M.Sc. Supply Chain Management English (distance learning)

Our distance learning Master in Supply Chain Management prepares you to take on the planning and managing of global value networks. Our distance learning Master is designed for you with a busy work schedule.

Curriculum

Description of the programme

During our distance learning Master programme in Supply Chain Management, you will learn to plan, control, and manage new ones, to analyse existing business and IT processes. You will acquire the subject-specific expertise required for a process-oriented approach to global value creation chains as well as important personal skills. Our programme is designed so that it can be completed while you continue as an employer.

The Master in Supply Chain Management focuses on logistical information systems in and for logistics-relevant industry sectors in manufacturing, retail, management, logistical processes and the logistics service market. The distance learning programme places particular emphasis on four main specializations: 

Business and Management
Supply Chain Management (Global Logistics)
Information Systems (especially ERP and SCM)
Personal Competencies/Soft Skills

Why enrolling in this programme?

Analysis of the labour market has shown that there is high demand for qualified supply chain managers in industrial, retail, consulting, and software enterprises and by logistics service providers.

The key to remaining competitive is in the integration of individual elements. This is where Supply Chain Management plays a crucial role. Supply chain managers manage this integration by designing holistic, integral processes and embedding these in information systems.

Our distance learning Master builds on your existing knowledge and skills, while you continue to remain active professionally. The highly relevant and timely course content is designed to allow you to enhance your professional and personal development and to strengthen your professional qualifications. You are then able to tailor your own individual profile.

The Master course allows you to gain scientifically based expertise that will equip you to take on the overall design and management of local and global supply chains. Companies are always on the lookout for highly qualified professionals, able to identify and seize opportunities in value and supply chains, while minimizing the risks. Of course, in addition to a career in the professional world of supply chain management, our Master’s programme enables you to aim for a doctorate.

Semester abroad & internship

Flexibility at its best - Our bridge semester
We have introduced the so-called bridging semester in order to offer a maximum of flexibility for your personal development.

You have reached 90 CP in your Master's degree program? Perfect. We now offer you two options:

You continue your studies and graduate as soon as possible
You take a semester break and use this time to find a job, do internships, get a taste of companies, learn languages, acquire cultural competencies or whatever enhances your skills. You do not have to pay any monthly fees for this semester. Of course, your studies will continue for one more semester.
You can use this bridging semester as a bridging semester at the earliest after reaching 90 CPs and at the earliest after finishing the 3rd semester in terms of personal and professional development and remain enrolled. A fee is charged for this semester, but the last semester is then free of charge. The bridging semester is limited to one semester. You can indicate yourself if you have reached the required CP before the bridging semester.

The possibility to apply for a semester off remains. The bridging semester is a parallel existing attractive alternative.

Accreditations & awards

The SRH University of Applied Sciences in North Rhine-Westphalia has been system-accredited since 01 September 2021 and bears the quality seal of the Accreditation Council. This certifies that the university has the highest standards in studying and teaching - students have the guarantee that planning, teaching and assessment are carried out according to certified processes. As a system-accredited university, the SRH University of Applied Sciences in North Rhine-Westphalia is entitled to accredit its study programmes independently and with the audited quality management processes. This procedure replaces the previously common programme accreditation.

Institutionally accredited

In 2013, the university received the seal of approval from Germany's highest scientific body, the Science Council. With the accreditation, the Council ensures the quality of research and teaching and checks whether they meet recognised standards. Among other things, the Science Council praises the high level of identification of the teaching staff with the university and the pronounced commitment to teaching and student support. The SRH University in NRW was institutionally reaccredited in 2018. In its vote, the Science Council emphasises the positive development of the university. It also confirms that the university is valued as a cooperation partner in the region by companies and institutions in the social sector.

Award for the teaching and learning model CORE

In 2018, the Stifterverband recognised the CORE teaching and learning model with the Genius Loci Award, the only institutional award for excellent teaching in Germany. With the CORE principle (Competence Oriented Research and Education), SRH created a unique teaching and learning model in 2012 based on scientific findings from learning and brain research.

Overview

Degree: Master of Science
Programme type: distance
ECTS points: 120
Language: English

state-recognised

Start of studies: summer/winter semester
Regular period of studies: 4 semesters

Application deadlines:
15/10/2023 (WS), 15/04/2023 (SS)

optional semester abroad

English language skills required

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Study prerequisites

higher education entrance qualification

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nationally restricted (What does that mean?)

finished Bachelor studies

Language certificate English

Note: If you do not meet the requirements, you might still be considered for admission.

Application documents

Job possibilities

With a degree in M.Sc. Supply Chain Management English (distance learning), you can work in the following positions:

– professional supply chain manager
– Service providers
– Management Consultancies
– IT service providers/ software companies
– Trade
– Infastructure providers (e.g. airport and container management)

Scholarships

The ALLSTAY Scholarship

The SRH University of Applied Sciences in North Rhine-Westphalia awards several Germany scholarships for EU students and one ALLSTAY-scholarship for non-EU students each winter semester. The grant amounts to 300.00 euros per month until the end of the standard period of study*. Half of the grant is paid by the Federal Government and the other half by a private donor.

* The sponsor must pay the grant for at least one year. After that, he or she can withdraw from the grant if the scholarship holder's performance is not adequate.

Application requirements - Applications are open to:

SRH students who are in their 1st or 2nd semester in the respective winter semester.

The scholarship programme law specifies the further criteria for support:

For first-year students: average grade of the A-levels. In addition, individual grades or qualifications relevant to the chosen field of study.

For students who are already enrolled: academic achievements to date, in particular ECTS points. For students in the Master's programme, the final grade of the previous degree programme also counts.

Special potential of the applicant, for example through special achievements such as awards and prizes, a previous professional activity, internships, extracurricular, social, university-political or political commitment or participation in religious societies, associations or clubs.

Special personal or family circumstances such as chronic illnesses and disabilities, raising children, especially as a single parent, caring for close relatives, working in family businesses, gainful employment during studies or migration background.

Financing of studies

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