Logistics Management (MBA) - International

Master the global and future challenges of logistics with up-to-date knowledge and skills.

In addition to business management skills, today's top logistics experts must also have established skills in supply chain management, strategic planning, project and financial management and in the management of modern information and communication systems. In addition, holistic and analytical thinking, a pronounced organizational talent, leadership and team orientation are required.

Target Group

This course is designed for Graduates

  • who are already working in the fields of Logistics, Production, Sales, Controlling or IT and
  • want to strengthen their management competence and entrepreneurial initiative,
  • want to be able to react adequately and professionally to logistical challenges in industry, trade and services,
  • who want to learn comprehensive knowledge and skills in market-oriented planning, design, management and control of material, goods and information flows in value networks and their application.

Career Opportunities for Master's Graduates

With comprehensive knowledge in logistics processes, supply chain management, and strategic planning, you will be well-prepared for leadership positions in both national and international logistics. Here are some potential career options for graduates of this program:

  • Supply Chain Manager: Responsible for planning, directing, and optimizing the entire supply chain of a company. You ensure that products and services move efficiently and on time from supplier to customer.

  • Logistics Manager: Oversee and manage logistics operations within organizations, including warehousing, distribution, and transportation logistics. Your goal is to streamline logistics processes to reduce costs and improve efficiency.

  • Transport Manager: As a Transport Manager, you coordinate and monitor transportation processes, ensuring smooth distribution and delivery of goods. You also ensure compliance with legal regulations and select the most appropriate transportation methods.

Advantages

Cooperation & network

Overview of the study contents

Modul 1 - Strategic and operational Management (5 ECTS)

  • Strategic Management
  • Organisation
  • Change Management

Modul 2 - Controlling and Financial Management (5 ECTS)

  • Controlling I
  • Controlling II
  • Financial Management

Modul 3 - Project and Process Management (5 ECTS)

  • Project Management
  • Process Management

Modul 4 - Information Management (5 ECTS)

  • Quantitative Analysis Tools
  • Information and Knowledge Management

Modul 5 - Basics of Supply Chain Management (5 ECTS)

  • Logistics Conceptual Design
  • Planning tasks in distribution

Modul 6 - Planing tasks in Supply Chain Management (5 ECTS)

  • Planning tasks in Procurement
  • Methods for rationalisation of logistic processes

Modul 7 - Supply Chain Management Specialisation (5 ECTS)

  • Strategic Supply Chain Management
  • Management Instruments for Logistic Planning
  • Logistics and Transportation Law

Modul 8 - Production planning and Quality Management (5 ECTS)

  • Production Planning and Controlling
  • Quality Management in Logistics

Modul 9 - Applied Logistics Management (5 ECTS)

  • Internet-based Logistic Processes
  • Information Systems in Logistics
  • Logistics and Environment

Master Thesis (15 ECTS)

  • Thesis
  • Colloquium

Extracurricular Activities

  • German Course at the beginning of your studies
  • Cultural and Team Competences
  • Scientific Working
  • SAP Course

 

Participant voice of the study programme

Scientific Director

Lecturers (Extract)

  • Prof. Dr. Udo Buscher, University of Technology Dresden 
  • Dipl.-Ing. Steffen Clauß, SYSTEMA GmbH Dresden 
  • Dipl.-Wirtsch.-Ing. Darleen Dolch, University of Technology Dresden 
  • Dipl.-Ing. Věra Greschner Farkavcová, United Nations University Dresden 
  • Prof. Dr. Roy Fritzsche, University of Cooperative Education, Glauchau 
  • Dr. Michael Graßmann, Unternehmensgruppe UKA Umweltgerechte Kraftanlagen GmbH & Co. KG, Meißen 
  • Dr. rer. pol. Jacob Hamann-Lohmer, University of Technology Dresden 
  • Dr. Ronald Hartz, University of Technology Ilmenau 
  • Dr. Xaver Heinicke, University of Technology Dresden 
  • Dipl.-Wirtsch.-Ing. Marcel André Hoffmann, University of Technology Dresden
  • Dr. Marc Janka,  Friedhelm Loh Group Loh Services GmbH, Haiger 
  • Prof. Dr. Rainer Lasch, University of Technology Dresden; Scientific Director of the program 
  • Dipl.-Wirtsch.-Ing. Patricia Leffler, University of Technology Dresden 
  • Prof. Dr. Holger Müller, University of Applied Sciences Leipzig  
  • PD Dr. rer. pol. habil. Janis Sebastian Neufeld, University of Technology Dresden 
  • Prof. Dr. Mario Straßberger, University of Applied Sciences Zittau-Görlitz 
  • Prof. Dr. Ulrike Stopka, University of Technology Dresden 
  • RA Cord Tomhave, Kanzlei Heuking Kühn Lüer Wojtek 
  • Dr. Norbert Wagener, Management Consultants GmbH Wagener & Herbst Potsdam 
  • Dr. Andreas Wels, T-Systems 
  • Dipl. Wi.-Ing. Benedikt Zipfel, University of Technology Dresden
     

Admission requirements

  • a first university degree (e. g. Bachelor) comparable to 240 ECTS-credits (or graduation after 8 semesters), preferably in Economics or Business Administration
  • working experience of usually two years in the fields of Logistics, Production, Sales, Controlling or IT
  • basic knowledge in the field of economics (proven with certificates if it was not part of your Bachelor studies)
  • English language proficiency (on a level comparable to IELTS 6.0 or TOEFL 550 pbT/TOEFL 79 ibT)
  • Proof of Working Experience (e.g. Testimonials)

    Scholarship Information

    The DAAD provides various kinds of funding for foreign students, graduates and postdocs as well as on funding offered by other selected organisations

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    Overview

    Degree:
    Master of Business Administration (MBA)
    Place of study: 
    Dresden
    Program start:
    Summer: 01 April 2025
    Autum: 01 October 2025
    Duration:
    18 months
     
    Credit Points:
    60 Points
    Program type: 
    Full time
    Tuition fees:
    917 € per month

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