HESTIM’s State Master’s Degree in Purchasing, Supply Chain and Logistics trains experts capable of designing, managing and optimising the entire supply chain, from purchasing management to final distribution. In a context marked by globalisation, digitalisation and the pursuit of sustainable performance, this programme prepares students to meet the complex challenges of modern logistics and improve organisations’ competitiveness.

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Students gain an overall view of the strategic challenges related to purchasing, inventory management, transport, planning and flow optimisation. The programme also covers digital supply chain tools, international standards, sustainable logistics and cost-reduction methods.

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This Master’s degree is aimed at future supply chain managers, logistics directors, strategic buyers and consultants wishing to advance in demanding, international environments.

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Skills developed

The Master’s degree in Purchasing, Supply Chain and Logistics enables students to master all the levers needed to effectively manage logistics chains and procurement processes.

They develop solid skills in flow management, international sourcing, sustainable logistics, purchasing negotiation and risk management.

The programme incorporates the use of leading professional tools in the sector: ERP, WMS, TMS and collaborative platforms, in order to strengthen students’ ability to simulate, plan and optimise the supply chain in complex environments.

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Student experience and training dynamics

The teaching experience is based on concrete real-life scenarios: case studies, projects carried out with partner companies, logistics simulations and hands-on workshops. 

Students are supported by industry professionals and benefit from

personalised support.

Company internships further reinforce this field immersion, ensuring a swift entry into the professional world and effective adaptation to the demands of supply chain and strategic purchasing roles.

Training programme

Highlights of the State Master’s Degree in Supply Chain Management​

Thematic conferences & seminars

As part of the State Master’s degree in Purchasing and Supply Chain Management, HESTIM places great importance on connecting its students with best practices in the field. Throughout the year, high-level conferences and seminars are organised, led by business leaders, international experts, logistics managers, strategic buyers and alumni holding key positions in leading organisations.

These events give students direct access to emerging trends in purchasing management, logistics optimisation and global supply chain, through first-hand accounts, inspiring feedback and analysis of real case studies. They enable students to develop a strategic and operational vision of flows, from supplier negotiation to final distribution, while strengthening their ability to meet the challenges of a constantly evolving international environment.

Field immersion & professional visits

Learning takes on its full value when experienced in the field. Students on the State Master’s degree in Purchasing and Supply Chain Management regularly take part in company visits, meetings with professionals and specialised trade fairs.

These experiences allow them to gain a concrete understanding of how organisations operate, observe supply chains and purchasing processes, and grasp the real challenges of the market.

HESTIM organises annual visits to major players in the sector, such as ARAMEX, a leader in logistics and transport, or KITEA, a key player in distribution and supply chain in Morocco. These events give students the opportunity to analyse real cases, discover advanced operational practices and nurture their strategic thinking.

These immersive experiences create a direct link between theory and practice, while developing in students a pragmatic and operational understanding of contemporary purchasing and supply chain challenges.

Professional software

Students become familiar with professional tools widely used in the sector. These include SPSS and SPHINX for data analysis and processing, ARENA for simulating and optimising logistics flows, as well as Warehouse Management systems for warehouse management and optimisation. 

The introduction to the Python language allows them to automate certain analyses and process large volumes of data. Finally, using tools related to MRP (Material Requirements Planning) gives them mastery of planning and resource management methods, essential for effectively running purchasing and supply chain operations.

Blended learning & certifications

HESTIM’s State Master’s degree in Purchasing and Supply Chain Management uses an innovative teaching approach based on blended learning, combining in-person classes with online learning via world-class platforms. This format gives students the flexibility to progress at their own pace while benefiting from personalised academic support.

As part of this programme, students take two certified courses on Coursera: Lean Six Sigma and Data Analytics. These programmes are designed and delivered by leading international universities, recognised for their academic excellence and expertise in management, operational performance and data analysis.

In addition, the programme includes preparation for the PMP-PMI certification, provided in-house by HESTIM trainers, ensuring personalised support in line with international project management standards.

These certifications, integrated into the academic programme, enable graduates to acquire skills that are in demand worldwide and to strengthen their appeal on the job market, particularly in the purchasing, logistics and supply chain sectors.

Educational games

To develop their strategic thinking, analytical skills and decision-making, the State Master’s Degree in Purchasing and Supply Chain Management incorporates educational games and professional simulations at the heart of the programme.

Every year, our students take part in the CESIM Global Challenge, an international competition that confronts them with realistic operations management, logistics optimisation and supply chain management situations. In this immersive environment, they must analyse complex data, develop effective strategies and make real-time decisions.

These immersive activities enable students to acquire operational skills while strengthening their team spirit, responsiveness and problem-solving abilities — essential qualities for success in the professional world.

Entrepreneurial culture & innovation

HESTIM encourages its students to adopt “out of the box” thinking, essential in a constantly evolving world. Aware that career paths today are varied and that innovation is a key driver, the school offers a modern programme, aligned with market and technological developments.

As part of this programme, dedicated entrepreneurship courses are included in the curriculum, in order to develop initiative and the ability to turn an idea into a concrete project. In addition, the CIEL incubator provides students with comprehensive support through training courses, hands-on workshops and a structured programme, helping them bring their innovative projects to life.

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This drive aims not only to support business creation, but also to foster a strong entrepreneurial culture within HESTIM, which could become a genuine hub for startups and promising innovations for the future.