MASTER OF SCIENCE IN LOGISTICS ENGINEERING AND MANAGEMENT

In close consultation with industry experts and academic professors, the Master of Science in Rail, Transport and Logistics programme is refreshed to the Master of Science in Rail, and Urban Transport and Master of Science in Logistics and Engineering Management. 

For information on Master of Science in Rail, and Urban Transport, please refer to our webpage here. 

The Master of Science in Logistics Engineering and Management programme is awarded by Technische Universität München (Technical University of Munich, TUM).

The Master of Science in Logistics Engineering and Management integrates the fields of supply chain management, logistics, engineering, and management, providing students with a broad spectrum of knowledge and cross-functional skills. This programme empowers students to plan, organise, and control the international flow of goods in a dynamic world.

The programme offers students an opportunity to take an in-depth study through the lens of transport and logistics systems includes intralogistics. The insights will foster the critical discourse necessary to deepen their understanding of the limitations of the current methodological approaches to address global logistics challenges.

Lectures will be held at the Singapore campus of TUM – TUM Asia.

Students who have passed all examinations and satisfied the criteria to graduate will be awarded a Master of Science degree from TUM.

COURSE HIGHLIGHTS


Creating a Sustainable Supply Chain Ecosystem

 

 

This programme allows students to gain rigorous insights into green supply chains, their drivers, and objectives. It emphasises innovative methodologies and techniques to reduce carbon footprint, enabling students to find a competitive edge between sustainability and productivity.

Driving Efficiency in Supply Chain

Developing Effective Supply Chain Systems

 

Defining Economics Sustainable in Supply Chains

   
Students will learn in-depth the latest mathematical modelling approaches and computer-based support solutions, cutting through multiple sacks of disparate data to deploy real-time tracking, predictive analytics, and enhanced decision-making to address formal problem models and achieve an efficient supply chain system. The module deep dives into the planning, designing, and managing of a logistics system for materials and goods while cultivating a deep understanding of the dynamics in transport and logistics, which is essential to developing an effective supply chain system for the flow of goods and materials in the whole value chain.

Focusing on strategies to optimise the economic value of supply chains in the human, digital, and resource areas, students will gain the know-how to empower people, mobilise resources, and leverage technology to increase productivity and respond to the shifting environment to implement an economically sustainable supply chain.

Employ expert knowledge in the integrative planning, organisation, control, handling, and monitoring of goods and materials flow to establish an efficient, effective and economically sustainable supply chain system
Develop proficiency in complex statistical methods to design and evaluate systems, mechanical equipment and related controls deployed in the end-to-end supply chain
Exercise a high level of interdisciplinary thinking by evaluating transport and logistics systems and planning of intralogistics systems to achieve the required mobility in a modern and dynamic society
Develop ability to analyse and synthesis insights gathered through utilising multiple tools and applications across various transport and logistics systems and process to develop scientific-based solutions and strategies
Gain in-depth insights into the management of high-stakes supply chains experiencing disruptive changes
Demonstrate high level of capability in deploying state-of-the-art mathematical modelling approaches and computer-based support solution to make scientifically founded decisions to address current and emerging logistics decision problem
Gain an appreciation and proficiency in basing decisions on scientific and evidencebased rigour to address issues and challenges at the intersection of multiple disciplines of a supply chain
Develop ability to design and apply research inquiries, statistical and analysis methods to advance theories and practice of implementing an agile and efficient supply chain system

DEGREE/FH DIPLOMA* REQUIREMENTS

In order to be eligible for the programme, you must have at least a bachelor’s degree** (completed in at least three years, depending on factors such as the rest of your education background) in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Civil/ Communications/ Electrical/ Environmental/ Transport/ Mechanical Engineering, Geodetics, Geography, Computer Science,  Economics, Mathematics, Physical Sciences, Architecture, or its equivalent in Engineering, Management, Economics, Mathematics or a closely related discipline.

*If you meet the requirements for admissions, please refer to this page (Click on “Required Documents”) for the List of Required Documents for application to our Master of Science programmes.

