MSc in Humanitarian Logistics and Crisis Management
Overview
The M.Sc. in Humanitarian Logistics and Crisis Management is an interinstitutional postgraduate degree programme, which is being offered by the Department of Balkan, Slavic and Oriental Studies of the University of Macedonia and the Department of Science and Technology of the University Center of International Programmes of Studies of the International Hellenic University.
The M.Sc. in Humanitarian Logistics and Crisis Management starts in February 2025.
The postgraduate degree programme combines humanitarian logistics with crisis management, providing high quality theoretical and technological knowledge, as well as analytical and technological tools, to cover the need for professionals in the above scientific fields of government agencies including civil protection, national and international organizations, military, police, coast guard, fire department, NGOs, local authorities, private sector companies, as well as academia.
The recent and ongoing crises in Greece and globally such as the COVID-19 pandemic, refugee crisis, climate related disasters, global financial crisis, as well as the more recent energy crisis, have shown their interconnectedness and the need for an effective management of the phenomena in all stages, such as preparedness, response and recovery, with the contribution of all stakeholders, for the development, disaster risk reduction and resilience building at a local community, national and international level. Importantly, they have led to an even more demanding need for education focused on the provision of technological and theoretical knowledge and development of suitable competencies and skills to obtain integrated knowledge in humanitarian logistics and crisis management.
The M.Sc. in Humanitarian Logistics and Crisis Management provides interdisciplinary education that combines technological, theoretical and managerial knowledge, as well as technological and analytical tools in humanitarian logistics and crisis management. Graduates obtain the necessary knowledge and skills, in the scientific fields of humanitarian logistics, crisis management, emergency management and business continuity for a successful academic and professional career.
Aims
The basic aims of the M.Sc. in Humanitarian Logistics and Crisis Management include:
- to provide interdisciplinary education in the scientific fields of humanitarian logistics, crisis management, emergency management and business continuity, leading to the development of the corresponding competencies.
- to provide the technological, institutional, humanitarian and managerial knowledge for a successful professional career in national and international organizations, government agencies, military, NGOs, local authorities and private sector companies (among others) in humanitarian logistics, crisis management, emergency management and business continuity.
- to provide technological and practical tools needed for humanitarian logistics and for the efficient management of humanitarian crises and emergencies.
- to provide theoretical knowledge and analytical tools on issues of cultural difference, social relations, policy and institutions for the development of best practices in crisis management and refugee flows, at an operational as well as strategic level.
- to contribute to the understanding of challenges that relate to policy and international development issues.
The M.Sc. in Humanitarian Logistics and Crisis Management is taught exclusively in English.
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Start date: February 2025
Campus: International Hellenic University, Thermi campus, and University of Macedonia
Duration/Mode: 18 months full-time, 36 months part-time / available also in distance learning mode
Taught language: English
Entry requirements: An undergraduate degree from an accredited University
Language requirements:English language knowledge documented with a relevant certificate, corresponding at least to the State Certificate of Language Learning Level B2 or other certificate proving good knowledge of English. Holders of an undergraduate or postgraduate degree at a Foreign University in English are exempt from this obligation.
Fees: 3,200€
How to apply: Admission information
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Who can apply
To be considered for the programme, candidates are required to have:
- an undergraduate degree from a recognized University. Holders of non Greek University degrees must have their degrees recognized by the Greek authorities (Hellenic National Academic Recognition Information Center “DOATAP”). Please visit the DOATAP website for detailed information.
- English language knowledge documented with a relevant certificate, corresponding at least to the State Certificate of Language Learning Level B2 or other certificate proving good knowledge of English. Holders of an undergraduate or postgraduate degree at a Foreign University in English are exempt from this obligation.
Course content
During the first term, all students are required to attend three mandatory core courses and a combination of two elective courses. During the second term, all students follow a further three required courses and a combination of two elective courses. Finally, during the third term, students can choose either to work exclusively to the Master’s dissertation or to work to the Master’s dissertation and attend the course Consulting Project.
First Semester
Core Courses
1st Term Elective Courses
Students choose two elective courses from the course list that follows:
Second Semester
Core Courses
2nd Term Elective Courses
Students choose two elective courses from the course list that follows:
Third Semester
Students can choose between two choices: either work exclusively on the Dissertation Thesis (or work on the Dissertation Thesis and attend the Consulting Project). Either choice sums up to 30 ECTS.
