Master of Science in Logistics and Supply Chain Management

The Logistics and Supply Chain Management master's program provides students with a comprehensive education in current logistics and supply chain management issues. The program is designed specifically for students who have a bachelor's degree in business, engineering, economics or a related field.

This program provides students with a comprehensive education covering the basic topics in logistics and supply chain management as well as advanced topics such as analysis, planning, implementation and control. Students also learn about the latest technologies, trends and practical applications in logistics and supply chain management.

Logistics and supply chain management is a key factor in the growth and success of businesses in today's globalized world. Logistics and supply chain management involves the management of all processes from the procurement of products to production, warehousing, distribution and customer service. This program teaches students critical skills in logistics and supply chain management and prepares them for a successful career.

In the program, students take courses taught by academics and practitioners who are leaders in the field of logistics and supply chain management. In addition, practical experiences such as internship opportunities and industrial visits are offered.

Students who graduate from the Logistics and Supply Chain Management master's program can have career opportunities in many areas of work such as logistics, supply chain management, warehousing, transportation, inventory management and customer service. They can also serve as experts in strategic logistics and supply chain management for many international businesses.

If you are interested in logistics and supply chain management, this program can help you advance your career by providing you with a comprehensive education.

Upon completion of the Master of Science in Logistics and Supply Chain Management program, the student will earn a Master of Science (M.Sc.) degree.

This degree is a graduate-level academic title and is typically designed for students who want to pursue a career in business, management, engineering, or related fields such as logistics and supply chain management. The degree provides students with high-level knowledge and skills in these areas and prepares them for leadership positions in related industries.

The Master's in Logistics and Supply Chain Management program provides students with a comprehensive education in logistics and supply chain management. This program provides students with theoretical and practical knowledge in logistics, inventory management, transportation, production planning and supply chain management.

The program is open to students with a bachelor's degree in business administration, engineering, economics or a related field. The aim of the program is to help students assume leadership positions in logistics and supply chain management.

The program usually lasts 1-2 years and students gain practical experience such as writing a thesis or completing an internship. The program curriculum provides students with a wide range of topics such as production, warehousing, distribution and supply chain management. In addition, students gain knowledge in topics such as customer service, quality control, risk management and supplier relations.

The Master's in Logistics and Supply Chain Management program helps students develop business skills in a global business environment. This program is especially suitable for students who want to work in industries where supply chains are complex and global trade is rapidly growing.

  1. To have basic knowledge and understanding of logistics and supply chain management.
  2. To have in-depth knowledge of logistics activities, material management, inventory control, distribution management and supply chain management.
  3. To learn strategic planning and operational planning skills for logistics and supply chain management.
  4. To learn data analysis, modeling and decision-making techniques used in logistics and supply chain management.
  5. To gain technical skills that can be applied to various subjects in business, engineering, economics and logistics.
  6. To have a command of sustainability, ethics and social responsibility issues in logistics and supply chain management.
  7. To gain the ability to analyze logistics and supply chain management applications from a critical perspective.
  8. To develop personal and social skills such as communication, leadership, collaboration, problem solving and creative thinking.

The Master of Logistics and Supply Chain Management program aims to train professionals with logistics and supply chain management skills that play a critical role in today's competitive business environment. Therefore, graduates can be employed in areas such as supply chain management, logistics management, material management, production planning, purchasing, distribution management, inventory control, analysis and optimization of logistics costs, product tracking and inventory management.

In addition, the analytical and strategic thinking skills, leadership and communication skills, the ability to adapt to the global business environment and business management knowledge included in the program also allow graduates to rise to management positions. Therefore, graduates can successfully work in roles such as logistics manager, supply chain manager, operations manager, planning and inventory manager, logistics consultant and logistics analyst.

As a result, the Master of Logistics and Supply Chain Management program offers a wide range of job opportunities and enables graduates to be successful in their careers.

The student's success in the courses is determined by evaluating the mid-term grades and the final exam grade together.

Mid-term grades consist of quizzes, mid-term exam grades and grades given to homework, applications and practical work depending on the course. In the credit system, the type and weight of mid-term and final evaluations (exams, homework, applications and similar) are reported to the relevant department head by the instructor teaching the course within the first two weeks of the semester and announced to the students by the relevant teaching unit administration. The final evaluation is determined by the instructor teaching the course with one of the following letter grades, taking into account the general success level of all students taking that course.

While the impact of the homework given during the semester on the final grade is 40%, the impact of the final exams at the end of the semester is 60%.

Graduation Requirements are as follows:

  • Successfully completing all courses in the program,
  • Having no FF grade,
  • Achieving a minimum grade of CB or higher for each course,
  • Completing 120 ECTS credits, with 60 credits from coursework and 60 credits from the thesis,
  • Submitting a thesis of at least 15,000 words in accordance with the "Thesis Writing Guide" provided by the Graduate Education Institute, and defending it if deemed necessary,
  • Presenting a thesis with a plagiarism rate below the accepted maximum of 30%,
  • Submitting the thesis approved in Turkish in English.