**Academic requirements may differ for different countries of study. Please write to us at admission@tum-asia.edu.sg to verify your requirements

ENGLISH LANGUAGE SKILLS

As the Master of Science programme’s instruction medium is English, the applicant must be able to demonstrate a satisfactory level of proficiency in the English language.

Applicant whose native tongue or medium of instruction from previous studies (Bachelor / FH Diploma) is not English must submit at least one of the following:

  • TOEFL (www.toefl.org): Recent score with a Minimum 88 for the Internet-Based Test (TOEFL code: 7368)
  • IELTS (www.ielts.org): With academic IELTS result of at least 6.5

SPECIAL CRITERIA (China, India & Vietnam)

Additionally, an Akademische Prüfstelle (APS) certificate is required for applicants with education qualifications from China, India or Vietnam. The APS certificate is compulsory if your bachelor’s studies was completed in a Chinese, Indian or Vietnamese university, regardless of nationality.

For example, a Singapore citizen who completed his entire undergraduate studies in a Chinese university, and holds a Chinese degree, must sit for the APS test and pass it in order to qualify for admissions to a German university.

If you are making any application to a German university (including the TUM degrees at TUM Asia), the APS certificate is required for all education qualifications from China, India or Vietnam. If you need more information, please contact our team.

More about APS:

IMPORTANT: The provided information is accurate as for AY2025/26 intake and is subject to change.

The teaching faculty in the programme are predominately from TUM, as well as additional modules taught by industry leaders and other expert academics.

COURSE COMMENCEMENT
Single yearly intake, with course commencement in August every year.

COURSEWORK & STUDENT-TEACHER RATIO
All coursework are conducted in English and students will be taught by German and Singaporean lecturers. Student-teacher ratio averages between 20:1 to 40:1. teaching is conducted in person for TUM Asia classes.

COURSE DURATION
The Master of Science in Logistics Engineering and Management degree is a 2-year full-time programme. Students must complete their coursework, 3-month internship and 6-month of Master’s Thesis writing to qualify for graduation.

COURSE COMPLETION
In order for a student to graduate from the degree programme, he/she have to complete all 120 ECTS credit with a pass. The regular study duration for this programme is 2 years. The maximum candidature period permitted is 3 years.

Core Modules

Introduction to Business Logistics

The course will provide basics in the core principles of business logistics, where students gain insights into the functional logistics process and the pivotal role logistics play in a competitive landscape. Providing an incisive portrait of the various aspects of logistics processes, students engages in discussions and lessons to explore ways of optimising logistics in small groups working with real-life case studies to apply theory in practice, including also the opportunity to develop their critical thinking on the potential of information technology and digitisation in logistics.

Lecturer: Prof. Dr. Christian Kille / Hours: 45 / Semester: 1

Introduction to Supply Chain Management

This module provides students with an insightful overview of supply chains’ fundamental concepts, theories, and applications, covering its main challenges and planning methods. It aims to stimulate critical thinking and equips students with the strategic ability to find the insights behind theories that will help them to match the right supply chain for different types of products, align their supply chain planning in inventory management, procurement and sourcing as well as risk management to create value in supply chains.

Lecturer: Prof. Dr. Alexander Hübner / Hours: 45 / Semester: 2

Industrial Logistics

With an increasing number of logistics functions being outsourced to third-party logistics service providers (LSPs), a new set of challenges emerge that are different from traditional industrial management practices in many respects. The successful management of one’s supply chain is critical to understanding LSP’s complementary role in a company and how it can make a positive impact by improving efficiency and generating economic value. This module offers a critical insight into the global LSP industry, its key players and best management practices. Students are also introduced to the relevant theoretical concepts of advanced service management. In addition, students will understand the typical business models and management issues relevant to successful dealings with logistics outsourcing partners, thus preparing them for a successful career in the logistics services arena.

Lecturer: Dr. Hans Zeltinger / Hours: 45 / Semester: 2

Planning of Intralogistics Systems

This module provides students with a solid foundation of some of the key methods and procedures in material flow and logistics planning. Students will learn to apply the range of tools and assessment methods to develop different planning alternatives by beginning the module with the actual collection of data for detailed analysis. Students will also learn to apply qualitative and quantitative evaluation methods to select the best planning alternative. The course will also place an emphasis on intensifying students’ theoretical foundation through working on a practical case study conducted in small groups.

