TRICONTINENT MSc GLOBAL SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT THREE CONTINENTS, TWO YEARS, ONE GLOBAL DEGREE

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1 TRICONTINENT MSc GLOBAL SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT THREE CONTINENTS, TWO YEARS, ONE GLOBAL DEGREE

2 TRICONTINENT A SMART CAREER MOVE ADD GLOBAL TO SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT When we say global supply chain management, we mean it! This degree program will give you the unique chance to experience supply chain management from the perspective of the world s three largest economies. It will immerse you in the world of international business practices and enable you to discuss the effects of global economic trends with local executives and academic experts. LEARN FROM THE BEST TO BECOME THE BEST The three TriContinent universities all feature international student bodies, outstanding faculty, intimate learning environments, and extensive corporate ties. They are among the leading academic institutions for logistics and supply chain management in their respective regions. Learning from the best will give you a competitive edge in the job market and advance your career. TAKE YOUR CAREER NETWORK TO THE NEXT LEVEL Throughout the program, students from all three of the TriContinent universities will be in one integrated class. This puts you in a network spanning the globe and the supply chain business that will fuel your future career. And the cross-cultural management skills you develop for dealing with people from around the world will turn you into a true global citizen. Being able to navigate the invisible cultural boundaries of global supply chains is an essential skill for succeeding in business nowadays. Based on rigorous scientific insights and hands-on expertise, this program will equip students with both the technical skills of supply chain management and the cross-cultural skills they need in order to acquire a competitive advantage in business and their careers. Prof. Christian Tröster, PhD, Academic Director of TriContinent Master in Global Supply Chain Management, Kühne Logistics University, Germany

THREE CONTINENTS IN TWO YEARS TRICONTINENT UNIVERSITIES Each of the three universities in the TriContinent MSc has a particular strength in supply chain management and each one receives top rankings

During the last semester, the students will intern at a company of their choice.

3 THREE CONTINENTS IN TWO YEARS TRICONTINENT UNIVERSITIES Each of the three universities in the TriContinent MSc has a particular strength in supply chain management and each one receives top rankings for its subject in its own national survey. Each student will spend the fourth and final semester at his/her home university. During the last semester, the students will intern at a company of their choice. Kühne Logistics University Hamburg, Germany Tongji University Shanghai, China University of Tennessee Knoxville, USA SEMESTERS ABROAD & INTERNSHIP The first semester takes place at KLU, which is located in northern Europe s leading logistics metropolis: Hamburg, Germany. For the second semester, the students move to Tongji University School of Economics and Management in Shanghai, China. The third semester is held at the University of Tennessee in Knoxville, United States. Supply chain management is an inherently global undertaking, and this innovative program will provide a worldclass educational foundation upon which you can build a career. We partner with over 60 leading global companies who have expressed a strong demand for students with the skills provided by this program. Dr. Shay Scott, Managing Director, Global Supply Chain Institute, Haslam College of Business, University of Tennessee in Knoxville, USA Our program provides solidly scientific training in a highly international environment by leveraging on each partner institute s excellence in education and practice. Students are exposed to the diverse business cultures and career opportunities in China, Europe, and North America. Prof. Qiqi Jiang, PhD, Program Leader of TriContinent Master in Global Supply Chain Management, SEM, Tongji University, China

KÜHNE LOGISTICS UNIVERSITY HAMBURG GERMANY OUTSTANDING RESEARCH Kühne Logistics University Wissenschaftliche Hochschule für Logistik und Unternehmensführung is an independent,

KLU is ranked third in research output per professor for business administration among all German universities and has the highest research output of all private business schools in Germany,

BEST CHOICE At KLU, students from all over the world experience academic excellence and a supportive learning environment in small classes.

4 KÜHNE LOGISTICS UNIVERSITY HAMBURG GERMANY OUTSTANDING RESEARCH Kühne Logistics University Wissenschaftliche Hochschule für Logistik und Unternehmensführung is an independent, state-recognized private university sponsored by the non-profit Kühne Foundation. KLU is ranked third in research output per professor for business administration among all German universities and has the highest research output of all private business schools in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. KLU achieved top ratings in the five key criteria of the current CHE Center for Higher Education master s student rankings for business administration. BEST CHOICE At KLU, students from all over the world experience academic excellence and a supportive learning environment in small classes. They enjoy the benefits of KLU s extensive features: a high-quality career development program, close contact to the business world, academic experts, and a strong alumni network. With business-oriented case studies, field trips, business projects, and an internship, KLU has the professional development of its students at heart. KLU: a reliable springboard for global careers.

TONGJI UNIVERSITY SHANGHAI CHINA SCHOOL OF ECONOMICS AND MANAGEMENT Tongji University, formerly Tongji

It was one of the earliest universities in China to launch programs in economics and management.

the School of Economics and Management (SEM) in 1998.

SEM has cultivated thousands of professional management talents.

It has received AMBA accreditation, EQUIS accreditation, and AACSB accreditation.

5 TONGJI UNIVERSITY SHANGHAI CHINA SCHOOL OF ECONOMICS AND MANAGEMENT Tongji University, formerly Tongji German Medical School, was established in 1907 by German doctor Erich Paulun. It was one of the earliest universities in China to launch programs in economics and management. The School of Economic Management was founded in 1984, and merged with the business school to become the School of Economics and Management (SEM) in At present, more than 5,500 registered students and postgraduates are enrolled there. SEM has cultivated thousands of professional management talents. TOP RANKED SEM is an official member of AACSB, EFMD, AMBA, and PRME. It has received AMBA accreditation, EQUIS accreditation, and AACSB accreditation. In 2014, SEM was ranked 7th among the top business schools of Mainland China in the Eduniversal Worldwide Business School Ranking. It has also been honored as the Most Influential Brand of MBA Program by Forbes, China. In 2016, SEM s MSc in Management was globally ranked the 50th by The Financial Times.

UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE KNOXVILLE USA THE HASLAM COLLEGE OF BUSINESS The Haslam College of Business at the University of Tennessee is widely recognized for its leadership role in implementing some

It has a 100-year history in business education covering the for-profit, not-for-profit, and government sectors of business.

GLOBAL LEADER In 1941, the Haslam College of Business became the 53rd school to earn distinguished accreditation by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB).

6 UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE KNOXVILLE USA THE HASLAM COLLEGE OF BUSINESS The Haslam College of Business at the University of Tennessee is widely recognized for its leadership role in implementing some of the most innovative and exciting curricular changes occurring during the last 40 years of management education. It has a 100-year history in business education covering the for-profit, not-for-profit, and government sectors of business. It includes top-notch supply chain management and highly regarded accounting programs. Haslam currently has over 5,100 students and 130 full-time faculty members. GLOBAL LEADER In 1941, the Haslam College of Business became the 53rd school to earn distinguished accreditation by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB). Currently 650 schools worldwide hold this honor. The AACSB uses a rigorous peer review process to evaluate three areas: strategic management, faculty and student participants, and assurance of learning. The supply chain program at Haslam is ranked no. 3 globally by the Supply Chain Management World University Survey (2016) and no. 4 globally for empirical research publications by SCM (2015).

7 TRICONTINENT MSC GLOBAL SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT CURRICULUM Kühne Logistics University Kühne Logistics University Tongji University University of Tennessee University of Tennessee Kühne Logistics University ECTS SEMESTER I INTERSESSION I SEMESTER II SEMESTER BREAK INTERSESSION II SEMESTER III SEMESTER IV September December January March March June July August August December January August Supply Chain Management Simulation Business Logistics and Supply Chain Management Applied Research Methods Transportation and Distribution Applied Statistics Operations Research Strategic Supply and Cost Management Innovation and Risk Management Internship Master s Thesis COMPULSORY 1 out of 2 Strategic Issues in Supply Chain Management Demand Planning and Inventory Management Leadership and Organizational Behavior Management of Information System Operations Management Logistics and Supply Chain Management based on Chinese Cases Distribution, Logistic, and Network Management Integrated Global Supply Chain Management Conducting Business in the United States Economics of Business Strategy Conducting Business in China Conducting Business in Europe OPTIONAL German Chinese Language and Culture Supply Chain Management ECTS ECTS = total student workload of 30 hours

HOW TO APPLY REQUIREMENTS FOR ADMISSION A bachelor s degree or equivalent from a reco- gnized university or college. The bachelor s degree must comprise at least 180 ECTS.

8 HOW TO APPLY REQUIREMENTS FOR ADMISSION A bachelor s degree or equivalent from a reco- gnized university or college. The bachelor s degree must comprise at least 180 ECTS. This degree will usually be in business or economics*. Proficiency in spoken and written English TOEFL (80), IELTS (band 6.5) or equivalent. * Other fields such as industrial engineering, business informatics or mathematics will be considered if your bachelor s degree consists of a sufficient number (at least four) and a variety of courses in the field of business administration or economics. DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR APPLICATION Completed online application form Copy of first degree certificate Copy of university transcript of records Copy of TOEFL or IELTS score (can be submitted at a later date, if applicable) TUITION & FUNDING The tuition for the TriContinent MSc program for the intake 2018 is 7,475 Euros per semester Please inquire about our financial aid plans www. the-klu.org/financial-aid APPLICATION DEADLINES INTAKE 2018 Start of application period: November 1, 2017 Recommended application deadline, non-eu applicants: March 31, 2018 End of application period: June 30, 2018 We recommend that you submit your application as early as possible. For fully completed applications received by December 31, applicants are granted a 10 % early bird discount on the overall tuition upon enrolment. To be entitled for the discount you need to fully complete the online application form and submit it together with your transcript of records. Please use the online application tool on VISA You will need a student visa in Germany, the USA, and China to participate in the program. Check your eligibility for the three visas before you submit your application. Each university will provide you with information if needed, but you are responsible for obtaining the visas.

9 CONTACT Kühne Logistics University KLU Wissenschaftliche Hochschule für Logistik und Unternehmensführung Großer Grasbrook Hamburg, Germany Phone: For further information, the detailed curriculum and the application form please refer to our website: Follow us on Kühne Logistics University Wissenschaftliche Hochschule für Logistik und Unternehmensführung (KLU) is a private university located in Hamburg s HafenCity. The independent, state-certified university focuses on the areas of logistics and management. With one BSc and four MSc degree programs, an PhD program, and a part-time MBA, KLU offers its students a high level of specialization and excellent learning conditions. In open, customized management seminar series, industry specialists and managers benefit from the application of academic findings to practical issues. KLU has an international team of professors who teach in English. The programs are oriented toward students from Germany and abroad. The outstanding research at KLU is concentrated on the Key Competence Areas of Digital Transformation, Creating Value, and Sustainability for the benefit of transportation, global logistics, and supply chain management. Accredited by: Top-ranked university ««««««««««

10 TONGJI UNIVERSITY Shanghai China THE UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE Knoxville USA KÜHNE LOGISTICS UNIVERSITY Wissenschaftliche Hochschule für Logistik und Unternehmensführung Hamburg Germany

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