MSc PURCHASING, LOGISTICS AND SUPPLY CHAIN …

MSc PURCHASING, LOGISTICS AND SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT

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WELCOMEThe University of Bedfordshire Business School is endeavoring to take global business education, research and practice in imaginative new directions. The goal is to develop creative mind sets that practice intelligently and lead imaginative futures for our Business School, communities and cities. At the University of Bedfordshire Business School our aspiration is to develop dynamic leaders and managers who will ask different questions, find imaginative solutions and make a difference through innovative, intelligent practice. We will support you to acquire knowledge of your subject and be equipped with the language, mind set and skills to succeed in your chosen profession in a complex and uncertain business environment. We connect the theoretical rigour of our Business School to our practice based vision giving you the opportunity for enhanced prospects as an intelligent practitioner. Your journey on the practice-led curriculum begins with ‘Welcome’ week at the start of your course immediately before the first block of teaching. During the welcome week you will receive a comprehensive induction to the university and your course be actively engaged in various activities to make sure that you are fully prepared for the start of your course. Socialising and getting to know your peers is an important part of this week and fun activities are balanced with guided reading and group activities to support your learning experience. All the units that you will study are designed to enhance your personal and professional development by combining your learning of the subject knowledge with the practical skills necessary to succeed in your chosen career. We do this by embedding within the learning experience the use of real life case studies, live consultancy projects, business simulations and other interactive approaches to support your experiential learning. Your personal and professional development will be developed as you progress through your course, the delivery of which is designed to enable you to benefit from studying alongside new and more experienced students. In your final masters capstone unit you will opt to complete either a dissertation, live project, internship or professional placement. Regardless of which option you chose, it will require you to integrate and apply all of your learning to address a focussed problem with the rigour underpinning academic enquiry. This, along with ‘future horizons’ activities planned to support you taking your next step, will prepare you to transition to work in contemporary organisations or progress to further academic study.

Bill RammellVice Chancellor

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ABOUT OXFORD COLLEGE OF BUSINESS

Oxford College of Business (OCB) is Sri Lanka’s leading Business School that has reinvented post-graduate, undergraduate and professional education in Sri Lanka. OCB’s mission is “To develop skilled business leaders for industry and business, by offering value-based quality education’ in the field of Business.” Oxford College of Business is the only education provider in Sri Lanka that holds the triple international certification of ISO 9001:2008, ISO 14001:2004 and BS OHSAS 18001:2007 certifications, offering its students top quality education whilst maintaining international quality standards. Oxford College of Business is widely regarded as Sri Lanka’s Best Business School specializing in the field of business education. Oxford College of Business is today also one of the very few private higher education providers in the country which offers

the full suite of business programs starting from professional courses up to doctoral programs.

The academic excellence Oxford College of Business boasts of is unparalleled and unmatched by any other private higher education provider in the country. Student success is at the heart of the dynamic approach to graduate education. Looking at business decisions in a new way, spotting trends before they are recognized as the next big thing, seeing situations from a global perspective, asking the right questions, being an innovator are some of the skills that the academics at Oxford College of Business train their students to develop. Furthermore the esteemed faculty members who are considered to comprises of some of the best knowledge pools within the country are the epitome of thought leaders –

using their extraordinary local and global business expertise to share insight, theory and solutions with the business community is the main reasons that Oxford College of Business has produced such academic excellence over the past years,

Oxford College of Business has been recognized and felicitated for its services rendered in the field of education by some of the most respected private and public institutions in Sri Lanka such as: Ceylon Chamber of Commerce, National Chamber of Commerce, Ceylon National Chamber of Industries, Great Place to Work Institute, LMD Magazine and Enterprise Asia. Furthermore all partner institutions that Oxford College of Business works with to promote their programs are UGC approved in Sri Lanka.

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All we do, All we are is Business Education

The MSc Purchasing, Logistics and Supply Chain Management is designed to prepares you for a range of careers in management, specifically, logistics management, procurement management, supply chain management, inventory management, and transportation management. To achieve this, the course is vocational in nature, with a focus on current practices in purchasing, logistics and supply chain management; and on study contemporary concepts, theories, and practices in purchasing, logistics and supply chain strategies and operations; and provides opportunities for you to visit local companies and observe their logistics and supply chain management activities inside the organisations, and/or external guest presentations from industry to keep you informed of current company practices.

