Ei dgenössi sche Techni sche Hochschul e Zür i ch
Swi s s Fe de r al I ns t i t ut e of Te c hnol ogy Zur i c h
Mastering
Business Operations
in the Global Economy
Executive MBA of the ETH Zurich
A Unique MBA Program
Our Executive MBA program is focused on
supply chain management.
We educate our students in the areas of gen-
eral management and leadership with a truly global
perspective - always in close contact with reality.
Additionally, we provide in-depth studies in a
subject of special interest: international supply
chain management.
We are committed to o?ering leading-edge
knowledge in all areas of management. Te ETH,
with its long history in university education
and with its outstanding reputation, guarantees
academic excellence.
But academic excellence is not our only
objective. We want to go further and enable
our students to master practical tools, to build
social relationships and to enrich their leadership
personalities. Teoretical knowledge, method-
ology, social skills and personal enhancement
constitute the four pillars of our program.
While the ETH is responsible for academic
quality, our industry partners, forming the
FORUM-SCM, make sure that the curriculum
covers all subjects relevant for practical success.
Tey also open their doors for behind-the-scene
company visits and real-life case studies.
Our MBA program was launch-
ed in 2003. Since then, it has
evolved without changing its basic
orientation.
We want our students to be-
come e?ective business leaders in
today’s world. Tey must be able
to act wisely and forcefully in the
global arena. Te ?eld studies in
Russia, the USA and Asia serve this
purpose. Desk studies cannot
replace the experience of visiting
these countries and discussing
business issues with managers on
the spot. Facts and ?gures must
be supplemented by a deeper under-
standing and empathy.
Our MBA program bears the
«Executive» label because it is
designed for senior managers and
experienced professionals. Power-
ful social networks are formed
where intensive interaction rein-
forces the learning process and
broadens its scope.
With approximately 25 stu-
dents, our classes are kept small
to better meet individual needs
and wishes and to maximize the
teaching impact. A high degree
of diversity regarding nationality,
gender, age, profession and industry
sector also contributes to an inspir-
ing classroom atmosphere.
Our MBA
program is
organized for
part-time
study, allow-
ing students
to continue
working
in their
jobs. Te
program by itself puts high
demands on our students, and with
the concurrent job requirements it
may sometimes stretch individual
limits. However, as our alumni will
certainly testify, the challenge
can be accepted, managed and even
enjoyed.
2
«
»
Prof. Dr. Stephan M. Wagner
Academic Director
Chair of Logistics Management
Department of Management, Technology,
and Economics, ETH Zurich
International Scope
3
Te geographic scope of most
companies has increased to be-
come more and more global. For
a modern business leader it is
therefore vital to understand the
global business environment
with its relevant current conditions
and future trends.
Our Executive MBA program
provides a truly international
perspective. Te class comprises
students from many parts of
the world. Global economic de-
velopments are analyzed. Key
countries are studied and visited.
Case studies are carried out at
foreign companies. Lectures are
given by teachers from di?erent
countries.
Te students bene?t from our Executive MBA pro-
gram in many ways, by:
• acquiring up-to-date general management skills,
combined with in-depth knowledge in international
supply chain management
• becoming familiar with the new process-based
orientation of management thinking
• gaining a truly global perspective with practical
on-the-spot experience
• carrying out a Master Tesis of high relevance and
immediate value for the employer
• joining an exclusive class of managers and special-
ists, selected based on the highest standards
regarding educational background, job experience
and intellectual capacity
• learning in a small class, characterized by persona-
lized teaching, as well as by
intensive interactions be-
tween students and lecturers
• being able to continue to
work in their organizations,
as our program is for part-time
study
• obtaining, ultimately, an MBA
degree from the ETH Zurich, one
of the world’s leading universities
Companies that allow and
support a high-potential employee
to complete our Executive MBA program make a
pro?table investment in their human capital. Tis is
often the most e?ective and e?cient way to develop,
motivate and retain key talent. Employers take advantage
of the additional knowledge about business best
practices and the expanded professional network of their
employees.
