Supply chain and procurement management is integral to the success of international businesses that are striving for competitive advantage at a global level. The key to this success is having the right skills and knowledge in order to plan and execute strategies that boost revenues and reduce costs through ideas and innovation.
This Master in Supply Chain Management has been created to give all the necessary skills to young graduates looking for a successful international career in supply chain and procurement management.
iMSCPM – International Master in Digital Supply Chain Management – Operations, Procurement and Logistics
THE MASTER FOR SUPPLY CHAIN AND PROCUREMENT PROFESSIONALS
Language: English
Type: Full Time
Intake: September
Length: 12 months
Location: Milan
Tuition fee: € 18.500
University Requirements:
3-year Bachelor degree in management, business, engineering or scientific studies (minimum 180 ECTS)
International Masters Admissions Office
Tel : +39 02 2399 2820
email : infomasters@mip.polimi.it
WHY CHOOSE US
The programme offers a highly specialised qualification with candidates receiving the Master Degree from Politecnico di Milano. Discover the course’s highlights.
- 1 year: 9 months in class + 3 months for project
- 100% in English
- Providing analytical and quantitative skills in the domain of Supply Chain and Procurement Management
- International focus with exposure to global industries and international faculty
- International Study-tour at the Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University.
- Practical focus with corporate participation, providing perspectives from different industries
- Emphasis on the key topics of technology, innovation and sustainability
- Including soft skills for professional development
- Ranked at the 4th position in the TOP 2019 Eduniversal Best Masters Ranking
- Ranked at the 7th position in the QS Supply Chain Management Masters Rankings 2021 (Global)
The master prepares students for, amongst others, the following roles:
- PROCUREMENT PROFESSIONAL: responsible for spend analysis, vendor qualification, supplier selection, negotiation, contracting, vendor rating.
- LOGISTICS PROFESSIONAL: responsible for organising physical flows, material handling in production and distribution, transportation, warehousing, performance measurement.
- SUPPLY CHAIN PROFESSIONAL: responsible for demand management and forecasting, planning of supply, production and distribution, analysis and reporting.
- CONSULTANT (specialising in supply chain and/or procurement management): responsible for analysis and redesign of supply chain and/or procurement processes, the development and implementation of new strategies and information system deployment.
Some of our TOP EMPLOYERS
Graduates of previous editions are now working in leading companies such as: Airbus, Ariston Thermo, Assicurazioni Generali SpA, Audi AG, Bayer, Barclays, Barilla, Berluti (LVMH), Bosch, Colgate, Costa Crociere, Danone, Deloitte, Ferrero, Heineken, HUGO BOSS, L’Oreal, Luxottica, MFP MICHELIN, Nike, Panasonic, Renault, Seat, Siemens, Sony, Toyota Europe, United Nations, Vodafone, Whirlpool.
PROGRAMME
The International Master in Supply Chain and Procurement Management is a 12-month Master programme offered by MIP Politecnico di Milano, that seeks to instruct students on managerial topics relevant to Supply Chain and Procurement Management with special focus on today’s important areas such as Supply Chain Big Data and Analytics, Technology, Innovation and Sustainability.
The master is entirely taught in English.
Please note that this programme is designed for fresh graduates with less than 3 years of work experience. Candidates can apply for the programme starting in September 2021 if they have completed their bachelor/master degree not earlier than 2018. Candidates who have completed their bachelor degree/master degree before 2018 can consider our International MBA programs.
Students will spend 2 terms in Milan followed by summer project work. Additionally, in spring the students will go on a study-tour to the Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University.
The Master’s academic structure features four fundamental blocks: generalist content, specialised content, concentrations and Project Work. The first of these, the generalist content segment, has a dual purpose: it both lays the foundations for the subsequent specialised in-depth studies and also provides participants with a standardised overview so that they can start their journey from the same place, irrespective of their initial knowledge based on their various backgrounds. The generalist content is divided into General Management, Basics of Digital Transformation and Soft Skills.
The programme includes highly customised Career management services of thanks to MIP’s Career Development Office.
Among the services offered:
- CV Book
- Free access to MIP Global Network of Career Websites
- One-to-one careers advice meetings
- Personal Development workshops to help students develop the soft skills necessary to be competitive in today’s job market
- Networking events with employers, such as company presentations, company visits, recruiting on Campus events, Career Days
- Preferential access to internship and job advertisement on the School Career Digital platform “JobTeaser”
Who is eligible for the iMSCPM Programme?
Students with a 3- or 4-year bachelor’s degree of in management, business, engineering or scientific disciplines (minimum 180 ECTS) or higher are eligible to apply. Knowledge of English is a compulsory requirement.
How long is the iMSCPM programme?
The programme is 12 months long.
In what language is the programme taught?
The programme is taught in English, although there are opportunities for students to learn the native language of the country of study throughout the programme.
Do I need to speak Italian?
No, as the medium for the course is English, students are not required to learn Italian, although they will be given the opportunity to do so.
How many students are on the programme?
The average class size is around twenty-five students.
Is there an age limit for the programme?
No, but the average age of the candidates is 20-25 years.
What type of degree/title will I obtain upon graduation?
Upon graduation, candidates obtain the First Level University Specializing Master from Politecnico di Milano which is recognized by the Italian Ministry of Education, University and Research (MIUR) and it is issued under the autonomous responsibility of Politecnico di Milano. With regard to the specific meaning of the 1st level master's degree, as per Bologna process, this is a 2nd cycle programme intended to provide students with further specialization or higher continuing education after completion of the first cycle. The Master Degree of first level will release 60 ECTS/CFU credits.
