Entrance Year Sept 2025
Programme Code 44089
Stream Code
SFM for MSc (Full-time)
SFP for PgD (Full-time)
GPM for MSc (Part-time)
SPP for PgD (Part-time)
Mode of Study Mixed Mode
Normal Duration
1.5 years (Full-time)
2.5 years (Part-time)
Credits Required for Graduation
31 for MSc,
19 for PgD
Local Application Deadline 30 Apr 2025 * Early Round Application Deadline: 2024-11-21; Main Round Application Deadline: 2025-04-30
Non-Local Application Deadline 30 Apr 2025 * Early Round Application Deadline: 2024-11-21; Main Round Application Deadline: 2025-04-30
Programme Leader(s)
Programme Director
Prof. SONG Miao
PhD
Remarks
Exit Award
Students admitted to the MSc programme may apply for early exit with a Postgraduate Diploma if they have met the specified credit requirements.
Mode of Study
Mixed-mode
Students may take on either a full-time study load (9 credits or more in a semester) or a part-time study load (fewer than 9 credits in a semester). In general, one evening/daytime class per week will be scheduled for each subject over a regular 13-week semester and two evening classes per week over a 7-week optional Summer Term.
Note to Applicants
Please complete all of the relevant fields and enclose all necessary documents. Incomplete applications cannot be processed promptly.
Aims and Characteristics
Special Features
- Broad knowledge and skills in global supply chain management
- A thorough grounding in subjects that lead to the knowledge and intellectual capability required for the understanding and critical analysis of supply chain management problems
- Awareness of the global supply chain management environment and management issues
- An array of purchasing related subjects
Programme Aims
This programme equips executives with the capacity to create and sustain competitiveness in the supply chain by balancing cost, quality and efficiency.
Characteristics
The programme embodies both sound academic theory and professional practice. The combination of Compulsory Subjects and a wide range of Electives, including purchasing related subjects, reflects the multidisciplinary nature of the business that students in the programme can pursue.
Professional Recognition
- Graduates of the MSc in Global Supply Chain Management are granted full exemption from the Qualifying Examination of The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport in Hong Kong.
- Graduates of the PgD in Global Supply Chain Management are granted partial exemption from the Qualifying Examination of The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport in Hong Kong.
- Graduates of the MSc in Global Supply Chain Management having fulfilled certain subject requirements are granted accreditation by The Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS) and may apply for full membership. (Subject to review each year).
- Graduates of the MSc in Global Supply Chain Management with 2-years working experience in Purchasing/ Supply Chain/ Logistics or related field are qualified to register as member of The Institute of Purchasing & Supply of Hong Kong (IPSHK).
- Students who complete one or more relevant subjects in MSc in Global Supply Chain Management are eligible to apply for the following qualifications provided by the Six Sigma Institute (SSI):
- Registered Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (RLSSGB)
- Registered Six Sigma Green Belt (RSSGB) and Registered Lean Leader (RLL)
- Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Certificate
Note: Recognition is subject to assessment
Message from Alumni
As an IT procurement manager, this programme has been instrumental in advancing my career.
Firstly, it equipped me with professional skills and a broad strategic perspective, enabling me to navigate the rapid transformation of the industry and address the need for efficient yet flexible solutions in the face of unforeseen challenges.
Secondly, the management and leadership skills I gained—particularly in risk management and supplier relationship management—have prepared me for higher-level roles within my career trajectory.
Thirdly, the programme provided valuable insights into making informed decisions based on historical data and forecasting, which has been particularly impactful in the area of cost optimisation.
Additionally, the lessons learned from both lecturers and peers have been invaluable. Despite coming from diverse industries and roles within the global supply chain, the exchange of perspectives and experiences bridged the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application.
In conclusion, this programme has equipped me with both anticipated and unexpected skills and knowledge, enhancing my value as a vital asset to the company.
Lee Yan-wai
After five years working in Huawei, I decided to go back to school and major in global supply chain management.
This programme helps students no matter what industry they are from because every company has to think about how to increase efficiency and reduce their total costs. This programme teaches how to do this, and it demonstrates the full lifecycle of a product, from raw materials to final goods.
I took a job in DJI after graduation, and the knowledge and skills that I learned at PolyU help me in my daily work.
If you feel tired and confused after several years of working, don't hesitate to come back to school to learn. No matter how old you are and what experience you have, please do not stop learning. I will always remember my time at PolyU.
Shi Macheng
