Graduate Certificate in Supply Chain Management
DURATION
1 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Part time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
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EARLIEST START DATE
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TUITION FEES
CHF 8,400 *
STUDY FORMAT
Blended, Distance Learning, On-Campus
* price may be different based on location
Key Summary
Introduction
Program duration:ย 9 up to 12 months, part-time
Program format: Part-time, On-campus, Online, Hybrid
Program language:ย English
Degree awarded: Graduate Certificate in Supply Chain Management
Deadline:ย no deadline to apply
Locations:ย Amsterdam, Antwerp, Barcelona, Brussels, Geneva, Madrid, Milan, Tokyo, Zurich
Starting dates:ย 8
Program Duration
Part-time students can complete this Graduate Certificate program in 9 to 12 months, depending on the number of courses attempted per quarter, the course selection, and the course planning. Students are considered part-time while attempting 6 or fewer courses per quarter.
Part-time studies are available only for students with a national passport or residence permit. Alternatively, part-time studies can be combined with online courses.
Kick-start your studies up to 8 times per year
Students can choose between multiple starting dates in the fall, winter, spring, and summer of each academic year. Our modular course design and program structure allow for optimal further education planning.
Because of the program's flexible structure and modular design, multiple starting dates are available throughout the academic year in October, November, January, February, April, May, July, or August. All campuses follow the same academic calendar.
Study Destinations
Students can transfer between campuses on a quarterly basis with guaranteed program compatibility. Our quarter-based academic calendar allows for a continuous study-abroad experience across Europe and Asia.
Our 9 global campus locations are based in Amsterdam, Antwerp, Barcelona, Brussels, Geneva, Madrid, Milan, Tokyo, and Zurich.
Our campuses are all located in the city center of several exciting destinations. Students are encouraged to transfer between campuses for one or more quarters, but may also choose a single campus as their destination of choice. Students who prefer shorter periods abroad can join our seminar courses taught by visiting professors at several of our campuses throughout the academic year.
Accreditation
Upon successful completion of the study program, students receive an international private Graduate Certificate in Supply Chain Management awarded by the school's headquarters in Zurich, Switzerland, based on the recommendation of the faculty of the local campuses where credits were earned.
Curriculum
Teaching Schedule
Courses are available in various formats, including:
- Daytime courses between 8.30 and 18.30
- Seminar courses with visiting professors on consecutive days
- Online courses available 24/7
- At certain campuses, also evening courses from 19.00 to 22.00 and weekend courses on Saturdays
- Or any combination in a blended format
Courses are scheduled typically in sessions of 3 hours each. Connect with an admissions advisor, or refer to the course planning once enrolled to find out more about course availability in specific formats throughout the academic year.
Program Requirements
| Courses | European Credits (EC) | |
| Courses from the Supply Chain Management Cluster | 6 | 12 credits |
| Total | 6 | 12 credits |
Courses in Marketing Management
- BUS5003 - e-Commerce (2)
- FIN5002 - Budgeting (2)
- INT6715 - Graduate Capstone Project in Marketing Management (4)
- INT6815 - Graduate Thesis in Marketing Management (8)
- MAR5001 - Analyzing Marketing Opportunities (2)
- MAR5002 - Applied Consumer Behavior (2)
- MAR5003 - Applied Design Marketing (2)
- MAR5004 - Applied Retail Strategies (2)
- MAR5005 - Asian Brand Strategy (2)
- MAR5006 - Brand Management (2)
- MAR5007 - Creative Advertising (2)
- MAR5008 - Developing Marketing Strategies (2)
- MAR5009 - Digital Business Marketing (2)
- MAR5011 - Planning Marketing Programs (2)
- MAR5012 - Product Management (2)
- MAR5013 - Sales Management (2)
- MAR5101 - Comprehensive Cases in Marketing Management (2)
- MAR5201 - Graduate Research Project in Marketing Management (2)
Admissions
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Program Tuition Fee
Scholarships and Funding
Scholarships are not available for this program.
Program Leaders
Rankings
UIBS has been ranked in Tier One of the CEO Magazine Global MBA Rankings 2024, placing among the top programs in Europe. Our Online MBA holds the #14 position worldwide, reflecting its excellence in digital learning. Additionally, UIBS is featured in the 2024 Global DBA Listing, reinforcing our leadership in doctoral business education. We are also proud to be recognized by QS Stars for our outstanding performance in teaching, online learning, business studies, and employability, underscoring our commitment to academic excellence and innovation.
Program Outcome
Upon successful completion of the study program, students receive an international Graduate Certificate in Supply Chain Management awarded by the school's headquarters in Zurich, Switzerland, based on the recommendation of the faculty of the local campuses where credits were earned.
Career Opportunities
Career Preparation and Job Placement
Our Careers Department supports our students in planning their career paths by:
- Organizing several career seminars
- Offering the possibility of meeting with business professionals interested in recruiting
- Maintaining job and internship listings on our Careers Portal
Our study programs are designed to meet the demands of a broad range of business professions. Students are also assisted with finding attractive internships and jobs with local as well as multinational companies and organizations. In addition, we also review our students' CVs and provide useful tips for job interviews.
Dedicated Career Services
With the help of our dedicated career services and our online career center, students and alumni get the career support they need to help their professional careers take off.
Our dedicated career department organizes relevant career seminars and guest speaker events on a quarterly basis, and our online career center provides 24/7 access to the latest job offers and internship opportunities, along with a wide range of videos and articles with helpful tips and advice.
Professional Career Perspectives
Our professional study programs prepare students for a wide range of professions across various industries. It is important to note that our programs do not aim to provide access to regulated professions or government employment. While access to government employment may be limited due to the private nature of our degrees, several alumni do work for government authorities in a number of positions.
Program delivery
Program Duration
Part-time students can complete this Graduate Certificate program in 9 to 12 months, depending on the number of courses attempted per quarter, the course selection, and the course planning. Students are considered part-time while attempting 6 or fewer courses per quarter.
Part-time studies are available only for students with a national passport or residence permit. Alternatively, part-time studies can be combined with online courses.
Teaching Schedule
Courses are available in various formats, including daytime courses between 8:30 and 18:30, seminar courses with visiting professors on consecutive days, online courses available 24/7, and at certain campuses, also evening courses from 19:00 to 22:00 and weekend courses on Saturdays, or any combination in a blended format. Courses are typically scheduled in sessions of 3 hours each.
Connect with an admissions advisor, or refer to the course planning once enrolled to find out more about course availability in specific formats throughout the academic year.
Program Admission Requirements
Show your commitment and readiness for Grad school by taking the GRE - the most broadly accepted exam for graduate programs internationally.