MSc Operations Management
The course
- Delivery type
- Evenings
- Duration
- 1 year (full-time) / 2 years (part-time)
- Intake date
- September
- Location
- Dubai
Contact
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Contact
Heriot-Watt University Dubai Campus
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Telephone
+971 4 571 7000
Overview
Knowledge in operations management is an important requirement of managers across all business functions and there is an increasing demand for operations management specialists in every type of organisation.
This is a specialist MSc
MSc Operations Management is a specialist MSc programme led by academics at the Edinburgh Business School. As a specialist masters, this degree gives those who have worked in industry or studied a similar subject previously, the chance to expand, refine and enhance their knowledge.
This 1-year masters programme focuses almost entirely on the area of operations management. It blends cutting-edge academic thinking with best practice from industry to give graduates and professionals the opportunity to advance with a highly employable skillset.
The Edinburgh Business School approach
MSc Operations Management from the Edinburgh Business School at Heriot-Watt University develops critical understanding of the role operations management plays in relation to organisational performance and competitiveness.
This masters degree will build knowledge of operations management principles and concepts, and explore how they can be applied across different organisational functions including finance, sales, marketing, human resource management and design.
It will develop expertise in the use of various quality, process and supply chain management tools and techniques for analysing and improving operations in a wide range of industries including manufacturing, services, the public sector and the third sector.
On completion of the programme students are able to identify, conceptualise and define new problems and issues and have the ability to contribute towards the competitiveness of any organisation.
Programme duration
| Mode of Study | MSc | PG Diploma |
|---|---|---|
| Full-time | 12 months | 9 months |
| Part-time | 24 months | 21 months |
Accreditation
Read more about the UAE Federal Accreditation.
Course content
| Semester 1 (Sept - Dec) | Semester 2 (Jan - April) |
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| Operations Management | Quality Management and Engineering |
| Strategies for Managing Supply Chains | System Thinking and Analysis |
Two optional Courses Semester 1:
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One optional course Semester 2:
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| Research Philosophy and Practice |
The MSc dissertation is undertaken between May - August.
Global Purchasing and Supply
Semester 1 (mandatory)
Purchasing processes and activities; the role of contracts; negotiation; theory and the make or buy decision; category management and supplier sourcing; supplier performance and relationship management; supplier development, innovation and purchasing's role in NPD; procuring complex performance; power, politics and partnership; ethics, social responsibility and supplier selection.
Operations Management
Semester 1 (mandatory)
To understand the scope and importance of operations management, the role of operations managers and appreciate the interaction of operations on the
organisation, employees and customers. Key areas of focus include the linkages between process and operations design, business strategy and globalisation; the different elements of operations and how to analyse an operational environment in terms of these elements; and the challenges facing the operations manager to exploit innovative practices (e.g. ‘lean') and technologies and deal with changing attitudes (e.g. CSR).
Strategies for Managing Supply Chains
Semester 1 (mandatory)
This course sets out the evolution of supply chain thinking and identifies the challenges faced by organisations. The nature and means of formulating business strategy is first identified before looking at the scope of supply chain strategic planning and the different perspectives of producers, retailers and logistics service providers.
Quality Management and Engineering
Semester 2 (mandatory)
Provides in-depth understanding of the principles, concepts, tools and techniques of quality management, quality engineering and continuous improvement together with awareness of how in practice these could be integrated to design and deliver an integrated continuous improvement programme. The module also aims to introduce students how to statistically plan, design and execute industrial experiments for process understanding and improvement in both manufacturing and service environments.
Systems Thinking and Analysis
Semester 2 (mandatory)
Examines theories and principles behind systems thinking, modelling and analysis. Also introduces the methods, tools and techniques for modelling, analysing, improving and designing technical and social systems in a variety of organisations, including industrial, commercial and public sector.
Research Philosophy and Practice
Semester 2 (mandatory)
Provides an understanding of the social science research process, as well as theory and approaches to research. Develops practical skills (i.e. quantitative and qualitative techniques) in data analysis to transform the raw data into information that guides marketing management valuations.
Entry requirements
A good Honours degree (first or second class) or its non-UK equivalent in a relevant subject from a recognised British or overseas university.
Global College - successful completion of our one-year Pre-Masters Graduate Diploma in Business Studies or the four-month Pre-Masters (Accelerated).
English language requirements
If your first language is not English, or your first degree was not taught in English, we'll need to see evidence of your English language ability.
The minimum English language requirement for entry to this programme is IELTS 6.5 (or equivalent) with no component lower than 6.0.
English language requirements
Where English was not the medium of instruction at secondary school, applicants must demonstrate English language proficiency equivalent to IELTS 6.5 (with all elements passed at 6.0 or above). Applicants who have completed secondary and tertiary education will need to provide documentary evidence. A minimum of one year full-time study in English will be required.
Fees and funding
- AED 85176*
* All tuition fees inclusive of VAT
Scholarships and bursaries
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