BS Transport and Logistics Management

Overview

The Bachelor of Science in Transport and Logistics Management (BSTLM) program aligns with the objectives outlined in Oman's Vision 2040, which emphasizes the development of a thriving logistics and transportation sector. The BSTLM program incorporates global standards and best practices in transportation and logistics to ensure graduates possess a comprehensive understanding of the international logistics landscape.

This program is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to thrive in the dynamic field of transportation and logistics management in Oman. It covers a wide range of courses, providing students with a comprehensive understanding of the field.

The program covers a wide range of courses relevant to transport and logistics management, including advanced business logistics, supply chain management, transportation economics, intermodal transportation, maritime operations, transportation safety, hazardous materials transportation, packaging, quality management, transportation economics etc. It provides students with a deep understanding of logistics and supply chain management principles and practices.

Students learn how to manage the flow of goods and information effectively within a supply chain network locally and internationally.

Admission Criteria

A recognized general education diploma or its equivalent
Students joining MCBS must go through an English placement test to determine the appropriate English level
Students presenting a valid score of 5-5.5 in IELTS or 65-79 in internet based TOEFL (iBT) are exempted from the English program
Students will need to go through Mathematics and IT placements tests to determine their levels of proficiency in these subjects as they are part of the GFP or possible exemption
Mathematics placements tests will determine whether Basic Mathematics (MATH 10) and Pure Mathematics (MATH 21) can be exempted, or students will be given both or one of them
IT placement test will determine whether students will require to take the Information Technology foundation course (COSC 10)

Program Structure

Duration: Bachelor’s degree requires about 8 semesters or 4 years

Program delivery: 12-15 credits per normal semester and 6 credits per summer semester

Courses: Apart from courses closely related to the program, students take general education courses.

Courses	Credits
Core Courses	57
Communication skills	12
Humanities	09
Social Sciences	09
Math/Computer skills	09
Natural Science	03
General Business requirements	21
Total	120

Core Requirements (42 Credits)

Course Code	Course Name	Credits
BTLM 1301	Introduction to Transport Management	3
BTLM 2302	Legal Environment of Business	3
ESBM 2303	Business Correspondence	3
BTLM 2304	Logistics Management	3
ACT 340A	Accounting and Reporting	3
BTLM 3306	Transportation Economics	3
AVIA 207	Introduction to Air Transportation	3
BTLM 3308	Advanced Business Logistics	3
BTLM 3309	Supply Chain Management	3
LOM 252	Introduction to Operations Management	3
ESBM 4311	Introduction to Information Systems	3
BUS 391	Strategic Management	3
BTLM 4313	Hazardous Material Transportation	3
BTLM 4322	Senior Project	3

Electives (15 Credits)

Course Code	Course Name	Credits
BTLM 3310	Fundamentals of Intermodal Transportation	3
BTLM 3311	Packaging	3
BTLM 4315	Research Analysis and Writing	3
BTLM 4316	Maritime Operations	3
BTLM 4317	Transportation Safety	3
BTLM 4318	Quality Management	3
BTLM 4319	Enterprise Systems	3
BTLM 4320	Transportation Systems Management	3

Career Opportunities

Graduates of a Bachelor of Science in Transport and Logistics Management have a wide range of career opportunities in both the private and public sectors.

Some common career paths include:

Logistics Manager
Supply Chain Analyst
Transportation Planner
Operations Manager
Warehouse and Distribution Manager
Freight Forwarder
Procurement Specialist
Customs and Trade Compliance Manager
Inventory Control Manager

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Info

Duration: 4 years full-time

Semester Starts: Fall, Spring, Summer I and Summer II.

Fee: 12,036 OMR

Required English Prerequisites

IELTS (academic): 6.0 (with no band less than 6.0)

TOEFL (internet) min overall score 60

MCBS Placement Test

Applicants who do not have official IELTS or TOEFL scores are required to take MCBS English Placement Test.

Students will need to go through Mathematics and IT placement tests to determine their levels of proficiency in these subjects as they are part of the GFP or possible exemption.

Department Contact

Contact Program Chair Dr. Rene Paquibut for more information.