MSc in Supply Chain & Operations Managementemlyon business school

The MSc in Supply Chain & Operations Management is a program designed to equip students with the skills necessary for an international career, targeting executive positions in the logistics sector. It combines commercial and technical expertise, providing a solid foundation in responsible purchasing and integrating innovations in digital and robotic technologies. The program aims to prepare students for strategic positions in supply chain management.

With international exposure, a European seminar, strong corporate partnerships, and a powerful alumni network, graduates will develop in-demand skills and access high-level opportunities such as consultant, business analyst, or purchasing manager.

The study program is approximately 12 months or 24 months in duration and is taught entirely in English. The rhythm is full-time, with an intake in October (onsite).

The curriculum includes:

• Pre-program: E-learning management fundamentals for non-business students, covering Fundamentals of Economics, Finance, Accounting, Marketing, and Corporate Social Responsibility. Tools and platforms learning is also provided.
• Year 1 - Building expertise in Supply Chain & Operations: This phase focuses on foundations in supply chain and industrial management, including procurement, logistics, project management, international trade, and data analysis. It combines technical knowledge with leadership and innovation, emphasizing cross-cultural collaboration and teamwork. Courses are delivered across Lyon and international locations.
• First period (October to December, Lyon): Modules include Extended enterprise, Corporate Social Responsibility, History of enterprise, trade and technology, Business and finance, Total Cost of Ownership, Operations, Industrial Strategies, Purchasing function and organization, Forecasting and planning, Programming, Spreadsheets, Databases, Mathematics 1, and Communication.
• Second period (January to March, Lyon & International): Modules include International Trade, Project management, Labour and Employment, Business, Innovation, Value creation, Technology overview, Information systems architecture, Mathematics 2, and Leadership, Teamwork.
• International seminar (2 weeks in March, Spain): This seminar involves conferences, company engagement, and cultural immersion to understand economic landscape influences on business strategies and develop an international network.
• Internship (April to August): A 4 to 6-month internship to apply learned skills and gain hands-on experience.
• Year 2 - Strategic Development and professional Growth: This phase focuses on specialization and applied learning, deepening expertise through industry-aligned courses, consulting projects, and immersive experiences. Emphasis is placed on strategic thinking, digital transformation, and sustainable operations.
• Third period (September to December, Lyon & International): Modules include Geoeconomy, Industrial Economy, Intercultural business, Regional Business Environment, B2B Marketing, Business intelligence, Law, Contract Management, Basics of Economy, Marketing, Finance, Accounting, Logistics, Strategic Sourcing, Make-or-Buy, DIWII/ Interfora Workshops, Materials and energy, Smart buildings, Project Management, Data science, Industry 4.0, Decision Aid techniques, and Creativity and critical thinking.
• Fourth period (January to March): Specialization courses are offered in two tracks:
• Purchasing and Supply Chain: Courses include Performance Control and Indicators, Suppliers employment, Low Cost Countries, Key Purchasing Categories, Outsourcing purchasing and supply chain management, Deliveries, acceptance and claims, Supplier Innovation, Supplier Management & development, Repair, Reuse, Recycle, Big Data, Internet of Things, Information System for Purchasing and Supply Chain, Supply Chain Design, Negotiation, Dispute resolution, Sustainable Supply Chain, International Purchasing and Supply Chain, Purchasing and Supply Chain transformation, Transportation modes and intermodality, Supply Chain 4.0, and Collaborative e-commerce. An International Seminar (4 weeks between February and March) is also part of this specialization.
• Industry 4.0 and Risk Management: Courses include Risk Culture, Risk Sociology, Labour Risk, Hazardous Materials, Purchasing Risk Management, Supply Chain risks, Production Risk Management, New Techs Risks, Cybersecurity, Maths 1 for Risk Management, Negotiation, Crisis Management, Roles and Processes of Insurance, Insurance ethics, Insurance Accounting and Controlling, Insurance Law, Insurance Audits, Risk Info Management System, and Maths 2 for Risk Management.
• Fifth Period: Professional Experience: This involves a 4 to 6-month internship or starting the first job, which validates the professional experience required for the degree. A Professional Thesis, an analytical work related to the industry and professional experience, is also completed.

The program is accredited by the Conférence des Grandes Écoles (CGE).