PROGRAMMASTER OF SCIENCE IN TRANSPORTATION AND LOGISTICS
Master of Science in Transportation and Logistics
Implementation of Off-campus Learning Mode
The Master of Science in Transportation and Logistics (MSc in TL) is a program offered by Malaysia University of Science and Technology (MUST). It provides opportunities for recent graduates and working professionals to seek job opportunities and career development in the rapidly growing and dynamic field, which is experiencing a shortage of professionals in both work and teaching roles.
Upon graduation, students can engage in work, research, and teaching across various sectors within businesses and universities that offer programs catering to train stations, air stations, airports, road freight, maritime transport, seaports, railways, and can function in both work and educational capacities within fields such as supply chain management, traffic control, highway operations, toll collection operations, communication systems, and passenger services.
Upon successful completion of the program, students will receive:
- Master of Science in Transportation and Logistics from the Malaysia University of Science and Technology; and
- Master of Science in Logistics and Supply Chain Management from the Swiss Information and Management Institute (Only awarded upon SIMI’s recognition of results from MUST).
Distinction
& Benefit
The program is implemented according to the Off-campus mode. Students are supplemented with an academic support system from SIMI Swiss.
2 independent Master’s degrees from MUST and SIMI Swiss (awarded upon joint recognition of results from MUST).
Financial aid compared to the original costs from Switzerland and Malaysia.
Students are engaged in networking activities to strengthen their professional and academic networks.
Comprehensively accredited programs at both institutional and programmatic level.
Live class with 100% foreign lecturers.
The academic, research support system helps students overcome challenges so they can focus solely on excelling in their studies.
Detail program
The program consists of 9 subjects and Master thesis:
9 subjects include:
- MTL501 Transportation Systems
- MTL510 Logistics Systems
- MTL513 Supply Chain Management and Design
- MTL3243 AI and Bussiness Analytics
- MTL505 Maritime Logistics
- MTL506 Transportation Policy and Strategy
- MTL1094 Sustainable Supply Chain
- MTL1114 Operations Management
- MTL504 Research Methods
Master thesis:
- MTL590 Research Project
Credits and competency framework:
According to the accreditation and recognition standards of MQA (Malaysia Qualification Agency), to complete the Master of Science in Transportation and Logistics from MUST:
- 9 subjects achieved 36 MQF Credits
- Master Thesis 8 MQF Credits
According to European Union standards, EQF competency framework and Bologna process to achieve Master of Science in Logistics and Supply Chain Management from SIMI Swiss:
- 9 subjects achieved 60 ECTS Credits
- Master Thesis 30 ECTS Credits
After graduation, students receive:
- Master of Science in Transportation and Logistics from Malaysia University of Sciences of Technology (MUST);
- Master of Science in Logistic and Supply Chain Management from the Swiss Information and Management Institute (Optional) – Only awarded upon SIMI’s recognition of results from MUST
In addition to the entry requirements, candidates applying to the program are also assessed for their suitability by the admissions committee before joining the program to ensure that they can acquire and benefit from the program.
Entry requirements:
To enroll this program, learners must possess one of the criteria below:
- A Bachelor’s qualification in Majors from accredited universities;
- Or a Level 6 EQF diploma or an equivalent qualification from organizations that are authorized to issue qualifications and have been accredited.
English requirements:
If a learner is not from a predominantly English-speaking country, proof of English language proficiency must be provided.
- Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) level B2 or equivalent;
- Or A minimum TOEFL score of 101 or IELTS 5.5; Reading and Writing must be at 5.5 or equivalent.
Please note:
- In case of not having an English proficiency certificate, the candidate can provide it within 6 months.
- SIMI and MUST reserve the right to make admissions decisions based on the requirements of recognized agencies and the global quotas of the program.
Off-campus Mode:
The program combines Live Classes with lecturers and local tutors (where applicable) for a hybrid learning experience.
- Offering interactive, real-time engagement with instructors.
