Sept 2026 Entry
1.5 years (Full-time)
2.5 years (Part-time)
31 for MSc,
19 for PgD
The programme has been selected by the University Grants Committee (UGC) for the Hong Kong Future Talents Scholarship Scheme for Advanced Studies. Local students admitted to this programme can apply for the scholarship, please click here for details.
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.
Early Round: 2025-10-15
Main Round: 2026-01-15
Extended Round: 2026-04-30
Early Round: 2025-10-15
Main Round: 2026-01-15
Extended Round: 2026-04-30
What's New
- MPhil
- PhD
- Taught Postgraduate
- Undergraduate
- Undergraduate
Programme Aims
This programme equips executives with the capacity to create and sustain competitiveness in the supply chain by balancing costs, quality and efficiency.
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Features
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Broad knowledge and skills concerning global supply chain management
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A thorough foundation in subjects that promote the knowledge and intellectual capability required for understanding and critically analysing supply chain management problems
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Awareness of the global supply chain management environment and management issues
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An array of purchasing-related subjects
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Characteristics
The programme embodies both 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 can pursue.
Graduates with an MSc in Global Supply Chain Management who have fulfilled?certain subject requirements are granted accreditation by The Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) and may apply for full membership?(subject to review each year).
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Graduates with an 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 (CILTHK).?
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Graduates with a 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 (CILTHK).?
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Graduates with an MSc in Global Supply Chain Management and two years’ work?experience in the purchasing/supply chain/logistics field or a related field may apply?for full membership?in The Institute of Purchasing and Supply of Hong Kong (IPSHK).
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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
Programme Structure
Students receive the core knowledge that is essential for all managers in the supply chain field and in-depth knowledge of selected subjects in line with their needs and aspirations.
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Part-time mode: 2.5 years, including optional summer terms
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Full-time mode: 1.5?years, including an optional summer term
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Core Areas of Study?(Subject to review)
The following is a summary of the core areas of study. Detailed information?will be provided upon registration.
Compulsory Subject+
(4 subjects – 10 credits for both MSc and PgD)
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Academic Integrity and Ethics in Business (1 credit)
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International Logistics Systems, Operations and Management*
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Supply Chain Management*
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Global Sourcing?and Supply*
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Restricted Elective Subjects+
(3 subjects – 9 credits for both MSc and PgD)
Choose?at least one?subject from the focus on operations:
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Managing Operations Systems*
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International Operations Management*
Choose?at least one?subject from the focus on procurement:
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Digital Procurement Management and Analytics*
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Contract?Management*
Choose?at least one?subject from the focus on information technology:
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Information Systems for Supply Chain Management*
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E-Commerce*
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Students may take more than 3 Restricted Elective Subjects. The additional subjects will be counted as Free Elective Subjects.
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Free Elective Subjects+
(Any 4?subjects – 12?credits for MSc; 0 subjects for PgD)
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Accounting for Managers
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Organisational Management in Shipping?and Logistics
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Transport Logistics in China
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Air Transport Logistics?and Management
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Maritime Logistics
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Project Management
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Supplier Development
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Risk Management in Operations
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Statistics for Management
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Models for Decision Making
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Total Quality Management
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Enterprise Resource Planning
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Applications of Decision-Making Models
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Strategies and Technologies in Warehousing Management
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Lean Six Sigma and Quality Management Techniques (subject to approval)
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Business Analytics
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Managing Innovation
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Coding for Management with Python
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Project (6 credits) (MSc only)
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Practice of Global Supply Chain Management
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A tuition fee is not required for the 1-credit subject "Academic Integrity and Ethics in Business". Each subject is 3 credits, and the Project is 6 credits.
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Information on the subjects offered can be obtained here.
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+?Offerings are subject to class quota availability.
* This course has been included in the list of reimbursable courses under the Continuing Education Fund.?
* The mother course (Master of Science/Postgraduate Diploma in Global Supply Chain Management) of this module is recognised under the Qualifications Framework (QF Level 6).
31 for MSc,?