You will develop the attributes and skills expected of post-graduates, as recognised by professional and industry bodies such as the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) including team-working, negotiation skills, leadership, confidence and the ability to apply critical and creative thinking to complex and unclear problems to develop innovative solutions. This post-graduate degree aims to enhance your professional prospects by developing your capability to apply the latest thinking relating to organisational development and change in the competitive global context. Successful completion of the MSc Purchasing, Logistics and Supply Chain Management highlights your potential to have a real impact

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ONLY MSC PROGRAM IN SRI LANKA WHICH IS RECOGNISED BY CHARTERED INSTITUTE OF

LOGISTICS AND TRANSPORT (CILT)

" You will develop the attributes and skills expected

of post-graduates, as recognised by professional and industry bodies such as the Chartered Institute of

Logistics and Transport (CILT) including team-working,

negotiation skills, leadership, confidence and the ability to

apply critical and creative thinking to complex and

unclear problems to develop innovative solutions."

on the transformation of the organisation you join. Studying for the MSc Purchasing, Logistics and Supply Chain Management is an enriching personal and professional experience and will be both demanding and rewarding. By working together with your peers and tutors on the course, you will become a confident manager and leader who can make real impact through your intelligent practice in whatever career or future study route that you choose. The course will require a significant amount of work and commitment on your part, but the University will support you and guide your learning and self-development. You will develop higher order skills to help you analyse, evaluate and make decisions, whilst achieving a professional working ethos. On successful completion of the course you will have developed personally and professionally and have the necessary skills to become creative managers, intelligent practitioners and leaders of the future supported by our practice-led curriculum and events to support your development. The University of Bedfordshire’s MSc Purchasing, Logistics and Supply Chain Management course equips you with the knowledge and skills necessary for management, innovation and change and enhances your professional prospects by supporting you in the application of the latest thinking relating to organisational development and change in the dynamic global context.

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• Qualification: PHd Industrial Engineering and Management, Tokyo Institute of Technology, Tokyo, Japan, Master of Engineering Tokyo Institute of Technology, Tokyo, Japan, Bachelor of Engineering University of Moratuwa.

• Current position: Deputy General Manager Supply Chain Excellence, Brandix Apparel Solution Limited.

• Previous positions held: Consultant Brandix Intimate Apparel.

DR. NAYANAPRIYA GUNAWARDENA

• Qualification: B.Sc Hons in Chemical Engineering University of Moratuwa, MBA University of Colombo.

• Current position: Head of Procurement and Customer Service, Nestle Lanka PVT LTD

• Previous positions held: Head of Packaging Procurement for South Asia Region, 17 years with Nestle Lanka with extensive experience in Supply Chain and Finance.

SATHIYENTHRA PANCHADCHARAM

• Qualifications: MBA (University of Lincoln), CIM (UK)

• Current Position: CEO at CBL Biscuits

• Previous positions held: President at Institute of Personal Management (IPM), Managing Director at Leondce Holdings, Head of Human Resources at Coca-Cola Beverages Sri Lanka, Human Resources Director at Ceylon Tobacco Company – BAT (Sri Lanka)

• Memberships and achievements: IPM Lifetime Gold Medal in the “Most Outstanding HR Professional of 2013’ category

SAMITHA PERERA

Faculty members for the MSc Purchasing, Logistics and Supply Chain Management come from a wide range of industries who are leaders in their field, engaged in boundary extending research on key management issues, and with experience in industry. The MSc also benefits from the substantial involvement of senior practitioners from a range of sectors as guest speakers.

SELECTED FACULTY“

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• Qualification: Masters In Manufacturing Management - University of Colombo, Post Graduate Diploma In Manufacturing Management (University of Colombo).

• Current Position: Management Consultant Enterprise Systems - Print Care Group.

• Previous positions held: Deputy General Manager - Supply Chain & Manufacturing Processes - Aitken Spence Printing & Packaging (Pvt) Ltd (2013- 2018), Chief Executive Officer (2012-2013) - Huegins Graphoo pvt Ltd, Senior Consultant/ Practice Lead SAP Manufacturing (2010 - 2012) - John Keells Holdings, Senior Manager ERP/ Group Quality Assurance Manager - Printcare Group PLC.

• Memberships and achievements: First Sri Lankan Printing and packaging industry researcher, in 2011 Sri Lanka first ever printing industry survey done and size of the industry, operational capability and industry strategies were established.

