainable SC & Green Logistics
  • Distribution & Transportation Management
  • Strategic Sourcing & Contract Negotiation
  • Applied Research in Supply Chain (Linked to the Graduating Project)
  • Project Management
  • Supply Chain Analytics & Digitalisation
  • Risk & Disaster Management
  • Learning Expedition

*Subject to change

RESEARCH

  • Graduating Project

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

  • Apprenticeship/alternance contract or a 4-month internship minimum for full-time format (in France or abroad)


Methods used and evaluation

The pedagogy implemented in the different modules is adapted to the different learning objectives. Active teaching methods are favoured, and co-modal methods are developed. Group sizes are small, allowing for privileged interaction, both among peers and with professionals and teacher-researchers.

The programme is assessed through the following methods of validation:

  • Module assessment (continuous and final assessment): assessments are carried out throughout the course in the form of individual or group projects and end of semester examinations;
  • The Graduating Project: submission of a dissertation written under the supervision of an academic tutor; and
  • Completion of an internship and submission of an evaluation (pass or fail).

At the end of the course and after validation of all programme requirements, the certification is awarded to the participants. If certain modules have not been validated and therefore the credits have not been obtained, the student must take resit examinations to catch up on these credits during the periods provided for this purpose.

Admission

ACADEMIC BACKGROUND
2-YEAR MSc (M1):

  • 3-year bachelor’s degree

1-YEAR MSc (M2):

  • 4-year bachelor’s degree or 3-year bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 3 years of professional experience*
    *VAPP process required

ENGLISH REQUIREMENT

  • TOEIC score of 785, IELTS score of 6.0, TOEFL score of 80, Cambridge B2, or completion of the last two years of education in English.

NB: An official test with a minimum score of TOEIC>800, TOEFL>80, or IELTS>6.5 is required for graduation

ADMISSION PROCESS

  1. Apply 0nline
    Submit scanned copies in English of your CV, a letter of recommendation and transcripts encompassing all years of your prior degree.
  2. Online Interview
    Eligible candidates will be invited to an online interview featuring pre-recorded questions.

Rennes School of Business is committed to a non-discriminatory admissions policy and to actively promoting diversity of profiles.

Career

This programme is primarily aimed at students who want further training at a master’s level to pursue a professional career path in logistics, supply chain and purchasing.

Possible professions include:

  • Buyer/Sourcing/Negotiation
  • Project Manager
  • Supply Chain Specialist
  • Demand Planner
  • Advanced Supply Chain Planning Analyst
  • Senior Buyer Supply Chain
  • Supply Chain Development Manager
  • Distribution Planner

You will be supported by the Rennes SB Career Centre and the Alumni Network, which provide professional mentoring, networking events and business advice.

Student life

The Rennes School of Business community is centred around its students. The School is dedicated to student life and well-being on campus.
During their studies at Rennes SB, students do not just benefit from an exceptional learning environment, they become part of a unique student experience.

Students with disabilities

Rennes SB is committed to fighting against all forms of discrimination and inequality, in order to ensure that all of our students are given equal opportunities to succeed.
To meet this objective, we have put in place specific measures to welcome and support students with disabilities.

Fees & Finance

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