Lecturer: Prof. Dr.-Ing. Johannes Fottner  / Hours: 45 / Semester: 2

Consumer Industry Supply Chain Management

The transformation that the consumer industry underwent over the past years has ushered in a new wave of technologies, such as analytical demand planning or integrated sales and operations planning, to ensure their operations are well integrated from suppliers through to customers with decisions made from an end-to-end perspective. This module addresses the key issues of logistics and supply chain management from the perspective of national and international consumer goods producers, wholesalers, retail chains and e-commerce companies from the fast-moving consumer goods, lifestyle and retail sectors. Students will be able to gain a solid understanding of the logistics framework across the value chain by analysing each step from the producer to the consumer. Students will also closely examine and analyse the possibilities of designing and integrating supply, engaging in close discussions on real-life case studies to apply theory in practice.

Lecturer: Prof. Dr. Christian Kille  / Hours: 45 / Semester: 2

Logistics Service Provider (LSP) Management

With an increasing number of logistics functions being outsourced to third-party logistics service providers (LSPs), a new set of challenges emerge that are different from traditional industrial management practices in many respects. The successful management of one’s supply chain is critical to understanding LSP’s complementary role in a company and how it can make a positive impact by improving efficiency and generating economic value. This module offers a critical insight into the global LSP industry, its key players and best management practices. Students are also introduced to the relevant theoretical concepts of advanced service management. In addition, students will understand the typical business models and management issues relevant to successful dealings with logistics outsourcing partners, thus preparing them for a successful career in the logistics services arena.

Lecturer: Univ.-Prof. (i.R.) Peter Klaus / Hours: 22.5 / Semester: 1

Healthcare Logistics

High stakes in nature, managing healthcare logistics is practically a life-and-death scenario. This module emphasises the multifaceted and unique aspects of managing logistics and the supply chain in the healthcare industry undergoing disruptive changes by first introducing students to the fundamentals of healthcare management before deep-diving into the strategic aspects of procurement and logistics in healthcare. The industry is currently undergoing a phase of deregulation, which leads to privatisation, professionalisation and internationalisation. This framework will be intensively discussed, raising several pertinent decision situations that enable students to appreciate the sophistry in planning its logistics. In addition, students will also advance their understanding of the mechanisms of the healthcare value chain, develop a sound knowledge of appropriate tools and techniques in managing the slew of supply chain activities and evaluate the logistics processes in this particular field.

Lecturer: Prof. Dr. Jörg Schlüchtermann  / Hours: 45 / Semester: 2

Traffic Impacts, Evaluation of Transport and Logistic Process

The module focuses on sustainable transport solutions by deepening students’ understanding of the intimate relationship between transport and its environment. Through interactive discussions, hands-on exercises and group activities, students will learn more about the various strategies for achieving a sustainable transport system. In addition, students will also acquire the necessary knowledge of the principles and concepts to assess and evaluate transport and logistics systems while gaining deeper insights into the advantages and drawbacks of different assessment methods, including application areas and constraints of assessment procedures.

Lecturer: Dr.-Ing Andreas Rau / Hours: 45 / Semester: 1

Statistical Methods for Transport and Logistic Process

This module introduces students to transportation science, which involves analysing empirical data and applying statistical methods in real-world situations. Students learn to analyse data by deploying the suite of analytical tools and software to identify patterns, gaps, and opportunities to make scientifically founded business decisions. Through this module, they would be able to gain a deep level of understanding of probability and statistical concepts.

Lecturer: Dr. George Q. Sun / Hours: 45 / Semester: 1

Decision Support Systems for Transport and Logistics Processes

This module equips students with the latest mathematical modelling approaches and computer-based support to address common logistical decision problems companies face today. Students will gain the necessary proficiency in problem-solving models and algorithms to represent different problem types and address real-world situations. They will be able to discern problem types, understand the limits of optimisation and appreciate the importance of having a decision support system in logistics.

