School of Ports Terminal Management and Logistic 5
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The SSPU MBA is for people who care about future skills. Come be a part of the Symbiosis Skills University.
The MBA in Logistics and Supply Chain Management at Symbiosis Skills and Professional University is the World’s first skills based MBA program. It is an intensive two year full time program that prepares the student for leadership roles by driving supply chain digital transformation within organizations globally. The curriculum is one of its kind that has a strong focus on technical and analytical skills, leadership and communication skills, and includes opportunities to engage deeply with top global companies through practical & skill exercises, industry-sponsored research projects, leadership speaker series, and facility tours.
An optional global study tour at end of first year is part of the MBA experience at Symbiosis as it instils within a student cross-border communication skills that is imperative today in business. Interacting with foreign faculty and students is part of the curriculum at SSPU. We have 100 plus MOUs with Industry partners and world’s leading Universities including the one’s in the United States. At Symbiosis Skills and Professional University, we are interested in people who have passion. We will transform your passion into a profession. The ideal candidate for this program is someone who is self-driven, has curiosity and willing to drive change within the supply chain industry. We encourage undergraduates from all different streams to consider applying to this MBA.
The ROI on an MBA from SSPU is unbelievable. Earn an MBA by doing the course not in a hurry or by compromising on the number of subjects, but in full two years at a cost that is significantly lower than any International MBA.
ADMISSION PROCESS
- Submission of Online Application
- Appear in Symbiosis Online proctored MBA Entrance Exam SKILL-CAT OR Appear in national-level / state level exam
- Shortlisting based on Normalized Percentile
- Group Discussion
- Personal Interview
- Final merit list based on Composite Score
- Tie Breaking Criteria
Seats are limited. All students are encouraged to apply in the earlier rounds. In every round preference will be given to people who have appeared for Symbiosis SKILL-CAT. Only people who have appeared in SKILL-CAT are eligible for MBA Scholarships.
For “MBA Admissions Entrance Exam Information Brochure / Booklet “ – Click Here
S. No | Event | Date |
| I Round Admissions |
|
1 | Application Start Date | 1st November 2025 |
| Application End Date | 7th December 2025 |
| Admit Card Release | 11th December 2025 |
2 | Online Proctored MBA Entrance – Skill CAT Date | 13th December 2025 |
| Result Declaration | 15th December 2025 |
| Intimation of Group Discussion (GD) and Personal Interview (PI) dates | Within 24 hours of result declaration |
| Conduct of GD / PI | 19th December 2025 |
| Composite Score Merit List Declaration | Within 2 working days of GD/PI conduct |
| Issue Of Provisional Admission Letter | Within 2 working days of Composite Score Merit List declaration |
| Payment of fees | Within 7 working days of issue of provisional admission letter |
| II Round Admissions |
|
3 | Online Proctored MBA Entrance – Skill CAT Date | 10th January 2026 |
| Result Declaration | 12th January 2026 |
| Intimation of Group Discussion (GD) and Personal Interview (PI) dates | Within 24 hours of result declaration |
| Conduct of GD / PI | 16th January 2026 |
| Composite Score Merit List Declaration | Within 2 working days of GD/PI conduct |
| Issue Of Provisional Admission Letter | Within 2 working days of Composite Score Merit List declaration |
| Payment of fees | Within 7 working days of issue of provisional admission letter |
SKILL CAT – EXAM STRUCTURE
Total Duration: 60 minutes
Total Marks: 50
Question Type: MCQ – Single Select
Sections (4 total):
| Section | No. of Questions |
|---|---|
| Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension | 13 (7 VA + 6 RC) |
| Logical Reasoning | 13 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 13 |
| Skill Ability (Specialisation-based) | 11 |
For “MBA Admissions Entrance Exam Information Brochure / Booklet” Click Here
For “Unfair Means Committee” Click Here
For “MBA Entrance Exam SKILL – CAT Instructions” Click Here
Fee Structure (Subject to Revision)
| Student Category | Academic Fees / Year | Caution Money Deposit (One-time, Refundable) |
| Indian Students | INR 6,69,500/- | INR 10,000/- |
| NRI Students | INR 7,99,500/- | INR 10,000/- |
Program Structure
Semester | Course Code | Course Title |
Semester 1: Future New Age Skills | MLOGI101
MLOGI102
MLOGI103
MLOGI104
MLOGI105
MLOGI106
IDSCPG01 | Supply Chain Analytics
Python for Supply Chain Managers
Advanced Network Design and Supply Chain Systems Planning
Data Science and Machine Learning in Supply Chain Management
Application of Big Data Analysis in Supply Chain Management
Business Research Methodology
Innovation, Leadership and Design Thinking |
Semester 2: Strategic Leadership and Organizational Transformation Skills | MLOGI201
MLOGI202
MLOGI203
MLOGI205
MLOGI206
IDSCPG02
MLOGI207
Optional | Competitive Strategy for CEOs
Humanitarian Logistics
E-Commerce and Omnichannel Strategies
Supply Chain Financial Analytics
Game Theory and Strategic Advantage
Career Advancement Skills
Internship I
Self-Funded Two Week Global Supply Chain Study Tour |
Semester 3: Logistics and Supply Chain Management Skills | MLOGI301
MLOGI302
MLOGI303
MLOGI304
MLOGI305
MLOGI306
IDSCPG03 | Sustainable Supply Chain Management
Digital Supply Chain
Supply Chain Demand Analytics
Supply Chain Cost and Design Optimization
Systems Theory
The Global Built Environment
Advanced Analytics |
Semester 4: Supply Chain Consulting Skills | MLOGI401
MLOGI402
MLOGI407 | Supply Chain Consulting Strategy Competition
Advanced Procurement Management
Internship II |
Career Opportunities
Supply Chain Manager – Plans and controls end-to-end supply chain operations to ensure efficient flow of goods and information.
