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Sustainable Supply Chain Management

MSc (NFQ Level 9)
Sustainable Development Goals

This course is available through the following application route(s)

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The MSc in Sustainable Supply Chain Management delivers a comprehensive engagement with all aspects of supply chain management with a focus on creating a more sustainable and just world. Learning is built on robust management fundamentals such as strategy, leadership, analytics, critical thinking, negotiation and organisation.

This Master's programme is delivered at our dedicated Graduate Business School campus, UCD Michael Smurfit Graduate Business School, located in Blackrock, 4km from the main UCD Belfield Campus.

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Below is a list of all modules offered for this degree in the current academic year. Click on the module to discover what you will learn in the module, how you will learn and assessment feedback profile amongst other information.

Incoming Stage 1 undergraduates can usually select an Elective in the Spring Trimester. Most continuing undergraduate students can select up to two Elective modules (10 Credits) per stage. There is also the possibility to take up to 10 extra Elective credits.

Module Type Module   Trimester Credits
Stage 1 Core Modules
BMGT43830 Supply Chain Operations Autumn  10
Stage 1 Core Modules
BMGT44540 Negotiation SupplyChain M'gers Autumn  10
Stage 1 Core Modules
BMGT45640 Sustainable Procurement Autumn  10
Stage 1 Core Modules
BMGT43840 Supply Chain Analytics Spring  10
Stage 1 Core Modules
BMGT44280 Principles of Responsible Supply Chain Management Spring  10
Stage 1 Core Modules
BMGT44780 Business Logistics Spring  10
Stage 1 Core Modules
BMGT45630 Sustainbl. SupplyChain Project Summer  20
Stage 1 Options - A)1 of:
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BMGT43390 Cross Cultural Mgmt (MSc Bus) Summer  10
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BMGT43850 Technology & Innovation Strategy Summer  10
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BMGT44580 Reputation & Disrepute Summer  10
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BMGT45140 Creative Problem Solving in Organisations Summer  10
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BMGT45190 Leadership & Team Management Summer  10
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BMGT45440 Innovation: Disruption &Design Summer  10

UCD is strongly committed to advancing the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), embedding sustainability in teaching, research, operations, and community engagement. Sustainability principles are integrated into this programme, ensuring students graduate equipped to address global challenges. UCD’s leadership in this area is internationally recognised, ranking 49th globally and 1st in Ireland in the QS World University Rankings for Sustainability 2024. UCD also leads impactful research in areas such as climate action, clean energy, and social equity, supported by a comprehensive Sustainability Strategy focused on reducing emissions, enhancing biodiversity, and fostering a sustainable campus culture.

Here are the SDGs which align more visibly with this programme:

SDG1 SDG2 SDG3 SDG4 SDG5 SDG6 SDG7 SDG8 SDG9 SDG10 SDG 11 SDG 12 SDG 13 SDG 14 SDG 15 SDG 16 SDG 17

MSc Sustainable Supply Chain Management (B793) Full Time
EU          Year 1 - € 16150 ba
nonEU    Year 1 - € 23170 ba
EU/NONEU    Year 2 - € 2570 ba

MSc Sustainable Supply Chain Management (B794) Part Time
EU/NONEU    Year 3 - € 2570 ba
EU          Year 1 - € 8830 ba
nonEU    Year 1 - € 11600 ba
EU          Year 2 - € 8830 ba
nonEU    Year 2 - € 11300 ba

ba"Continuation fees apply Where a student fails to complete their programme in the prescribed time a continuation fee will apply to modules carried in subsequent years."
***Fees are subject to change

You may be eligible for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), as UCD recognises formal, informal, and/or experiential learning. RPL may be awarded to gain Admission and/or credit exemptions on a programme. Please visit the UCD Registry RPL web page for further information. Any exceptions are also listed on this webpage.

Full Time option suitable for:

Domestic(EEA) applicants: Yes
International (Non EU) applicants: Yes

Part Time option suitable for:

Domestic(EEA) applicants: Yes
International (Non EEA) applicants: No


General application route(s) for Irish/UK/EU applicants* for International (non-EU) applicants* to Sustainable Supply Chain Management:

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B793
Sustainable Supply Chain Management
Master of Science

Full-Time
Commencing September 2025
Graduate Taught
UCD Michael Smurfit Graduate Business School
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B794
Sustainable Supply Chain Management
Master of Science

Part-Time
Commencing September 2025
Graduate Taught
UCD Michael Smurfit Graduate Business School
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