CHAAMINDA RATNAYAKE

• Qualifications: PhD (Reading) at University of Colombo, MBA (Australian Institute of Business) BSC in Teaching Technology, Sikkim Manipal, India, LLB (Level 6) Open University Sri Lanka.

• Current Position: Head of Academic at Oxford College of Business

• Previous positions held: Deputy Director (Education and Administration) Ceylinco Educational Services Ltd

• Memberships and achievements: Chairman’s Award winner for the highest-grade point average of 6.25 for the MBA at Australian Institute of Business, Fellow Member of Association of Business Executives (FABE) UK, FCMI (UK), MIM(SL).

DHANSUHKA SANJEEWA KULATHILAKA

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EDUCATIONAL AIMS AND LEARNING OUTCOMES

The educational aims of the course are grounded in the University’s mission to provide challenging and innovative learning and teaching that empowers the active and professional learner. The aims are also rooted in the mission and practice of the Business School to provide enterprising and fit for purpose courses that are necessary for businesses to expand and diversify. The Learning Teaching and Assessment strategy on the MSc Purchasing, Logistics and Supply Chain Management supports these aims through the development of an engaging and stimulating learning environment that engages actively with research and scholarly activity. Purchasing, logistics and supply chain management are critical to the success of both manufacturing and service industries, be it global or domestic in scale. It encompasses the functions of procurement, production, distribution, transport, and customer services, with a diverse range of management styles and structures. The course is designed to prepares you for a range of careers in management, specifically, in managing logistics, procurement, supply chains, inventory, and transportation.

Therefore, the course will cover a range of study areas to reflect the skills and knowledge needed by today’s professional purchasing, logistics and/or supply chain managers.

The course provides a challenging learning experience integrating theory and practice. All units are designed to support intellectual development and strategic thinking and to encourage creativity and innovation in practice through a focus on the application of theory to practice in contemporary work organisations. You will also have opportunities for peer networking and learning that enable you to enhance your personal development and prepare you for the next step in your career.

• Develop the range of knowledge, skills and values at the professional level and to master the knowledge specified in the fields.

• Advance the study of organisations and supply chain networks, their integrative management, and the changing external context in which they operate.

• Apply relevant knowledge and business and management skills to solve complex problems in organisations both systematically and creatively to improve business and management practice

To achieve this, the course has been designed to enable you to:

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During the course of the studies, you will be developing your knowledge, skills and wider attributes. The broad intentions are set out in the course learning outcomes as follows:

1Demonstrate critical understanding of relevant

theories, methodologies and techniques of a wide range of logistics and supply chain

management functions applicable to diverse organisations.

4Be familiar with the relevant professional

codes of conduct and corporate social responsibility issues, demonstrate

professional communication skills appropriate to working with both internal and external personnel and stakeholders, and be able to

justify, respond and present the outcomes in a manner appropriate to the audience.

2Demonstrate a critical insight into current

practices in procurement, projects, logistics, and/or supply chain management within a variety of environments, and how these

practices are managed locally, nationally and over international boundaries.

5Demonstrate the ability to creatively solve

complex and pervasive problems in the subject areas, and in doing so form sound

judgments in the absence of complete data, and be able to communicate conclusions

and recommendations appropriate to both a specialist and non-specialist audience.

3Be able to make feasible plans for

procurement, logistics/supply chain operations, and/or projects management,

apply suitable methods, tools or techniques for process and quality management,

and critically evaluate their results and effectiveness.

6Demonstrate effective self-management in terms of planning, behaviour, motivation,

individual initiative and enterprise in order to meet the demands of a Master’s degree in Purchasing, Logistics and Supply Chain

Management, while taking responsibility for personal learning and continuous professional

development.

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COURSE STRUCTURE & DURATION

The course has been designed to be flexible, inclusive and transparent to enable you to achieve the course learning outcomes and have a quality learning experience. The course is delivered using a module delivery pattern; you will undertake one Unit at a time for six weeks and that will be a module of delivery. At the end of four modules (8 months) you will progress to the master’s capstone experience stage where you will opt to complete either, a dissertation, a professional placement, an internship or a live project unit. Each of these options will include an element of research methodology which is embedded within the unit.

