ERDF Project - developing and establishing new business models and dynamic networks

The main objective is to research, develop, and pilot new more effective systems and processes to efficiently distribute surplus goods by establishing dynamic networks. You will work closely with the sponsoring Leicester based SME and third sectors organisations in the North of England. Supervision will be provided by the School of Business, Department of Mathematics and Informatics. The one year MPhil will start as soon as possible.

The project will include helping the sponsoring SME to introduce business efficiencies by developing and establishing new business models and dynamic networks by:
• Incentivising existing social enterprises/charities to form collaborative dynamic Networks.
• Creating streamlined and digitalised inventory processes to optimise storage.
• Integrating supply chains, customer ordering and inventory control systems.

Principle of Operation

The Project will be delivered via a one year MPhil R&D project, the post graduate and the project will be supervised by two University of Leicester Academics.
You will work closely with the sponsoring Leicester based SME and University of Leicester. Supervision will be provided by Dr Matthew Higgins and Prof. Jeremy Levesley.

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree with at least a UK 2.1 in marketing, operational research or applied mathematics.
• University English language requirements apply.

Skills

• Research and network development, testing and data analysis skills.
• Ability to build strong working relationships with core stakeholders (academics, sponsoring SME, and third sector organisations).
• Business engagement/development skills and aptitude.
• Effective English oral and written skills in order to communicate effectively.

• A self-starter who is able to work as part of a team.

Applications

Apply for Management Research State Project Reference Project Ref LIH002 on the online application