International Master in Supply Chain Management and Logistics
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2025-04-01 | - |
Program Overview
The International Master in Supply Chain Management and Logistics provides key skills for global supply chain analysis, design, and decision-making using digital tools, including blockchain and business analytics. The program combines theoretical learning with practical application through a Business Practice Lab, international bootcamps, and a Capstone Project, equipping graduates for careers in supply chain and logistics management, with an emphasis on innovation, digitization, and sustainability.
Program Outline
The program equips students with the tools to analyze and design global supply chain operations, manage logistics, and make informed decisions using blockchain and other digital applications. It covers business analytics, the circular economy in modern supply chains, decision-making in logistics and reverse logistics inventory, and procurement strategies. Learning outcomes include developing broad skills in supply chain and logistics planning, scheduling, operations, and control; applying business strategy, research, and design principles to innovate supply chain and logistics processes; utilizing Lean concepts and tools; leveraging digital solutions and Operations Technology; and evaluating opportunities for innovation in supply chain sustainability from ecological, social, and governance perspectives. The program is structured around four pillars: real link with companies (Business Practice LAB, company visits, in-class exercises, exclusive lecturers); internationality (international faculty, bootcamps in various locations, diverse student body); professional impact (Career Service, company meetings, shadowing, coaching, soft skills program); and higher purpose (focus on CSR and sustainable business practices). The program boasts a +32% average salary increase for graduates after one year, with graduates working at companies like Leroy Merlin, Glovo, and Pirelli.
Outline:
The program is divided into several sections, totaling 100%: 5% Managerial Core, 35% Focusing and Specializing, 10% Innovative and Responsible Leadership, 10% Electives, 15% Business in Action, 5% Global Trends Lab, and 20% Capstone Project.
Module 1: Develop core managerial skills & gain analytical & practical insight into effective supply chain management:
This module covers Managerial Economics, Management Accounting for Decision Making, Business Strategy, Financial Statement Analysis, Project & Operations Management, Marketing (Traditional and Digital), Human Resource Management, and Data Analytics for Managers.
Module 2: Integrate logistic & global supply chain main business strategies with digitalization:
This module includes:
- Business Strategy and Supply Chain: Integrated Supply Chain Management, Lean Six Sigma Manufacturing and Logistics, Aggregate Planning and Forecasting, Procurement Management, Risk Management in SC, Quality Management, Continuous improvement and Design Thinking.
- Managing the Supply Chain: Manufacturing and Service Operations, Global Logistics Management, Inventory Management, Warehousing and Warehouse Management Systems, Transportation and Transportation Management Systems, Logistics outsourcing, Maintenance Management.
- Supply Chain Law and International Markets: Law and Global Supply Chain Management, Regulatory in Logistics.
Module 3: Manage new technologies to perform sustainable global supply chains:
This module explores:
- Reverse Logistics, Sustainability, CSR and Supply Chain Finance: Reverse Logistics & Sustainability, Circular Economy in Supply Chain and Logistics, Financial Supply Chain.
- Innovative Trends and Best Practices in Logistics and Supply Chain Management: Best Practices in Logistics and Supply Chain Management (Case studies, Business games), Future of Supply Chain and Servitization, Building ethical and responsible organizations.
Electives:
Electives are offered in seven main areas: Innovation & Growth, AI4 Business, Tech & Digitalization, Industry Business Excellence, International Business, Global Electives with RBS international partner Business Schools, and Introduction to preparation for professional certifications.
Practice Lab:
A hands-on lab run by DHL managers where theoretical concepts are applied.
Teaching:
The program utilizes a combination of theoretical learning and practical application. Teaching methods include lectures, in-class exercises, case studies, business games, and hands-on labs. The faculty comprises highly qualified international university professors, trainers, and business managers from various operational and professional fields. The program features a Corporate Advisory Board (CAB) composed of 103 leaders, managers, and professionals who contribute to the continuous improvement of the program. Specific faculty members mentioned include Bernardo Nicoletti (Program Director), Enrico Camerinelli, Raffaele Mannella, Alessandro Iacoponi, Andrea Appolloni, Valerio Dal Monte, Fabio Tiozzo, and Grazia Torrente. The teaching strategy aims to provide students with market-relevant knowledge and skills.
Careers:
The program prepares students for careers as Supply Chain Managers, Inventory Managers, Operations Directors, Procurement Managers, Logistics Managers, VP of Procurement, Project Managers, and Materials Managers. The program emphasizes building a strong professional network and provides career services to support graduates in their job search.
Other:
Rome Business School is described as the most international business school in Italy. The program includes international bootcamps in various locations (Silicon Valley, Paris, Barcelona, Rome, Tuscany, Lagos, Qatar, London, Dublin, Grand Tour of Italy, Porto, China). The program also incorporates a strong focus on Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and sustainable business practices. Student testimonials are provided, highlighting positive experiences and career advancements.
Rome Business School is one of the leading Business Schools in Italy which offers Master and MBA programs both on campus and online, as well as Executive Education training programs. We always maintain an international vision, and our mission is to train global leaders equipped to manage companies all over the world from an innovative and sustainable perspective.
Rome Business School is the most international Business School in Italy with more than 2.100 students per year coming from 161 countries, counting also with 269 university partnerships and agreements in 26 countries and 4 continents worldwide. Rome Business School is strongly connected with the world of work: +616 companies partner for networking, job opportunities and Master lectures. The School has students coming from more than 150 countries.
Accreditation, Membership & Ranking
The Rome Business School and its programs are accredited and has membership with the following institutions and organizations:
EFMD (European Foundation for Management Development)
ECBE (European Council for Business Education)
ASFOR (The Italian Association for Management Training)
PMI (Project Management Institute)
EADL (European Association For Distant Learning)
1-Evaluations of credentials 2- Application confirmation 3-Selection interview 4-Admissions 5-Enrollment The admission process is aimed to verify the candidate’s eligibility to attend the Master. The candidate’s academic history, previous experiences in the topics covered in the Master and motivation will be matters of the evaluation. Once it’s sent, the application will be evaluated by the Rome Business School’s academic committee. In order to ensure the application’s suitability, it is important to deliver all of the required documentation.
I wanted to create my own business, however, I realized I had a gap in my knowledge as I’d only ever done medicine and research. Rome Business School offered a program covering all the soft skills I lacked and I thought it was a perfect match, especially when I chose the RBS4Entrepreneurship path. RBS truly shaped the entrepreneur I am now.
I’ve chosen RBS since I fell in love with their international profile, the variety of courses and the specialization in such a demanding field like Human Resources. What I like about the course is that it goes deep into HR, with its very specialized formula and international professors with a long career in the field.
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