- Local tutors provide additional guidance to help learners apply theoretical concepts to practical scenarios (please note that local tutors only apply where SIMI has a scientific partner).
- Ideal for busy professionals seeking flexibility with personalized support.
We understand that pursuing an accredited postgraduate program can be both exciting and challenging, especially for busy adult learners. To help you overcome these challenges, we’ve created the SIMI Swiss Supporting Systems, designed to guide you through any difficulties during your studies.
For a full overview of the support available, be sure to watch our informative videos, offering help at every stage of your academic journey.
The Malaysia University of Science and Technology (MUST) is a university established with the support of the world’s top-ranked university, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) USA, through a governmental agreement and cooperation. It has achieved the following accreditations:
- Accredited by the Accreditation Service for International Schools, Colleges and Universities (ASIC) at the highest level (Premier Institution);
- Recognition by Malaysia’s national examination body – MQA. See more HERE.
- The MSc in TL Program is recognized by Malaysia’s national examination body – MQA. See more HERE.
- Attainment of the highest standards (5 stars) according to QS Ranking for teaching quality and graduate employability;
- Recognition by the Chartered Manager Institute (CMI) United Kingdom;
- Membership recognition by EFMD;
- Recognition by ISCEA (International Supply Chain Education Alliance), the world’s first organization acknowledging experts in Logistics and Supply Chain Management.
SIMI is the first higher education institute in Zug, Switzerland, to achieve comprehensive international accreditations at both the organizational and program levels. The video below guides you through the step-by-step process of verifying and checking SIMI Swiss’s accreditations and recognitions.
After completing the requirements, students may attend the graduation ceremony at MUST in Asia, depending on the annual schedule of the universities.
- Students are enrolled as students of both SIMI Swiss and MUST. The London Academy of Sciences (LAS) and other recruitment and service partners serve solely as program consultants and academic support units.
- Students engage in the original program, with compatible standards and assessments between the two programs for the purpose of dual degree grant.
- The program is taught 100% in English.
- The degree awarded by SIMI Swiss falls under the category of degrees of private universities. SIMI is an independent university institute operating outside the purview of Switzerland’s public university education system and is not bound by the regulations outlined in the Federal Act of 30 September 2011 on the Funding and Coordination of the Higher Education Sector (HEdA), SR 414.11.
- The degree conferred by MUST University is from a private institution, and students do not receive government-sponsored financial support.
- This is not an affiliated program with any university. Students directly learn from instructors at MUST and SIMI Swiss
- LAS is a global academic consulting and support unit. LAS does not provide Master’s-level training, nor does it interfere with academic and administrative decisions of the program.
- Local activities solely encompass academic support. All support activities provided by partners are supplementary in nature and do not replace the instruction of international lecturers from MUST and SIMI Swiss. These activities do not compromise the program’s integrity or influence its educational outcomes. Furthermore, LAS does not possess the authority to implement actions within the jurisdiction of MUST and SIMI Swiss.
- Policies related to fee assistance and scholarships (if applicable) are subject to change or termination without prior notice.
- Malaysia University of Sciences and Technology (MUST); the Swiss Institute of Management and Innovation (SIMI Swiss), LAS, and their partners do not guarantee that enrollment will lead to graduation or degree attainment. SIMI Swiss and MUST will only confer degrees and acknowledge academic results if students fully satisfy and complete all academic requirements, financial regulations, study discipline, and other stipulations.
- In case of violations, unauthorized absences, voluntary discontinuation of the program, breach of regulations including financial obligations, SIMI Swiss, MUST, LAS, and their partners reserve the right to refuse admission, withhold support, revoke student status, and will not refund any fees or tuition.
- MUST, SIMI Swiss, LAS, and their partners do not guarantee that third parties will accept the conferred degrees. The decision to accept or reject depends on the subjective judgment of the receiving institution, following regulations of each country, government, locality, and entity.
- MUST, SIMI Swiss, LAS, and their partners do not guarantee that post-graduation, students will receive salary increases, promotions, career advancements, new job opportunities, or new employment positions.
