Master in Operations and Supply Chain in Barcelona

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Duration
Full Time – 9+3 months;
Part Time – 18+6 months
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Languages
english
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Location
Barcelona
Master in Operations in Barcelona intakes
Annual Intakes
OCT | JAN | APR
Master in Management with Operations and Supply Chain in Barcelona formats
Format
Face-To-Face | Online
Master in Operations and Supply Chain in Barcelona fees
Tuition fee
€ 14,640*

*an additional annual administrative fee (950 EUR) and registration fee (200 EUR) must be paid.

Master in Operations And Supply Chain In Barcelona

The postgraduate diploma in Operations and Supply Chain Management in Barcelona (hereinafter – Master in Operations and Supply Chain Management in Barcelona) is a unique supply chain management Master in Europe, which focuses on providing students a fundamental understanding of the operations and supply chain function with a global perspective.

The MSc in Operations and Supply Chain Management in Barcelona, Spain educates future business leaders with the core technical and managerial competencies to be successful worldwide. The Master in Operations and Supply Chain Management in Barcelona is based on innovation and sustainable practices in business, a unique program that is globally focused and gives students the competitive edge in the international market.

Students studying towards their Master in Operations and Supply Chain Management in Barcelona will have a chance to spend one week in the Zaragoza's logistics platform Plaza - the leading supply chains hub in Southern Europe, home to many companies from the industry and research projects where the latest innovations in the area of supply chain management are being developed. The participants will be entitled to receive a certificate from Zaragoza Logistics Center - MIT Global Scale Network - which is a partner of GBSB Global Business School in this postgraduate program.

GBSB Global Business School is accredited by the Government of Catalonia’s Department of Education and delivers postgraduate diplomas (a minimum of 62 ECTS, EQF/MQF Level 7) face-to-face from our campus in Barcelona, Spain. Once you’ve met the requirements of an exit award, terminate your studies by proceeding to the Master of Science in Management (Operations and Supply Chain Management) (90 ECTS, EQF/MQF Level 7) studies, by completing the last quarter of your studies online.

Higher Education Program: Master of Science (MSc) in Management (Operations and Supply Chain Management)

Accreditation Status: An officially recognized qualification awarded by GBSB Global Business School, licensed as Higher Education Institution by the Malta Further & Higher Education Authority (License number: 2020-012)

MQF/EQF Level: MFHEA deems this qualification to be at Level 7 of the Malta Qualifications Framework and the European Qualifications Framework for Lifelong Learning

Number of ECTS Credits: A minimum of 62 ECTS

Master of Science (MSc) in Management (Operations and Supply Chain Management) (90 ECTS, EQF/MQF Level 7), an officially recognized and state-accredited qualification awarded by GBSB Global Business School in Malta, licensed as Higher Education Institution by MFHEA (License number: 2020-012)

Rankings, Accreditations And Partnerships

Master in Operations and Supply Chain in Barcelona ACBSP rankings
Accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP)
Master in Operations and Supply Chain Management in Barcelona Partner of Zaragoza Logistics
Partner of Zaragoza Logistics Center – MIT Global Scale Network in delivering the MSc in Operations & Supply Chain Management program
Master in Operations and Supply Chain in Barcelona Higher Education
Accredited by the Malta Further & Higher Education Authority
Master in Operations and Supply Chain Management in Barcelona Ranked top 5
Ranked as TOP50 Worldwide and TOP5 in Spain program by QS World University Rankings 2021

Testimonials

Students of Master with Operations and Supply Chain have the chance to go on a trip to Zaragoza Logistics Center - a leading research and logistical center in Europe. This visit allows them to experience the operations of the facility and learn about the advanced research projects being conducted.

In partnership with Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) students are also exposed to what this collaboration means, to understand the inner workings of these two powerful entities coming together in this strategic location to make an impact on global operations and supply chain management. Through the visit, it is easier ti gain valuable insights into the latest innovative techniques and career paths available in this field.

Program Highlights

Master in Operations and Supply Chain in Barcelona recognized degree
Business school in Barcelona with strong academic partners in operations & supply chain
Master in Operations and Supply Chain in Barcelona expert professors
International faculty with proven experience in the field
Master in Operations and Supply Chain in Barcelona teaching methodology
Industrial visits and workshops delivered by operations management experts
Master in Operations and Supply Chain in Barcelona diverse students
Diverse student body (100+ nationalities)

Program Structure

Study for a degree relevant to all types of companies from retailers and e-commerce to manufacturers, hospitality, and financial institutions, among many others. The Master in Operations & Supply Chain Management in Barcelona helps students to gain a solid knowledge of business operations, project management, international logistics, digital operations, and agile methodologies for project management.