Choice 1:
- Dissertation Thesis (20 ECTS)
- Consulting Project (10 ECTS)
Or
Choice 2:
- Dissertation Thesis (30 ECTS)
Duration of studies
The duration of the full-time study programme in order to obtain the M.Sc. degree is three (3) academic semesters. For students who so wish, there is also the possibility, upon request, of attending the programme on a part–time basis. In this case, the duration of the M.Sc. will be six (6) academic semesters. Lectures mainly take place on weekday evenings.
The Academic Faculty
Other Research and Teaching Personnel
To be updated
Collaborating Instructors
To be updated
Fees & Financing
The programme fees for the M.Sc. in Humanitarian Logistics and Crisis Management is 3,200€. The amount is payable in four instalments.
Deposits
Scholarships
The postgraduate degree programme offers a number of scholarships, covering a significant proportion of the fees. These scholarships are competitive. Award criteria include the quality of the first degree, the undergraduate grades of the candidate, his/her command of the English language and overall profile. Candidates for scholarships should include a separate letter with their application documents in which they request to be considered for a scholarship, stating the reasons why they think they qualify.
More information will be announced.
Programme announcement – Admissions
Call for applications 2024-2025 will be announced in August 29, 2024.
Call for expression of interest is now open.
The M.Sc. in Humanitarian Logistics and Crisis Management for the academic year 2024-2025 starts in February 2025.
Interested candidates are invited to submit their expression of interest by:
- filling in the application for expression of interest, and
- submitting the following documentation:
- Copy of degrees (University degree, other postgraduate degree, etc.). Students that hold an undergraduate degree from a foreign (i.e. other than Greek) university which has not been recognized by the “Hellenic National Recognition and Information Center” (D.O.A.T.A.P. in Greek) will not be eligible to be awarded a postgraduatedegree.
- Copy of the transcript of grades all years of undergraduate as well as any postgraduate studies.
- English language knowledge documented with a relevant certificate, corresponding at least to the State Certificate of Language Learning Level B2 or other certificate proving good knowledge of English. Holders of an undergraduate or postgraduate degree at a Foreign University in English are exempt from this obligation.
- At least two (2) recommendation letters. Letters must be signed by faculty members of the candidate’s university or by academics from other educational institutions that are familiar with the candidate’s academic background. In case of candidates with significant professional experience, they can also submit letters from people in their professional field.
- A detailed curriculum vitae.
- Any other information that, in the opinion of the candidates, would contribute to their more complete evaluation, such as certificates of participation in summer schools, conferences, student exchange programs, IKY scholarships. or other recognized institutions, prizes in competitions, presentations of papers in scientific conferences, proof of participation in research projects, scientific publications, certificates of professional experience, etc.
- A copy of ID or passport.
- A recent passport size photograph
Submission of expression of interest is completed by sending the above requested information to the email: infohlcm@ihu.edu.gr.
Applicants are advised to include in the subject only the following: FULL NAME AND “EXPRESSION OF INTEREST 2024-2025”.
All expressions will be kept strictly confidential.
Further information is available on the Master’s programme website: https://www.ihu.gr/ucips/postgraduate-programmes/hlcm
Career
The M.Sc. in Humanitarian Logistics and Crisis Management is an interinstitutional, interdisciplinary postgraduate degree programme that provides high quality theoretical and technological knowledge, as well as analytical and technological tools, to cover the need for professionals in the scientific fields of humanitarian logistics, crisis management, emergency management and business continuity.
Graduates can pursue a successful career in government agencies including civil protection, national and international organizations, military, police, coast guard, fire department, NGOs, diplomatic services, local authorities, private sector companies, as well as academia.
In addition to technical skills gained through study, our students benefit from the excellent Careers Office in order to attain essential soft skills (e.g. communication skills, interview preparation, CV writing etc.) to better prepare for the job market.
Location
The M.Sc. in Humanitarian Logistics and Crisis Management takes place in the facilities of the Department of Science & Technology of the University Center of International Programmes of Studies of the International Hellenic University in Thermi-Thessaloniki, as well as in the facilities of the Department of Balkan, Slavic and Oriental Studies of the University of Macedonia.
It is possible to attend with traditional face-to-face teaching, distance learning or in a combination.
International Hellenic University in Thermi
University of Macedonia
Contact
For more information about the programme, please contact Professor Maria Drakaki (email:mdrakaki@ihu.gr) and the Programme Manager, School of Science & Technology (Tel: +30 2310 807 531, Email: infohlcm@ihu.edu.gr).
Postal address: School of Science & Technology Department of School of Science & Technology University Center of International Programmes of Studies 14th km Thessaloniki – Nea Moudania 570 01 Thermi, Thessaloniki, Greece Tel: +30 2310 807 531, Email: infohlcm@ihu.edu.gr.