Program Overview

Master of Science in Supply Chain Management (Distance)

Overview

The Master of Science in Supply Chain Management (Distance) program is designed for professionals who want to study in a flexible manner and take their career to the next level. The program focuses on planning, optimizing, and managing global value creation networks.

Program Details

• Degree: Master of Science (M.Sc.)
• Start: 1st April; 1st October
• Model: Distance learning
• Language: English
• ECTS: 120 ECTS
• Curriculum: More information available upon request
• Info: Accredited
• Duration: 4 or 6 semesters/2 or 3 years
• Location: Hamm, Cologne
• Costs: €420 per month

Curriculum

The program consists of four semesters, each with 30 ECTS.

1st Semester

• International Management (6 ECTS)
• Strategic Logistics Management (6 ECTS)
• Process Design and Management (4 ECTS)
• Information Systems in Logistics (6 ECTS)
• Communication & Knowledge Management (6 ECTS)

2nd Semester

• Supply Chain Operation (6 ECTS)
• Business Intelligence (6 ECTS)
• Operations Research (6 ECTS)
• Supply Chain Management Systems (6 ECTS)
• Leadership (6 ECTS)

3rd Semester

• International Business Law (6 ECTS)
• E-Business (6 ECTS)
• Enhanced IT-Applications (6 ECTS)
• SCM processes (6 ECTS)
• Intercultural Competences (6 ECTS)

4th Semester

• Master's thesis incl. colloquium (30 ECTS)

Career Opportunities

After graduating, students will be equipped with organizational talent, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work under pressure. Career paths in supply chain management include:

• Supply Chain Manager
• Logistics Manager
• Global Operations Planner
• Consultant for process optimization
• IT and ERP specialist

SAP Certificate

Students who successfully participate in the "ERPSIM" course and gain experience with SAP S/4Hana will receive an official SAP certificate. This certificate is fully accepted by companies and can otherwise only be obtained through time-consuming and expensive SAP training courses. The prerequisite for receiving the certificate is that students have participated in the course and the practical work in the SAP laboratory, with compulsory attendance, and have passed the course with at least 50%. The grade is also shown on the certificate.