4
Bene?ts for Students and Employers
5
Our students are people who want to contribute
signi?cantly to the success of their organizations. People
who want to improve their capacity to work in teams and
to solve complex problems. People who want to become
e? cient managers and e?ective leaders.
Some examples of people who bene?t greatly from our
Executive MBA program:
• general managers heading international companies
and business units in manufacturing and trading
• engineers and natural scientists assuming higher
management functions
• other professionals (legal, commercial, etc.) taking
over broader management responsibilities
• operations managers wanting to improve their
competencies
• consultants in need of updated, in-depth know-
ledge and skills in supply chain management
Our students come from many di?erent countries,
professions, industry sectors and job functions. Tis
diversity is in itself an important source of intellectual
and spiritual wealth.
Our Executive MBA program is for part-time
study, designed in such a way that the students can
continue to work in their companies. During the
?rst 12 months of the program, students will spend
approximately 90 days in class and on ?eld studies.
Additional time is required for pre-readings and assign-
ments. Te Master Tesis can be completed during the
subsequent 6 months in approximately 400 hours.
«Tis one-of-a-kind MBA program
allowed me to explore new horizons
in global business and supply chain
management. Teoretical concepts
and practical methods were taught
in perfect balance. And I especially
enjoyed the contact with very
interesting people from all over
the world.»
Ekaterina K., Key Account Manager
«After 20 years of work in
logistics and supply chain
management, I enrolled in the
Executive MBA program of the
ETH. It proved to be a perfect
?t to enhance my SCM know-
ledge and to provide me with
general management skills:
a step change for my career.»
Tomas B.
Global Customer Manager
«Tis program o?ers an excellent
environment to learn about all
aspects of international supply
chain management. Tere is
real value in getting new ideas,
experiencing real-life examples
and building a professional
network.»
Manuel S.
General Manager Procurement
6
Te Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Zurich
(ETH Zurich) was founded by the Swiss government in
1854. Today the ETH Zurich comprises almost 100 insti-
tutes and laboratories, more than 350 professorships and
about 850 lecturers. More than 8,000 faculty and sta?
members work in teaching, research and administration,
and 14,000 students are registered. Each year about 2,400
students and 800 doctoral candidates receive their degree
from the ETH Zurich.
In its mission statement, the ETH Zurich commits
itself
• to promote and maintain the highest quality in
teaching and research at a top international level
• to support a universal and system oriented approach
• to preserve disciplinary and cultural diversity and
academic freedom
Te ETH Zurich is associated with 21 Nobel laureates
who, at the time of receiving their awards, were engaged
as professors at the ETH Zurich or prior to that had stud-
ied or researched there. Tis is one reason why the ETH is
recognized as one of the world’s top universities.
Te Department of Management, Technology, and
Economics (D-MTEC), an academic department of the
ETH Zurich, o?ers our unique Executive MBA program,
designed to confer leading-edge knowledge and skills for
mastering business operations in the global economy.
Te D-MTEC is a member of the EFMD (European
Foundation for Management Development).
Our Executive MBA faculty includes more than 20
professors and lecturers, not only from the ETH Zurich
but also from other world-renowned universities and
schools. Tey are among the leading academic teachers in
their ?elds.
Our Partner Universities are (status 2009):
• University of Washington (Seattle)
• Te Hong Kong University of Science
and Technology
• Tongji University (Shanghai)
• Hosei University (Tokyo)
To assure practical relevance, we also appoint lecturers
from industry.
ETH Zurich and Partner Universities
Blocks
Management
Global Economy
Supply Chain Management
Master Tesis
Our Executive MBA program lasting 18 months is
composed of 4 blocks (sets of modules):
• «Management»
• «Global Economy»
• «Supply Chain Management»
• «Master Tesis»
Modules include lectures, case studies, company visits,
VIP talks (informal meetings with business leaders) and
presentations by students.