Lecturer: Prof. Dr. Constantinos Antoniou  Hours: 45 / Semester: 1

Soft Skills

This module aims to enhance students’ communication and writing skills to enable them to communicate with confidence that is understandable and engaging for a wide variety of target audiences. Students will be equipped with various technical writing techniques for thesis, technical and scientific papers, motivation letters and technical presentations and acquaint themselves with various business communication styles. Lastly, the module will also cover the fundamentals of the German language to provide them with an insight into German culture.

Lecturer: Ms Jovina Ang / Hours: 22.5 / Semester: 1

Technical Elective Modules (Choose three)

Green Supply Chain and Risk Management

At the intersection between sustainability and productivity, organisations find their competitive edge as they navigate the new revolutionary wave of business in this 21st century. This module aims to provide students a rigorous insight into green supply chains, their drivers and objectives emphasising on innovative methodologies and techniques to reduce its carbon footprint while increasing the company’s short- and long-term profits. Students will also gain an in-depth understanding of the threats and growing vulnerability of global and local supply chains and strategies for mitigating and avoiding these risks.

Lecturer: Dr. Hans Zeltinger / Hours: 45 / Semester: 3

Design and Applications of Material Handling Systems

This module provides an incisive portrait of the issues that happen throughout the various stages of the supply chain. From the movement, storage, handling, and control to the protection of materials, goods, and products throughout the manufacturing, distribution, consumption and disposal process, students will closely study every stage of evaluating and selecting systems, mechanical equipment, systems and related controls. In addition, the module will also cover the principles of material handling systems and gain appreciation of leveraging internet of things technologies and ambient intelligence to optimise processes.

Lecturer: : Dr. Roland Fischer / Hours: 45 / Semester: 3

Airport and Harbour Design

This module gives an in-depth insight into the necessary components of airports and harbours and the planning processes for developing these sites. Students will enjoy the intellectual stimulation as the module reviews the various methods for operating airports and harbours through the lens of multiple aspects of the pre-planning process, such as environmental impacts leading to the ultimate choice of the location. Students will also learn about the essential components of airports, including the fundamental design concepts and operation and maintenance procedures necessary to manage key infrastructures successfully.

Lecturers: Dr.-Ing Andreas Hermanutz, Mr Timothy Chao / Hours: 45 / Semester: 3

Transport and Urban Planning

This module offers the foundational knowledge of transport, mobility, and urban planning, in which students advance their understanding of the reasons for traffic, spatial and temporal traffic distribution, the relationship between infrastructure planning and design, the assignment of functions in cities and conurbations, and dependencies between supply and demand. Students will also learn to apply travel demand modelling using the 4-step algorithm to estimate travel demand.

Lecturer: Prof. Dr. Rolf Moeckel / Hours: 45 / Semester: 1

Non-Technical Elective Modules (Choose one)

Business Administration

This module provides students with a solid business foundation for the theory and practice of managing different forms of enterprises, focusing on the various financing instruments, capital budgeting methods, corporate valuation procedures, methods and requirements of internal and external accounting, and human resource management and theories. Through this module, students can create a business plan and harness the suite of financing instruments to determine the profitability of investments and the value of firms.

Lecturers: Prof. Dr. Christoph Kaserer/ Prof. Dr. Isabel Welpe / Hours: 45 / Semester: 1

Innovation and Technology Management

This module presents the dynamics of technological development through innovation and the related management issues, the difference between creating a new product (invention) and improving an existing product/idea (innovation), Start-ups and financing of innovation, Innovation-driven economic cycles and Innovation impact on growth and jobs. This course is useful for students who plan to take up careers in manufacturing and service companies or in R&D organisations that make significant use of research and technology to build their portfolio.

Lecturer: Prof. Dr. Edward Krubasik / Hours: 45 / Semester: 1

Project Management Principles

This module introduces Project Management principles, which address the critical aspects of the project management processes and frameworks for successful projects. The skills and understanding of project management principles are key for the project manager to lead, plan, and implement projects to help their organisations succeed by achieving the common objectives within the designated scope, cost, and timeline. The module introduces tools, techniques, and frameworks to engage effective stakeholders’ communication, monitor the project life cycle, and consistently develop the project with its deliverables. The student will learn how to initiate, manage, monitor, and close the project in this course. This module will also include a basic understanding of predictive and adaptive approaches commonly used in various projects and industries.

