Program Overview

Mannheim Master in Operations and Supply Chain Management

Program Facts and Information

• Degree: Master of Science (M.Sc.)
• Standard period of study: 4 semesters (2 years)
• ECTS credits: 120
• Language of instruction: English
• Language requirements: English (at least C1 level)
• Program start: Fall semester (September)
• School: Business School
• Semester fee: EUR 194
• Tuition fees for international students from non-EU countries: EUR 1,500
• Tuition fees for a second degree: EUR 650

Program Overview

The Mannheim Master in Operations and Supply Chain Management (MMOSCM) program offers a broad education in the field of operations and supply chains, taught entirely in English. The program is designed to prepare students for leadership positions in a global environment.

The program's content is divided into five areas:

• Foundations of Operations & Supply Chain Management (28 ECTS credits): These five courses will teach the basics.
• Business Analytics (12–18 ECTS credits): This module will provide key skills in data analysis.
• Specialized Topics in Operations & Supply Chain Management (at least 12 ECTS credits): Students can customize their profile in accordance with their interests and professional goals.
• Business Interfaces (0–30 ECTS credits): Students can broaden their mind and think outside the box by taking supplementary courses in other areas of business administration.
• Master's Thesis (30 ECTS credits): At the end of their studies, students will complete a research-oriented seminar and write their master's thesis at one of the participating chairs.

Why Study the Mannheim Master in Operations and Supply Chain Management Program?

The MMOSCM program is unique because it prepares students to understand and manage complex value chains from a holistic perspective. The focus is on combining analytical methods with insights into global issues such as sustainability and digital transformation.

Career Opportunities

The MMOSCM program opens up a wide range of career paths in various fields:

• Industry: Students can work in production, trade, or the service sector to optimize processes, improve customer experiences, or achieve sustainable results.
• Consulting: The MMOSCM program bridges the gap between analysis, strategy, and implementation, providing the ideal basis for a career in top management consulting or specialized consulting.
• Research: With its strong analytical foundation and methodological depth, the MMOSCM program is an ideal starting point for a doctorate at the University of Mannheim or other leading international higher education institutions.
• Start-up: Students can unleash their innovative power, implement their own ideas, or get started in dynamic tech start-ups.

Required Interests and Skills

Students of the MMOSCM program should:

• Have previous knowledge of business administration
• Be interested in global supply chains and operational processes
• Have analytical and quantitative thinking skills
• Enjoy data analysis and working with complex data sets
• Be proficient in English (at least C1 level)
• Work independently and in a structured way
• Have an interest in practical issues and current research
• Be motivated to develop sustainable and efficient solutions

Program Structure

• Module catalog: The module catalog gives an overview of the courses and their content.
• Internships: Students do not have to complete a mandatory internship in the MMOSCM program, but it is recommended to plan a voluntary internship.

Continuing Education

• Certificate programs: The University of Mannheim offers certificate programs, such as the "Studium Oecologicum," which focuses on sustainability.
• Language courses: The University of Mannheim offers language courses and language certificates in more than 16 languages for students and non-university members.
• Studium Generale: The University of Mannheim offers a vast range of courses available to all, including IT or communication trainings, theater, music, or drawing courses.

Doctorates

By graduating from the MMOSCM program with at least the final grade "gut" ("good"), students fulfill the formal requirements for pursuing a doctorate in Business Administration at the University of Mannheim.

Admission Requirements and Selection

• Admission requirements:
  • Completion of a bachelor's program at a German higher education institution or abroad corresponding to at least 180 ECTS credits or a regular period of study of at least three years
  • Courses in Business Administration corresponding to at least 36 ECTS credits
  • Proof of proficiency in English (may be submitted by 15 August)
• Selection criteria:
  • The final grade or – for students still completing their degree – the grade average of the bachelor's program
  • Relevant prior knowledge from studies in the fields of Economics, Mathematics, or Statistics amounting to at least 30 ECTS credits
  • A semester abroad during the program of study
  • GMAT or GMAT Focus Edition or GRE result
  • Commercial or similarly relevant professional activities

Application

• Application deadline: The application deadline for fall semesters starts on 1 April and ends on 15 May.
• Application process: Students can apply online through the University of Mannheim's application portal.