The module structure is designed to provide you with an integrated, developmental and challenging learning experience. The course starts with ‘welcome’ week which is a full week of activity designed to introduce and induct you to the university and the course. This week includes an embedded introduction to both professional and academic development, information on the learning environment and what you will need to do to be successful in your studies and an introduction to the choices available in your final Masters capstone unit. As you progress through the course, there will be an opportunity before

each new module to reflect on your progress and development to date and plan your ‘next steps’ and future action to maximise your achievements.

The MSc Purchasing, Logistics and Supply Chain Management is made up of seven units – four core units, and 3 options. Each unit has an academic level and a specific credit rating which indicates the amount of learning hours it will require. The course comprises a total of 180 credits. The course structure is as follows:

Complete one unit every 2 months

53MONTHS 7 9 11

Global Logistics and Supply Chain

Management

Sustainable Business

Management

1 2 64 8 10 12

Project and Operations

Management

Risk and Procurement Management

Capstone Stage

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8 MONTHS

Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management (GLSCM)

Project and Operations Management (POM)

Sustainable Business Management (SBM)

Risk and Procurement Management (RPM)

CORE UNITS

4 MONTHS

Business Dissertation

Business Live Project

MASTERS CAPSTONE STAGE

Or

Select one unit from:

Or

Professional Practice

30 Credits

30 Credits

30 Credits

30 Credits

60 Credits

Assessment Method

Program Structure

Module Core/Optional Subject Assessment Mode and Weight (%)

Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management CoreOral Presentation (40%)

Case study (60%)

Sustainable Business Management CoreOral Presentation (40%)

Individual report (60%)

Project and Operations Management CoreIndividual report (40%)

Group Report & Oral Presentation (60%)

Risk and Procurement Management CoreIndividual report (50%)

Individual report (50%)

Business Dissertation OptionalIndividual report (10%)

Dissertation report (90%)

Professional Practice OptionalIndividual report (10%)

Work-Based Report (90%)

Business Live Project OptionalIndividual report (10%)

Project report (90%)

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Unit Name Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management

Aims and Relevance

Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management is an area that is rapidly gaining importance and focus as businesses address the challenge of meeting increasingly demanding customer expectations globally. There has been a growth in interest in how organisations manage the flows into, within, and out of their enterprises and recognition that this fundamentally affects their competitive position. In an increasingly competitive marketplace those organisations that appropriately embrace logistics and supply chain management rationale will strengthen their ability to compete successfully.

This unit aims to enable you to:

• Have a sound understanding of the various dimensions of the complex and dynamic subject of logistics and supply chain management;

• Examine critically the key issues of contemporary developments and practices in logistics, supply chain management and other related areas, and solve practical problems creatively by using relevant and well researched theoretical concepts and frameworks.

This unit will introduce you to well-developed theories and concepts in global logistics and supply chain management. In particular it will concentrate on contemporary developments within subject area of the course, and the increasing integration between the highly related areas of logistics management, supply chain management, and sustainable operations management. It will consider the ways in which these developments are expanding and challenging the traditionally accepted roles and objectives of these functions and how integration can contribute to enhanced competitive advantage for organisations.

Syllabus Content

• Global logistics and supply chain management – Overview and sustainable strategy

• Organisational, environmental and managerial Issues in global logistics and supply chain management

• Demand management, order management and customer care

• Global inventory management, warehousing, packaging, materials handling, and distribution management

• Information technologies and global supply chain management

• Transportation systems and transportation management

• Sourcing, managing supplier and supply chain relationships

• Challenges and opportunities in managing global logistics and supply chains

• (There will be case studies for all topics)

UNITS IN DETAIL

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Unit Name Project and Operations Management

Aims and Relevance

Project Management has become increasingly important and is an essential skill in many business-related careers today. Operations Management has always been one of the key functions in an organisation since it is concerned with the production and delivery of the organisation’s products and services.

The competitive environment for operations demands new ways of thinking about the way we approach the management of our own organisation and those we network with. Global sourcing and relocation are now commonplace for manufacturing and service organisations.

The unit first seeks to provide a fundamental understanding of operations management. This foundation is then developed into the new ways in which organisations should be managed in the global context.

The unit also explores the theory and principles of project management for a wide range of project types.It will consider the appropriate application of project management tools and techniques.

The aim of this unit is to enable you to:

• Critically evaluate the principles and techniques associated with Project and Operations Management both in manufacturing and service industries in the private and public sectors.