Logistics Manager – Manages transportation, distribution, and delivery operations to meet customer service and cost targets.
Procurement Manager – Handles sourcing, vendor selection, negotiation, and purchase order management.
Warehouse Manager – Oversees storage, inventory control, picking, packing, and dispatch operations in warehouses.
Inventory Control Manager – Monitors stock levels and optimizes inventory to avoid overstocking or stockouts.
Demand Planner – Forecasts customer demand using data analysis to support production and procurement planning.
Supply Planner – Creates production and replenishment plans based on demand forecasts and capacity constraints.
Transportation Manager – Plans and optimizes transport routes, carrier selection, and freight cost management.
Import–Export Manager – Manages international trade documentation, customs clearance, and regulatory compliance.
Freight Forwarding Executive – Coordinates cargo movement, booking, and documentation with airlines, shipping lines, and transporters.
Operations Manager (Logistics) – Supervises daily logistics operations to ensure timely and accurate order fulfillment.
Distribution Center Manager – Manages regional/national distribution centers for fast and cost-effective product dispatch.
Supply Chain Analyst – Uses data and KPIs to analyze supply chain performance and recommend improvements.
Vendor Development Manager – Identifies, evaluates, and develops supplier capabilities for long-term partnerships.
SCM Consultant – Provides advisory services to organizations on supply chain optimization and process improvement.
S&OP (Sales & Operations Planning) Manager – Aligns demand, supply, and production plans through cross-functional planning processes.
Cold Chain Manager – Manages temperature-controlled logistics for pharmaceuticals, food, and vaccines.
E-commerce Logistics Manager – Handles fulfillment, last-mile delivery, and returns management for online businesses.
Top Recruiting Sectors
E-commerce & Online Retail
Manufacturing & FMCG
Third-Party Logistics (3PL) & Warehousing Services
Shipping & Maritime Industry
Aviation & Air Cargo
Retail & Organized Trading
Pharmaceutical & Healthcare Logistics
Automobile & Auto Ancillary Industry
Infrastructure & Construction Projects
Cold Chain & Food Supply Chains
Import–Export & International Trade
Warehousing & Industrial Parks
Petroleum, Oil & Gas Logistics
Defence & Government Logistics
Consulting & Advisory Services
Fast-Moving Consumer Durables (FMCD)
Agri-Logistics & Food Processing
Industry Partners (An indicative list): Mercedes-Benz, Reliance Industry Ltd., Tata Motors, Tata Consulting Engineers, Emerson, Hindustan Unilever Ltd., SKODA AUTO Volkswagen India Pvt Ltd, Amazon India, Flipkart, DHL Supply Chain, Maersk Ltd., Mahindra Logistics, Delhivery, TVS supply Chain Solutions, Reliance Retail, etc.
The program has been curated with great care and builds new age future skills right at the start of the intensive two year program. The program builds the digital analytical muscle, imparts strategic leadership and organizational transformation skills. The student then begins to start applying these skills in the Logistics and Supply Chain Management domain and enhances this by solving industry problems through hands-on consulting assignments. The credits acquired is 101 that also includes an optional global experiential learning module. Program structure is detailed below.
The Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook, indicates that the logistics and Supply Chain job outlook is growing much faster than average of other occupations. 18% (2022-2032). As India aims to be a global superpower, spending in India on Supply Chain and Logistics is higher than Europe and USA. India is approximately spending in 2024 1.7% of GDP on transport infrastructure, around twice the level in America and most European countries.
This MBA program will help bridge the skill gap that exists not only in India but across the world.
