Kühne Logistics University

MBA in Leadership and Supply Chain Management

Become a Responsible Leader in Global Supply Chain Management

It’s time for the next step in your career? Join the KLU community of responsible and effective leaders as one of our next part-time MBAs in Leadership and Supply Chain Management. This hands-on, practice-oriented program is designed to equip you with the interdisciplinary skills needed to thrive in today’s business world. With a focus on team-based and case-based learning, it will help you hone your leadership skills and navigate complex supply chain challenges.

What makes this MBA program truly unique is KLU’s management philosophy: “Leading with an Operations Mindset.” This philosophy emphasizes a systematic, data-driven approach to optimizing processes, grounded in KLU’s logistics expertise and promoting sustainable and responsible leadership across all areas of business.

Experience the unique benefits of studying at Kühne Logistics University, where you’ll learn in an interactive environment, engage in immersive experiences using Virtual Reality and Artificial Intelligence, and gain international exposure. With strong ties to the business world, we prepare you to take on a leadership role within your organization – without interrupting your full-time career!

What’s in it for you?

As part of the MBA program, you’ll gain practical knowledge and skills that empower you to:

• Take on leadership roles in global companies with complex international operations.
• Develop effective corporate and supply chain strategies to succeed in international markets.
• Analyze intricate business problems and apply proven management principles to solve them.
• Navigate the challenges of intercultural collaboration to ensure smooth interactions with international subsidiaries and partners.
• Create innovative, sustainable, and profitable solutions to global operational challenges.
• Approach new challenges with a well-rounded, multidisciplinary perspective for informed, holistic decision-making.

Plus, as a KLU alumnus, you’ll always be part of a thriving community, offering you opportunities for exchange and lifelong learning.

Why choose Germany for your studies?

Germany’s universities are internationally renowned for their academic quality and degrees from them are highly valued by employers. In addition to world-class education, Germany provides a secure and welcoming environment, supported by a robust economy and a stable job market.

Why Hamburg?

Hamburg stands out as one of the world’s most diverse and best cities to live in, offering a perfect balance between work and life, a rich cultural landscape, and a thriving international community. It’s an ideal location to kickstart your global career while enjoying all the city has to offer.

KLU's Operations Mindset:

Building on our heritage in logistics, all our programs foster the unique KLU Operations Mindset. This mindset embodies several core principles that will make you ready to tackle any challenge up the road. You'll be combining academic excellence with a hands-on approach. You will learn to work systematically and data-driven managing details while maintaining a strategic view. You will be ready to be a sustainable and responsible contemporary leader, no matter in which sector or function.

Global Study trips

Take this exceptional opportunity to gain world-class insights through international study trips. These immersive experiences allow you to explore the intricacies of supply chains, logistics, leadership, and the broader business landscape firsthand. Through conferences, corporate visits, and leadership workshops, you’ll deepen your understanding of these critical fields.

You’ll embark on two 1-week study trips at prestigious partner institutions. Explore highlights from our previous study trips on our website.

These trips are designed to enhance your global and intercultural business skills. You’ll engage with local businesses, exchange ideas with industry leaders, and reflect on your intercultural experiences. After the trips, a follow-up session in Hamburg provides time for deeper reflection, where you’ll keep a journal to connect theory with practice and solidify what you’ve learned.

What’s included:

• KLU organizes the entire trip, including teaching materials, accommodation, company visits, most meals, and social activities.
• Flight and visa costs are not covered. Be sure to book your flights and apply for your visa (if needed) well in advance.

These study trips are fully recognized as educational leave in Germany. We’ll provide you with all the relevant documentation to ensure proper recognition.

Interested? Just contact us– we’d love to hear from you and help you get started!

Check out our Summer Open Day, and other events to get a taste of what studying with us is like!