Program Overview

Master of Science in Global Supply Chain Management

Programme Overview

The Master of Science in Global Supply Chain Management is a four-semester programme that provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the planning, coordination, and optimisation of global supply chains. The programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical case studies and industry projects in collaboration with logistics companies.

Programme Structure

The programme is structured as follows:

• Semester 1: Core Business and Economics Topics
• Semester 2: Programme-Specific Learning Modules
• Semester 3: Electives and Interdisciplinary Skills
• Semester 4: Master Thesis and Internship or Study Abroad

Core Business and Economics Topics

• Business Economics
• Empirical Research Methods
• Strategic Analysis & Management
• Innovation Management & Digital Transformation
• Programme-Specific Learning Modules
• Global Supply Networks
• Strategic Planning in Supply Chains
• Purchasing & Distribution in the Supply Chain
• Operations Management in Supply Chains

Programme-Specific Learning Modules

• Business Project
• Business Planning & Modelling
• Supply Chain Management 4.0
• Business Elective
• Interdisciplinary Elective

Electives and Interdisciplinary Skills

• Business Elective
• Interdisciplinary Elective
• Event Management (Ted Talk) Seminar
• Language & Communication Skills

Master Thesis and Internship or Study Abroad

• Master Thesis
• Internship or Study Abroad

Admission Requirements

• Recognised Bachelor's degree in business, IT, or a related field
• Strong English skills
• No Numerus Clausus (NC)

Tuition Fees

• €5,970 per semester (EU students)
• €7,500 per semester (non-EU students)

Research Areas

• Supply Chain Strategy
• Transport & Logistics Management
• Digital Supply Chain Technologies
• Sustainable Logistics
• International Procurement Strategies

Career Opportunities

• Supply Chain Manager
• Logistikexperte
• Beschaffungsspezialist

Campus

• Cologne

Duration

• 4 semesters (2 years)

Degree

• Master of Science (M.Sc.)