Master - full-time

Supply Chain Management

Study Supply Chain Management in Groningen and learn to analyze supply chain processes, coordinate networks of organizations, and lead in the sustainability transition.

How do companies make their supply chains more responsive to customer needs? How can managers use real-time data and digital tools to support decisions when disruptions threaten reliability and efficiency? And how can they improve performance while reducing environmental and social impact ?

The one-year MSc Supply Chain Management in Groningen prepares you to understand, design, and improve supply chains in a rapidly changing world. It combines academic depth with practical relevance, giving you the tools to make a real impact . You will explore ways to serve customers better, reduce costs, and effectively handle disruptions—while making supply chains more sustainable.

Tailor your study with a variety of elective courses that match your interests and career goals.
Specialize in topics such as Energy Transition and Climate Change , Future Prosperity and Sustainability or Healthy Society .
Put knowledge into practice with real-life case studies, working on the design and coordination of supply chains at multiple levels.

Facts & Figures

Degree: MSc in Supply Chain Management
Course type: Master
Duration: 12 months (60 EC)
Croho code: 60093
Language of instruction: English
Start: February, September
Faculty: Economics and Business

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Why study this programme in Groningen?

We tackle today's challenges and shape the future of supply chains.
You learn from industry experts in the field by joining guest lectures, visiting companies and career events and taking the master internship (optional).
Engage in case studies that reflect industry challenges, using real company data .
Learn from professors who provide essential knowledge on supply chains.
Many electives to shape your study path and become an expert in renewable energy, healthcare management, or sustainability. For example, you can participate in one of the ambitious projects to make the Northern Netherlands a green hydrogen energy hub .
Join our active student community, TeMa , with over 800 members. TeMa organizes social and career events to help you make lifelong friends and kick-start your career.
The programme has been internationally accredited by the AACSB and EQUIS, ensuring a high-quality education, which only 1% of universities reach worldwide.

Programme

You will start with the course SCM Fundamentals, covering the basic knowledge and skills to analyze supply chain performance and understand the crucial role of coordination. Later courses will take you deeper , teaching you how to diagnose supply chain issues, improve processes, and coordinate across networks of organizations in global supply chains.
Throughout the year, you will be able to take a wide variety of elective courses. Please see the course catalogue below for the full list.

Theory comes to life when you join guest speakers, work on case studies with practical data sets, and present your project results to managers.

	Semesters
CoursesCourse Catalog >	1a	1b	2a	2b
Facility Design and Planning (5 EC, optional) Option group A
SCM Fundamentals (5 EC)
Service Operations (5 EC, optional) Option group A
Supply Chain Processes (5 EC)
Electives(s) MSc SCM (10 EC) A few examples are: Sustainability: Strategies, Innovation & Change; Healthcare Purchasing and Supply Chains; Data-driven Business Processes; Sustainable Energy Supply; Business Research and Consulting; Energy Transition & Innovation; Challenges in Healthcare; Innovation & Entrepreneurship; Healthcare Operations (all 5 EC). The full list of electives can be found on Ocasys.
Purchasing (5 EC, optional) Option group A
Research Methods for SCM (5 EC)
Sustainable Transport and Logistics (5 EC, optional) Option group A
Global Supply Chain Man & Sustainability (5 EC, optional) Option group A
Supply Chain Analytics (5 EC, optional) Option group A
Supply Chain Coordination (5 EC)
Master's Thesis SCM (20 EC)
Inventory Management (5 EC, optional) Option group A
Sales and Operations Planning (5 EC, optional) Option group A

Programme options
Master Internship (specialization) Opportunity to gain work experience by doing an internship in the second semester of your study. You will be rewarded 15 ECTS on top of your programme. Your thesis will be postponed to the third semester. More information about this option
Energy Transition and Climate Change (specialization) Focus on the serious changes within the energy sector by dealing with issues such as how firms adapt to renewable energy, how the higher taxes are managed during this transition and how to deal with the weather dependent production of energy systems. Gain the knowledge and skills to shape a sustainable future in this evolving energy sector. More information about this option
Healthy Society (specialization) Focus on tackling problems that impact healthcare providers and their societal partners in their day-to-day work. Issues such as scarce human resources combined with a higher, more complex demand for care, and more demanding citizens require solutions, which you will think about and design. More information about this option
Double degree master Service and Supply Chain Management (specialization) Study Service and Supply Chain Management in Porto and Groningen to build a successful career in service-oriented companies. To participate in this programme, if you are a student from the University of Groningen, you can apply directly through us. All other students should first apply to Católica Porto Business School. After your 1st year in Porto, you can choose to complete the MSc Supply Chain Management in Groningen. You start by following the MSc Management (with a specialization in Service Management) at the Católica Porto Business School in your first year. You will learn about the service management and strategies critical for modern business operations. You take multidisciplinary courses such as Operational Excellence, Marketing in the Digital Age, Digital Services and Technologies, Project Management, and Business Analytics. In the 2nd year, you will advance your expertise in MSc Supply Chain Management at the University of Groningen, where you can specialize in the supply chain discipline or broaden your knowledge of societal challenges, such as the energy transition, sustainable supply chains, and a healthy society. You will learn to think critically and develop solutions that enhance productivity, reduce costs, and improve social and environmental outcomes in supply chains. You will graduate with two diplomas from highly ranked universities: MSc Management with a specialisation in Service Management from Católica Porto Business School (CPBS),MSc Supply Chain Management from the University of Groningen. More information about this option

