| Master’s in Transport Management & Logistics |
Duration4 semesters
ScheduleMorning classes & Evening classes
Credits120
Scientific CoordinationProf. Doctor Amílcar Gonçalves
Prof. Eng. Carlos Paz
Prof. Paulo Pereira
Executive CoordinationProf. Dr. Jorge Romero Monteiro
IntroductionThe principal objectives in taking a Master’s in Transport Management & Logistics are, on the one hand, to obtain an education that is up-to-date and advanced in the scientific areas of Transport Management and Logistics and, on the other hand, to stimulate research in this scientific area which is critical to future of the Portuguese economy and for the sustainability of the business that operate them.
Portugal will continue to take advantage of the inherent opportunities in the geographic positioning of the country as well as its International relationships built on the privileged Luso-connections. This focus is related to the need to provide the country with top executives capable of identifying opportunities, enhancing strengths and evaluating future ventures for companies and the economy in general.
ObjectivesA Master’s in Transport Management & Logistics, in professional terms, ensures the acquisition of competencies such as:
• Components and functioning of the distribution chain
• Distribution structure and the associated principal processes in this business
• The role of Logistics in an Organisation in the context of International competitiveness
• Specific characteristics of each mode of transportation
• Distribution costs and its impact on business revenues
• Business models associated to logistics and their modifications in an age of advanced technology.
AccessGraduates of Management/Business, Economy, Engineering and other recognised courses which would allow students to obtain competencies in the area of transport and logistics.
Experienced professionals who want to up-date and improve their knowledge, in a national and international context, in the area of transports and logistics perspective.
Recognition & Restructured CurriculumThe Curricular structure and Plan of Studies (Syllabus) of the Master Degree in Transport & Logistics Management was recognised under notification No. 11042/2011, published in the Diário da República, the official gazette, 2nd Series, No. 96, dated 18 May 2011.
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