• Critically assess the relationship between operations and other functions within an organisation, and the need for integration between marketing, operations and human resources which is essential for modern business to meet customer needs.

• Critically evaluate the implications of taking a global perspective of project/ operations management.

• Consider the significance of project management and the role of a project manager in modern businesses.

• Select and use appropriate project management tools and techniques to plan a project.

Syllabus Content

• The role of operations in global competitiveness and environmental sustainability

• Product and service design

• Process design and layout

• Quality management

• Capacity and location planning

• Supply chain and logistics management

• Environmental/Sustainability issues in Managing Operations

• Project Management and the Project Manager’s Role

• Project Planning: Work Breakdown Structure

• Project Planning: Gantt Chart and basic budget

• Network Analysis and Critical Path Method

• Risk Analysis and Management

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Unit Name Risk and Procurement Management

Aims and Relevance

This unit explores the theory and principles of Risk and Procurement Management as well as Quality issues in Engineering and Project Management contexts. The emphasis will be on managing the issues (risks, procurement and quality) and problems encountered within any project and the difficulties of delivering projects and programmes within the agreed objectives.

The aim of this unit is to enable you:

• To understand and analyse the Risk and Quality Management using necessary tools and techniques to ensure a successful engineering or project management.

• To understand and evaluate distinguished features of negotiation within contract and procurement management within variety of organizational settings.

Syllabus Content

This unit covers key aspects of risk, quality and procurement management:

• Introduction to risk and risk management process.

• Different standards of project risk management including ISO standard ISO:31000

• Risk analysis tools and techniques (quantitative & qualitative)

• Introduction to quality management

• Different quality frameworks, tools and techniques for quality assessment, monitoring and control

• Introduction to Contract and procurement and legal terms and Conditions

• Procurement Planning and Administration

• Contract types and administration

• International Considerations of contracts and procurement

UNITS IN DETAIL

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Unit Name Sustainable Business Management

Aims and Relevance

The central aim of this unit is to equip students with the knowledge and skills to understand the scope and aspects of business impacts on the environment and how these impacts may be managed to improve business sustainability. The unit will closely reflect the needs of the revised international environmental management standard, ISO14001(2015) and recognise the contexts of climate change and the move to a circular economy that are integral to the perspectives of the standard. The unit will help students develop their management skills in the light of rapidly developing, complex ideas about business sustainability. The unit will help students critically assess current business practices while developing strategic and operational opportunities to embed sustainability more deeply throughout the business. This will include systems but, to reflect the emphasis of ISO14001 (2015) will emphasise the need for senior leadership, creativity and engagement skills. The unit will work in partnership with Bedfordshire Green Business Network (GBN) to engage students with real life case studies and opportunities for practical skills development. It is intended that the unit will be accredited by the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH) for students who successfully complete the unit to be considered as ‘legally competent’ to manage an environmental management system.

Syllabus Content

Assessing the current state of business sustainability:

• Managing aspects and impacts of business operations in relation to sustainability concepts.

• The use of environmental management systems as an approach to minimising environmental impacts

• Practice based progress on key concepts, including waste minimisation, resource efficiency, and responses to extreme weather / risk and resilience.

Understanding key drivers for sustainability:

• The direct and indirect threats and opportunities from climate change and business operations within in a resource constrained economy.

• Understanding national and international context including legal, social and political drivers.

• Developing strategic and operational opportunities to embed sustainability.

• Engaging senior leadership, staff and wider stakeholders

• Aligning the business strategy with sustainability.

• Innovative business opportunities for meeting Zero Carbon and circular economy priorities, including redesigning business products and services; sustainable energy, and increasing onsite biodiversity.

• Working collaboratively with networks and partnerships

• Understanding a range of tools and models for managing sustainability.

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Unit Name Business Dissertation

Aims and Relevance

Aims:

• To bring theory and practice together to formulate a research question and conduct a major piece of research on a topic of your choice relevant to your field of study

• To stimulate you to reflect on issues critically and to identify aspects that need further research

• To provide you with the opportunity to explore a topic in considerable depth, including carrying out a major literature review

• To train you to critically evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of other people’s research and also your own

• To enhance skills in time-management, research management, project organisation and decision-making

Relevance:

An important aim of a master’s degree is to train you to use your knowledge and skills independently so that you can successfully carry out a major piece of research. This dissertation provides you with the opportunity for sustained independent study that builds on your research proposal and represents the culmination of your master’s level studies.

