Master-Distance Learning Supply Chain Management


Start your online master’s programme in Supply Chain Management today
It’s not unusual nowadays to purchase products from the other side of the world. Global trade is becoming more complex – and needs experts like you! The knowledge from your online master’s programme in Supply Chain Management enables you to design sustainable supply chains while increasing your knowledge of topics such as innovation and competitiveness. After graduating, you may work as a Lead Logistics Provider or Supply Chain Excellence Manager.
The 60 ECTS programme builds on your professional experience and is a fast track to your degree.
The 120 ECTS programme expands your knowledge from your bachelor’s degree with a variety of electives.
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Study programme & degreeMaster of Arts (MA) 60 or 120 ECTS
German
Full-time or part-time, 100% flexible -
Application & starting dateStart immediately or anytime
Online application, no application deadlines -
Study duration & extension12-48 months, depending on model
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LocationsStudy programme independent of time & place
No mandatory attendance
Innovative study tools available on online-campus & in the IU Learn App
Exams online or at nearest examination centre -
Study feesStarting at 316€/month, depending on model
Regular discount campaigns -
Recognition & ApprovalThe IU International University of applied sciences is state-approved, accredited & internationally renowned
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Your online master’s programmes in Supply Chain Management
The Supply Chain Management master’s is available as a 60 ECTS or 120 ECTS programme.
Your admission requirements for the 60 ECTS programme:
- Completed undergraduate degree
- 240 or 210 ECTS from the first degree: Direct access with proof of at least one year of qualified professional experience when starting the study programme
- With 180 ECTS from the first degree: Attendance of courses amounting to 30 ECTS AND proof of at least one year of qualified professional experience OR proof of at least two years of qualified professional experience when starting the study programme
- Proof of your knowledge of German
Your advantage: Build on your professional experience and complete your master’s degree in no time.
Your admission requirements for the 120 ECTS programme
- Completed undergraduate degree with a focus on logistics or economics
- Proof of your knowledge of German
Your advantage: Invest a little more time and expand the knowledge from your bachelor's programme.
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Take your IU study programme with you – no matter whether you’re on your way to work or traveling the world. You even get to choose whether you want to take your exams online or on site.
InnovativeThe online campus and our study app IU Learn are innovative smart tools for every learning style. You study according to your individual needs.
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Your electives allow you to focus on those areas that best fit your goals. You prepare for the career you want with the subjects you care about.
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Your advantages in IU Distance Learning
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Up to 20% higher salaryWithin five years of graduating, many alumni make 20% more than they did before their degree.
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New job within three monthsBright prospects: Within three months after graduating, our alumni have found work.
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Popular electivesOur wide selection of electives is perfect for constructing a unique professional profile.
Your electives in the master’s programme in Supply Chain Management
Optimise supply chain concepts or coordinate collaboration with other companies: your master’s programme in Supply Chain Management lets you choose your electives according to your interests. In the 60 ECTS programme, you choose one of these electives: Lead Logistic Provider, Supply Chain Excellence Manager or Supply Chain Operations Manager. In the 120 ECTS programme, you choose two out of 13 electives such as New Work, Artificial Intelligence or Digitale Transformation.
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Find out more about IU and your study programme in your personal brochure.

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- Contents and electives of your programme
- Career opportunities
- Information on financing options
Your professional future
Lead Logistics Provider
How do I design a sustainable supply chain? This is the task you take on as a Lead Logistics Provider. You analyse the wishes of your customers and plan your services on this basis.
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Personalised & flexible
You get to study whenever, however and wherever you want – thanks to our digital campus, flexible full- and part-time models and exams you can sit online at any time. You even decide when to start your studies!
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State-approved & award-winning
Our study programmes are state-approved and multi-award-winning. That makes us and our students happy – according to Fernstudiencheck.de, they are 96% likely to recommend us.
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Here for you – personally
Get the support you need: via our online campus, you can participate in live sessions, chat with fellow students or benefit from our study and career coaching.
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Practically oriented
Thanks to our wide selection of practically oriented specialisations, you can create your own profile and develop skills for the career you’re dreaming of.