Loughborough University Joins MIT SCALE Network with New UK SCALE Centre

Eduniversal Ranks MIT SCALE Network No. 1 for Eighth Consecutive Year

Supply chain education is crucial for businesses to thrive in a complex, globalised economy. It teaches the principles and practices needed to design, manage, and improve supply chains. This encompasses logistics, procurement, inventory management, production planning, and distribution.

Undoubtedly, the MIT Global Supply Chain and Logistics Excellence (SCALE) Network continues to secure its reputation as the world leader in supply chain education and research. Recognized as the top master's program for supply chain and logistics management by Eduniversal's 2024/2025 Best Masters Rankings for the eighth consecutive year, the SCALE Network’s mission is to deliver transformative education and research on a global scale. In this context, Loughborough University's new UK SCALE Centre is poised to play a pivotal role, with its innovative Supply Chain Management program and ambitious research plans, further enhancing the network's worldwide impact.

Eduniversal evaluates over 20,000 postgraduate programs annually, assessing academic reputation, employability, and student satisfaction. As a result, the MIT SCALE Network’s continued top ranking highlights its commitment to international diversity, hands-on learning, and developing supply chain leaders who are prepared to tackle global challenges. This year’s ranking coincides with the expansion of the MIT SCALE Network, including the upcoming UK SCALE Centre at Loughborough University, which is set to welcome its first cohort in autumn 2025. This further advances supply chain innovation and creates additional opportunities for students and researchers.

The UK SCALE Centre will join existing centres in the U.S., China, Spain, Colombia, and Luxembourg. Together, these centres provide world-class education and solutions to global supply chain challenges, while empowering an alumni network of over 1,900 leaders across 50 countries. Professor Jan Godsell, Dean of Loughborough Business School, highlighted that the launch of the UK SCALE Centre offers the university a chance to showcase its cutting-edge research and forward-thinking approach to supporting the UK supply chain industry. He emphasized that initiatives like the InterAct Network and the Made Smarter Innovation program are providing essential training and insights for businesses and professionals. Godsell expressed excitement about expanding these efforts with the new MSc in supply chain management.

Jay Guo, Director of the Ningbo China Institute for Supply Chain Innovation (NISCI), stated that the MIT SCALE Network equips students with the tools, expertise, and global connections needed to excel in the evolving supply chain environment. Moreover, Susana Val, Director of Zaragoza Logistics Center (ZLC), noted that ZLC has educated over 5,000 logistics professionals from 90+ nationalities in the past 21 years. She expressed pride in the recognition and anticipation of continuing the alliance with MIT SCALE, upholding the rigour and quality of their teaching. Additionally, Benny Martin, Director of the Luxembourg Center for Logistics and Supply Chain Management (LCL), emphasized the value of SCALE Network membership, highlighting the excellent experience and networking opportunities it offers students to broaden their professional horizons.

The steadfast dedication of the MIT Global SCALE Network to global transformation in supply chain education and innovation is evident in its consistent top ranking and continued expansion.

Editor's Note:

The expansion of the MIT Global SCALE Network to include the UK SCALE Centre at Loughborough University, along with its consistent top ranking by Eduniversal, shows its dedication to improving supply chain education worldwide. This recognition highlights the Network’s focus on academic excellence, global cooperation, and practical learning. As supply chain challenges grow more complex, the MIT SCALE Network is leading innovation and developing leaders ready to tackle these global issues. The UK expansion will strengthen the Network's mission and boost its global influence by promoting transformative education and research. 

Skoobuzz views MIT’s progress as a significant step forward in shaping the future of supply chain management.