BSc (Hons) Leading Digital Transformation for Sustainable Supply Chains (Level 6)
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Master Digital & Sustainable Supply Chains.
DEVELOP ADVANCED SUPPLY CHAIN LEADERSHIP CAPABILITIES
In partnership with the University of West London
We’re proud to be the UK’s leading provider of the BSc (Hons) Leading Digital Transformation for Sustainable Supply Chains, delivered in partnership with the University of West London. We’ll help you build the strategic, sustainable and digitally-fluent capability today’s supply chains demand – while you earn, learn and lead in your role.
The world of supply chain is being reshaped – by geopolitical disruption, the pressure to decarbonise and the pace of digital change. This BSc (Hons) degree apprenticeship gives your talent the tools to respond: a contemporary, real-world curriculum that blends hybrid study with on-the-job application, so learning translates directly into impact.
What makes us different is that our programme is taught by industry professionals with real experience across procurement, logistics, warehousing, and operations. They bring practical insight into every session, making learning relevant and directly applicable.
Our work-based approach means learners apply what they’re learning straight into their roles, solving real business challenges and able to adapt from any kind of disruption. This ensures that every business sees a return on investment – through improved performance, smarter decision-making, and meaningful results that support long-term growth.
Empower your future leaders
In today’s complex global economy, supply chains are strategic assets – and your people are your greatest competitive advantage. The Leading Digital Transformation for Sustainable Supply Chains Degree Apprenticeship is designed to turn experienced employees into forward-thinking, commercially aware supply chain leaders. Your team won’t just learn, they’ll lead real change, from day one.
Degree Apprenticeship information
Duration
42 months
Format
In-person & virtual/hybrid
Workshops
Hybrid delivery
Start Dates
February and October
Funding
Growth & Skills Levy or SME co-investment
Degree Awarded
BSc (Hons) Professional Practice in Supply Chain Leadership
Application deadline
6 weeks before the due start date
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How is the programme delivered?
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Start dates
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Support that sets learners up for success
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Smart Investment, Powerful Results
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Develop strategic supply chain talent from within
- Duration: 42 months (including the End-Point Assessment)
- Delivery:
- Online learning, with 45 hours of hybrid learning per 30 credit modules (15 hours are delivered face-to-face)
- Live online support sessions, guided self-study, and real work-based projects
- Ongoing performance coaching and tutor-led work-based assessments
February and October.
Application deadline: 6 weeks before the due start date.
Participants benefit from:
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- Expert academic tutors with industry experience
- Practical, role-specific assignments
- A supportive community of like-minded professionals
The Supply Chain Leadership Professional Degree is backed by government funding, making it a cost-effective way to build leadership capability:
- Large employers: Fully funded through the Growth & Skills Levy
- SMEs: Up to 95% government co-funding
- SMEs: with less than 50 employee 100% funding
Give your organisation the leadership edge it needs to thrive in today’s fast-moving supply chain landscape.
Ready to lead the change? Enrol your next generation of supply chain leaders today.
Is this programme right for your organisation?
This degree-level apprenticeship is ideal for:
- Experienced professionals already working within supply chain roles
- High-potential employees preparing to move into senior or strategic leadership positions
- Organisations seeking to grow leadership capability from within
Whether you’re nurturing future directors or building resilience across your operations, this programme delivers measurable business value.
Why choose the supply chain leadership degree?
This integrated apprenticeship offers a unique opportunity to:
- Build critical leadership capabilities in professional communication, sustainable supply chains, project management, geopolitical challenges and digital transformation
- Apply learning to real-world business challenges, bringing immediate ROI
- Encourage cross-functional collaboration across departments and supply chain touchpoints
- Enhance succession planning, employee retention, and engagement
What will learners gain?
Graduates of this programme emerge with advanced skills in:
- Principles of capacity planning, forecasting and procurement
- Warehousing, Operations and Inventory Management
- Principles and Practice of Project Management
- Geopolitical Challenges impacting global supply chains
- Digital Transformation and Innovation
- Financial Analysis for Sustainable Strategic Supply Chain Optimisation
- Leading and Developing Change-Ready Terms
Overall, by the end of the programme, participants earn a bachelor’s degree in supply chain management and the confidence to lead with vision.
Every module is taught by our experienced supply chain professionals and work-based tutors,
bringing personal experience and perspectives that you won’t find anywhere else. Learning is supported by a variety of online tasks and independent research activities that can be undertaken in the workplace.
Core topics
include; professional communication and academic studies, sustainable supply chains, principles of capacity planning, forecasting and procurement, warehousing, operations and inventory management, project management, geopolitical challenges, future-proofing logistics and transport systems, digital transformation, financial analysis, and leading and developing change-ready terms.
Dedicated Courses
Our courses have already been tailored to the degree apprenticeship and we are part of the group that has designed and written the standard.
15 hours of face-to-face learning
The degree apprenticeship is available to those working in the supply chain or interested in a career in supply chain and will only require around 15 hours of face-to-face learning at the Supply Chain Academy.
Approved Levy Spend
As approved apprenticeship providers any degree apprenticeship training booked through us can be offset against your Growth & Skills levy.
