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MScRestricted admission
Master
Duration
4 semesters
Language
English
EURTuition
1,500+ EUR/sem
Intake
Anytime
About Production and Operations Management (POM)
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)
How to apply
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Admission eligibility
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
Minimum ECTS credits
180
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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
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.
Standard documents (most universities also require)
- Completed online application form
- Bachelor's degree certificate (original + certified translation)
- Bachelor's degree transcript (original + certified translation)
- English language certificate (IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent)
- German language certificate (if required by the programme)
- Statement of Purpose / Letter of Motivation
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Letters of Recommendation (LOR)
- Passport copy
- APS certificate (required for India, China, Vietnam, Pakistan applicants)
This programme applies directly or via uni-assist. Submit your documents through the correct channel before the deadline.
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Step-by-step guide to applying for Production and Operations Management (POM) at Hector School
Application procedure
Portal link : https://hectorschool.applicationportal.org/home.html
Procedure link : https://www.hectorschool.kit.edu/admissions_msc.php
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.
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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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Tuition
1,500+ EUR
per semester
Semester contribution
150 EUR
per semester
Application fee
0 EUR
one-time
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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