The program delivers both theoretical and practical skills in purchasing and supply chain management, preparing students to operate effectively in international business environments.
This year is only designed for students with a 2- or 3-year bachelor’s degree and no work experience.
Year 1 is an International Pre-Master year providing the essential academic foundations in management while offering flexibility through a blended format.
The year combines online, self-paced learning from September to December, followed by on-campus courses from January to April. Students study core management subjects, develop soft skills, strengthen data and analytical abilities, and follow two language courses (English, French).
From May to August, students may complete an optional 1- to 6-month internship in France, or abroad to gain initial professional experience.
• Management Core Courses
• Soft Skills
• Language Courses 1 & 2*
Academic modules may include:Financial Analysis, Foundation of Finance, HR Management, Strategy, Business Marketing, Operations Management, Data/Excel, Soft Skills, Languages.
*Students learn two languages among English, French, and Spanish.
• Elective Courses*
• 3-week International Seminar** (Business Game & Design Thinking)
• Language Courses 1 & 2***
Academic modules may include:CSR, International Finance, International Marketing, Managing Across Cultures, Business Analytics, International Business, and MSc-coherent electives.
*Electives must align with the chosen MSc track.
**Travel costs for the international seminar are not included.
***Students learn two languages among English, French, and Spanish.
• 1 to 6 months, in France or abroad
• Designed to apply skills in a professional context
• Not mandatory
This year is designed for students with a 4-year bachelor’s degree.
Professional expertise
Soft Skills certificate
Optional Language Course
Company consulting Mission
Soft skills certificate
Master’s Dissertation
Curriculum Intership
• Supply chain strategy • Purchasing strategy • Sustainable purchasing • Supply Chain
• Advanced operations management • Supply Chain coordination • Distribution and warehouse management
• From purchasing to procurement • Negotiation and contract management • Supplier relationship management
• Demand forecasting techniques • Optimization, game theory • Managerial decision
• Lean management and agile supply chain • Quality management • Purchasing and supply chain risk management
• Digital supply chain purchasing • Power BI and Practicing VBA for SC Management (Python & VBA) • Practicing SAP for purchasing and SCM
• International logisitcs and purchasing • Transport management • Revenue management
• Research methodology: writing a master dissertation • Empirical methods: survey design, collective coaching, real cases
In the 3rd term of the MSc Purchasing and supply chain management program, you will need to work on your Master’s Dissertation, supported by the TBS Education faculty. Additionally, you will have the chance to undertake a 6-month curricular internship in a renowned national or international company.
At TBS Education, we care about your self-improvement, to give you both hard and soft skills and boost your employability. Our Soft Skills Certificate, designed in collaboration with our Career Service and professional development and leadership experts, is the key to gain fundamental skills such as communication, creative & analytical thinking and resilience. Through three days, take part in interactive workshops, personalized coaching sessions and focus on interpersonal and behavioral skills.
• Resilience • Flexibility • Curiosity • Self-awareness
• Social influence • Creative and analytical thinking • Talent management
• Collaboration • Teamwork • Inclusion • Interpersonal communication • Agility
Our Career Services will guide you through your whole journey at TBS Education to unlock your professional potential and align your career path with your aspirations. Through a dynamic blend of lectures, workshops, personalized assessments (using tools such as Careerset and Graduate First), and one-on-one coaching, our experts will help you define your goals, refine your strategy, and secure the ideal internship or job. You’ll also have exclusive access to regular career fairs held on our campuses, connecting you directly with top recruiters and industry leaders to accelerate your transition into high-impact roles.
We will help you analyze your skills, strengths, and areas for improvement. Through personality tests and individual coaching, we will integrate your self-knowledge with your aspirations and career choices.
You will take part in workshops to build your CV and e-portfolio to highlight your experiences and skills to future employers.
