Master of Science (Logistics)

Objective

The Master of Science (Logistics) program is designed to provide professionals working within the logistics and operations management area with the skills to manage the flow of materials and information within and between organizations and their business environment. It incorporates both practical and theoretical aspects of logistics and supply chain management to assist managers in increasing business efficiency and advancing their individual careers.

This course will provide managers with the tools to effectively implement supply chain management, enhancing the competitive success and profitability of their organizations. Professionals and managers working within the logistics and operations management area will acquire the skills required to manage the flow of materials and information within and between organizations.

Why study this degree?

In today’s globalised business environment, the ability to develop and institutionalise supply chain and logistics systems competence is vital, to any organisations vision to maximise its competitive advantage through cost optimisation and customer satisfaction.

The introduction of the M Sc. (Logistics) program at UOWD is timely, particularly within the Emirate of Dubai, as it seeks to establish an integrated multi-modal logistics hub as evidenced by the Jebel Ali Airport Project and the Dubai Logistics City (DLC) developments.

The Master of Science (Logistics) program enables students to demonstrate a command of wide-ranging, logistics related creative and conceptual skills. It allows the student an opportunity to analyze, diagnose and execute judgment across a broad range of logistics management functions.

The M Sc. (Logistics) program is structured so as to enable professionals in logistics to advance into positions of greater management responsibility and for those who have met the admission requirements to develop core competencies. The M Sc. (Logistics) program provides supply chain and operations related electives enabling practitioners to focus on key issues relevant to their field or working life.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of this highly specialised degree have career options in a wide range of industries ranging from retail, automotive, transportation, warehousing, 3PL, hospitality, manufacturing and technology.

Jobs opportunities include specialists or managerial positions in multinational corporations, private companies and governmental organisations in departments such as Purchasing, Procurement, Warehousing, Transportation, Production, Quality Control, Logistics, International Trade, and Planning.

Graduates can expect to take up senior positions and middle-management such as Supply Chain Manager, Area Logistics Manager, Store Manager, Dispatch Supervisor, Division Demand Manager, Inventory Planning Manager /Auditor, Division Warehouse Manager, Route Planning Manager, Purchase/ Procurement Manager, Inventory Control Coordinator, Stock Control Officer, Customs Manager, Import/ Freight Coordinator, Transportation Supervisor.

Program Summary

Duration of Course

This course is normally 4 semesters in length.

Candidates may only take more than 2 subjects per semester upon approval from the Dean.

Students on a University sponsored Visa must take at least 2 subjects per semester.

Intakes

There are three intakes each year (Autumn, Spring and Summer).

  • Spring Semester: January – April
  • Summer Semester: May – July
  • Autumn Semester: August – December
Timing / Attendance

Attendance is compulsory.

Each subject requires one evening of attendance per week.

Classes are held from 6.00pm – 9.00pm, Sunday to Thursday.

Subjects

8 Subjects – normally 2 per semester

6 Core Subjects:
  • TBS908 - Supply Chain Management
  • TBS912 - Quantitative Methods for Decision Making
  • TBS928 - Logistics System Management
  • TBS925 - Inventory Management
  • TBS934 - Logistics Information Systems
  • TBS918* - Strategic Supply Chain Management

*Capstone Subject

2 Elective Subjects:

Chosen from the following streams:

Supply Chain Management Stream:

  • TBS927 - Process and Change Management
  • TBS933 - Procurement Management

Operations Stream:

  • TBS931 - Manufacturing and Operations Strategy
  • TBS932 - Service Operations Management
Lecturers

All lecturers are PhD. qualified and have comprehensive business experience in the discipline.

Tuition Fees

6,850 AED per subject. This equates to 54,800 AED for the degree program.

For more detailed information, please refer to the Postgraduate Fee and Refund Policy

Method of Payment

Fees may be paid by cash, cheque or credit card prior to enrolment.

Admission Requirements

A recognized Bachelor‘s Degree with a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale or equivalent.

Probationary Admission Requirements

Students with a Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized University and GPA between 2.5 and 2.99 on a 4.0 scale or equivalent may be granted probationary admission.

Students on probation must enrol in and complete two subjects in the first semester and must achieve a semester average score of 60% in the two subjects taken to continue in the program.

If the student does not obtain the minimum average score of 60% in the two subjects, the student will be dismissed and not be allowed to enrol again in this program.

Admission With Refresher Course Requirements

Students who meet the GPA requirements in the Admission Requirements or Probationary Admission Requirements above, but who have not successfully completed the following subjects as part of their undergraduate degree will need to successfully complete the applicable foundation course subject(s) covering:

  • accountancy,
  • finance,
  • marketing,
  • statistics and
  • operations management

as designed by UOWD and approved by the Commission for Academic Accreditation for the UAE Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research.

Mature Age Entry Requirements (Probationary Admission)

To be considered for Probationary Admission under the Mature Entry Requirements a student must:

  • Have completed a recognised Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum GPA of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale or its equivalent; and
  • Have completed a recognised Bachelor’s Degree a minimum of eight (8) years prior to lodging their application for admission; and
  • Have a minimum of four (4) years work experience, at least two (2) years of which must be in the relevant field of study

Students granted Probationary Admission under the Mature Entry Requirements must satisfy the following:

Students on probation must take and complete two subjects in the first semester and must achieve a semester average score of 60% in the two subjects taken to continue in the program.

If the student does not obtain a minimum average score of 60% in the two subjects, the student will be dismissed and not be allowed to enrol again in this program.

English Language Requirements

Academic IELTS: An overall band score 6.0 with a minimum score of 6.0 in Reading and Writing and 5.0 for each of Listening and Speaking.

International TOEFL: 79-80 (internet based) or 213 (computer based) or 550 (paper based).

Completion Requirements

To qualify for award of the degree of Master of Science (Logistics) a candidate must:

  • accrue an aggregate of at least 48 credit points by completing and passing the required core and elective subjects, and
  • achieve a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 / 4.0 (equivalent to 60% average at UOWD).

Application Procedures

The completed Application For Admission Form must include:

Academic Documentation
  • An Official transcript and an official Bachelor degree.
  • Proof of satisfying English Language Requirements.

Note:

  • If these are not in English, a certified English translation is required. Proof of English proficiency is required.
  • Results from IELTS & TOEFL tests must be sent to the University directly from the IELTS or TOEFL testing centers, quoting UOWD institution code (IELTS: AE109 / TOEFL: 7907).
Administrative Documentation:
  • Four (4) passport photos.
  • A certified copy of the passport and UAE Residence Visa.

When applicable, applications for Advanced Standing should be made at the time of application for admission along with :

  • An Official Transcript from a recognized postgraduate program
  • A detailed copy of the Course syllabus or subject outline.

Articulation

Students, who have completed courses in MAFB, MBA, MEM, MIB, MITM or MQM offered by UOWD, must meet the specific Admission Requirements of the MSc (Log)Program in order to articulate over. In such cases, where eligibility exists, these students can complete the MSc (Log)by completing 6 additional subjects.
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