Students will learn how to plan and execute operations and supply chain strategies with the purpose to improve business processes within an organization. The Master in Operations & Supply Chain Management in Barcelona will also provide students with an understanding of digital tools and approaches required for delivering successful business results.

Gain the necessary competencies in operations and supply chain management through a practical approach by attending workshops and industrial visits, by finding solutions to real-life case studies, and by working on hands-on study projects. Take advantage of an optional week away in Spain at the Zaragoza’s Logistics Platform Plaza - the leading supply chains hub in Southern Europe.

Pinpoint Central Concepts Within Economic And Managerial Contexts

Operations Management (6 ECTS)
Finance for Management (8 ECTS)
Effective Teamwork and Project Management (6 ECTS)

Understand Strategic, Operational And Tactical Business Levels

Operations and Supply Chains Strategy and Finance (6 ECTS)

  • Strategic Management, Planning and Structure
  • Strategic Approaches to Analyzing the Position of an Organization
  • Data and Strategy
  • Geopolitics and Geo-economics Methodologies
  • Aligning Corporate Strategy with Operations Strategy
  • Building an Operating Model and Designing the Operations Network
  • Fundamental Concepts of Supply Chain Management
  • Supply Chains and Finance
  • Supply Chain Management Trends and Best Practices

Promote Agility In Operations Management By Driving Digital Transformation

Digital Transformation, Innovation and Technology (6 ECTS)
Business Intelligence in the Era of Big Data and AI (6 ECTS)
Supply Chains 4.0 for Digital Consumers (6 ECTS)

  • Digital Economy and Its New Driving Forces
  • Digital Strategy and Transformation
  • Drucker’s 7 Sources of Innovation, Open Innovation
  • Strategic Approaches to Managing Innovation
  • Disruption Theory
  • Digital Transformation Journey
  • Digitalization of Business Processes
  • Main Machine Learning (ML) Techniques
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI)
  • The Fundamentals of Information Management
  • Retail and E-Commerce Supply Chain and Omnichannel Operations
  • Customer Service Operations Management
  • Last Mile and Reverse Logistics
  • Transformation of Supply Chains
  • Implication, Components and Applications for Supply Chains 4.0
  • Digitisation of the Supply Chain
  • Selecting and Using Data and Analytics for Decision-Making

Synchronize Supply Chain Goals To Operational Objectives

Inventory, Strategic Sourcing and Supplier Management (6 ECTS)
International Logistics and Transport (6 ECTS)

  • Inventory Models
  • Purchasing and Strategic Sourcing
  • Modern Distribution Systems
  • Modes of Transport in a Modern Society
  • Innovations in Air and Maritime Transport
  • Modal, Intermodal, and Multimodal Transport
  • S&OP: Sales and Operations Planning
  • Contemporary Issues Facing Carrier Management
  • Regulatory Frameworks for Different Transport Modes
  • Freight Cost and Pricing
  • Third-Party Logistics
  • Trade and Customs Procedures

Identify A Common Stumbling Block Within Operations And Supply Chain Management And Apply Your Expertise To A Comprehensive Solution In Your Final Project

Final Project (Capstone)

Every Master program concludes in the Final Capstone Project. This exciting initiative challenges students to apply their hard-earned knowledge and skills to a real-world problem (within their area of expertise) and devise possible solutions to said issue. Generating suitable solutions entails using information, resources and knowledge from the Master’s program. These proposed solutions offered by students are often interactive and practical, enabling their implementation in professional settings or further research and study.

Conclude Your Master's Studies In Operations And Supply Chain Management With A Deep Understanding Of The Global Economy, Geopolitics And Strategic Management Techniques

Economics and Geopolitics (6 ECTS) (Online)
Strategic Management and Analytics (8 ECTS) (Online)

  • Principles of Behavioral Economics
  • Geopolitics and Geo-economics Methodologies
  • Causes of Globalization
  • Strategic Management, Planning and Structure
  • Strategic Approaches to Analyzing the Position of an Organization
  • Data and Strategy

Please download the Course Outline below for full program details including module learning outcomes, learning hours, teaching, learning and assessment methods, grading system and pass rates.