Lecturer: Dr.-Ing Ali Bawono / Hours: 45 / Semester: 1

Master’s Thesis and Internship

Internship (15 ECTS-Credits)

Your career journey begins right at the start where you discover and experience the exciting career pathways through internships.

The internship programme is one of the hallmarks of all TUM Asia’s master’s programmes designed to provide structured and supervised work experiences, bridging theoretical knowledge with practical application. Beyond academic pursuits, the internship serves as a excellent platform for soft-skill development in a real-world setting, aiding students in attaining the required management and scientific proficiencies to realise their career aspirations.

The internship gives students a head start in their career journey by providing them the opportunity to apply their scientific knowledge and develop their skills in international work environments while establishing their own professional network of business contacts and relationships. Students complete a three-month internship with an organisation or academic institution of choice related to his or her field of study at TUM Asia.

Internships can be completed anywhere in the world. Students are empowered and given the freedom to search for internship in their desired fields anywhere in the world and explore the possible career pathways developed from their field of study based on their career goals and aspirations.  Students who have secured a scholarship with their sponsoring company will undergo their internship in the company (which can be conducted in any branch of the company worldwide).

Master’s Thesis (30 ECTS-Credits)

The six-month master’s thesis is a culmination of graduate work and an opportunity to apply the knowledge and skills that students have acquired through course work and research assistant-ships. Through this guided learning experience, students work in collaboration with industry partners or other researchers on a project of mutual interest and may in some cases publish manuscripts resulting from the thesis.

The master’s thesis is fully practical-based. Theoretical frameworks or conceptual models can be occasionally used to guide research questions.

Anchored in scientific rigour and industry insights, the Master of Science in Logistics, Engineering and Management draws connections between traditional disciplines of logistics with multiple interrelated disciplines of environmental science, sociology, and economics that equip students with the foresight and business acumen to orchestrate strategies that are highly sensitive to the currents of the landscape the supply chain is operating in.

Whether is it operating the high-stakes logistics in healthcare industry or managing fast-moving consumer goods logistics in the consumer industry, graduates are not only knowledgeable of the unique characteristics of each industry, they are well equipped to command appropriate mathematical modelling approaches and computer-based solutions to integrate the transport, storage and handling of goods and products throughout the process of manufacturing, distribution, consumption and disposal. They will be able to demonstrate their analytical thinking and problem-solving skills by exercising critical judgement and expertise based on logistics systems and methods to achieve an efficient, effective and economically sustainable freight transport network.

Here are some of the roles that our graduates are helming:

Inventory Analyst

Responsible for the organisation’s inventory purchases, resource allocation, and sales forecasts, inventory analysts utilise spreadsheets, databases, software, and statistical models to analyse data related to inventory levels and sales and supply chain operations. They monitor performance, identify trends and forecast demand to communicate with suppliers, vendors and internal departments for timely and accurate delivery of goods. Inventory analysts analyse inventory data from various sources to establish key performance indicators, inventory policies and procedures and recommend solutions to improve efficiency and accuracy. In addition, they evaluate inventory risks and opportunities and work closely with stakeholders to resolve issues.

Process Engineer

Process engineers are responsible for the implementation of supply chain systems and programmes to ensure organisation meets its productivity, and savings goals. Understanding the importance of leveraging up-to-date transportation systems, software technologies to gain a competitive advantage over competitors, process engineers identify new and efficient ways to deliver more freight on time. They analyse data gathered from the operations team and identify gaps and opportunities, which enable them to design, test and develop software to meet their needs. They formulate and drive company policies and procedures that optimise the efficient flow of goods and identify training and development needs to keep the team abreast of the latest trends and technology in the supply chain management space. In addition, process engineers ensure compliance with safety and quality goals in support of warehouse leadership team objectives.

