Business Management (Logistics and Operations) (BSc)

Why study this course

Professionals who can manage products and services from production to delivery, on time and in budget, are central to the success of contemporary organisations.

This means you’ll be in high demand for roles in the public, private and third sectors with competitive salaries and excellent prospects for career progression.

Our BSc Business Management (Logistics and Operations) focuses on organisations of all kinds from multinational corporations to social enterprises and charities. This holistic approach ensures you develop the skills to respond to the evolving needs of all businesses, irrespective of sector.

You’ll develop logistics and operations management expertise from our team of internationally renowned researchers. They’ll introduce you to the practices of purchasing and supply, logistics and distribution and advanced operations management.

With their support, you’ll build a skill set to respond to current developments and challenges in business and society, while preparing to launch a successful career in the logistics industry or pursue further postgraduate study and research.

Accreditations

• Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB)

Careers and placements

Career prospects

We are committed to helping you achieve your professional ambitions, providing you with the skills, curiosity and confidence to make your mark in a competitive job market. Whether you have a clear idea of what you’d like to do after university, or no idea at all, we have the tools and support to guide you.

Our graduates go on to a range of industries and professions including banking and finance management, logistics and supply chain management, UK Government and Civil Service, and data analysis.

Within the Business School we have a dedicated Careers Centre offering bespoke business-specific support, including industry placements, internships, work experience and insights.

You’ll benefit from career consultations, interview and CV writing workshops, industry-specific events and specialist psychometric assessment and broad skills training.

Graduate careers

• Accountant
• Business Analyst
• Economist
• HR Manager
• Lecturer
• Marketing Executive
• Production Manager
• Stockbroker

Placements

We recognise the importance of gaining work experience during your studies. Our dedicated Placement Manager offers advice on available work placements, internships, work experience and opportunities to enhance your CV and broaden your horizons. Support with job applications and interview techniques is also available from our in-house Careers Consultant.

On the BSc Business Management (Logistics and Operations) programme there is the opportunity to undertake a year-long placement. If you decide you would like to take up this opportunity you can either apply for the four-year BSc Business Management (Logistics and Operations) with a Professional Placement Year programme or transfer onto it at any time up until the end of your second year of study. The placement is undertaken in the third year of the four-year degree programme. 

International Study

To give you the opportunity to gain a global perspective, we offer four-year degree programmes with a Year Abroad. You may apply during your second year for a place on these programmes and if you are successful you will transfer in to the four-year degree scheme. The Year Abroad will become an integral part of the degree.

In addition, subject to meeting the eligibility criteria (overall average mark of 60% or higher in the first year and a successful interview with the Director of International Exchange) you may transfer to the Semester Abroad programme. On this programme you take six compulsory single modules in the first semester before spending the Spring semester at one of our partner universities abroad studying relevant modules in English.

We have exchange agreements with high ranking Business Schools and universities worldwide where you will study modules taught and assessed in English at the partner university. A list of partner institutions, all of which offer modules taught in English, can be found on our website.

Our Exchange team and the University Global Opportunity Centre work closely with you in preparation for and during your studies abroad.