MS Supply Chain and Retail Management

MS Supply Chain and Retail Management is a 1.5 years Masters program taught at Lahore University of Management Sciences LUMS, . The program is offered in online and campus-based modes with part-time options. To successfully obtain MS Supply Chain and Retail Management from Lahore University of Management Sciences LUMS you are required to complete 33 credit hours. After completion of MS Supply Chain and Retail Management you will be able to further continue for advance studies or start career as Supply Chain Manager.

The Master of Science in Supply Chain and Retail Management (SCRM) at Suleman Dawood School of Business is a blended learning and weekend programme that will prepare professionals to lead supply chain and retail functions in local and international organisations. The programme will develop capabilities in the design, development, implementation, and improvement of major supply chain and retailing operations, and provide an integrated understanding of their linkages.

The Master of Science in SCRM equips students to:

• Understand supply chain and retail management in modern enterprises
• Learn the significance of internal collaborations within organisations and external coordination in the decision-making process across the supply chain
• Understand warehousing and logistics management
• Learn about supply chain and retail management for competitive advantage
• Recognise sourcing strategies and supplier management operations
• Develop solutions to changing supply chain and retailing context needs 

This programme is designed for individuals who aspire to explore and thrive on opportunities in various supply chain domains and retail management in a range of industries. Graduates will have multiple career options in sourcing and procurement, logistics and transportation, demand forecasting, customer relationship management, retail operations, and supply chain sustainability, among others.

The minimum requirements for admission in MS Supply Chain and Retail Management at Lahore University of Management Sciences LUMS for all applicants (Domestic or International) are:

• program specific academic requirment set by Lahore University of Management Sciences LUMS.
• English Language OR any other language requirments as set by Lahore University of Management Sciences LUMS as pre-requiste for admission in MS Supply Chain and Retail Management.

Note: Please check the university website in the link below.

.Applicants must meet the minimum eligibility criteria in order to be considered for admission to the Graduate Programme. 

Applicants are selected for admission to LUMS MS Supply Chain & Retail Management Programme based on the following factors:

• Academic Record;
• Performance in the Admission Test*;
• Statement of Purpose;
• Two Letters of Recommendation;
• Work Experience (if available)
• Completed and submitted application form and supporting documents by the stipulated deadline;
• Application Review; and
• Interview Performance (if called)

You need to complete 33 credit hours to successfully obtain this degree. Please check detail of study units at https://lums.edu.pk/programmes/ms-supply-chain-and-retail-management

Module 1 - Core Business Courses (9 credit hours):
Courses will cover issues in business economics, finance, marketing, and leading and managing people.

Module 2 and 3 - Core Business and SCRM Courses (18 credit hours):
Courses will cover issues in operations and supply chain strategy, supply management, modelling and simulation, retailing strategy and operations, and business information and analytics. 

Module 4 - Thesis (6 credit hours):
The thesis project gives an experiential and in-field opportunity for students to develop skills for various managerial roles within SCRM

The MS Supply Chain Retail Management (SCRM) programme requires 1.5 years to complete 33 credit hours. Classes will be scheduled on alternate weekends, with half the classes offered online in a blended learning format.

Students with a non-business background may have to take summer foundation courses before beginning the formal MS programme. 

You can join one of the following careers:

• Supply Chain Manager