Candidates are advised to check with the relevant authorities in their home countries regarding the validity/recognition of this title in their home countries.
Will I have to buy textbooks?
No, you will be provided textbooks by the programme, with the cost included as part of the overall programme fee.
ADMISSIONS
STATUS OF APPLICATIONS: APPLICATIONS FOR THE 2021 INTAKE ARE OPEN
Candidates activating their application by January 31st, 2021, can be eligible to run for an Early Bird discount of €1000 on their tuition fee.*
Applications are processed on a rolling basis. Since the number of seats in class is limited, candidates are encouraged to apply as early as possible. Should the course become fully subscribed before the deadline dates, applications will close earlier.
Non-EU students are encouraged to apply at least three months before the start of the programme in order to allow enough time for the Declaration of Value (DOV) procedure for Italy and establishment of the student visa.
*Check the conditions by sending an email to infomasters@mip.polimi.it.
Please note that this programme is designed for fresh graduates with less than 3 years of work experience. Candidates can apply for the programme starting in September 2021 if they have completed their bachelor/master degree not earlier than 2018. Candidates who have completed their bachelor degree/master degree before 2018 can consider our International MBA programs.
The ideal candidate
- Possesses leadership potential
- Is open to learning and exploring a variety of Procurement/Supply Chain business areas
- Demonstrates well-developed analytical and business skills.
- Holds a 3-year Bachelor degree in management, business, engineering or scientific studies (minimum 180 ECTS).
STEP 1: ONLINE APPLICATION
- Fill in the form on www.applyformasters.net
- Upload your CV in English, Passport or ID, University Transcripts and Bachelor/Master Degree (if available)
- Pay the Application Fee (EUR 100)
STEP 2: SCREENING OF CANDIDATURE
You will be contacted for the Motivational Interview in English, which will be done online.
STEP 3: SUBMISSION OF FURTHER DOCUMENTS
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Two letters of recommendation
- GMAT/GRE scores (optional)
- Motivation letter in English
- Digital photo
- English proficiency certificate (IELTS, TOEFL, TOEIC or equivalent)
What is the deadline for applying to the programme?
Please note that the admissions process for the Master is on a rolling basis, therefore the sooner you apply the more chance you will have of securing your place in the class, as capacity may be reached before the final application deadlines.
Does the MSCPM programme have a letter of recommendation form?
There is no specific form for the recommendation letters; however if you need any help on the ideal template for your application, please contact infomasters@mip.polimi.it and we can provide you with further assistance in this matter.
FEES AND BENEFITS
The programme costs €18,500. This amount covers the entire length of the programme, although it does not include living and travel expenses.
For further details about additional financial aid and contributions you can visit the dedicated webpage.
You can find below information about Gianluca Spina Memorial Scholarship and Sponsorship GS1 Italy, dedicated to iMSCPM candidates only.
GIANLUCA SPINA MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Named after Gianluca Spina, who was the Dean of the MIP Graduate School of Business, this scholarship worth 50% (gross) is offered to one outstanding 2021/22 iMSCPM candidate.
Discover more.
SPONSORSHIP GS1 ITALY
Every year GS1 identifies talented iMSCPM candidates and sponsors their Master with partial contributions. The recipients of the scholarship will have the chance to meet the companies of GS1 network and may have the possibility to carry out the internship in one of these companies.
Guidelines for application:
- The candidate has been selected for the International Master in Digital Supply Chain Management, Operations, Procurement and Logistics
- A good knowledge of the Italian language
We turn the future into a part of you.
We offer highly personalised services with the objective of developing the necessary skills, tools and strategy and expanding your professional network, to help you succeed in today’s complex and competitive global job market.
PARTNERS
Every year GS1 identifies talented iMSCPM candidates and sponsors their Master with a partial contribution. The recipients of the scholarship will have the chance to meet the companies of GS1 network and may have the possibility to carry out the internship in one of these companies.
GS1 Italy is the non-profit association that brings together 35 thousand Italian consumer goods companies. It aims to facilitate dialogue and collaboration between companies, associations and institutions to create value, efficiency, innovation, in order to give more thrust to businesses and more benefits to consumers.
GS1 Italy develops and maintains the most widely used global standards for efficient business communication. We are best known for the barcode, named by the BBC as one of “the 50 things that made the world economy”.
GS1 standards improve the efficiency, safety and visibility of supply chains across physical and digital channels in 25 sectors.
Our scale and reach – local Member Organisations in 112 countries, 1.5 million user companies and 6 billion transactions every day – help ensure that GS1 standards create a common language that supports systems and processes across the globe.
Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) is the world’s leading kitchen and laundry appliance company, with approximately $20 billion in annual sales, 77,000 employees and 59 manufacturing and technology research centers in 2019. The company markets Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Maytag, Consul, Brastemp, Amana, Bauknecht, JennAir, Indesit and other major brand names in nearly every country throughout the world.
Whirlpool Europe, Middle East & Africa (EMEA) with headquarters in Pero (Milan) and approximately 19,700 employees, has its operations in 13 manufacturing and technology research centers in 6 countries. The region markets KitchenAid, Whirlpool, Hotpoint, Bauknecht and Indesit brands and the most advanced home appliances in kitchen and laundry with a sales presence in 35 markets.
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