Te «Management» block comprises the following
subjects:
Introduction
• program overview
• systems engineering
General Management Strategy and Risk Management
• general management function
• strategy development
• risk assessment
Technology and Innovation Management
• management of technology and innovation
• R&D
From Processes to Organization
• process reengineering
• organizational design
• strategy implementation
Strategic Human Resource Management
• HR strategy
• leadership
Accounting, Finance and Controlling
• controlling, accounting, ?nancing, ?nancial
statements
• decision making
• business valuation
Marketing
• marketing as a business philosophy
• marketing planning and execution
Information Technology and Management
• the role of IT
• IT organization
• knowledge management
• business intelligence
Te complete block is covered in approximately 28 tuition
days (in Zurich).
7
Broad Management Skills
8
Te «Global Economy» block comprises the following
subjects:
Global Economy, International Trade, International
Organizations
• world economy
• emerging markets
• international trade
• international organizations
Legal and Tax Issues in a Global Context
• company forms, contract law, M&A
• intellectual property
• corporate governance
• corporate tax
Introduction to CEE and Russia
• CEE overview
• doing business in Russia
Field studies in Russia
• visits to local companies
• local case studies
• discussions with local managers and experts
Introduction to the USA
• the role of the USA in the world economy
• doing business in the USA
Field studies in the USA
• lectures at a US university
• visits to local companies
• local case studies
• discussions with local managers and experts
Introduction to Asia
• the role of Asia in the world economy
• doing business in Asia
Field studies in Japan and China
• lectures at Asian universities
• visits to local companies
• local case studies
• discussions with local managers and experts
Duration of study trips (including travel time):
• Russia: 5 days
• USA: 7 days
• Asia: 11 days
Understanding the Global Economy
9
Since our Executive MBA program focuses on supply
chain management, this subject is covered extensively and
in detail.
«Supply chain management (SCM) encompasses
the planning and management of all activities involved
in sourcing and procurement, conversion and all
logistics management activities. Importantly, it also
includes coordination and collaboration with channel
partners who can be suppliers, intermediaries, third-
party service providers and customers. In essence,
SCM integrates supply and demand management
within and across companies.»
Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals
Te «Supply Chain Management» block comprises
the following subjects:
Design and Strategy
• SCOR model
• SC design
• key drivers
Plan
• forecasting and demand management
• resource planning
• lean / JIT concept
Source
• purchasing strategies
• management of suppler portfolios and relationships
Make
• production planning and control
• performance measurement
• analysis and improvement of make processes
Deliver – Warehousing and Retailing
• transport techniques and management
• transport networks and transit points
• logistics and warehouse processes
• retail concepts and processes
Returns, Recycling
• life-cycle thinking
• return processes
• recycling
Control
• SC control
• potential con?ict areas in
processes and organizations
Industry Concepts and Case Study
• real cases, special industrial concepts
• general case study in SCM
Te complete block is covered in approximately 26 tuition
days (in Zurich and the USA).
Thorough SCM Competencies
10
Practical relevance is the essence of our Executive
MBA program. In order to achieve this, the ETH cooper-
ates closely with the FORUM-SCM for the design of the
curriculum, the selection of the lecturers and executives
for VIP talks, as well as the organization of ?eld trips and
company visits.
Te FORUM-SCM is an association of globally fo-
cused companies in industry, trade, logistics and consult-
ing services. It pursues the following objectives:
• contributing to the future development of the
Executive MBA program of the ETH with special
emphasis on supply chain management
• promoting international cooperation in the ?eld
of SCM among universities, industrial ?rms and
trading institutions
• organizing and supporting research projects and
educational events in the SCM ?eld
Te FORUM-SCM also performs marketing and ad-
ministrative functions for the Executive MBA program as
a partner of the ETH.
Te Master Tesis is a self-contained project dealing
with a supply chain topic. It relates to a real case of the
company for which the student works. Tis case should
be of strategic interest to the company and have the sup-
port of top management. Te case shall be de?ned by the
student, who is responsible for ?nding a client or mentor
within the company, as well as an academic supervisor
among the Executive MBA faculty.
