In today's fast-moving business environment, supply chain and logistics management have become extremely important for organizations across industries. From manufacturing and retail to e-commerce and healthcare, businesses depend on efficient supply chain systems to ensure smooth operations, timely delivery, and customer satisfaction. This growing demand has also increased the importance of specialized management education such as an MBA in logistics and supply chain management.
The objective of the program is to help students develop a strong understanding of supply chain operations, transportation systems, logistics planning, inventory management, and business coordination. Through a combination of academic learning and practical exposure, students are introduced to both foundational and advanced concepts related to supply chain and logistics management.
An MBA in logistics and supply chain management helps students understand how goods, services, and information move from suppliers to consumers in an efficient and organized manner. The program focuses on building analytical thinking, operational understanding, and decision-making skills that are essential in today's highly connected business ecosystem.
The curriculum is designed to provide students with knowledge in various important areas such as:
These areas play a major role in ensuring that businesses can function smoothly and meet changing customer expectations.
One of the major strengths of the program is its focus on practical learning and industry relevance. Students are introduced to different methodologies, tools, and software applications that are commonly used in modern logistics and supply chain operations.
Through an MBA in logistics and supply chain management, students gain exposure to:
This practical approach helps students understand how supply chain systems function in actual business environments.
Today's supply chains are becoming more complex because of global business operations, changing market demands, and technological advancements. Organizations now require professionals who can build supply chain systems that are:
The program focuses on preparing students to understand and manage these evolving business requirements effectively.
An important objective of an MBA in logistics and supply chain management is to help students improve their problem-solving and strategic thinking abilities. Supply chain professionals are often required to handle operational challenges, coordinate across departments, manage time-sensitive deliveries, and improve process efficiency.
To support this, students are encouraged to develop:
These professional skills help students become more confident and industry-ready.
The teaching approach combines theoretical understanding with practical application. Classroom learning is supported through:
This learning environment allows students to connect management theories with practical supply chain operations and logistics challenges.
As industries continue to grow and digital transformation becomes more important, businesses are increasingly investing in efficient supply chain systems. This has created strong demand for professionals with specialized logistics and supply chain management knowledge. Pursuing an MBA in logistics and supply chain management can help students explore opportunities across sectors such as:
The program also encourages students to understand the importance of flexibility and innovation in modern supply chain systems. Businesses today require professionals who can quickly respond to market changes, customer needs, and operational disruptions while maintaining efficiency and business continuity.
Overall, the objective of the program is to create skilled management professionals who can understand, analyze, design, and manage modern supply chain systems effectively. Through industry-oriented learning, practical exposure, and academic guidance, an MBA in logistics and supply chain management helps students build a strong foundation for professional growth in one of the fastest-growing areas of business management.
The minimum qualification for admission to the Course is a Bachelor's Degree or its equivalent in Science / Commerce / Arts / Business Administration or Bachelor's Degree in Engineering / Technology / Law with 50% marks or its equivalent from any University recognized by the University of Calcutta.
The applicants for the admission to the MBA-PS Course with specialization in Transport and Logistics Management are required to take MAT / CAT / CMAT / JEMAT / GATE / GMAT. The candidates short listed on the basis of cut-off-marks in the above selection tests would be required to appear for a Group Discussion and selection of candidates will be strictly on the basis of merit.
Total Rs. 515000/- only, payable over a span of 2 years.
(First Semester: Rs 1,58,750/-, Second Semester: Rs 118750/-, Third Semester: Rs 118750/-, Fourth Semester: Rs 118750/-) security deposit (Rs 5000/-) and Library deposit (Rs 5000/-) refundable. Bank Educational Loan and West Bengal Government Student Credit Card facilities are available.
The programme offers placement opportunities across a wide range of sectors within logistics and supply chain management, including manufacturing, FMCG, third-party logistics (3PL), retail, e-commerce, and other allied industries. Students are recruited for diverse functional roles such as supply chain operations, warehouse management, procurement, transportation planning, inventory management, logistics coordination, demand & supply planning, order management and business analytics.
The programme has demonstrated a strong placement record, with average compensation packages ranging from ₹6.50 lakh per annum to ₹7.52 lakh per annum. The highest package offered reached ₹20 lakh per annum in 2026. In addition to domestic career opportunities, the programme also facilitates international placements on a periodic basis.
Major recruiters include Hindalco, Britannia, Ultratech Cement, Pernod Ricard India, Century Ply, Emami, Flipkart, Himadri Chemicals, TCI, Myntra, Transworld, to name a few.
Dr. Rudrangsu Biswas
Co-ordinator for Transportation & Logistics Management, IISWBM
Email: rudrangsu@iiswbm.edu