Learning Outcomes

Knowledge:

  1. Has a comprehensive and critical understanding of the principal current research issues in the specialization area;
  2. Possesses multi-disciplinary theoretical and practical knowledge of management within the domain of the specialization area;
  3. Identifies and evaluates theoretical approaches necessary for planning and decision-making in the specialization area. These include ideas that support the modeling and management of the decisions;
  4. Has relevant knowledge of organizations, and their role in pursuing sustainable business in the context in which they operate and how they are managed in compliance with codes of ethics and Corporate Social Responsibility;
  5. Has a critical understanding of business continuity management including knowledge of possible risks and regulatory environment that can impact business operations;
  6. Identifies and evaluates key issues related to administering the human elements when managing projects such as teamwork, communication, motivation, and diversity;
  7. Has comprehensive knowledge about methods to manage innovation processes and digital technologies that are in demand, and implications of digital technologies for individuals and societies.

Skills:

  1. Demonstrates capability in using knowledge and skills of the specialization area to make decisions adapt to the fast-changing business environment and to efficiently manage people and projects within the specialization area in order to adopt to fast-changing business environment;
  2. Possesses specialized problem-solving skills in the specialization area required to develop new knowledge and procedures to solve practical problems;
  3. Develops new skills in response to emerging knowledge and techniques in the domain of the specialization area including digital skills and use of modern technologies;
  4. Demonstrates capability in using knowledge and skills of management to conduct research within a specific industry or functional area of personal professional interest, taking into account the need for synthesis, setting objectives, methodological process and application of strategies;
  5. Develops an ability to identify and assess risks relating to the business, digital and financial environment and to design strategies to mitigate specific managerial risks within a specific industry or functional area of personal professional interest;
  6. Monitors and maintains compliance with appropriate business regulations and formulates practical responses to the legal and external environment challenges associated with operating a business within a specific industry or functional area of personal professional interest;
  7. Demonstrates capability in using data referring to business analytics to better forecast and execute business strategies and operations;
  8. Demonstrates specialized knowledge of management that includes reflecting on social and ethical responsibilities linked to the execution of the managerial function;
  9. Demonstrates capability in using knowledge and skills of management to conduct research within a specific industry or functional area of personal professional interest, taking into account the need for synthesis, setting objectives, methodological process and application of strategies.

Competencies:

  1. Demonstrates autonomy in the direction of personal development and lifelong learning applicable to the business environment;
  2. Manages and transforms work or study contexts in the field of specialization that are complex and unpredictable and require new strategic approaches;
  3. Has the learning skills to allow continuation to study specialization area in a manner that may be largely self-directed or autonomous;
  4. Creates a research-based diagnosis to problems in management by integrating knowledge from new or interdisciplinary fields chosen as an elective option in the graduate program and makes judgments with incomplete or limited information;
  5. Engages in critical analysis in the area of specialization and demonstrates independent thought, evaluation and problem-solving underpinned by evidence-based arguments;
  6. Takes responsibility for contributing to professional knowledge in a specific industry/functional area of personal professional interest by identifying an existing business problem and by conducting original research."

Please download the Course Outline below for full program details including module learning outcomes, learning hours, teaching, learning and assessment methods, grading system and pass rates.

What You Will Learn

Gain Relevant Understanding:

Develop an understanding of the core management techniques and tools needed to be successful in the field of operations & supply chain management in Spain, Europe and around the world.

Communicate And Collaborate:

Learn to foster a relationship between supply chain management and other operations departments within an organization while you study for your Master in Operations & Supply Chain Management in Barcelona, Spain.

Analyse Operations And Pursue Objectives:

Create a framework to assess the management of business activities such as product development, sourcing, production and logistics, and the management of resources and related means the organization needs to accomplish its strategic objectives.

Meet The Industry Leaders:

Become familiar with the most innovative techniques and standards in the field of operations & supply chain management today by visiting Zaragoza Logistics Center and having faculty members who are industry experts themselves.

Advance Managerial Competencies:

Earn your Master in Operations and Supply Chain Management in Barcelona and improve your ability to lead teams effectively through activities that provide training in teamwork, management, communications, and creativity.

Career Opportunities

Digitization and sustainability will have a substantial impact on how we work in operations, logistics, and supply chain fields. New challenges will need to be solved by future operations and logistics leaders. Such professionals are highly sought-after by international companies that are looking for ways to improve their business operations and efficiency. Study for a postgraduate degree in Operations and Supply Chain in Barcelona, Spain and learn how to plan and manage the most innovative supply chains and be prepared to work in the rapidly changing field of global logistics. Our Master in Operations and Supply Chain Management in Barcelona students will learn about the latest theories, approaches, and methods in operations and supply chains, from corporate social responsibility (CSR) to the supply chains 4.0. The Master participants will graduate as skilled experts and international leaders prepared to transform organizations around the world.

What are the top Operations and Supply Chain Management careers? Find your match:

Master in management with Operations and Supply Chain in Barcelona Career Banner

Operations Manager

As a crucial member of the management team, the Operations Manager enhances the organization's processes and augments the quality, productivity, and efficiency of the workplace. They are also responsible for overseeing HR tasks, such as talent acquisition and the creation of training standards and hiring protocols.