Te «Master Tesis» block starts after the completion
of the other blocks and lasts 6 months. It will require
approximately 400 hours of work. No presence in any
program location is required during this time, unless
especially agreed upon with the academic supervisor.
Te Master Tesis will be presented and defended in front
of the faculty.
Master Thesis Industry Partners
SCM FORUM-
11
Academic Director:
Prof. Dr. Stephan M. Wagner
Chair of Logistics Management
Department of Management, Technology, and Economics
ETH Zurich
Information Center:
FORUM-SCM Phone: +41 43 499 60 80
c/o ETH Zurich Email: [email protected]
www.mba-scm.org
Main lecture rooms:
ETH Zurich, Kreuzplatz 5, CH-8032 Zurich
Title awarded:
MBA ETH in Supply Chain Management
Credit points:
Students acquire 62 ECTS points.
Accreditation:
EQUIS-EPAS in progress
Admission requirements:
• university degree (Master, or Bachelor with
excellent marks)
• ?ve years of job experience
• pro?ciency in business English
Registration procedure:
1. Informal contact by email or phone
2. Online registration (www.mba-scm.org)
3. Submission of required documents in hard copy to:
Center for Continuing Education
ETH, Rämistrasse 101, CH-8092 Zurich
4. Assessment interview
5. Admission decision
Te number of students per class is limited.
Tuition fee:
Please consult our latest lea?et.
Financing:
We can help students obtain study loans at favorable
conditions.
Main lecture rooms: ETH Zurich, Kreuzplatz 5, CH-8032 Zurich
Whilst every e?ort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the
information on these pages, the content is subject to continu-
ous review. Te ETH Zurich and the FORUM-SCM make
no warranties or representations, expressed or implied, as
to the accuracy of information contained here about the Execu-
tive MBA program of the ETH Zurich. Students enrolling at
the ETH Zurich should consult the latest regulations and
calendar to ensure they comply with all requirements and regu-
lations. Check www.mba-scm.org for updates. Subject to
unforeseen circumstances such as student demand and/or
resource availability, the ETH Zurich and the FORUM-SCM
reserve the right to cancel or change the content, timing or
method of presentation of any lecture.
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Swi s s Fe de r al I ns t i t ut e of Te c hnol ogy Zur i c h
Mastering
Business Operations
in the Global Economy
Executive MBA of the ETH Zurich
A Unique MBA Program
Our Executive MBA program is focused on
supply chain management.
We educate our students in the areas of gen-
eral management and leadership with a truly global
perspective - always in close contact with reality.
Additionally, we provide in-depth studies in a
subject of special interest: international supply
chain management.
We are committed to o?ering leading-edge
knowledge in all areas of management. Te ETH,
with its long history in university education
and with its outstanding reputation, guarantees
academic excellence.
But academic excellence is not our only
objective. We want to go further and enable
our students to master practical tools, to build
social relationships and to enrich their leadership
personalities. Teoretical knowledge, method-
ology, social skills and personal enhancement
constitute the four pillars of our program.
While the ETH is responsible for academic
quality, our industry partners, forming the
FORUM-SCM, make sure that the curriculum
covers all subjects relevant for practical success.
Tey also open their doors for behind-the-scene
company visits and real-life case studies.
Our MBA program was launch-
ed in 2003. Since then, it has
evolved without changing its basic
orientation.
We want our students to be-
come e?ective business leaders in
today’s world. Tey must be able
to act wisely and forcefully in the
global arena. Te ?eld studies in
Russia, the USA and Asia serve this
purpose. Desk studies cannot
replace the experience of visiting
these countries and discussing
business issues with managers on
the spot. Facts and ?gures must
be supplemented by a deeper under-
standing and empathy.
Our MBA program bears the
«Executive» label because it is
designed for senior managers and
experienced professionals. Power-
ful social networks are formed
where intensive interaction rein-
forces the learning process and
broadens its scope.
With approximately 25 stu-
dents, our classes are kept small
to better meet individual needs
and wishes and to maximize the
teaching impact. A high degree
of diversity regarding nationality,
gender, age, profession and industry
sector also contributes to an inspir-
ing classroom atmosphere.
