Strategic Supply Chain Management

Master of Science Strategic Supply Chain Management

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  • Overview

  • About the Programme

    An Inaugural Intake Grant of S$3,270 is available to local applicants for the October 2024 intake of this programme. Please contact our Programme Consultant for more information.

    The global COVID-19 crisis emphasised the vital role of effective supply chains, highlighting the important aspects of procurement, manufacturing, transportation, storage, and frontline delivery. This programme will engage you in a dynamic curriculum with strong international content, educating on this worldwide industry and enhancing your global employability. 

    Through the Master of Science Strategic Supply Chain Management programme, you will gain in-depth knowledge and understanding of the theoretical and applied perspectives of supply chain management and logistics. The programme has a particular focus on the effective deployment of advanced technology in environmentally sustainable and globally connected supply chains.

     

    Graduation & Degree Awarded

    Students who successfully complete and pass the modules stipulated in the programme structure will be awarded the Master of Science Strategic Supply Chain Management from Aston University, United Kingdom.

    The Degree will be the same as that awarded to the on-campus graduates in the United Kingdom.

    Key facts
    Duration
    12 months
    Intake Month
    January, April, July & October
    Assessment
    A combination of assignments and examinations
    Career Opportunities
    Content Operations Executive
    Corporate and Planning Strategist
    Distribution Centre Manager
    Freight Broker
    Global Supply Chain Manager
    Logistics Manager
    Outbound Transportation Manager
    Procurement and Logistics Expeditor
    Quality Controller
    Supply Chain Manager
    Supply Chain Sustainability Analyst
    Transportation Analyst/Specialist
    Vendor Relationship Manager

Ranking & Accreditation

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Triple-Crown Accreditation

Aston Business School is accredited by Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), Association of MBAs (AMBA) and EFMD Quality Improvement System (EQUIS).

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University of the Year for Student Success 2025
  • Intakes

    There are 4 intakes per year.

    Commencement
    • January
    • April
    • July
    • October

      Please contact our programme consultant to obtain a copy of the class schedule.

    Minimum Class Size
    • 17 students

      Class may commence with fewer students than indicated above, subject to resource availability. In the event of cancellation, you will be notified at least 1 week before the programme commencement date, stated in your student contract with Kaplan, and our consultants will contact you to advise on a backup plan.

Curriculum

Modules

Core Modules

The Master of Science Strategic Supply Chain Management programme consists of 10 modules. This programme may be completed in 12 months on a part-time basis. The following modules are covered in the programme:

  • CSR, Sustainable Development and Public Policy 
  • Effective Management Consultancy 
  • Human Resources and Change Management 
  • Logistics and Transportation
  • Operational Effectiveness, Lean and Agile Manufacturing
  • Project Implementation and Reflection 
  • Project Proposal 
  • Strategic Management and Finance
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Supply Management

Click here for module descriptions.

  • Admission Criteria
    Academic Requirements

    The Master's Degree programme accepts one of the following qualification:

    • Degree in any discipline; OR
    • Other qualifications will be assessed on case-by-case basis and the final decision rests with the University. 
    English Language Requirements
    • GCE O-Level English Grade C6 or better; OR
    • IELTS score of 6.5 overall with min 6.0 in all other bands; OR
    • An equivalent English language qualification recognised by Aston University. Click here for more information. 
    Working Experience
    • Matured students: At least 30 years old with at least 8 years’ relevant working experience.

    In all cases, the final decision on admission to the programme rests with the University.

    Additional Notes

    All applicants must submit the following:

    • Completed application form
    • One professional reference – for graduates within the last 3 years, one can submit EITHER an Academic Reference OR Employer Reference
    • An official academic transcript and certificate of university studies
  • Fees

    • Local Applicants
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      Part-time (Local Applicants) – Click here to apply online.

      Course Fee

      Tuition Fee

      The total tuition fee covers university registration, lectures/tutorials/workshops and main assessments such as assignments/tests/examinations/projects (where applicable), programme materials in digital format, Degree (if earned) and transcript.

      S$20,710 payable in 4 instalments 
      (Nett programme fees listed above = Tuition fee of S$23,980 minus Inaugural Intake Grant of S$3,270*) 
      Fee inclusive of 9% GST 

      *The Inaugural Intake Grant and amount specified is exclusive to selected programmes and not transferable to other programmes or another intake of the same programme. Terms and conditions apply.