Logistics Analyst

As a Logistics Analyst, your role will be to keep an overview on the production lifecycle of a product. This includes purchasing of materials to the distribution of goods within the company’s framework and goals.

Purchasing Manager

The person in this role is accountable for overseeing daily operations related to procurement, such as acquiring capital project materials and managing contracts. This involves tasks such as negotiating, reviewing, renewing, and filing contracts while assessing availability, price, and contractual terms.

Supply Chain Manager

The responsibility of Supply Chain Managers is to supervise and manage a company's supply chain and logistics plan. They develop strategies to ensure efficient management of the process while fostering positive relationships with vendors and distributors.

Production, Planning And Expediting Specialist

These specialists are instrumental in aligning the flow of information, work and materials within the organization. They manage employee schedules and rotas, track costs and budgets and deal with production problems when necessary.

Storage And Distribution Manager

Managers in charge of storage and distribution are responsible for overseeing workers who handle tasks such as receiving, storing, testing, and distributing products in a secure and efficient manner.

Demand Planner

Demand Planners are responsible for creating and maintaining forecast models for their clients. They do this by incorporating business intelligence and predictions obtained from various sources, such as sales, marketing, finance, retailer replenishment analysts, amongst others.

Load Planner

A Load Planner's role is to simplify every part of the cargo transportation process. They aim to reduce the time taken to transport shipments by selecting the most efficient routes and making the most of the available space for different types of cargo.

Digital Transformation And Innovation Manager

This expert finds and creates new digital solutions to reduce or completely remove problems with how things are done in a business, which makes work easier and efficient. They do this by studying how people interact with technology and use information to make sure that customers are more engaged in the digital aspects of the business.

Master Profile

The proposed graduate programme is aimed at applicants who are either:

  • Recent graduates in business, social sciences, and other disciplines from all over the world with strong interest in management and who are looking for a study abroad and/or international experience in a highly diverse environment;
  • Young professionals from all over the world with 2-5 years of experience who work in multinational companies or companies in the phase of international expansion or who wish to change their career focus and are interested to obtain academic knowledge in the area of management with an optional specialisation in a specific area or industry in order to advance their career growth;
  • Mature students and students with non-standard qualifications who do not possess the standard entry qualifications but have relevant skills and experience.

General Characteristics:

  • Recent graduates or young professionals with a Bachelor’s degree at MQF/EQF Level 6 in a relevant field;
  • International students interested in experiencing new cultures;
  • Proficiency in the English language.

Requirements

To be qualified for admission to Master in Operations and Supply Chain in Barcelona, you must:

The entry profile should include one of the following:

  • European three-year initial degree or a recognised equivalent at EQF/MQF Level 6 (180 ECTS minimum);
  • or
  • A foreign undergraduate degree from outside the EHEA equivalent to EQF/MQF Level 6 and 180 ECTS minimum;

Alternative Entry Routes

Alternative entry routes are available for applicants who do not possess the standard entry qualifications but have certain appropriate skills and experience and subject knowledge. These are detailed in the IQA Manual of GBSB Global within the “Policies for Admission of Transfer Students and Recognition of Prior Learning”.

The Admissions Committee may consider applications from suitably qualified students currently attending other universities, applicants who have achieved a lower level award, or applicants seeking admission based on Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).

Proof of Proficiency in the English Language:

  • English as a native language;
  • TOEFL - Minimum score: 213 (computer based), 79/93 (internet based), or 550 (paper based);
  • IELTS - Minimum score: 6.5;
  • Cambridge ESOL, Certificate in Advanced English (CAE) - Minimum score: C1;
  • English as the language of instruction during previous studies in the formal educational system;
  • Internal English level testing at GBSB Global.
Complete all required forms for admission and submit all required documents
Non-refundable Application Fee
€ 100
Registration Fee (Paid Annually for Every Academic Year of the Program)
€ 200
Administrative Fee (Paid Annually for Every Academic Year of the Program)
€ 950
Tuition Fee for One Academic Year
€ 14,640
Tuition Fee per Academic Credit (1 ECTS credit)
€ 163
(Visiting students)

Master’s Program Duration: 3 Quarters + 1 Quarter Online = 12 Months of Studies

A discount may be applied if the student choses to pay
the full amount at the time of program acceptance.

If payments are not paid by the deadlines, a penalty fee of 5% of the remaining tuition amount will be charged.
Program fees do not include accommodation, flights, insurance or program materials.
Students who wish to participate in Global Study Trips may do so by paying additional fees.