University of Hertfordshire

MSc Manufacturing Management

University of HertfordshireUniversity of Hertfordshire, Hatfield

Course overview

The MSc Manufacturing Management programme at the University of Hertfordshire is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the critical skills and knowledge needed to become credible manufacturing management professionals. This one-year programme offers a balance of theory, practice and participation, focusing on key areas of product design and manufacturing.

The MSc Manufacturing Management programme at the University of Hertfordshire enables students to analyse and improve product design, develop relevant applicable processes, and resolve technical and business challenges. The programme also covers aspects of supply chain and logistics, allowing students to learn procurement and risk management strategies that support strategic decisions and enhance business performance.

Key highlights

  • Ranked 6th in Business and Management in PTES 2024
  • Graduates work for Airbus, McLaren and Rolls Royce
  • Work placement opportunities with industry
  • Guest lectures from industry professionals

Entry requirements

  • Degree: 2:2 — to include engineering discipline; or above

Scholarships

  • Brian May MSc scholarship in Astrophysics by Research

    £2,000 for one year

    Up to £2,000
  • Helen Burchell Scholarship

    A scholarship of £750 is available each year to a student on the doctoral or master's programmes in the School of Education

    Up to £750
  • The University of Hertfordshire Graduate Scholarship - 20% Fee Discount for Herts Alumni

    This scholarship is to the value of a 20% tuition fee reduction.

    Up to 20% of fees

Careers this course leads to

  • Manufacturing Manager
  • Production Manager
  • Operations Manager
  • Supply Chain Manager
  • Manufacturing Engineer
  • Lean Manufacturing Specialist

Career opportunities

Graduates of the MSc Manufacturing Management programme from the University of Hertfordshire can pursue various roles, including:

  • Manufacturing Manager

  • Operations Manager

  • Industrial Engineer

  • Logistics and Distribution Manager

  • Supply Chain Manager

  • Quality Assurance Manager

Cost of study

The tuition fees of the MSc Manufacturing Management programme at the University of Hertfordshire for the 2025/26 academic session is £17,500 for international students. Tuition fees are charged annually and apply only to the specified academic year.

Admission

To apply for this course, you’ll need to go through UCAS. To find out more about this process, speak to one of our trained counsellors.

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