      NTUC members are eligible for funding support under the Union Training Assistance Programme (UTAP). The maximum claimable is capped annually at S$250 for NTUC members below 40 years old and S$500 for NTUC members aged 40 and above.

      For application guidelines, please click here.

      For FAQs, please click here.


      Non-Refundable Application Fee

      S$239.80
      Fee inclusive of 9% GST


      Student Development Fee

      S$283.40*
      Fee inclusive of 9% GST

      *Payment for this fee will be included in the first instalment.

      The Student Development Fee covers the provision of a comprehensive range of initiatives aimed at enhancing the career and industry-readiness of Kaplan students, such as programmes aimed at improving interpersonal skills, technical and digital skills, as well as career advisory and job matching services. More details can be found here.

      Payment Options

      Payment Counter Operating Hours:

      Wilkie Edge Campus, Level 2, Payment Counter Operating Hours:
      9am – 8pm (Mondays to Fridays)
      9am – 3pm (Saturdays)

      Christmas Eve and New Year Eve: 9am to 1pm

      (Closed on Sundays, Public Holidays and Chinese New Year Eve)


      SingPost SAM Kiosk/Mobile App/Web/Kiosk:

      For New Students

      New students who wish to pay their application fee or their 1st instalment of the programme fee via SAM mobile app, web or kiosk can contact the programme consultant for assistance.

      Download SAM mobile app:
      Google Playstore
      Apple Appstore

      Online payment website: 
      https://mysam.singpost.com/webhome


      Credit Card 0% Interest Instalment Payment:

      Payment to be made at the Payment Counter:

      • 6/12 months – DBS/POSB/OCBC/Standard Chartered Bank/UOB
      • 6/12/24 months – AMEX/Maybank

      Online Instalment Payment Plan (IPP):

      • 6/12 months – AMEX/OCBC/Standard Chartered Bank

      Education Loan:

      Choice of flexible repayment schemes available to suit your needs:

      • Standard Repayment: Pay your monthly instalments (principal and interest) once your loan is disbursed.
      • Partial Repayment: Pay partial instalments for up to 3 years or till the end of your programme, whichever is earlier. Standard monthly instalments (principal and interest) will commence thereafter.
      • Interest Servicing: Pay only interest for up to 3 years or till the end of your programme, whichever is earlier. Standard monthly instalments (principal and interest) will commence thereafter.
      • Flexible repayment tenure of up to 8 years. 

      Please click here for more information on Maybank Education loan and here for OCBC Frank Education loan. Terms and conditions apply, subject to bank’s approval.


      Maybank and OCBC Education Loans:

      Flexible repayment tenure of up to 8 years

      For assistance, you may contact your programme consultant or the bank officers, by clicking on the link.


      Cheque Payment (Singapore banks only):

      Cheque should be made payable to “Kaplan Higher Education Academy Pte Ltd”.


      Flywire (for International Students):

      For international students making overseas remittance payments through Flywire, please make payment via https://flywire-pay.kaplan.com.sg/#/ (application and programme fees only).


      Interbank Transfer/Telegraphic Transfer:

      Students can make application fee and programme fee payments via Interbank Transfer or Telegraphic Transfer.

      Kaplan Higher Education Academy
      Bank account details: 
      Bank name: DBS Bank
      Bank address: 12 Marina Boulevard, DBS Asia Central, Marina Bay Financial Centre Tower 3, Singapore 018982
      Beneficiary’s name: Kaplan Higher Education Academy Pte Ltd
      Bank code: 7171
      Branch code: 001
      Account no.: 001-900452-7
      Swift code: DBSSSGSG

      Important Note:

      • Please fill in the “Payment description” column with your Invoice details and Student CT number which can be found in the student contract.
      • If you wish to make an application fee payment via this method, please contact your programme consultant to acquire your Student CT number.
      • For new students: please sign the student contract prior to making the transfer and provide a screenshot of your payment confirmation (including hard copy payment slips, if any) with your CT number to your programme consultant.
      • For existing students: please provide a screenshot of your payment confirmation (including hard copy payment slips, if any) to [email protected] or call 6496 5661 for assistance.
      Inaugural Intake Grant

      The Inaugural Intake Grant is designed to offer financial support to the first cohort of students enrolling in selected programmes at Aston University. For additional details on this opportunity and to understand how you can benefit, click here or contact our programme consultant.

  • Duration
    Duration
    • 12 months
    Maximum allowed candidature period
    • 36 months (3 years)

      If a student fails to complete the programme within the candidature period, they will not be entitled to any recourse or refund.

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