What is the Course?
PhD in Logistics and Supply Chain Management is a doctoral-level research program focused on advanced study and research in the fields of logistics, supply chain strategy, operations, procurement, distribution, and related management practices. The course aims to develop expertise in analyzing complex supply chains, optimizing logistics networks, and creating innovative solutions for global supply chain challenges.
Key Areas of Study:
- Supply chain design and optimization
- Logistics operations and management
- Procurement and supplier management
- Inventory and warehouse management
- Transportation and distribution strategies
- Technology in supply chain (e.g., ERP, IoT, AI in SCM)
- Sustainability and risk management in supply chains
- Quantitative and qualitative research methods
Duration: Typically 3-5 years, depending on the country and university.
2. Scope of the Course
- Academic Research & Teaching: Graduates can become professors, researchers, or scholars in universities or research institutions.
- Corporate Sector: Roles in supply chain strategy, logistics management, operations research, procurement, and consulting.
- Industry Sectors: Manufacturing, retail, e-commerce, automotive, pharmaceuticals, FMCG, and third-party logistics (3PL).
- Consultancy: Supply chain consulting firms often hire PhD holders for advanced analytics and strategic consulting.
- Government & NGOs: Policy formulation, infrastructure planning, and development of efficient supply networks.
- Innovation & Technology: Developing new models and algorithms to improve supply chain efficiency using AI, machine learning, and blockchain.
The demand for skilled supply chain experts is rising due to globalization, e-commerce growth, and increasing complexity of logistics networks.
3. Eligibility
- Academic Qualifications:
- A Master’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
- Research Proposal:
Submission of a research proposal outlining your intended research area is usually required.
- Entrance Exams/Interviews:
entrance test followed by interview to assess research aptitude and subject knowledge.
MODE Of Study :- All the PhD courses run at COER university , Roorkee and Admission strictly to appear on Entrance exam set by the University. University website is www.coeruniversity.ac.in