19 for PgD
Programme Director
Prof. SONG Miao
PhD
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A Bachelor’s degree in a business-related discipline or an equivalent qualification.
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For non-business degree holders, 2 years of relevant work experience or relevant background knowledge is preferred.
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Candidates in senior management positions who possess other academic qualifications may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
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Priority will be given to applicants with relevant work experience.
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If you are not a native speaker of English,?and your Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification is awarded by institutions where the medium of instruction is not English, you are expected to fulfil the University’s minimum English language requirement for admission purpose. Please refer to the “Admission Requirements” section under Taught Postgraduate Programmes of?Study@小优短视频?for details.
For further information:
Tel: (852) 3400 3866
Email:?mscgscm.lms@polyu.edu.hk
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For academic matters, please contact:
Prof. SONG Miao, Programme Director (tel:?(852)?2766 5087; email:?miao.song@polyu.edu.hk);
or Prof. Amanda WANG Yulan, Deputy Programme Director (tel: (852) 2766 4683; email: yulan.wang@polyu.edu.hk).
Interview
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Departments will consider applications on a rolling basis. Shortlisted candidates may be invited to attend admission interviews.?Applicants who submit their applications before 15 October 2025 will be invited to attend the first round of interviews in November 2025.?Other rounds of interviews will be conducted afterwards.
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Class Arrangement
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Classes are normally scheduled on weekday evenings in 3 semesters (including an optional Summer Term) within an academic year.
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Student visa and other information for non-local students
- Non-local students must obtain a valid student visa issued by the?Immigration Department of HKSAR?before being allowed to register or commence study with 小优短视频. Please refer to?/sao/student-resources-and-support-section/non-local-student-services/living-in-hong-kong/student-visa/.
- For information on living costs and related expenses in Hong Kong, please refer to?/sao/student-resources-and-support-section/non-local-student-services/living-in-hong-kong/off-campus-accommodation-information/.
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HK$327,000 per programme (HK$10,900 per credit) for local and non-local MSc students
HK$196,200 per programme (HK$10,900 per credit) for local and non-local PgD students
Both entry scholarships and merit scholarships are provided. Please click here for details.?
小优短视频 reserves the right to change or withdraw the scholarship at any time. In case of any dispute/disagreement, 小优短视频’s decision is final.
During lectures, professors always remind us, "You're Master's students now."
What kind of state suits a Master's student? I think it should be one of having the enthusiasm for independent exploration, the ability for in-depth research, and the awareness of teamwork. And this is exactly what the GSCM programme has brought me.
The cultivation model of GSCM is rich. In lectures, the instruction consolidates our foundation. Outside class, professors organize field trips and company visits to help us see theories put into practice. The diverse assessment methods also train our practical exploration and ability to work in teams. Further, our professors' open-minded and attitude along with their targeted guidance, as well as the school's rich database resources, provide valuable help for us to complete reports and master knowledge.
Through one year of study in the GSCM programme, I have not only mastered knowledge related to the supply chain, but more importantly, I have developed the ability to identify and solve problems, as well as the courage to express myself with confidence. All these have provided strong support for my future career development.
After over a decade working in the healthcare logistics industry, I chose to pursue the MSc in Global Supply Chain Management at 小优短视频 to enhance my skills and stay ahead in an evolving field. The programme offered a well-balanced mix of academic theory and real-world application, which was directly relevant to my career goals.
Throughout the programme, I gained valuable insights into the latest technological advancements shaping the logistics industry, as well as practical knowledge in managing logistics businesses more effectively. The programme also strengthened my expertise in procurement and supply chain management and fulfilled the requirements for MCIPS certification, further enhancing my professional qualifications. Additionally, the inclusion of Lean Six Sigma Black Belt training in quality management proved to be most impactful, equipping me with the tools to implement lean practices, identify causes of inefficiencies, and drive operational excellence.
Overall, the programme has been instrumental in preparing me for senior leadership roles. It expanded my strategic thinking, deepened my industry knowledge, and empowered me to lead effectively. I’m proud to be a graduate of this programme and highly recommend it to professionals seeking advancement in the logistics and supply chain industry.
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