The Logistics Management (English) undergraduate program at Istanbul University offers comprehensive education in supply chain, transportation, warehousing, inventory and logistics systems — all delivered in English. The program is designed to equip students with a solid understanding of both business fundamentals and logistics operations, combining courses in transport management, commercial law, business administration, inventory control, and intermodal transportation. Over eight semesters, students develop analytical, managerial, and operational skills to handle complex logistics and supply-chain tasks in global and local markets.
Located in Istanbul — a strategic crossroads connecting Europe and Asia with a dynamic commercial and trade structure — this program provides a unique environment for studying logistics in a global context. Through a curriculum that blends theoretical knowledge with practical applications, students gain the expertise needed to work in logistics companies, supply-chain management, freight forwarding, import-export, warehousing, and transportation sectors.
Key information
Key Facts
- Degree: Bachelor of Science / Bachelor of Arts (B.Sc. / B.A.) in Logistics Management
- Standard period of study: 4 years (8 semesters)
- Location: Istanbul
- Study Type: Undergraduate (full-time, English-taught)
- Admission semester: Fall semester
- Area of study: Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Transportation, Business & Trade, Operations Management
- Admission modus: National university entrance exam (YKS / relevant track)
- Main language: English
Program Structure
Semester 1 – Foundations: Business & Introduction to Logistics
- Introduction to Business & Economics
- Basic Mathematics / Quantitative Skills
- Introduction to Logistics Principles
- Fundamentals of Supply Chain & Trade
- Basic Language / General Education Courses
Semester 2 – Core Business & Logistics Fundamentals
- Business Management & Organization Basics
- Commercial Law & Business Ethics
- Accounting or Business-related Foundations
- Basic Transport and Trade Concepts
- Supporting Courses (language / general courses)
Semester 3 – Logistics Operations & Trade Management
- International Trade & Customs Regulations
- Inventory Management & Warehousing Fundamentals
- Transportation Management & Intermodal Logistics
- Statistics or Quantitative Methods for Logistics
- Business Administration Core Courses
Semester 4 – Advanced Logistics Systems & Business Integration
- Transport & Distribution Management (land, sea, air, rail)
- Marketing / Supply Chain Marketing / Business Plan & Strategy
- Manufacturing Operations & Supply Chain Relations
- Logistics Law & Regulations
- Electives / Supporting Courses
Semester 5 – Supply Chain Management & Specialized Logistics
- Supply Chain Management Principles & Strategies
- Service Operations & Logistics Service Management
- Risk Management, Quality & Lean Logistics / Operations Management
- International Logistics & Trade Practices
- Elective courses / specialization options
Semester 6 – Freight, Transport Modes & Logistics Planning
- Road / Rail / Sea / Air Cargo Management & Transport Operations
- Customs & International Trade Logistics
- Project Management & Logistics Projects
- Data / IT Tools for Logistics / Logistics Information Systems
- Electives or general courses
Semester 7 – Applied Logistics, Industry Relations & Electives
- Internship / Industry-oriented Practicum (if applicable)
- Advanced courses in transport, warehousing, or logistics management
- Electives: international business, trade, supply chain analytics, finance or related fields
- Seminar / Project-based work in logistics and supply-chain topics
Semester 8 – Final Year, Graduation Project & Career Preparation
- Capstone Project / Graduation Thesis or Practical Project in Logistics
- Advanced Supply Chain Strategy, Trade & Logistics Planning
- Electives / Specialized Seminars (e.g. global logistics, sustainability in supply chain)
- Professional skills / career preparation courses
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Logistics Management program are prepared for roles such as supply-chain manager, logistics coordinator, freight forwarding specialist, warehouse & inventory manager, transport operations planner, customs & trade compliance officer, procurement and distribution manager, logistics consultant, or import/export coordinator.
Why Choose This Program
Choosing the Logistics Management (English) program at Istanbul University means getting an education that combines business knowledge, trade fundamentals, and specialized logistics and supply-chain expertise — taught in English and contextualized in a globally connected city.
With opportunities to study transport modes, customs regulation, supply-chain management, warehousing, and business operations, students are prepared for the complex demands of modern global logistics. This program is ideal for those who want to work at the intersection of business, trade, transport, and supply-chain systems — whether in Turkey or internationally.
Contact Information
Istanbul University – Department of Logistics Management
Faculty of Economics / Business & Trade, Istanbul University
Istanbul, Turkey
Tel: +90 212 440 00 00
Email: logistics@istanbul.edu.tr
Faculty of Economics – Student Affairs Office
Istanbul, Turkey
Tel: +90 212 440 00 00
Email: econoffice@istanbul.edu.tr
International Office – Istanbul University
Beyazıt Campus
Istanbul, Turkey
Tel: +90 212 440 00 00
Email: international@istanbul.edu.tr