Our MBA
program is
organized for
part-time
study, allow-
ing students
to continue
working
in their
jobs. Te
program by itself puts high
demands on our students, and with
the concurrent job requirements it
may sometimes stretch individual
limits. However, as our alumni will
certainly testify, the challenge
can be accepted, managed and even
enjoyed.
2
«
»
Prof. Dr. Stephan M. Wagner
Academic Director
Chair of Logistics Management
Department of Management, Technology,
and Economics, ETH Zurich
International Scope
3
Te geographic scope of most
companies has increased to be-
come more and more global. For
a modern business leader it is
therefore vital to understand the
global business environment
with its relevant current conditions
and future trends.
Our Executive MBA program
provides a truly international
perspective. Te class comprises
students from many parts of
the world. Global economic de-
velopments are analyzed. Key
countries are studied and visited.
Case studies are carried out at
foreign companies. Lectures are
given by teachers from di?erent
countries.
Te students bene?t from our Executive MBA pro-
gram in many ways, by:
• acquiring up-to-date general management skills,
combined with in-depth knowledge in international
supply chain management
• becoming familiar with the new process-based
orientation of management thinking
• gaining a truly global perspective with practical
on-the-spot experience
• carrying out a Master Tesis of high relevance and
immediate value for the employer
• joining an exclusive class of managers and special-
ists, selected based on the highest standards
regarding educational background, job experience
and intellectual capacity
• learning in a small class, characterized by persona-
lized teaching, as well as by
intensive interactions be-
tween students and lecturers
• being able to continue to
work in their organizations,
as our program is for part-time
study
• obtaining, ultimately, an MBA
degree from the ETH Zurich, one
of the world’s leading universities
Companies that allow and
support a high-potential employee
to complete our Executive MBA program make a
pro?table investment in their human capital. Tis is
often the most e?ective and e?cient way to develop,
motivate and retain key talent. Employers take advantage
of the additional knowledge about business best
practices and the expanded professional network of their
employees.
4
Bene?ts for Students and Employers
5
Our students are people who want to contribute
signi?cantly to the success of their organizations. People
who want to improve their capacity to work in teams and
to solve complex problems. People who want to become
e? cient managers and e?ective leaders.
Some examples of people who bene?t greatly from our
Executive MBA program:
• general managers heading international companies
and business units in manufacturing and trading
• engineers and natural scientists assuming higher
management functions
• other professionals (legal, commercial, etc.) taking
over broader management responsibilities
• operations managers wanting to improve their
competencies
• consultants in need of updated, in-depth know-
ledge and skills in supply chain management
Our students come from many di?erent countries,
professions, industry sectors and job functions. Tis
diversity is in itself an important source of intellectual
and spiritual wealth.
Our Executive MBA program is for part-time
study, designed in such a way that the students can
continue to work in their companies. During the
?rst 12 months of the program, students will spend
approximately 90 days in class and on ?eld studies.
Additional time is required for pre-readings and assign-
ments. Te Master Tesis can be completed during the
subsequent 6 months in approximately 400 hours.
«Tis one-of-a-kind MBA program
allowed me to explore new horizons
in global business and supply chain
management. Teoretical concepts
and practical methods were taught
in perfect balance. And I especially
enjoyed the contact with very
interesting people from all over
the world.»
Ekaterina K., Key Account Manager
«After 20 years of work in
logistics and supply chain
management, I enrolled in the
Executive MBA program of the
ETH. It proved to be a perfect
?t to enhance my SCM know-
ledge and to provide me with
general management skills:
a step change for my career.»
Tomas B.
Global Customer Manager
«Tis program o?ers an excellent
environment to learn about all
aspects of international supply
chain management. Tere is
real value in getting new ideas,
experiencing real-life examples
and building a professional
network.»
Manuel S.
General Manager Procurement
6
Te Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Zurich
(ETH Zurich) was founded by the Swiss government in
1854. Today the ETH Zurich comprises almost 100 insti-
tutes and laboratories, more than 350 professorships and
about 850 lecturers. More than 8,000 faculty and sta?
members work in teaching, research and administration,
and 14,000 students are registered. Each year about 2,400
students and 800 doctoral candidates receive their degree
from the ETH Zurich.
