Study Plan for Master in Logistics (2026–2028)

Learning outcomes (knowledge, skills and general competence)

Knowledge

After completing the programme, the candidate is expected to:

• have advanced knowledge of logistics and supply chain management, including the design and coordination of material, service, financial, and information flows

• have specialized knowledge within at least one of the programme’s areas of specialization: supply chain management, transport planning and management, or logistics analytics

• have advanced knowledge of scientific theories, models, and methods relevant to logistics and supply chain decision-making, including qualitative and quantitative approaches

• have advanced understanding of the links between supply chain and logistics decisions and relevant perspectives from economics, business administration, and organization and management

• have advanced knowledge of sustainability and the role of logistics and transport in the green transition, including key trade-offs between service, cost, and environmental impact

• have knowledge of digitalization in logistics and supply chains, including the role of information systems, data, and emerging technologies (for example analytics and AI) in decision support

Skills

After completing the programme, the candidate is expected to:

• be able to identify, analyze, and structure complex logistics and supply chain problems and evaluate alternative solutions using relevant theories, models, and methods

• be able to select and apply quantitative methods (for example, statistics, analytics, optimization, or simulation, where relevant) and appropriate software tools to support planning and decision-making

• be able to propose and justify improvement initiatives, including organizational and process changes, and assess implementation requirements and consequences

• be able to analyze transport and distribution decisions, including economic, policy, regulatory, and sustainability implications where relevant

• be able to plan and carry out an independent master’s thesis project in accordance with academic standards, including research design, data collection and analysis, and scholarly reporting

General Competence

After completing the programme, the candidate is expected to:

• be able to communicate logistics and supply chain analyses and recommendations to both specialist and non-specialist audiences, orally and in writing

• be able to apply knowledge and methods to new contexts, including interdisciplinary and international settings

• be able to critically evaluate scientific literature, data, and evidence, and reflect on limitations, uncertainty, and assumptions in analyses

• be able to work effectively and ethically in diverse teams and professional settings, and reflect on sustainability and societal implications of logistics and transport decisions

Logistics involves organizing and managing the flow of products, services, and information from raw materials to the end user. For many industrial and service companies, high-performing logistics operations are a key competitive factor and an important driver of future success. As a result, logistics has strong and growing relevance in the business world. Because these competencies are needed across industries and organizations, the job market for graduates with a master’s degree in logistics is generally strong.

Understanding how products, financial resources, and related information flow through supply chains, and how these flows can be coordinated efficiently and sustainably, is essential for most organizations. This programme therefore equips students with analytical and managerial capabilities to design, plan, and improve logistics and supply chain systems, including purchasing and supply management, production and inventory planning, distribution, and transport management. A key focus is also on understanding how different actors and processes are connected across value chains (supply chain management).

Logistics problem-solving requires a broad understanding of the field and the ability to evaluate alternatives to arrive at well-founded solutions. As a result, logistics is an interdisciplinary discipline that builds on areas such as economics, information and communication technology (ICT), business administration, organization and management, and quantitative methods including mathematics, operations research, and statistics. This combination makes studying logistics at this level both exciting and challenging.

The two-year (120 ECTS) international master’s programme in Logistics consists of 90 ECTS of coursework and a 30 ECTS master’s thesis. The programme is taught entirely in English and includes students from both within and outside Europe. This creates a truly international learning environment in which students benefit from working in diverse teams and strengthening their academic and professional English. As a result, graduates are well prepared for logistics and supply chain careers in an increasingly globalized economy.

Career opportunities

Graduates from HiMolde’s MSc in Logistics typically move into roles where they plan, coordinate, analyze, and improve logistics and supply chain operations across industries such as manufacturing, retail and FMCG, energy and offshore, logistics services, and technology- enabled planning functions. Examples of job titles among our alumni include Logistics Coordinator, Logistics and Supply Chain Professional, Supply Chain and Operations roles, Supply Chain Manager, Procurement Officer, Demand Planner, Project Procurement Manager, Operations Coordinator, Service Operations Manager, Supply Chain Consultant, Service Contracting Specialist, and Transport Manager.

Opportunities for further education

The Master in Logistics qualifies candidates for admission to the PhD programme in Logistics at Molde University College, as well as to other PhD programmes in Norway and abroad. Admission to PhD programmes is competitive and normally requires excellent academic performance.