Syllabus Content

Following an initial two weeks when you will be introduced to the processes and techniques associated with research methods, you will be allocated a supervisor, who has relevant knowledge and expertise. Your supervisor will support you in developing your ideas, to ensure that you collect appropriate data to address your research question. Your supervisor will also provide feedback on samples of your written research to ensure it complies with the standards expected for a dissertation at masters’ level.

Indicative Syllabus Content:

• Ethical considerations for research including preparation of an Ethics Form

• Formulating and clarifying research topic aims and objectives

• Preparing a systematic and critical Literature Review

• Fundamentals of research philosophies

• Implementing research methodologies relevant to your chosen topic

• Introduction to subject specific research methodologies

UNITS IN DETAIL

Regardless of which master’s capstone experience you opt for, you will have to produce an individual, independent piece of work. You will be asked to identify the research question or problem under investigation, review the relevant literature, and develop a sound methodology in order to explore the problem, proceed with the analysis, discuss your findings and make recommendations. It is the capstone of this course and builds on the knowledge and skills acquired in all Units. It will be one of the most challenging but yet enjoyable and rewarding experiences you will encounter ever!

You are expected to make use of the journals, professional bodies and the media in order to keep up-to-date with information, examples, debates, discussions and events in procurement, logistics and supply chain management practices.

Your enquiry skills will be developed through lectures and workshops. You will be introduced to various research methods, such as survey, interview, focus group, action research, and various quantitative and qualitative analytical techniques. Through the final capstone unit in purchasing, logistics and/or supply chain management, you will be able to apply some of these methods and techniques to carry out independent research.

The notions of accountability and academic integrity will be an integral part of your course. You will be informed about what plagiarism is and how to avoid it during the delivery of each Unit. Where an individual project is required you will be asked to show the different stages of your work or to present it in its entity upon completion. Where collaborative tasks are assigned, an individual reflective report or individual viva maybe required to indicate your contribution to the team. All coursework assignments will require a thorough evaluation of the sources used and referencing will be done according to the Harvard Referencing System.

CAPSTONE STAGE DISSERTATION / PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE / BUSINESS LIVE PROJECT:

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Unit Name Business Live Project

Aims and Relevance

The central aim of this Unit is to provide you with a thorough understanding of the commercial context in which organisations operate. By engaging within a live project you will have opportunity to apply your existing knowledge and experience in response to a number of work based scenarios involving critical evaluation and reflection to propose appropriate courses of action to a business client.

In so doing you will gain the opportunity to develop the qualities and transferrable skills required for continued employment and or continued research. Through the challenging environments inherit within a unit of this nature you will directly enhance your awareness or the professional, social and behavioural contexts of the internal and external environment.

Syllabus Content

The concept of the unit is that you will engage with an appropriate number of current live projects.During the taught elements of the course you will already have some experience in the application of theory to practice. Within the work place setting, integration is necessary and in preparation for your transition to the workplace this unit requires that you apply your existing learning to a range of complex scenarios reflective of the practitioner environment. You will need to analyse the organisation and draw on relevant theories and models as necessary to inform you decision-making.

You will be presented with a live project reflective of a challenge facing a real organisation. You will need to develop imaginative and effective solutions to the opportunities and challenges with reference to appropriate current research and debate.








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Unit Name Professional Practice

Aims and Relevance

The central aim of this Unit is to provide you with a thorough understanding of the commercial context in which organisations operate. By reflecting upon your existing knowledge and experience you will be required to respond to a number of work based scenarios through critical evaluation to determine an appropriate course of action.

In so doing you will gain the opportunity to develop the qualities and transferrable skills required for continued employment and or continued research. Through the challenging environments inherit within a unit of this nature you will directly enhance your awareness or the professional, social and behavioural contexts of the internal and external environment.

Syllabus Content

The concept of the unit is that you will undertake a twelve week professional practice experience in conjunction with a suitable organisation. Your programme of work will be agreed by yourself, your employer and your supervisor, who will be an experienced academic from the University

Following an induction period during which you will be introduced to the processes, principles and underlying approach of the professional practice unit you will be allocated an academic supervisor (professional practice tutor) who will support you during your time of your engagement with an employer (professional practice provider).