Warehouse Design and Management Planner

Responsible for mapping out the allocation of resources in the warehouse, such as people, processes, and systems, warehouse managers play a vital role in the supply chain process by ensuring goods are received and dispatched appropriately so that productivity targets are met. They are responsible for workplace health and safety standards as well as the security of the building and stock. In high-stakes logistics such as the healthcare sectors or research institutions where specialised warehouses are designed to store temperature-controlled products such as food, pharmaceuticals and hazardous materials, warehouse managers utilise automated and computerised systems to ensure such products are well within controlled conditions. They not only keep stock control systems up to date and ensure inventories are accurate, but they will also help plan future capacity requirements to balance storage space and efficient movement of goods.

Supply Chain Manager

Supply chain managers oversee and manage every stage of the supply chain and ensure they are carried out flawlessly. Perpetually behind the scenes, they are the masterminds that ensure every intricate detail – from the initial purchasing of raw materials to the delivery of final products – is completed promptly and smoothly. They plan and implement logistical strategies to organise the timely movement of goods from the distribution centre to customers and stores. Conscious of how every little ripple could influence their supply chain fluidity, supply chain managers are well-attuned to the latest industry trends. Their role is critical to meeting customer demand and ensuring businesses stay efficient and competitive, making them indispensable in every industry.

Logistics and Distribution Engineer

Responsible for managing inventory, orders and planning of warehouse layouts, logistics engineers are highly sought after in several industries for their skills and knowledge in applying both engineering principles and logistics management to help organisation achieve their productivity goals They review and design the processes companies use to produce, transport and distribute products and services and improve its operational efficiency and cost reduction by applying scientific and mathematical engineering principles to the distribution of consumer goods and services. In addition, they analyse contractual documents, customer usage data, customer maintenance practices, operation characteristics and related reports to identify gaps and opportunities to optimise productivity and other related logistics functions.

Supply Chain Analyst

Specialising in supply chain operations, a supply chain analyst utilises data management software to collect and analyse statistics collected in each stage of supply chain operations, including procurement, storage, distribution, and transportation. They evaluate various sacks of data to determine procedures and recommend changes to optimise the company’s delivery of products and services to its customers. Supply chain analysts are needed as they help to identify pain points within the process and develop solutions to resolve conflicts and inefficiencies.

Procurement Specialist

Responsible for the acquisition of goods and services necessary for a company’s operation, procurement specialist involve sourcing and purchasing high-quality products as competitive prices. They conduct market and delivery system analyses to evaluate the availability of necessary goods and organise the disposal of excess materials. They analyse market trends to identify the best sources of goods and services and work closely with inventory teams to ensure stock levels are kept within optimal levels.

The total tuition fees for the Master of Science in Logistics Engineering and Management is SGD 33,000* (before GST).

The tuition fees are to be paid in three instalments as indicated in the table below.

Registration Fee 1st Instalment 2nd Instalment 3rd Instalment Total*
Deadline for payment Upon acceptance of offer 15 July 1 December 1 July
(of the next year)
Gross Amount* (before GST) SGD 5,000 Split across 3 instalments SGD 33,000
Final Amount* (after GST) SGD 5,450 Split across 3 instalments SGD 35,970

* Note:

  • All fees quoted are in Singapore Dollars and are inclusive of the prevailing Goods and Services Tax (GST) imposed under the Singapore GST Act. Final tuition fees are also subject to revision due to change in GST rate and students will be billed accordingly. From 1 January 2024, fees will be adjusted to reflect GST rate of 9%.
  • Tuition fees are subject to revision at the discretion of TUM Asia.

IMPORTANT: The provided information is accurate for AY2025/26 intake and is subject to change. Students from previous intakes should not refer to the total fee stated on this webpage as their reference.

Please note that the above fees include the following:

  • Matriculation fees at TUM, teaching and examination fees
  • Lab materials and expenses
  • Expenses for intercultural program, may include tickets for events and industry excursions
  • Soft copy files of all teaching materials
  • IT usage: Internet access
  • Excursion and off-campus expenses for mandatory events
  • Usage of all university facilities at TUM and TUM Asia

In addition to the tuition fee, all registered students will be subjected to the following fees:

  • Student Medical Insurance Fee (payable to TUM Asia)
  • Student Visa Processing and Issuance Fee (payable to ICA)

The respective amounts and payment instructions will be provided in the Student Agreement to all successful applicants.

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