Study abroad

Study abroad is optional

Entry requirements

Admission requirements

Specific requirements	More information
previous education	Below you will see a table with 'transfer options' for Dutch research universities that give access without additional requirements. Please check this for your Bachelor's degree. Some non-listed management-related or engineering-oriented degrees from research universities may also give access without additional requirements, depending on the courses you have followed. If you believe you may be admissible without additional requirements, please contact the programme coordinator for further clarification: Paul Buijs p.buijs rug.nl. In all other cases (including all degrees from universities of applied sciences) a Pre-Master's programme is required. We offer a 30 EC programme starting in September, allowing you to start the Master's programme in February. See https://www.rug.nl/feb/premaster. The information about entry requirements is an indication of your admissibility. Every application will be reviewed individually by the Admissions Board so the admission decision may differ from the indication in this table. To assess whether your educational/academic background meets the specific programme requirements, we will consider the level and curriculum of your previous studies. For more information, please visit: https://www.rug.nl/feb/apply-msc.

Specific requirements

More information

previous education

Below you will see a table with 'transfer options' for Dutch research universities that give access without additional requirements. Please check this for your Bachelor's degree.

Some non-listed management-related or engineering-oriented degrees from research universities may also give access without additional requirements, depending on the courses you have followed. If you believe you may be admissible without additional requirements, please contact the programme coordinator for further clarification: Paul Buijs p.buijs rug.nl. In all other cases (including all degrees from universities of applied sciences) a Pre-Master's programme is required. We offer a 30 EC programme starting in September, allowing you to start the Master's programme in February. See https://www.rug.nl/feb/premaster.

The information about entry requirements is an indication of your admissibility. Every application will be reviewed individually by the Admissions Board so the admission decision may differ from the indication in this table.

To assess whether your educational/academic background meets the specific programme requirements, we will consider the level and curriculum of your previous studies. For more information, please visit: https://www.rug.nl/feb/apply-msc.

Transfer options

Transferring from...

University of Groningen

Wageningen University

Delft University of Technology

Eindhoven University of Technology

University of Twente

Tilburg University

Leiden University

Maastricht University

University of Amsterdam

VU University Amsterdam

Radboud University Nijmegen

Erasmus University Rotterdam

Nyenrode New Business School

Utrecht University

Study programme	Organization	Transition
Business Administration	University of Groningen	No additional requirements
Industrial Engineering and Management	University of Groningen	No additional requirements
Economics and Business Economics	University of Groningen	No additional requirements
International Business	University of Groningen	No additional requirements
Econometrics and Operations Research	University of Groningen	No additional requirements

Study programme	Organization	Transition
Nutrition and Health	Wageningen University	No additional requirements
Economics and Governance	Wageningen University	No additional requirements
Management and Consumer Studies	Wageningen University	No additional requirements

Study programme	Organization	Transition
Industrial Design	Delft University of Technology	No additional requirements
Computer Science & Engineering	Delft University of Technology	No additional requirements
Systems Engineering, Policy Analysis & Management	Delft University of Technology	No additional requirements

Study programme	Organization	Transition
Industrial Engineering and Management	Eindhoven University of Technology	No additional requirements
Computer Science & Engineering	Eindhoven University of Technology	No additional requirements
Industrial Design	Eindhoven University of Technology	No additional requirements
Data Science (joint degree)	Eindhoven University of Technology	No additional requirements
Innovation Sciences	Eindhoven University of Technology	No additional requirements

Study programme	Organization	Transition
Industrial Engineering and Management	University of Twente	No additional requirements
Technical Computer Science	University of Twente	No additional requirements
International Business Administration	University of Twente	No additional requirements
Industrial Design Engineering	University of Twente	No additional requirements
Business Information Technology	University of Twente	No additional requirements
Management, Society and Technology	University of Twente	No additional requirements

Study programme	Organization	Transition
Entrepreneurship and Business Innovation	Tilburg University	No additional requirements
International Business Administration	Tilburg University	No additional requirements
Economics	Tilburg University	No additional requirements
Econometrics and Operations Research	Tilburg University	No additional requirements

Study programme	Organization	Transition
Computer Science	Leiden University	No additional requirements More information: For students following the profile Computer Science & Economics.
Public Administration Science	Leiden University	No additional requirements More information: For students following the profile Economics, Public Administration and Management.