Your academic supervisor (professional practice tutor) will maintain contact with you throughout the professional practice and will have significant input in the initial stages when the detail of your professional practice will be defined. Throughout the evolution of the professional practice you will be expected to apply a degree of criticality and original thinking to the workplace environment in keeping with the standards required of a Master’s degree. The final evaluation phase will include the production of a written project report during which you will be expected to present your observations and results of your professional practice to both your organisation and your professional practice tutor.








CAPSTONE STAGE DISSERTATION / PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE / BUSINESS LIVE PROJECT:

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HOW TO APPLYUniversity of Bedfordshire MSc in Purchasing, Logistics and Supply Chain Management seeks individuals who have strong leadership capabilities and the desire and drive to achieve academic and management excellence. In addition, we are looking for people who are motivated, mature, focused and keen to make a positive impact on business and society. If that’s sounds like you then it’s time to apply.

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”Applicants who wish to undertake the University of Bedfordshire MSc must satisfy the following minimum entry criteria:

Applicants should have at least a Second Class Honours degree, or equivalent with 3 years of work experience

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Applicants with over 5 years of work experience at senior level of management can also be considered.

Where the applicant’s medium of instruction (at a tertiary level) was not English, the applicant must have obtained:

(i) a score of 575 or better on the TOEFL; or

(ii) a score of 6.5 or better on the IELTS; or

(iii) a credit or better in English in the GCE “O” or “A” levels or equivalent

• Visit our website of visit Oxford College of Business

• Check the admissions requirements and application deadlines

• Call us, meet us or send your CV for advice

• Complete and submit the application form

• The final decision will be made by University of Bedfordshire Admissions Committee - we hope to welcome you onto the programme

Fees are paid in instalments (details on p10) and we offer discounts for full payment upfront. Please speak to our program advisors at Oxford College of Business for further information.

Please contact us to speak to an advisor who will guide you through the programme and application process. Our team at Oxford College of Business will provide advice and put you in contact with students and alumni based in your country.

Entry requirements

English requirement

The application processes

Fees

Support at each stage

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CAMPUS LIFE

Oxford College of Business’s Postgraduate Study Division is an integral part of the academic assistance we provide. It offers direct support to postgraduate students who require extra literacy, numeracy, and study skills. Our Academic Advisors are available on campus and regularly organise appointments with students seeking additional assistance with their studies. They help students manage the challenging demands of their assessments and equip them to meet the requirements of their programs.

Oxford College of Business provides library access to students plus an extensive online library with access to online databases to support students in postgraduate studies. Students can also borrow program-relevant books and reference materials on campus.

As an internal student of the University students will have direct access to BREO (Bedfordshire Resources for Education Online) which is a collection of online tools to help and support students with their studies. BREO contains the following tools: Blackboard Learn (containing: Turnitin and Collaborate), PebblePad and Panopto. Furthermore Oxford College of Business provide easily accessible IT resources for students including Wi-Fi access, computer labs, printing, photocopying, email, and intranet facilities.

Our student lounges are great places for students to meet and relax. Oxford College of Business is located close to shopping districts providing easy access to cafés, restaurants, and bars. Students can also make use of our canteen facilities for heating and refrigerating food.

Campus Facilities

Library

Technology

Student Lounge

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STUDENT SERVICES

Orientation All new students are required to attend the orientation program in the week before the start of their first semester. Orientation provides an opportunity for students to meet lecturers and other students and to obtain information about their studies, the facilities and the academic and support services available to them. Students will also learn about their responsibilities as a student and be given information about the local area and transportation. At Orientation students, will also meet their Student Services Officers who will assist in subject selection and enrolment plus provide a class timetable. This is also a great opportunity for students to raise any questions they have about their units of study. Our friendly on-site Student Services teams are able to help students settle into life on campus and are happy to answer any questions students might have.

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GENERAL INFORMATIONStating dates Please contact Oxford College of Business regarding course starting dates

Prompt, personalised and on-going support Staff at University of Bedfordshire and Oxford College of Business will be there to help you throughout your study journey. Gain prompt, personalised and ongoing support from specialised Faculty and our Student Support Team. We know postgraduate study is a commitment and we’re committed to providing you exceptional support throughout your qualification.

