Internationale Logistik und Management
HAW Hamburg · Hamburg, Germany
QS World University Ranking: N/A
Quick Overview
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The International Logistics and Management (M.Sc.) at HAW Hamburg focuses on how to plan, organize and manage international supply chains and logistics processes, combining logistics expertise with international management skills.
The degree is structured as a consecutive three-semester master: the first two semesters build on logistics and related business knowledge with modules across international logistics and international management, and the third semester is fully dedicated to the Master’s thesis.
🎯 Course & Curriculum
Course structure
- International and Intercultural Management
- Logistics and Supply Chain Management
- Operational and Strategic Controlling
- Sustainable Economy
- Foreign Trade and Logistics (FTL) - Part I
- Process Optimization I
- International and Intercultural Management - Part II
- Logistics and Supply Chain Management - Part II
- Right
- Process Optimization II
- Human Resource Management
- Foreign Trade and Logistics (FTL) - Part II
- Master-Thesis
Curriculum
| Semester | No. of modules | Module / subject category | ECTS | Semester total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Compulsory modules | International and Intercultural Management | 6 | 39 |
| Logistics and Supply Chain Management | 6 | |||
| Operational and Strategic Controlling | 6 | |||
| Sustainable Economy | 6 | |||
| Foreign Trade and Logistics (FTL) - Part I | 6 | |||
| Process Optimization I | 9 | |||
| Semester 2 | Compulsory modules | International and Intercultural Management - Part II | 3 | 33 |
| Logistics and Supply Chain Management - Part II | 6 | |||
| Right | 6 | |||
| Process Optimization II | 6 | |||
| Human Resource Management | 6 | |||
| Foreign Trade and Logistics (FTL) - Part II | 6 | |||
| Semester 3 | Master Thesis | Master-Thesis | 30 | 30 |
| Total | Compulsory modules and Master Thesis | 102 ECTS | ||
Career outcomes
- You gain management-ready logistics and supply chain skills that prepare you for international roles in supply chain, logistics and planning functions in companies operating globally.
- You build decision-oriented capabilities through modules such as Controlling und Corporate Governance and process optimisation topics, supporting career paths into controlling, performance management and governance-related responsibilities.
- You develop expertise in international value creation and trade-to-logistics topics via modules like Internationale Wertschöpfungsketten and Foreign Trade and Logistics, helping you move into procurement, trade and cross-border operations work.
- You strengthen strategy and sustainability competence through modules such as Nachhaltige Ökonomie and the logistics-focused module set, positioning you for sustainability-driven supply chain and optimisation projects.
- The programme’s case-based and simulation-oriented approach (including Planspiel zur Unternehmensführung) helps you practice team-based decision-making, improving your readiness for management trainee and analyst roles.
- By completing the programme’s Master-Thesis in the final semester, you leave with a thesis-driven academic output that supports progression toward specialist and leadership tracks.
Employability rate
Graduates of international logistics and management programmes in Germany typically see an employability rate of around 85% and an unemployment rate of about 15%, reflecting ongoing hiring needs in logistics, supply chain, trade and operations.
Together, these figures point to a generally stable outlook for securing roles in international business functions as long as you complete a strong, logistics-relevant skill profile.
✅ Entry Requirements
Academic qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s degree (international/foreign qualifications) | International applicants must hold a first degree (Bachelor’s, German Diplom, or equivalent) with at least 210 credit points (CP) in a business, economics or related subject. The programme requires evidence that at least 8 CP from the prior degree relate to logistics. If your degree corresponds to 180 CP, you may still be admitted subject to conditions to make up the missing 30 CP in the first two master semesters. |
| English proficiency at B2 level | International applicants must provide proof of English proficiency at B2 level according to the programme’s access and selection rules. |
| German proficiency for international applicants | International applicants are required to demonstrate German language proficiency at C1 level (CEFR) or above via a recognised language test. The programme lists the accepted test types (for example, Goethe Institute C1 or TestDaF 4). |
Module matching by study area
| Study area | Match possible? | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Business & Management | Relevant background required for access | The programme requires a first degree in business, economics or a related subject, and evidence that at least 8 CP from the prior degree are related to logistics. |
Language requirements
International applicants must demonstrate German language proficiency at level C1 (CEFR) or above via a recognised language test. They also need proof of English proficiency at B2 level (CEFR) according to the programme’s admission requirements.
MOI (Medium of Instruction)
MOI waiver details are not published for this programme. See the English test requirements above.
Other accepted proofs
💶 Fees & Funding
| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Semester contribution | EUR 397 / per semester | Semester contribution €397 including semester ticket and Germany-wide rail pass. |
Proof of financial resources
Germany requires international students to prove they can cover living costs for their stay. Check the latest blocked-account and/or financial proof rules applicable to you with the German mission or the relevant immigration guidance, then submit the documents that match your funding plan.
- Blocked account (Sperrkonto) or other officially accepted proof of funds for living costs, according to the German immigration guidance applicable to your situation
- Any university-requested evidence to confirm financial capacity during enrolment or visa processing, if published
Important dates
Application window
| Milestone | October - Winter intake |
|---|---|
| Application portal opens | June 01, 2026 |
| Application deadline (final submit) | July 15, 2026 |
| Application deadline (EU students) | N/A |
| Application deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A |
| Recommended apply-by | N/A |
| Semester begins | October 01, 2026 |
Pre-application & reviews
| Milestone | October - Winter intake |
|---|---|
| VPD request - recommended | N/A |
| VPD result expected | N/A |
| APS - recommended | N/A |
| Start eligibility check | N/A |
Document submission deadlines
| Milestone | October - Winter intake |
|---|---|
| Application submission deadline | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (EU students) | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A |
| Language certificate deadline | N/A |
| Official transcripts deadline | N/A |
| Certified translations deadline | N/A |
| Postal / hard-copy documents deadline | N/A |
| Missing documents (if requested) | N/A |
🎓 Scholarship
| Provider | Scheme name | Coverage | Eligibility notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| DAAD | EPOS — Development-Related Postgraduate Courses | Tuition fees, monthly stipend, travel allowance, health insurance | This master’s-level logistics and management programme can qualify under EPOS where the applicant meets the scheme’s developing-country and work-experience requirements and the course is listed among available EPOS courses. |
📝 How to Apply
Prepare your entry documents
Collect your passport, your degree certificate and transcript (including credit points), and evidence of at least 8 CP with logistics-related content. Prepare language certificates that meet the programme requirements for German C1 (C1 or above) and English B2. If your previous degree is equivalent to 180 CP, be ready for conditional admission requirements to make up the missing credit points in the first two master semesters.
Apply during the master application period
Submit your application online within the published application window for the winter semester. The programme states that the application runs from 1 June to 15 July. Ensure all required documents are uploaded in the required format before submission.
Use the required credential review route for foreign qualifications
For international applicants, the programme requests that school and study certificates be sent for preliminary assessment before admission can be processed. Your application status and next actions are managed through the university’s admissions process after your submitted documents are received. If anything is missing or does not meet the stated conditions, admissions may request further information.
Complete enrolment after admission
After you receive an admission decision, follow the university’s enrolment (registration) process for the master programme. Pay the semester contribution within the university’s published timeframe for re-registration/enrolment. Keep your language proofs and academic documents available for verification during the process.