Study programme	Organization	Transition
Business Analytics	Maastricht University	No additional requirements
International Business	Maastricht University	No additional requirements
Business Engineering	Maastricht University	No additional requirements
Economics and Business Economics	Maastricht University	No additional requirements
Econometrics and Operations Research	Maastricht University	No additional requirements

Study programme	Organization	Transition
Business Analytics	University of Amsterdam	No additional requirements
Business Administration	University of Amsterdam	No additional requirements
Actuarial Science	University of Amsterdam	No additional requirements
Economics and Business Economics	University of Amsterdam	No additional requirements
Econometrics and Data Science	University of Amsterdam	No additional requirements

Study programme	Organization	Transition
Business Analytics	VU University Amsterdam	No additional requirements
International Business Administration	VU University Amsterdam	No additional requirements
Business Administration	VU University Amsterdam	No additional requirements
Economics and Business Economics	VU University Amsterdam	No additional requirements
Econometrics and Operations Research	VU University Amsterdam	No additional requirements

Study programme	Organization	Transition
Business Administration	Radboud University Nijmegen	No additional requirements
Economics and Business Economics	Radboud University Nijmegen	No additional requirements

Study programme	Organization	Transition
International Business Administration	Erasmus University Rotterdam	No additional requirements
Economics and Business Economics	Erasmus University Rotterdam	No additional requirements
Econometrics and Operations Research	Erasmus University Rotterdam	No additional requirements
Business Administration	Erasmus University Rotterdam	No additional requirements

Study programme	Organization	Transition
Business Administration	Nyenrode New Business School	No additional requirements

Study programme	Organization	Transition
Economics and Business Economics	Utrecht University	No additional requirements

Registration procedure

Students with a Dutch diploma can apply directly to Studielink. More information on the steps to apply .

Application deadlines

Type of student	Deadline	Start course
Dutch students	15 October 2025	01 February 2026
	01 May 2026	01 September 2026
	15 October 2026	01 February 2027
EU/EEA students	15 October 2025	01 February 2026
	01 May 2026	01 September 2026
	15 October 2026	01 February 2027
non-EU/EEA students	15 October 2025	01 February 2026
	01 May 2026	01 September 2026
	15 October 2026	01 February 2027

Admission requirements

Specific requirements	More information
previous education	To be eligible for admission to this Master, you need to hold an academic Bachelor's or Master's degree from a research university in one of the following - or closely related - fields: Business Economics, Business Administration, Econometrics and Operations Research, Economics and Business Economics, International Business, Industrial Engineering, Technology Management. To assess whether your educational/academic background meets the specific programme requirements, we will consider the level and curriculum of your previous studies. For more information, please visit: https://www.rug.nl/feb/apply-msc. If you have any questions concerning admission to this programme, please contact our Admissions Office: https://www.rug.nl/admissions.
language test	IELTS Academic overall score 6.5 (Speaking 6, Writing 6.5); TOEFL internet-based overall score 90 (Speaking 20, Writing 24); Cambridge C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency (overall score 176, Speaking 169, Writing 176).
other admission requirements	Not meeting the pre-education requirements for direct entry? Please read more about our pre-Master programmes.

Registration procedure

Students have to apply via Studielink and the Progress Portal (replacing the previous system, Online Application System OAS) of the University of Groningen. After you apply for the programme of your choice, the Admissions Office will evaluate your educational background and assess your eligibility. Your application will be assessed on an individual basis. More information on how to apply.

Application deadlines

Type of student	Deadline	Start course
Dutch students	15 October 2025	01 February 2026
	01 May 2026	01 September 2026
	15 October 2026	01 February 2027
EU/EEA students	15 October 2025	01 February 2026
	01 May 2026	01 September 2026
	15 October 2026	01 February 2027
non-EU/EEA students	15 October 2025	01 February 2026
	01 May 2026	01 September 2026
	15 October 2026	01 February 2027

Tuition fees

Nationality	Year	Fee	Programme form
EU/EEA	2025-2026	€ 2601	full-time
non-EU/EEA	2025-2026	€ 21400	full-time

Practical information for:

Dutch students International students

After your studies

Job prospects

Our alumni excel in a variety of roles and industries , including production, retail and e-commerce, energy, and logistics. You could become:

Supply chain planner : efficiently link production and sourcing.
Logistics engineer : enhance transport, storage, and distribution processes.
Consultant : advising businesses on supply chain optimization, future technologies and strategic planning

Also, you can become an expert in renewable energy or a healthy society , which will kickstart your career in organizations committed to sustainable practices.

