• Toulouse
  • English, French
  • 1-year or 2-year
  • Full Time
  • September 2025

MSc PURCHASING AND SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT

TBS Education Master of Science programs are designed for students who’d like to add highly specific skills and cutting-edge professional expertise to their resume before entering the corporate world.

1 %

of graduates employed within 4 months

English/
French
Toulouse

About MSc Purchasing & supply chain management

Trade globalization, digitalization, and technological innovations (e.g. Internet of Things, 3D Printing, Big Data…), transform the basic needs of any company to manage and control its Supply Chain, into a major competitive must-have.
Following these drastic changes in the playing field, the different jobs offered in Purchasing and Supply Chain Management require more and more advanced analytical and strategic skills, in a context where employers demand for such specialized labor increase.
By joining the MSc program, students obtain a “Diplôme d’Etudes Supérieures en Management Stratégique International”, a degree approved by France’s Ministry of Higher Education, Research.

Live the TBS Education experience & stand out on the job market!

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Andrea Mantovani

Head of the program
Professor of Industrial Organization, Logistics & Technology.

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Accreditations & ranking

3 major accreditations, validated by independent bodies

With these accreditations, we ensure not only the international recognition of our diplomas, but also the quality of our programs and the employability of our graduates!

amba
British distinction for management programs
aacsb
American Reference for Academic Excellence
equis
European standard supported by EFMD

rankings

French Business School (Eduniversal 2025)
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Best French Masters (Le Parisien 2024)
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Business School MiM Ranking Financial Times 2024
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Year 1 - international pre-master

You’ll gain a solid foundation in management, finance, marketing, human resources, strategy, business analytics, languages essential to your future career.
This program is a gateway to a Master of Science for students with a Bachelor Degree (180 ECTS).

Semester 1

September to December

A core curriculum semester during which students will follow synchronous and asynchronous online courses. 

Semester 2

January to April

An on-campus semester at one of the following two campuses: Toulouse, Barcelona.

SEMEStER 3

May to August

A not compulsory internship in France, Spain, or abroad for over a 1-to-4-month period.

Year 2 - master of science

This programme enables you to obtain a recognised Master’s degree. It is open to students with a 4 Bachelor’s Degree (240 ECTS) and/or who have completed the first year. 

Semester 1 & 2

September to March

Professional Expertise
Soft skills certificate
Company Consulting mission

Semester 3

6-Month internship
master dissertation

Discover Toulouse

You will study in Toulouse, a hub of innovation and industry, offers a unique learning environment.

Courses

8 course units

    • Block 1. Purchasing and Supply Chain Strategy
      Supply chain strategy, Purchasing strategy, Sustainable purchasing and Supply Chain.
      • Block 2. Supply Chain Management
        Advanced operations management, Supply Chain coordination, Distribution and warehouse management. 
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      • Block 3. Purchasing management
        From purchasing to procurement, Negotiation and contract management, Supplier relationship management.
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      • Block 4. Decision Making in Purchasing and Supply Chain Management
        Demand forecasting techniques, Optimization, game theory and managerial decision. 
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      • Block 5. Performance and Risk Management
      • Lean management and agile supply chain, Quality management, Purchasing and supply chain risk management. 
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    • Block 6. Information Systems for Purchasing and Supply Chain Management
      Digital supply chain purchasing, Power BI and Practicing VBA for SC Management (Python é VBA), Practicing SAP for purchasing and SCM. 
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    • Block 7. Issues in Purchasing and Supply Chain Management
      International logisitcs and purchasing, Transport management, Revenue management
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    • Block 8. Research Methods and Data Analytics
    • Research methodology: writing a master dissertation, Empirical methods: survey design, collective coaching, real cases.

In-field experience.
Tackle real case challenges with industry leaders such as Adidas, Hermès and Pierre Fabre. 

Soft Skills certificate

  • Certificate designed by 26 professors & leadership and management professionals in collaboration with the Career Services. “Soft Skills” are intrapersonal and interpersonal skills that create the conditions for a successful and sustainable team and allow to effectively manage your career.

Career Opportunities after the MSc Purchasing & Supply Chain Management

  •    • Supply Chain Manager
  •    • Purchasing Manager (production, materials, distribution, projects, etc.)
  •    • Procurement Manager
  •    • Contract Manager
  •    • Demand Planner
  •  • Supplier Performance Manager
  •    • Supply Chain – Purchasing Analyst
  •    • Supply Chain Engineer
  •    • Flow Manager

our students work at

Cheng-Fang - China

Studying in the MSc program is an invaluable experience for me. The courses provided not only enriched my knowledge in purchasing and supply chain management but also equipped me with practical skills for my future career. Through engaging lectures and hands-on projects, I have developed analytical, communication, and problem-solving abilities, which are critical in a professional setting. The teamwork and presentations in class have enhanced my confidence in expressing ideas and collaborating with others. These experiences have prepared me to face workplace challenges with competence and adaptability.

Application & fees

Requirements

For the 2-year program :
3 year Bachelor
degree (180 ECTS) OR 120 ECTS and
3 year professional experience

For the 1 year program (Master of Science) :
4 year Bachelor degree (240 ECTS) OR
180 ECTS and 4 year professional experience
Candidates aged under 32 on the 1st September of the year of application

Language requirements:
For programs taught in English: English mother tongue OR TOEFL IBT 80 / IELTS 6.5 / TOEIC 800 / CAMBRIDGE B2 / FCE / CAT 165
For programs taught in French: French mother tongue OR DELF B2 OR equivalent

Required Documents
  • – CV
  • – Cover/Motivation letter/Statement of Purpose
  • – Passport copy
  • – Transcript of grades of your latest degree
  • – Enrollment certificate or diploma
  • – For the English MSc: B2 English test (IELTS, TOIEC, TOEFL, CAMBRIDGE or DUOLINGO), if your studies were not 100% in English or if you are not a native English speaker
  • – For the bilingual (French & English) MSc: B2 French test (DELF or TCF) if your studies were not 100% in French or if you are not a native French speaker & B2 English test (IELTS, TOIEC, TOEFL, CAMBRIDGE or DUOLINGO), if your studies were not 100% in English or if you are not a native English speaker
  • – Letter of recommendation (not mandatory)

Financing

  • Application fee: 100€*
  • Tuition fee for the entire 2-year program: 28,500€.
  • 19,500€ for the 1-year program.
    To know more about our discounts & scholarships please click here.
    * Application fees are non-refundable.

Degrees

  • At the end of the 1-year and the 2-year programs, you will obtain a “Postgraduate Diploma in International Strategic Management”, a diploma accredited by the French Ministry of Higher Education, Research and Innovation. 
    If you do a 1-year program with de 6 month preparatory program, you will obtain the Master of Science degree. 

4 Steps to Join TBS Education

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Upload supporting documents and test scores

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Take the online interview

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Admission results will be available within 15 days

The international student office

Any question? A dedicated team is here to help you, providing practical assistance to international students so they can save time and get the most from their stay in France!

A truly International Experience

Campuses: Toulouse, Paris, Barcelona & Casablanca
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