Study SupportShortly before commencing the course, students will be invited to join a study skills seminar/induction conducted by the Head of Academic at Oxford College of Business. The purpose of the study skills seminar/induction is to introduce students to the advanced academic study protocols, a brief introduction about the roles played by the Oxford College of Business, University of Bedfordshre and general study techniques.

Oxford College of Business’s dedicated academic and operational staff will be with you every step of the way if you require any assistance.

AssessmentAssessment is based on individual reports, group presentations and case studies undertaking realistic projects applied to each participant’s own organisational and industry contexts, rather than exams.

FacilitatorsOur facilitators are highly qualified and experienced business professionals. They are chosen based on their senior management experience in there are of specialisation, appropriate postgraduate and teaching qualifications, and a commitment to keep abreast of developments in there are of specialisation. Be inspired by practitioners with senior level business and industry experience and benefit from their extensive business knowledge and practical leadership and management skills.

AttendanceAll students need to maintain a minimum of 75% attendance for each subject/unit in order to be eligible to submit their respective assignments by the due date.

DisabilityBoth Oxford College of Business and University of Bedfordshire is aware of the requirements of the Special Educational Needs and Disability Act 2001 and seek to ensure that the practices the Act seek to encourage are followed. Concerning special educational needs (e.g. dyslexia) special provision is made for assessment for course work depending on the individual needs of the student. All formal teaching and learning is undertaken on premises that provide reasonable access for you if you have concerns about mobility. Advice on the nature of specific disabilities and the reasonable adjustments which can be made to accommodate disabled students is available from the Disability Advice Team.

If you have disclosed a disability (includes long term medical conditions and Specific Learning Difficulties such as dyslexia) to Oxford College of Business, please contact Oxford College of Business medical doctor for an appointment. At the appointment, the doctor will discuss your learning support needs including examination access arrangements, where appropriate. It is important to get this support in place as soon as possible so they can support you to achieve your full potential. You can talk to the team in confidence about any concerns you have about your learning support needs and he will advise you how to obtain the support you need.

Location, Facilities, and ResourcesLocated at the heart of Colombo, Oxford College of Business is in close proximity to all amenities, Banks, Blue-chip companies and restaurants are all within walking distance from the campus. Oxford College of Business have a dedicated state-of-the art fully equipped class rooms with projectors and LCD TV’s. Students have access to wireless internet, canteen, and computer labs for online research.

Course Duration12 months

Class timingsSunday – 1.00pm to 7.00pm

Annual Graduation Students can visit the international graduation ceremony held at Bedfordshire University UK at the end of each year or take part in the local graduation organized by Oxford College of Business. You may contact Oxford College of Business for further details.

Time CommitmentIt is recommended that students complete up to 13 hours of self-directed study per week for each unit.

Course WorkEmphasis is placed on contemporary, relevant, and interactive case studies. Participants engage in coursework that is entirely applicable to their work to ensure they receive immediate value for their learning experience.

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COURSE FEESOne of the most affordable and sought-after masters programs in Sri Lanka

Fees Comments

Registration Fee LKR 60,000 Non-refundable fee payable when the application is submitted

1st Semester

University Fees LKR 90,000 Payable to University of Bedfordshire at the start of the first month

Tuition Fees LKR 75,000 Payable to Oxford College of Business during the second month

2nd Semester

University Fees LKR 90,000 Payable to University of Bedfordshire at the start of the forth month

Tuition Fees LKR 75,000 Payable to Oxford College of Business during the fifth month

3rd Semester

University Fees LKR 90,000 Payable to University of Bedfordshire at the start of the eight month

Tuition Fees LKR 75,000 Payable to Oxford College of Business during the ninth month

Total Investment LKR 555,000

* Note – A semester is every 4 months

Oxford College of Business and Bedfordshire University have the right to change the above fees from time to time.

Payments can be made by direct debit card, credit card, cheque or cash. Please contact Oxford College of Business for payment details.

The above fees do not include textbooks.

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100 Thurstan Road Colombo 07, Sri Lanka

T: (94) 11 4718711/12F: (94) 11 2556116E: [email protected]: www.ocbsrilanka.edu.lk

Entry criteria, assessment methods and services are correct at the time of printing November 2018.

School of Strategy and ManagementUniversity Square, Luton Bedfordshire (UK)

T: +44 (0)1234 400 400E: [email protected]: www.beds.ac.uk

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Oxford College of Business

University of Bedfordshire

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