Job examples

Management trainee
Supply chain manager
Procurement manager
Logistics engineer
Continuous improvement specialist
Researcher
Business analyst
Strategy advisor

Want to know what current students and alumni say about the programme? Click here!

Research

In Groningen, research is deeply connected to business practice, economics, and society . Some key areas of research you might explore as a student are:

(e-commerce) logistics
transportation
healthcare and service supply chains
sustainable energy supply
supply chain finance
circular supply chains

Example projects can be seen at our research group Centre for Operational Excellence (COPE) . The research institute related to the MSc programme is Operations Management and Operations Research .

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For anyone with a passion for logistics, operations, supply chain, or business, this programme offers the ideal mix of professional and personal growth (Jonas Poorthuis)

After completing a dual study programme in Business Administration in Germany, I chose the MSc in Supply Chain Management at the University of Groningen for three main reasons: its high academic standards, practical relevance, and focus on modern, digital solutions. The programme stood out for its close connection with professors, an open-minded and international student community, and a vibrant city where everything is just a bike ride away.

The curriculum struck a perfect balance between theoretical and applied learning. I particularly enjoyed exploring qualitative research, such as studying decision-making frameworks for sustainable logistics, alongside math-intensive courses like Facility Design and Supply Chain Analytics. Solving real-world optimization problems in these modules was both challenging and rewarding, providing me with a strong foundation for tackling complex logistics issues in practice.

Beyond academics, the programme fostered a collaborative and welcoming environment. Professors and students were always approachable, whether for discussing course material, brainstorming new ideas, or seeking advice on career development. Through group projects and active participation in student associations and the programme committee, I developed invaluable skills in teamwork and communication - skills that will undoubtedly support me throughout my career. For anyone with a passion for logistics, operations, supply chain, or business, this programme offers the ideal mix of professional and personal growth.

I chose the MSc programme at FEB because of its broad scope, offering the flexibility to explore various fields (Ilona Roelfsema)

The supply chain focus especially attracted me, as many companies face significant challenges in efficiency and sustainability—areas where there is still much progress to be made. This potential for meaningful impact strongly resonated with me.

My favorite course was Sustainable Energy Supply. It offered valuable insights into one of the most critical global challenges and aligned perfectly with my career goal of contributing to sustainability. To deepen my expertise, I selected the energy focus area, which provided the opportunity to specialize in a field I am deeply passionate about.

I was very satisfied with the support from the lecturers. The combination of lectures and practicals was well-balanced. The practicals delved deeper into complex topics, such as calculations and Excel assignments, which made them very helpful. They also provided a great opportunity to collaborate in project groups and to ask real-time questions and address challenges directly with the lecturers.

Throughout the programme, I have developed strong critical thinking skills, especially through project work. While the feedback was sometimes extensive and demanding, it pushed me to analyze problems more thoroughly. The open culture within the programme created a positive learning environment, with engaged lecturers and a diverse, international student community enriching the experience.

The integration of theory with practical applications, such as company projects and case studies, has prepared me well for my future career. The diversity and collaborative atmosphere truly make this programme exceptional.

Related Master's programmes

Did you know you can study technology and operations management in Groningen? Find out more about our MSc Technology and Operations Management.

Study associations

TeMa

TeMa is the study association specialised in the masters Supply Chain Management and Technology and Operations Management. TeMa organizes social, study and career activities, like monthly socials, the TeMa Conference and the Inhouse Tour.

https://www.temagroningen.nl/home

Supply Chain Management

Why study this programme in Groningen?

Programme

Study abroad

Entry requirements

Admission requirements

Transfer options

Registration procedure

Application deadlines

Admission requirements

Registration procedure

Application deadlines

Tuition fees

After your studies

Job prospects

Job examples

Research

Contact

For anyone with a passion for logistics, operations, supply chain, or business, this programme offers the ideal mix of professional and personal growth (Jonas Poorthuis)

I chose the MSc programme at FEB because of its broad scope, offering the flexibility to explore various fields (Ilona Roelfsema)

Related Master's programmes

Study associations

TeMa

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