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Business Studies Logistics

Bedrijfskunde & Economie

Duration

2 years

Level

Associate DegreeAlso part-time

Outlook

Stabiel

What will you learn?

(Business Studies Logistiek) In the AD Business Studies Logistics you learn everything about efficiently organizing goods flows, from purchasing to end customer. You dive deep into subjects such as supply chain management, transport and distribution management, inventory management and international trade. Additionally, you receive business fundamentals such as marketing, finance and project management. The program combines logistics knowledge with commercial skills, teaching you to operate cost-consciously and customer-oriented. What makes this AD unique is the strong practical focus: you work with real logistics software such as WMS systems and analyze real-time data from transport companies. Practical projects include optimizing warehouse layouts, setting up distribution plans for local businesses and internships at logistics service providers or production companies. You also learn about sustainable logistics and the impact of e-commerce on supply chains. This program is perfect for practically-minded students who have an interest in the dynamic world of logistics and transport, and who enjoy solving concrete problems in a business economics context.

Required Education

For admission to this AD you need at least an MBO level 4 diploma, preferably in an economic, technical or logistics direction such as Logistics or Transport & Logistics. With a HAVO diploma you are also welcome, where the Economics & Society (E&M) profile fits best due to subjects such as economics, mathematics and management & organization. The Culture & Society (C&M) profile is also possible, provided you have followed mathematics. VWO students are naturally also admitted. Specifically, mathematics and economics are very relevant subjects, because you work a lot with numerical analyses, cost calculations and business economics models. Additionally, a good command of English is important due to the international nature of logistics. There are no additional admission requirements or entrance tests. As alternative admission you can gain access through a 21+ test if you have work experience but not the right diploma, or through a bridging program if you have an MBO diploma in another direction.

Core Subjects

Career Prospects

After graduation you can immediately start working as a logistics employee, supply chain coordinator, transport planner, warehouse coordinator or purchasing/sales employee at companies such as PostNL, DHL, Albert Heijn distribution centers or production companies. You work in sectors such as transport and logistics, retail, e-commerce, production and international trade. Starting salaries range between €2,400 and €2,800 gross per month, depending on the specific function and the company. Career advancement opportunities are excellent: you can advance to management functions such as warehouse team leader, supply chain manager or operations manager. You can also upgrade your AD to a full HBO bachelor's in Logistics or Business Administration in one year, giving you access to more strategic functions and a higher salary. Many graduates later specialize in specific areas such as international logistics, sustainable supply chains or logistics ICT systems.

Impact of AI on this program

AI optimizes AD Business Studies Logistics with inventory forecasting, route planning and automated warehousing. Strategic thinking and chain coordination remain human work. Knowledge of AI tools becomes standard.

Where can you study this?

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