- Although there might be provisions for mutual recognition or equivalency of qualifications, each country, organization, and entity has the right to recognize qualifications based on their own criteria. MUST, SIMI Swiss, LAS, and their partners do not ensure automatic recognition of degrees, certificates, diplomas, transcripts, and other records issued by SIMI Swiss, MUST, LAS, and their partner institutions. Similarly, they do not guarantee or support the process of obtaining equivalent degree recognition (if any).
- MUST, SIMI Swiss, LAS, and their partners do not guarantee nor commit to opportunities for settlement, overseas employment, work permits, teaching licenses, expert permits in France, Europe, or any other country.
- While MUST, SIMI Swiss, LAS, and their partners provide extensive support, they do not assure a 100% success rate for student visa attainment (in the case of full-time study abroad) or European visas (for participating in graduation ceremonies in Switzerland and/or Europe) if the student does not meet the requirements set by the host country and its authorized agencies in issuing and approving entry, mobility, and residency rights.
Support
- Transport assistance
- Networking activities
- Participation in the Colloquium
- Assistance with booking hotels
- Research Suppervisor
Academic Support
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ISCEA Certified Sustainable Supply Chain Professional (CSSCP)
The program is accredited by ISCEA (International Supply Chain Education Alliance) Switzerland (See more HERE), and upon graduation, learners will have the knowledge required to take the exam for the Certified Sustainable Supply Chain Professional (CSSCP) certification from ISCEA (see more HERE).
About ISCEA Certified Sustainable Supply Chain Professional (CSSCP):
- CSSCP is the first and most advanced professional certification in supply chain management awarded by ISCEA.
- The ISCEA Certified Sustainable Supply Chain Professional (CSSCP) certification is implemented by many top universities (See more about the ISCEA CSSCP program at the University of Cambridge HERE).
- See the tuition fees for the ISCEA CSSCP program HERE.
About ISCEA Switzerland:
ISCEA Switzerland is owned by SIMI Swiss in collaboration with ISCEA USA.
- Malaysia University of Sciences and Technology (MUST); the Swiss Institute of Management and Innovation (SIMI Swiss), LAS, and their partners do not guarantee that enrollment will lead to graduation or degree attainment. SIMI Swiss and MUST will only confer degrees and acknowledge academic results if students fully satisfy and complete all academic requirements, financial regulations, study discipline, and other stipulations.
- In case of violations, unauthorized absences, voluntary discontinuation of the program, breach of regulations including financial obligations, SIMI Swiss, MUST, LAS, and their partners reserve the right to refuse admission, withhold support, revoke student status, and will not refund any fees or tuition.
- MUST, SIMI Swiss, LAS, and their partners do not guarantee that third parties will accept the conferred degrees. The decision to accept or reject depends on the subjective judgment of the receiving institution, following regulations of each country, government, locality, and entity.
- MUST, SIMI Swiss, LAS, and their partners do not guarantee that post-graduation, students will receive salary increases, promotions, career advancements, new job opportunities, or new employment positions.
- Although there might be provisions for mutual recognition or equivalency of qualifications, each country, organization, and entity has the right to recognize qualifications based on their own criteria. MUST, SIMI Swiss, LAS, and their partners do not ensure automatic recognition of degrees, certificates, diplomas, transcripts, and other records issued by SIMI Swiss, MUST, LAS, and their partner institutions. Similarly, they do not guarantee or support the process of obtaining equivalent degree recognition (if any).
- MUST, SIMI Swiss, LAS, and their partners do not guarantee nor commit to opportunities for settlement, overseas employment, work permits, teaching licenses, expert permits in France, Europe, or any other country.
- While MUST, SIMI Swiss, LAS, and their partners provide extensive support, they do not assure a 100% success rate for student visa attainment (in the case of full-time study abroad) or European visas (for participating in graduation ceremonies in Switzerland and/or Europe) if the student does not meet the requirements set by the host country and its authorized agencies in issuing and approving entry, mobility, and residency rights.