Overview

REGULATIONS FOR THE MASTER OF COMMERCE DEGREE IN SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT (BS26)

Duration 18 months
Minimum Credit load 270
Maximum Credit Load: 342
Maximum MBKs Credit Load 216
ZNQF Level 9
   

 

  1. INTRODUCTION
  • These regulations shall be read in conjunction with the Faculty of Commerce Regulations and the General Academic Regulations for Postgraduate Diplomas and Taught Masters degrees offered by the Midlands State University.
  • The degree shall be awarded to candidates who have successfully completed the programme and passed the examinations in accordance with Faculty Regulations.
  1. ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
  • To qualify for entry into the Master of Commerce degree in Supply Chain Management, an applicant should have 5 O Level passes including English Language and at least 2 A Level passes or a relevant Diploma,an Honours degree in either Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Purchasing, Retailing, Marketing or other business management discipline and/or having a substantial or practical orientation in those fields.
  • Other undergraduate degrees can be considered at the discretion of the department, provided the applicant has at least three years practical experience in a position in which logistics, procurement, purchasing supply chain management, retailing or marketing play a prominent role.
  1. OBJECTIVES
  • The Master of Commerce degree in Supply Chain Management at Midlands State University seeks to give students an opportunity to develop and promote critical, analytical and creative thinking in the dynamic fields of logistics and supply chain management.
  • The programme aims to develop sound conceptual, technical, analytical and problem-solving skills that are required for success in the logistics and supply chain management profession.
  • The programme will be guided by Education 5.0 through collaboration with the private and public sectors, as a result, transform learners to be fully equipped with the appropriate knowledge performance delivery.
  1. PROGRAMME DELIVERY
  • Teaching and Learning Methods: via Lectures, tutorials, group work, dissertation, individual independent study with emphasis on practical aspects, community service, industrialisation and innovation. Programme to offer blended learning (Online classes and consultations).
  • Assessment Methods: Written and oral examinations, tests, dissertation, business research, consultancy work, presentations, term papers, continuous assessments
  • Programme Assessment: Coursework 40% and Written Examination 60%.
  1. LEARNING OUTCOMES

By the end of the study students should be able to: –

  • Design appropriate techniques to support the development and operation of supply chain systems through innovation and development of networks profitably and/or cost-effectively.
  • Demonstrate knowledge and attitude required in encouraging involvement in sustainable development of professional supply chain management in Zimbabwe and the international community.
  • Demonstrate ethical behaviour in the business environment and the importance of professional and personal development in the rapidly developing and complex field of logistics and supply chain management.  
  • Build networks and relationships that enhance exploitation of business opportunities, promote teamwork, professionalism and effective communication.  
  • Analyze business environments and create economic and effective networks and chains for competitive advantage in the globalized economy.
  1. CAREER PROSPECTS

Graduates in the Master of Commerce degree in Supply Chain Management can work for the following organisations: private sector firms, government departments or regional and international organisations, consultancy and non-governmental organisations.

  1. GENERAL PROVISIONS
  • Formal examinations will be administered at the end of each semester.
  • The programme shall be completed in a minimum of 18 months (three semesters) on a block release basis.
  1. PROGRAMME ASSESSMENT

For a student to be allowed to write examinations, the student must have:

  • Satisfactorily studied approved modules including submission of required written assignments, business research, presentations, and exhibits.
  • Attended compulsory classes.
  • Participated in prescribed seminars, tutorials and practical classes.
  • Formal examinations will normally be written papers, but in some cases the examiner may test the candidate orally.
  • Continuous assessment shall account for 40% of the overall assessment, while the final examination shall account for 60%of the overall assessment.
  1. SUPPLEMENTARY EXAMINATIONS
  • A student who fails and obtains a mark less than 50%, but not less than 40%, may, on the recommendation of the Board of Examiners, and subject to the approval of the Senate, be permitted to sit for a supplementary examination in the respective module(s) failed.
  • Overall assessment of the supplementary examination will not incorporate continuous assessment. Supplementary examinations shall be marked as “Pass” or “Fail” and theoverall maximum mark awarded in a supplementary examination shall be 50%.
  1. FAILURE TO SATISFY EXAMINERS

Refer to the General Academic Regulations.

  1. PROVISION FOR PROGRESSION
  • A student will retain credits for modules passed.
  • A student who after six semesters has not completed the requirements for the degree shall be required to apply for re-registration, which will only be permitted on receipt of a satisfactory motivation.
  • Students shall progress from Semester One to Semester Two at each Level after they have passed more than 50% of modules taken in a semester. In the case of repeat-level students, the Faculty Board of Examiners may, however, make a recommendation to withdraw or discontinue the student at this

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