This blended-learning MBA (Master of Arts) is designed for professionals who want to advance in logistics and supply chain management without leaving their jobs. The programme builds the skills to manage processes that cut across disciplines and borders, responding to the strong demand for logistics managers who combine up-to-date technical knowledge with international experience. Teaching emphasizes an integrated, interdisciplinary view of logistics and promotes long-term, sustainable approaches to global supply chains.
Coursework goes beyond the traditional business–IT–technology triad to include management, consulting and social skills, plus intercultural competence—especially important for roles that operate at interfaces between departments, companies and countries. The extra-occupational format preserves a strong connection to practice, enabling students to apply methods and tools directly in their workplace. The programme concludes with a master’s thesis that synthesises the applied and theoretical learning.
Program requirements and structure (key facts)
Overview This MBA is delivered entirely as a distance-learning programme, designed so working professionals can earn a Master of Arts in Logistics – International Management & Consulting without pausing their careers. The standard duration is four semesters: the first three semesters consist of structured online teaching and interactive sessions, and the fourth semester is reserved for the Master’s thesis. There are no on-campus courses in Germany — all teaching and learning activities are time- and location-independent.
Learning approach and key modules Teaching materials are provided mainly as electronic texts and are continually updated so the curriculum reflects current trends and industry insights. Core subject areas align with the programme title (logistics, international management and consulting) and are reinforced through active, practice-oriented methods such as case studies, group work, presentations and exercises using a digital factory environment. Live online sessions and collaborative work on the OpenOLAT platform deepen understanding and encourage reflective, applied learning—helping you translate theory into workplace practice while you continue full-time employment.
Learning outcomes By the end of the programme you will be able to apply advanced logistics and international management concepts in real-world contexts, use consulting frameworks to analyze and solve business problems, collaborate effectively in distributed teams, and produce an independent, research-based Master’s thesis. The course emphasises self-directed study skills, digital collaboration, and the capacity to integrate up-to-date industry developments into professional decision-making.
Study requirements / expectations
This MBA accepts applicants via two routes — with or without a prior academic degree — and requires a combination of academic qualifications, relevant professional experience, language proof, and in some cases an admission test or extra examination. The rules distinguish between candidates holding a 210 ECTS degree, those holding only 180 ECTS, and applicants who do not have an academic degree but do have a university entrance qualification plus substantial executive experience. Tests that may be required are normally available in your country and can usually be taken online.
Keep in mind the German grading reference: a minimum grade of 2.5 (German system) is required for degree-holders — this corresponds roughly to a “good” or lower second-class level. Wherever the phrase “documentary proof of English language skills” appears below, it means you must submit official evidence of your English proficiency (details of accepted certificates/levels are provided separately).
Applicants with an academic degree (postgraduates)
Applicants without an academic degree
Winter Semester (International)
30 June 2026
Summer Semester (International)
15 January 2027
Winter Semester (EU/EEA)
30 June 2026
Summer Semester (EU/EEA)
15 January 2027
Graduates are prepared for leadership and specialist roles in supply chain and logistics management, including positions in logistics operations, supply chain planning, transport and distribution management, and logistics consulting. The programme is particularly suited to professionals aiming for interface roles that require coordination across departments, technologies and national borders.
Because the course is designed for working professionals and emphasizes consulting, lean supply-chain methods and digital logistics tools, alumni can move into management-level responsibilities or transition into consultancy roles that demand both technical logistics know-how and strategic business skills.
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