Master of Advanced Studies in Humanitarian Logistics and Management - MASHLM

Master

In Lugano (Switzerland)

£ 18,387.36 VAT inc.

*Indicative price

Original amount in CHF:

CHF 21,000

Description

  • Type

    Master

  • Location

    Lugano (Switzerland)

  • Duration

    12 Months

  • Credits

    60

The Master of Advanced Studies in Humanitarian Logistics and Management is a part-time executive program for humanitrian professionals.
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Facilities

Location

Start date

Lugano (Switzerland)
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Via Buffi 13, 6904

Start date

On request

About this course

MASHLM provides key training in the core areas of humanitarian action, project and process management, supply chain management, and strategic planning.

MASHLM students work in diverse fields within a humanitarian context including logistics, procurement, HR, WASH, ICT, child protection, and transportation. They bring a wealth of knowledge from the field into the classroom, enriching lessons and ensuring project work is highly relevant.

MASHLM welcomes applications from individuals with:

- at least three years of relevant work experience;
- a Bachelor degree or an equivalent professional diploma awarded by a recognized institution.

Students are awarded a Master’s Degree equivalent to 60 ECTs and a Lean Six Sigma Green Belt from the Università della Svizzera italiana.

Work & Study: The part time format allows students to work full time while earning their degree.

Relevance: Learning is based on real-world humanitarian challenges. Students take the tools and methodologies learned in class and immediately apply them in the field.

Application forms and instructions can be found at:
http://www.mashlm.usi.ch/application

After receiving and reviewing your application, we will set-up an admission phone/skype interview

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Subjects

  • Logistics
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Project Management
  • Strategic Planning
  • Process management
  • Lean Six Sigma
  • Humanitarian aid management
  • Scenario Planning
  • Disaster Risk Reduction
  • System Dynamics

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MASHLM Faculty Professors Bio and course

MASHLM Faculty Professors Bio and course

www.mashlm.usi.ch/faculty

Course programme

MODULES:

Course work is organized into 5 main areas of study: supply chain management, humanitarian action, strategic management, process and project management, and research methods.

COURSES:

MASHLM courses are interactive. Lectures are complemented by games, simulations, case studies, and group work. Students actively contribute to classroom discussions, adding their practical know-how to academic theory.

EXAMS:

Each one-week block is followed by final exams and assignments which students work on in their own time and deliver via the internet. Exams are administered online using the icorsi e-learning platform.

PROJECTS:

Between the study blocks in Lugano, students will work individually or in small groups on projects designed to allow participants to put into practice what they have learned in class.

THESIS:

The culmination of the program is the delivery of a master's thesis. The thesis typically consists of an in-depth analysis of a humanitarian challenge: evaluating current policies and existing shortcomings, proposing different approaches, exploring alternatives, assessing consequences, and discussing results.

Recent thesis topics include:

  • Supply Chain Optimization of the Distribution of Mosquito Nets
  • Improving Non Food Items Management and Accountability
  • Participatory Games as a Possible Road to Safety
  • A Systems Dynamics Approach to Evidence-Based Policy Design for HIV/AIDS Response Programs

Additional information

Applications are evaluated on a rolling basis until all places are filled. Students requiring a visa for Switzerland are strongly urged to apply as early as possible. The visa process can take up to 3 months. Forms and information can be found at: http://www.mashlm.usi.ch/application

Master of Advanced Studies in Humanitarian Logistics and Management - MASHLM

£ 18,387.36 VAT inc.

*Indicative price

Original amount in CHF:

CHF 21,000