International Programmes 2023/2024

Master of Science in Supply Chain Management (SCM) MSc in Supply Chain Management (SCM)

Constructor University • Bremen

Degree
Master of Science
Teaching language
  • English
Languages

All courses are held in English.

Full-time / part-time
  • full-time
Programme duration
4 semesters
Beginning
Winter semester
Application deadline
  • Application due by 1 June for international students (for those who require a visa to enter and study in Germany)
  • Application due by 15 July for EU/EEA citizens and citizens of the following countries: United States of America (including the US Virgin Islands, American Samoa, Guam, Puerto Rico, and the Northern Mariana Islands), Andorra, Australia (including the Cocos [Keeling] Islands, Norfolk Island, Christmas Island), Brazil, Canada, El Salvador, Honduras, Israel, Japan, Monaco, New Zealand (including the Cook Islands, Niue, and Tokelau), San Marino, Republic of South Korea, and Switzerland
Tuition fees per semester in EUR
10,000 EUR
Additional information on tuition fees

Annual undergraduate 2023/24 tuition fees – 20,000 EUR

Annual graduate 2023/24 tuition fees – 20,000 EUR

Annual International Foundation Year 2023/24 tuition fees – 12,000 EUR

Combined Master's degree / PhD programme
No
Joint degree / double degree programme
No
Description/content

The Supply Chain Management programme aims to provide an in-depth understanding of designing, maintaining and analysing supply chains as well as teach the skills necessary to apply methods and tools to successfully and responsibly work on and in supply chain networks.

The programme is designed for students of different professional (logistics, economics, engineering or information technology), geographical and cultural backgrounds. The programme seeks to expand the participants’ competencies and capabilities to be prepared for all upcoming tasks and developments within increasingly digitalised supply chains.

The curriculum teaches modern leadership and management competencies with a strong emphasis on data analytics and data engineering. This includes the analysis of data-driven business processes.

Core components of the curriculum include:

  • Supply Chain Management and Logistics
  • Supply Chain Engineering
  • Purchasing & Distribution
  • Supply Chain Finance
  • Advanced Project, Quality and Risk Management
  • Big Data Challenge
  • Programming in R and Python
  • Programming Approaches for Data Analytics
  • Business in Germany Today
  • Ethics & Sustainable Business
  • Communication and Presentation Skills

Students are introduced to working with and within companies and very quickly develop personality and professionalism through frequent, individual feedback sessions and personal attention. This facilitates and speeds up their career development and helps them to quickly become valuable assets in the workforce.

In addition, SCM students have the opportunity to prepare themselves for the German job market by participating in German language courses, courses about German culture and current topics, and other career services.

Course organisation

The first semester is a foundational semester in which students from different educational and cultural backgrounds get acquainted with general methods and knowledge about supply chain and logistics, data analytics, and programming.

Modules of the first semester:

  • Advanced Project Quality & Risk Management
  • Supply Chain Management & Logistics & Transportation
  • Big Data Challenge
  • Applied Modelling & Simulation
  • Programming in Python
  • Communicating and Presenting
  • Language Skills

In the second semester, there is a strong focus on the different facets of supply chains, such as design, purchasing and distribution. 

Modules of the second semester:

  • Trends & Challenges in SCM
  • Advanced Supply Chain Management
  • Purchasing & Distribution
  • Research and Methods
  • Supply Chain Engineering
  • Communicating and Presenting
  • Language Skills

In the third semester, emphasis is put on introducing students to complex tasks in science and industry.

Modules of the third semester:

  • Supply Chain Finance
  • Data Analytics in Supply Chain Management
  • Smart Cities and Transportation Concepts
  • Principles of Consulting
  • Advanced Programming Approaches for Data Analytics
  • Research Project
  • Ethics & Sustainable Business
  • Business in German Today
  • Negotiation Skills

Fourth semester: Master's thesis

International elements
  • Language training provided
  • Training in intercultural skills
  • International comparisons and thematic reference to the international context
Integrated internships

Voluntary internship:

The Career Services Center of Constructor University and the Constructor University Alumni Association help students in their career development and assist them in finding internships during the semester break.

Course-specific, integrated German language courses
No
Course-specific, integrated English language courses
No
Tuition fees per semester in EUR
10,000 EUR
Additional information on tuition fees

Annual undergraduate 2023/24 tuition fees – 20,000 EUR

Annual graduate 2023/24 tuition fees – 20,000 EUR

Annual International Foundation Year 2023/24 tuition fees – 12,000 EUR

Semester contribution

Approx. 330 EUR per semester, which includes public transportation

Funding opportunities within the university
Yes
Description of the above-mentioned funding opportunities within the university

The Tuition Deferral Programme is an innovative way to finance a portion of your tuition fees at Constructor University:

  • The deferral of tuition fees will be calculated automatically, and the option of deferring tuition fees will be available to you shortly after admission.
  • You decide whether you want to take advantage of this personalised financing option.
  • Granted independent of your financial situation
  • Flexible repayment plan based on your future income and personal circumstances
Academic admission requirements
  • Letter of motivation
  • Curriculum vitae (CV)
  • University transcript in English or German
  • Bachelor’s degree certificate or equivalent (may be handed in later)
  • Two letters of recommendation from academic referees or industry professionals
  • An English language proficiency test (see below)
Language requirements

Language proficiency can be demonstrated by an English language proficiency test with a minimum score of 90 (TOEFL), 6.5 (IELTS), or 110 (Duolingo). Native speakers may be exempt from this requirement.

Application deadline
  • Application due by 1 June for international students (for those who require a visa to enter and study in Germany)
  • Application due by 15 July for EU/EEA citizens and citizens of the following countries: United States of America (including the US Virgin Islands, American Samoa, Guam, Puerto Rico, and the Northern Mariana Islands), Andorra, Australia (including the Cocos [Keeling] Islands, Norfolk Island, Christmas Island), Brazil, Canada, El Salvador, Honduras, Israel, Japan, Monaco, New Zealand (including the Cook Islands, Niue, and Tokelau), San Marino, Republic of South Korea, and Switzerland
Submit application to

Submit your application online: https://constructor.university/admission-aid/application-information-graduate

Possibility of finding part-time employment

We offer a limited number of student jobs on campus as well as support in finding student jobs off campus.

Accommodation

Constructor University offers on-campus accommodation that includes room and board (full meal plan). This accommodation is offered to undergraduate and International Foundation Year students. The fee for one academic year (nine months) is 8,000 EUR.

Constructor University offers a variety of off-campus student housing options for graduate students in Bremen. You can reserve accommodation through Constructor University and take advantage of our housing support services, flexible lease terms, and full campus amenities. The fee for accommodation for one academic year (nine months) is 4,500 EUR.

Generally, the cost of housing in Bremen can be considered affordable compared to other German cities. Private rooms range from 300 to 500 EUR per month.

Career advisory service

The Constructor University Career Services Center accompanies students through all stages of their career development in order to enable them to become responsible leaders of tomorrow.

https://constructor.university/student-life/career-services

Support for international students and doctoral candidates
  • Welcome event
  • Specialist counselling
  • Cultural and linguistic preparation
  • Help with finding accommodation
General services and support for international students and doctoral candidates

As most of our students have an international background, we focus on your wellbeing.

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