Program Overview

University Microcredential in Humanitarian Logistics

Presentation

Humanitarian logistics is essential in crisis and disaster management, ensuring the efficient and timely delivery of aid to affected populations. In a world increasingly vulnerable to natural disasters, armed conflicts, and humanitarian crises, the need for trained humanitarian logistics professionals is more critical than ever. Students and professionals who complete this program will be prepared to contribute significantly to improving logistics operations, increasing the efficiency and effectiveness of humanitarian response, using SAP technology and Artificial Intelligence.

Objectives

• To train professionals capable of planning, implementing, and managing logistics operations in humanitarian contexts.
• Provide theoretical and practical knowledge on the humanitarian supply chain, inventory management, transportation, and distribution of aid. To train in the use of technology-based tools such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), planning and coordination processes, RPA tools, and indicator monitoring. The program aims to equip students with the skills necessary to navigate the complexities of humanitarian logistics effectively. By focusing on both theoretical foundations and practical applications, the program ensures that graduates are well-prepared to address real-world challenges in humanitarian response. Furthermore, the incorporation of cutting-edge technologies like Artificial Intelligence underscores the program's commitment to innovation and relevance in the field. Overall, the objectives of the program are designed to foster a comprehensive understanding of humanitarian logistics, enabling graduates to make meaningful contributions in their future careers. The program's emphasis on technology-based tools also reflects its dedication to staying at the forefront of industry developments, ensuring that students gain skills that are highly valued by employers. By achieving these objectives, the program aims to play a significant role in enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of humanitarian response efforts worldwide. The program's focus on practical knowledge and skills ensures that graduates are equipped to handle the demands of logistics operations in humanitarian contexts, making them invaluable assets to organizations involved in disaster relief and humanitarian aid. The use of technology-based tools, such as Artificial Intelligence, planning and coordination processes, RPA tools, and indicator monitoring, is a critical aspect of the program, as it enables students to develop a sophisticated understanding of how these tools can be leveraged to improve humanitarian response. The program's objectives are ambitious, yet they reflect a deep understanding of the needs of the humanitarian sector and a commitment to providing students with the knowledge, skills, and expertise required to succeed in this field.

Programme

• Introduction to Humanitarian Action: 1.8 credits
• Introduction to Supply Chain: 2.2 credits
• Operational logistics: 3.6 credits
• Tools: 2.8 credits

Recipients

Students or professionals in the sector interested in acquiring knowledge in humanitarian logistics, whether or not they have a university degree. As it is a microcredential, no prior MECES level qualification or other access requirements are required.

Selection Criteria

In the event that the number of applications exceeds the number of places offered, a selection will be made based on the following objectively weighted criteria:

1. Professional experience: 20%
2. Cumulative training: 80%

Number of Places

50

Academic Management and Faculty

• Carmen De Pablos Heredero (URJC)
• Luisa Monica De Pablos Heiress (URJC)
• Eduardo García Gómez
• Academic Secretary: Cristina Carrasco Garrido (URJC)

Duration and Development

• Modality: Interactive
• Number of credits: 10.4
• Synchronous hours: 82
• Place of delivery: URJC ONLINE
• Opening hours: Synchronous online sessions via Zoom. Tuesdays and Thursdays (19:00 PM - 21:00 PM) and Fridays (synchronous session 16:00 PM - 20:00 PM)
• Start date: 14th October 2025
• Finish date: December

Reservation of Place and Enrollment

• Pre-registration period: from July 11 to October 5, 2025
• Enrollment deadline: from October 6 to 13, 2025
• Title price: 1,500 Euros
• Possibility of scholarship: yes The start of the course is subject to the minimum number (15) of enrolled students.

Documentation to Attach, Forms, and Place of Delivery

The applicant will present all the scanned documentation, in the formats allowed. The documentation required includes:

• National Identity Document or equivalent
• University degree of the studies that give access to the requested postgraduate degree
• Curriculum vitae
• Responsible declaration of veracity of the data provided in digital format
• Any other document required by the Academic Department of Continuing Education for acceptance For students with foreign qualifications, additional documentation may be required, including a passport or residence card, foreign higher education degree, and other relevant documents.

Microcredentials

Microcredentials, intended for students with or without a previous official university degree, allow for the certification of learning results linked to short-term training activities. Their duration must be less than 15 ECTS credits. Successful completion of these courses through the corresponding assessment tests will entitle the student to obtain a Certificate with the name of the respective course, which will be included in the centralized Register of this type of qualification. In the event that they do not include assessment tests, a certificate of attendance will be obtained.