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M.Sc. Production and Operations Management (POM)

Hector School Karlsruhe

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  • Over 1,500 EUR/sem
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  • 4 semesters
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  • 1 Jun
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About the programme

Hector School offers a comprehensive program in Production and Operations Management (POM) that equips students with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in the field. The course covers a wide range of topics, including supply chain management, quality control, and process optimization. Students have the opportunity to learn from industry experts and gain practical experience through hands-on projects and internships. The program also emphasizes the use of cutting-edge technology and data analysis to improve production processes and drive efficiency. Upon completion, graduates are well-prepared to pursue careers in manufacturing, logistics, and consulting, among other fields.

Fields of study

Supply Chain & Logistics(Business & Economics)
Computer Science(Computer Science & IT)
Business & Management(Business & Economics)
Industrial Engineering(Engineering)
Mechanical Engineering(Engineering)

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Requirements

What you need to apply for Production and Operations Management (POM) at Hector School

English language

IELTS Overall
6.5/ 9.0
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English language proficiency is required, e.g. English as mother tongue or test certificate (e.g. TOEFL score of at least 570 PBT; 230 CBT; 90 iBT or IELTs at least 6,5 points) or appropriate proof of C1 level.

Academic requirements

Completed Bachelor's degree
Required
Minimum ECTS credits
180

ECTS are study credits. One year of full-time study is about 60 ECTS.

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First academic degree: Bachelor, Master, Diploma, etc. (University, University of Applied Sciences, Cooperative State University) in a relevant subject, such as Engineering, Natural Sciences, Information Science or Economics. In exceptional cases other degrees may be accepted.

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A minimum of 1 - 2 years of professional experience in the specific field of the Master Program (depending on the first degree´s level); HECTOR Schools recommendation: > 3 years

References are needed as evidence

APS verification

APS certificate
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APS checks your degree papers. You need it if your degree is from India, China or Vietnam.

Prerequisites

University Qualification

First academic degree: Bachelor, Master, Diploma, etc. (University, University of Applied Sciences, Cooperative State University) in a relevant subject, such as Engineering, Natural Sciences, Information Science or Economics. In exceptional cases other degrees may be accepted.

Professional Experience

A minimum of 1 - 2 years of professional experience in the specific field of the Master Program (depending on the first degree´s level); HECTOR Schools recommendation: > 3 years

References are needed as evidence

English Qualification

English language proficiency is required, e.g. English as mother tongue or test certificate (e.g. TOEFL score of at least 570 PBT; 230 CBT; 90 iBT or IELTs at least 6,5 points) or appropriate proof of C1 level.

Proof of Background Knowledge

Fundamental understanding of advanced mathematics or stochastic, along with foundational knowledge in one of these specified areas:

  • Production engineering
  • Automation engineering
  • Extraction technology
  • Logistics or manufacturing engineering

Documents checklist

What to prepare for your application to Production and Operations Management (POM)

Programme-specific documents

Curriculum vitae (file format: .pdf)

Certificates (e.g. Bachelor certificate, transcript of records, diploma supplement) (file format: .pdf)

Passport photograph (file format: .jpg)

Job reference as proof of relevant professional experience (e.g. an official letter from a former employer stating your position and how long you have been working there; signed by CEO or HR manager)

Optionally, letter of motivation (file format: .pdf)

Letter of Recommendation containing an assessment of your previously acquired competencies and their application to potential future management tasks (e.g. from a former employer or professor, or other close contact)

English language proficiency test certificate

(if English is not your mother tongue nor has it been the language of instruction for the last five years), if already available (file format: .pdf)

Optionally, other documents proving your qualification

Declaration of financial support. Please download the file Financial Support.pdf and have a filled out and signed version ready for upload.

This programme applies directly to the university. Submit your documents through the correct channel before the deadline.

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How to apply

Step-by-step guide to applying for Production and Operations Management (POM) at Hector School

Application procedure

Selection process

1. Review of your application by the admissions office

Upon receipt of your application, a confirmation will be sent. Your documents will then be reviewed by the admissions office and if approved, you will receive suggestions regarding the day and time of the interview.

2. Interview with a program director

One of the directors of the master program you applied for will interview you for 30 minutes at the HECTOR School or via the phone. After a positive evaluation, another 30-minute interview will take place at the HECTOR School or over the phone, in which the managing director of the HECTOR School will ask you for your motivation and possible further development.

3. Admission

Based on your application documents and the HECTOR School interviews, and in accordance with the admissions regulations, the admissions committee will decide on an internal ranking of the applicants. Immediately after the meeting of the admissions committee, you will receive a status report confirming your successful application.

Altogether, the process from receiving your application until the final decision of admission is completed within 6 weeks.

Application quick facts

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APS

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Application fee

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Address

HECTOR School of Engineering & Management

Technology Business School of the KIT

Schlossplatz 19

76131 Karlsruhe | Germany

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Costs

Tuition

Over 1,500 EUR

per semester

Semester contribution

150 EUR

per semester

Application fee

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per application

Estimated year-1 total cost

15,204 – 24,204 EUR

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This programme has restricted admission (NC). Admission is competitive and based on academic performance.

Additional fee information

30,000.00 €

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