In its mission statement, the ETH Zurich commits
itself
• to promote and maintain the highest quality in
teaching and research at a top international level
• to support a universal and system oriented approach
• to preserve disciplinary and cultural diversity and
academic freedom
Te ETH Zurich is associated with 21 Nobel laureates
who, at the time of receiving their awards, were engaged
as professors at the ETH Zurich or prior to that had stud-
ied or researched there. Tis is one reason why the ETH is
recognized as one of the world’s top universities.
Te Department of Management, Technology, and
Economics (D-MTEC), an academic department of the
ETH Zurich, o?ers our unique Executive MBA program,
designed to confer leading-edge knowledge and skills for
mastering business operations in the global economy.
Te D-MTEC is a member of the EFMD (European
Foundation for Management Development).
Our Executive MBA faculty includes more than 20
professors and lecturers, not only from the ETH Zurich
but also from other world-renowned universities and
schools. Tey are among the leading academic teachers in
their ?elds.
Our Partner Universities are (status 2009):
• University of Washington (Seattle)
• Te Hong Kong University of Science
and Technology
• Tongji University (Shanghai)
• Hosei University (Tokyo)
To assure practical relevance, we also appoint lecturers
from industry.
ETH Zurich and Partner Universities
Blocks
Management
Global Economy
Supply Chain Management
Master Tesis
Our Executive MBA program lasting 18 months is
composed of 4 blocks (sets of modules):
• «Management»
• «Global Economy»
• «Supply Chain Management»
• «Master Tesis»
Modules include lectures, case studies, company visits,
VIP talks (informal meetings with business leaders) and
presentations by students.
Te «Management» block comprises the following
subjects:
Introduction
• program overview
• systems engineering
General Management Strategy and Risk Management
• general management function
• strategy development
• risk assessment
Technology and Innovation Management
• management of technology and innovation
• R&D
From Processes to Organization
• process reengineering
• organizational design
• strategy implementation
Strategic Human Resource Management
• HR strategy
• leadership
Accounting, Finance and Controlling
• controlling, accounting, ?nancing, ?nancial
statements
• decision making
• business valuation
Marketing
• marketing as a business philosophy
• marketing planning and execution
Information Technology and Management
• the role of IT
• IT organization
• knowledge management
• business intelligence
Te complete block is covered in approximately 28 tuition
days (in Zurich).
7
Broad Management Skills
8
Te «Global Economy» block comprises the following
subjects:
Global Economy, International Trade, International
Organizations
• world economy
• emerging markets
• international trade
• international organizations
Legal and Tax Issues in a Global Context
• company forms, contract law, M&A
• intellectual property
• corporate governance
• corporate tax
Introduction to CEE and Russia
• CEE overview
• doing business in Russia
Field studies in Russia
• visits to local companies
• local case studies
• discussions with local managers and experts
Introduction to the USA
• the role of the USA in the world economy
• doing business in the USA
Field studies in the USA
• lectures at a US university
• visits to local companies
• local case studies
• discussions with local managers and experts
Introduction to Asia
• the role of Asia in the world economy
• doing business in Asia
Field studies in Japan and China
• lectures at Asian universities
• visits to local companies
• local case studies
• discussions with local managers and experts
Duration of study trips (including travel time):
• Russia: 5 days
• USA: 7 days
• Asia: 11 days
Understanding the Global Economy
9
Since our Executive MBA program focuses on supply
chain management, this subject is covered extensively and
in detail.
«Supply chain management (SCM) encompasses
the planning and management of all activities involved
in sourcing and procurement, conversion and all
logistics management activities. Importantly, it also
includes coordination and collaboration with channel
partners who can be suppliers, intermediaries, third-
party service providers and customers. In essence,
SCM integrates supply and demand management
within and across companies.»
Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals
Te «Supply Chain Management» block comprises
the following subjects:
Design and Strategy
• SCOR model
• SC design
• key drivers
Plan
• forecasting and demand management
• resource planning
• lean / JIT concept
Source
• purchasing strategies
• management of suppler portfolios and relationships
Make
• production planning and control
• performance measurement
• analysis and improvement of make processes
Deliver – Warehousing and Retailing
• transport techniques and management
• transport networks and transit points
• logistics and warehouse processes
• retail concepts and processes
Returns, Recycling
• life-cycle thinking
• return processes
• recycling
Control
• SC control
• potential con?ict areas in
processes and organizations
Industry Concepts and Case Study
• real cases, special industrial concepts
• general case study in SCM
Te complete block is covered in approximately 26 tuition
days (in Zurich and the USA).
Thorough SCM Competencies
10
Practical relevance is the essence of our Executive
MBA program. In order to achieve this, the ETH cooper-
ates closely with the FORUM-SCM for the design of the
curriculum, the selection of the lecturers and executives
for VIP talks, as well as the organization of ?eld trips and
company visits.
Te FORUM-SCM is an association of globally fo-
cused companies in industry, trade, logistics and consult-
ing services. It pursues the following objectives:
• contributing to the future development of the
Executive MBA program of the ETH with special
emphasis on supply chain management
• promoting international cooperation in the ?eld
of SCM among universities, industrial ?rms and
trading institutions
• organizing and supporting research projects and
educational events in the SCM ?eld
Te FORUM-SCM also performs marketing and ad-
ministrative functions for the Executive MBA program as
a partner of the ETH.
Te Master Tesis is a self-contained project dealing
with a supply chain topic. It relates to a real case of the
company for which the student works. Tis case should
be of strategic interest to the company and have the sup-
port of top management. Te case shall be de?ned by the
student, who is responsible for ?nding a client or mentor
within the company, as well as an academic supervisor
among the Executive MBA faculty.
Te «Master Tesis» block starts after the completion
of the other blocks and lasts 6 months. It will require
approximately 400 hours of work. No presence in any
program location is required during this time, unless
especially agreed upon with the academic supervisor.
Te Master Tesis will be presented and defended in front
of the faculty.
Master Thesis Industry Partners
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Academic Director:
Prof. Dr. Stephan M. Wagner
Chair of Logistics Management
Department of Management, Technology, and Economics
ETH Zurich
Information Center:
FORUM-SCM Phone: +41 43 499 60 80
c/o ETH Zurich Email: [email protected]
www.mba-scm.org
Main lecture rooms:
ETH Zurich, Kreuzplatz 5, CH-8032 Zurich
Title awarded:
MBA ETH in Supply Chain Management
Credit points:
Students acquire 62 ECTS points.
Accreditation:
EQUIS-EPAS in progress
Admission requirements:
• university degree (Master, or Bachelor with
excellent marks)
• ?ve years of job experience
• pro?ciency in business English
Registration procedure:
1. Informal contact by email or phone
2. Online registration (www.mba-scm.org)
3. Submission of required documents in hard copy to:
Center for Continuing Education
ETH, Rämistrasse 101, CH-8092 Zurich
4. Assessment interview
5. Admission decision
Te number of students per class is limited.
Tuition fee:
Please consult our latest lea?et.
Financing:
We can help students obtain study loans at favorable
conditions.
Main lecture rooms: ETH Zurich, Kreuzplatz 5, CH-8032 Zurich
Whilst every e?ort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the
information on these pages, the content is subject to continu-
ous review. Te ETH Zurich and the FORUM-SCM make
no warranties or representations, expressed or implied, as
to the accuracy of information contained here about the Execu-
tive MBA program of the ETH Zurich. Students enrolling at
the ETH Zurich should consult the latest regulations and
calendar to ensure they comply with all requirements and regu-
lations. Check www.mba-scm.org for updates. Subject to
unforeseen circumstances such as student demand and/or
resource availability, the ETH Zurich and the FORUM-SCM
reserve the right to cancel or change the content, timing or
method of presentation of any lecture.
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