As a capstone of your MSc program at TBS Education and as proof of your ability to analyze complex issues and propose innovative solutions, you will write a Master’s dissertation focused on a current challenge in purchasing & supply chain management. This work is a professional and academic project in which you will be able to:
Put your consultancy skills to the test for two weeks during a hands-on, transversal, and strategic assignment. This project is designed for students from all master’s programs, allowing you to collaborate with peers from diverse academic backgrounds.
You will receive a letter of engagement from a TBS Education partner company representative about a current strategic challenge, not necessarily linked to your field of study. This project allows you to work on any area of the company, regardless of your specialization, offering a truly cross-functional experience.
With support from TBS Education professors, you will analyze the company’s competitive position and propose strategic and operational recommendations.
Examples of past TBS Education partner companies include:
These activities are intended to give you additional tools to improve your professional skills for better integration into the world of purchasing & supply chain management.
Engage directly with senior executives and experts from global corporations and innovative startups in purchasing, logistics, and supply chain management. These sessions provide real-world insights into career paths, industry trends, and the skills most sought after by employers. Held in Toulouse, a European hub for aerospace, logistics, and industrial innovation, these events offer unmatched networking opportunities in an interactive and collaborative environment.
As a bridge between theory and practice, each year, students participate in challenging masterclasses led by industry leaders from international companies like Airbus, Capgemini, and Decathlon. Topics include: • AI and data analytics in supply chain optimization • Sustainable and agile procurement strategies • Risk management in global logistics • Negotiation and contract management
As a career accelerator and to complement their MSc curriculum, students can obtain professional certifications aligned with their career goals, such as: - SAP for Supply Chain Management - Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) - Lean Six Sigma (Green Belt) - Power BI & Data Analytics for Purchasing
Gain firsthand experience through visits to leading companies and logistics hubs, such as: • ATR (Aircraft Manufacturing) • Carrefour’s Distribution Centers • Hermès’ Logistics Facilities These visits provide a behind-the-scenes look at best practices in procurement, warehouse management, and global supply chain coordination.
Put your skills into action with consulting missions for companies like Nestlé, Adidas, and Capgemini. Work on real strategic challenges, present solutions to company executives, and build a professional portfolio that will set you apart in the job market.
As part of all TBS Education MSc programs, students complete a professional internship that provides essential real-world experience and strengthens their employability. Whether carried out in France or abroad, these internships offer the opportunity to apply the knowledge gained in class, develop industry-specific skills, and build an international professional network.
Thanks to TBS Education’s strong corporate partnerships and global reputation, students can access a wide range of placements across sectors, from large multinationals to innovative startups.
As part of the MSc Purchasing & Supply Chain Management, students must complete a mandatory 6-month professional internship during Year 2 of the programme. This full-time experience allows them to apply purchasing, logistics, and supply-chain management skills within a real corporate environment while preparing their Master’s thesis.
For students entering the two-year track, an additional optional internship of 1 to 4 months can be undertaken at the end of Year 1 (May to August). This shorter placement is not compulsory but offers an opportunity to gain early professional exposure before starting the MSc year.
To maximize your chances to find an internship in the field and the company of your dreams, at TBS Education we provide you with exclusive resources. Through our JobTeaser toolbox, you’ll have access to three powerful platforms to refine your professional profile and stand out to employers:
Our Career Services team also provides one-on-one coaching to align your internship with your career aspirations, ensuring you gain the skills and connections needed to thrive globally.
Examples of companies where our students completed their internships last year :
Through company visits and close collaboration with industry leaders, students gain firsthand exposure to real supply chain environments. These partnerships allow participants to understand current challenges, explore best practices, and build professional connections that strengthen their career prospects.
Throughout the program, students interact directly with top organizations through conferences, workshops, and networking events. These exchanges provide valuable insights into purchasing and supply chain roles, recruitment expectations, and emerging trends in the sector.
For holders of a 3-year bachelor’s degree:
You will obtain a double degree, Master of Science degree and the “Diplôme d’études supérieures en Management Stratégique International” (an official diploma accredited by the French Ministry of Higher Education, Research and Innovation.)
For holders of a 4-year bachelor’s degree: