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Engineering Tomorrow’s Supply Chains

The Master of Science (MSc) in Supply Chain Management and Logistics (SCML) program, offered by the Department of Mechanical Engineering, is designed to train the next generation of Supply Chain Engineers and Executives, capable of designing, optimizing, and operating tomοrrow’s complex global logistics networks.

Focusing on balancing supply and demand, creating value, and boosting resilience, the program provides students with the theoretical foundation, quantitative tools, and practical skills to effectively solve operational challenges in the SCML sector.

These are two distinct but inextricably linked fields:

  • Logistics Management focuses on the physical flow and storage of goods, ensuring the efficient movement of inventory from the point of origin to the point of consumption.
  • Supply Chain Management (SCM) is the broader strategic function that coordinates all business processes among multiple partners—from procurement and production to warehousing and distribution.

The SCML program focuses on an in-depth understanding of both, aiming for their integrated and strategic management.

Program Profile

  • Year Established: 2018.
  • Duration of Studies: 3 semesters (Full-time) or 5 semesters (Part-time).
  • Extension Option: Up to 2 additional semesters (beyond the standard duration).
  • Program Requirements: 8 courses & Master’s Thesis (90 ECTS total).
  • Mode of Delivery: 100% Distance Learning (Synchronous e-learning, evening hours).
  • Tuition Fees: €3,600 (total cost for the standard duration).
  • Extension Cost: €330 per semester (applies only to studies beyond the standard duration).
  • Fee Waiver: Provided for 30% of entrants (based on economic/social criteria).

Student Flow Indicators

  • Acceptance Rate (admitted/applied): 36%.
  • Yield Rate (enrolled/admitted): 92%.
  • Graduation Rate (graduated/enrolled): 67%.

Program Philosophy: Engineering Fundamentals Meets Digital Transformation

The program builds a solid foundation in the operational requirements of global logistics while equipping students with the analytical tools required for modern decision-making. Teaching focuses on four pillars:

  • Supply Chain Engineering Fundamentals: Mastering physical processes: design, planning, and control of procurement, transportation, warehousing, production, and distribution. Fundamental knowledge for designing efficient systems.
  • Quantitative Methods & Operations Research: Use of advanced tools (optimization, simulation, systems analysis) for designing complex networks (e.g., routing, facility location, production flows).
  • Digital & Disruptive Technologies: Application of cutting-edge technologies (Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Automation, Big Data) to create intelligent logistics systems.
  • Green & Resilient Logistics: Designing sustainable supply chains capable of recovering from disruptions, integrating environmental responsibility and risk analysis into strategic decision-making.

Curriculum

Key Characteristics

  • Degree Title: The program awards a Master of Science (MSc) in “Supply Chain Management and Logistics”.
  • Type of Study: Offered in Full-time or Part-time mode. Part-time attendance is granted upon submission of a reasoned request for employed students, or due to health, family, or other serious reasons, as per the Master’s Program Internal Regulations.
  • Duration: Studies last three (3) semesters for full-time students and five (5) for part-time, with the right to suspend studies for up to two (2) semesters for serious reasons.
  • Program Requirements: Successful examination in eight (8) compulsory courses (7.5 ECTS each – 1st and 2nd Semester) and the completion of a Master’s Thesis (30 ECTS – 3rd Semester) are required.
  • Failure in a Course – Dismissal: In the event of failure in a course, the student is re-examined during the September resit examination period; if the student fails a second time, they may be dismissed from the M.Sc. program by decision of the Department Assembly.

Program Structure

1st (Winter) Semester

2nd (Spring) Semester

3rd (Winter) Semester

  • MSc Thesis

Course Focus Areas

  • Optimization/Modeling: ΔΕΑL0102, ΔΕΑL0201 – Modeling and solving real-size optimization problems.
  • Network Algorithms: ΔΕΑL0101, ΔΕΑL0202 – Graph algorithms, routing, and flows.
  • Systems Analysis: ΔΕΑL0103, ΔΕΑL0203 – Queuing theory, variability, and simulation.
  • Digital Systems and Data Analysis: ΔΕΑL0204 – Artificial intelligence, machine learning, deep learning, and Python/R programming.

Competitive Advantages

The program’s unique position within the Engineering School and the Department of Mechanical Engineering ensures a rigorous, quantitatively and technologically focused education with the following advantages:

  • Quantitative Basis with an Engineering Approach: Emphasis on optimization, simulation, and data analysis for practical problem-solving.
  • Faculty Excellence: Taught by faculty members and distinguished executives with international research presence and industry experience.
  • Flexibility: Evening classes and remote attendance, ideal for working professionals and students outside of Volos.
  • Market Connection: Curriculum adapted to modern market needs and enriched with specialized seminars.

Teaching Faculty

The program is organized by Professors from the Division of Production Management and Industrial Administration within the Department of Mechanical Engineering and is supported by experts from the wider university and industry.

Academic Supervisors (Department of Mechanical Engineering)

Collaborating Instructors & Experts

Organization of Studies & Tuition Fees

Teaching Methodology

  • Mode: 100% Online via synchronous method (real-time video conference).
  • Schedule: Evening hours (typically 18:00 – 21:00), once a week per course.
  • Language: Greek or English (bibliography is primarily in English).

Fees & Benefits

  • Total Cost: €3,600.
  • Payment Method (Full-Time): €1,200 per semester (for the first 3 semesters).
  • Payment Method (Part-Time): €720 per semester (for the first 5 semesters).
  • Study Extension: €330 per additional semester (maximum 2 semesters).
  • Fee Waiver: Available for up to 30% of students (based on Law 4957/2022 and income/social criteria).
  • Scholarships & Research: Possibility of excellence scholarships and paid participation in research projects, subject to resource availability.

Admission to the Program

Candidate Profile: The program addresses graduates with a solid quantitative background and developed analytical and computational skills in Operations Research, Statistics, and Computer Programming who wish to specialize in Supply Chain Engineering and Management. Graduates from the following schools are accepted:

  • Engineering Schools: Mechanical, Industrial (Production & Management), Economics & Management, Electrical, Chemical, Civil, Computer, Information & Communication Systems, Applied Mathematics Engineers.
  • Schools of Science: Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Physics.
  • Schools of Business/Management: Management Science & Technology, Industrial Management and Technology, Supply Chain Management, Maritime Studies, and Business Services.

Additionally, applications from graduates of other related Higher Education departments (AEI/ASEI) with appropriate background and skills are considered.

For the Winter Semester (Start: September):

  • 1st Call: May – July.
  • 2nd Call: July – September.

For the Spring Semester (Start: February):

  • Call: December – January.
  • Application form (available on the program website).
  • Copy of Diploma/Degree or a responsible declaration that graduation is expected before the start of classes.
  • Academic transcript.
  • Certificate of sufficient knowledge of the English language (e.g., C1 level, etc.).
  • CV with details of professional and research activity.
  • Two recommendation letters.
  • Degree Grade (minimum “Very Good”): 30%
  • Relevance of Studies: 30%
  • Knowledge of English Language: 10%
  • Professional Experience: 10%
  • Recommendation Letters: 10%
  • Research Activity (Publications/Conferences): 10%
  • Possession of a Second Master’s Degree: 10%

Note: An interview may be conducted to clarify details.

Alumni

The program offers more than just academic knowledge; it provides entry into a dynamic professional community. Our graduates currently hold key management positions in major logistics companies, industries, and organizations, both in Greece and abroad. Maintaining strong ties between our alumni and the Department of Mechanical Engineering is a top priority for us.

To foster professional networking and provide immediate updates on career opportunities, we have established the official alumni group on LinkedIn: UTH MSc in Supply Chain Management & Logistics Alumni.

This group aims to build a strong professional bridge among our graduates, serving as a hub for:

  • Networking: Reconnecting with former classmates and meeting new colleagues.
  • Knowledge Sharing: Discussing trends in global logistics and manufacturing.
  • Opportunities: Sharing job openings and collaboration proposals.
  • Support: Seeking advice from a community that shares your background.
Join the Alumni LinkedIn Group

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Announcements

Featured Seminars

  • Dr. M. Deligiannis, Postdoctoral Researcher, Department of Economics and Finance, Luiss Guido Carli University, Rome, “Dynamic Wholesale Pricing under Censored-Demand Learning”.
  • Dr. I. Stamatopoulos, Associate Professor, Department of Information, Risk, and Operations Management, McCombs School of Business, The University of Texas at Austin, “Organic waste bans have failed to divert waste from United States landfills—except in Massachusetts”.
  • Dr. V. Apidopoulos, Post-Doctoral Researcher, Laboratory for Computational and Statistical Learning (LCSL), MaLGa Research Center, Università di Genova, “Iterative regularization for classification via hinge loss dual diagonal descent”.
  • Dr. P. Pardalos, Distinguished Emeritus Professor, Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering, University of Florida, “Computational Approaches for Solving Systems of Nonlinear Equations”.
  • Dr. A. Maravas, Head of Electromechanical Installations, Thessaloniki Metro, ATTIKO METRO S.A., “The contribution of transport infrastructure to the development of logistics”.
  • A. Papantonopoulos, Commercial Director, Supply Chain Management, Mantis Hellas, “How the world’s e-commerce leader overcomes peak seasons”.
  • K. Chaniotis, CEO, Telenavis.com, President, Hellenic Institute of Logistics Management, “Software Trends and Products in Fleet Management and Routing in Freight Transport and Logistics Companies”.
  • V. Perdikomatis, Plant Manager Greece, V. Gougoustamos, Talent Acquisition and Employer Branding Manager Greece & Cyprus, E. Georgakopoulou, Talent Acquisition Coordinator Greece PepsiCo Hellas, “Creating a World-Class Supply Chain at PepsiCo”.
  • S. Tsiliagiannis, New Business & Operations Director, Efiga Investment, “Supply Chain Operations – Challenges and Opportunities”.

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