German-UAE College of Logistics, at Higher Colleges of Technology Deutsch-Emiratische Hochschule für Logistik, Logistics is a pioneer of globalisation. All globally operating enterprises have a demand for well-trained logistics experts. The United Arab Emirates are the most important logistics centre in the Middle East. The UAE envision themselves as a hub for goods and services between Europe, Asia and Africa. According to the World Bank Logistics Performance Index the United Arab Emirates ranked 24 th in 2010 which makes them the leader in the Arab world.
Germany s Role in the Gulf Region is to Build Bridges. The establishment of the German-UAE College of Logistics is an important milestone in order to strengthen the strategic perspectives of Germany in the Gulf Region. The UAE are particularly interested in renowned German educational content with internationally approved accreditation. The practice-based educational approach at German universities is worldwide considered exemplary, in particular with regard to proven close partnerships between enterprises and universities. The United Arab Emirates (UAE) offer a well-developed infrastructure as a logistics hub between Europe, Africa and Asia increasingly becoming one of the world s leading logistics locations. They are an important geographic and economic centre for trade, enterprises and logistics companies. This opens up attractive career prospects for internationally oriented experts who are equipped with excellent basic knowledge and practical skills in all logistics fields. Logistics Globalisation of Economic Relations Today logistics is one of the core competences with great importance for the corporate success. Continuous change and the optimisation of logistic solutions for commodity and information flow are the challenges for qualified employees at innovative enterprises. Logistics are counted among those services which currently achieve the biggest economic growth. Logistics secure the commodity flow from one location to another supported by modern concepts, technologies and management skills: The correct amount of goods at the exact location at the right time in an appropriate quality at reasonable costs. Logistics experts combine skills that enable them to offer enterprises innovative and holistic concepts as well as economically feasible solutions. In enterprises they work at critical interfaces fulfilling tasks that concern the entire value chain.
Programme Content The degree course with a German-UAE double bachelor s degree includes but is not limited to the following modules: Duration of study: 4 years German-UAE College of Logistics, at Higher Colleges of Technology Die Deutsch-Emiratische Hochschule für Logistik in German-UAE College of Logistics (GUCL) is based on the internationally recognised concept of practice-oriented university education in Germany. The degree courses are systematically adjusted to professional requirements. Graduates are trained to meet the requirements of the economy. Educational principle is to secure the graduates employability by combining academic training and practice-oriented project work. The degree course imparts skills in individual fields of logistics, knowledge about logistics networks and competences in order to: Combine logistics processes, Minimize processing time, Reduce stock, Increase the adherence to time schedules, Cut costs, Increase productivity. In the process GUCL trains graduates to optimise infirm logistics structures, to utilise transport carriers on land, at sea and in the air efficiently and to take account of resource and energy efficiency.
Advantages for cooperation partners of German-UAE College of Logistics, Abu-Dhabi Recruiting Targeted development of junior executive managers, Long-term retention of qualified staff, Selection of highly qualified students for internships and future employment. Design Participation in the design of the degree course s conceptual orientation Guest lectures held by industrial representatives, Collaboration between Human Resources or specialty departments and the College Advisory Board in order to quickly integrate latest market trends into the curriculum. Contacts Networking in an economically important and highly developed region with the potential to establish future-oriented business relationships. For this purpose, the Higher Colleges of Technology (HCT), partner of GUCL, together with the associated Center of Research and Technology (CERT), provide the perfect platform. Marketing Presentation of the company logo and name in all publications, including the GUCL website. Prospects for Enterprises through Cooperation The German-UAE College of Logistics, is established with a view to the increasing demand for logistics experts and managerial staff. Sustainable growth and the development of large infrastructure projects will ensure the sustainable productivity and attractiveness of the location, conceivably increasing the demand in this region. GUCL offers cooperation opportunities for enterprises in as well as privileged involvement and participation in the design of taught content and training. Content-related cooperation aims at the symbiosis between enterprises and higher education. German-UAE College of Logistics in the United Arab Emirates is your academic partner for competent employees in the Middle East. The College trains experts for your innovative logistics solutions.
3 2 1 German-UAE College of Logistics Brings together the competences of three Universities of Applied Sciences in Germany and the Higher Colleges of Technology in the United Arab Emirates to give UAE students the opportunity to obtain an internationally recognised German- UAE double bachelor degree, Designs a sustainable, comprehensive, logisticsoriented degree course offered by German Universities of Applied Sciences at the Arabian Gulf, Is of political and strategic significance regarding Germany s economic perspectives in the Gulf Region. The German partner universities The symbiosis of theory, practice and applied research Future-oriented and international Personal responsibility and practice-oriented learning. 1 The University of Applied Sciences Wildau It ranks among the innovative and internationally well-positioned Universities of Applied Sciences, study goals are determined by general professional qualification and the combination of theory and practice. Intellectual openness and manifold international cooperation facilitate the university s dynamic development. UAS Wildau introduced the degree course Logistics already in 1995, later complemented by modules defining the profile of the degree course, but from the very beginning focused on a holistic approach. Both degree courses Logistics and Aviation Logistics facilitate joined-up thinking and acting in logistics networks. Today, logistics degrees at UAS Wildau rank 1 st among German degree courses in Industrial Engineering. 2 The University of Applied Sciences Bremen Internationality is the trademark of the University of Applied Sciences Bremen. In far more than half of the degree courses semesters or internships abroad are compulsory. Further characteristics are foreign language courses as well as lectures taught in foreign languages. Especially for small- and medium-sized enterprises the University of Applied Sciences Bremen with an interdisciplinary knowledge transfer between 40 institutes is a competent partner. The University of Applied Sciences Bremen contributes modules from the Degree Course in Nautical Sciences and the International Degree Course Shipping & Chartering to the German-UAE College of Logistics. 3 Jade University of Applied Sciences Wilhelmshaven Oldenburg Elsfleth Jade University of Applied Sciences was founded in 2009, with the Department of Maritime Studies in Elsfleth going back to 1832. Self-responsible and practice-oriented learning, critical thinking and the development of unconventional solutions are promoted, combined with learning key qualifications and ethical competence. In the scope of the German-UAE College of Logistics, Jade University of Applied Sciences contributes modules from their degree courses in International Transport Management and Maritime Transport and Port Management. On a scientific basis with a practical and applied orientation students are prepared for tasks in transport and logistics.
The partner university in the UAE The Higher Colleges of Technology the partner in the United Arab Emirates The Higher Colleges of Technology (HCT) rank among state institutions for higher, work-oriented education, with their focus corresponding to the German Universities of Applied Sciences. HCT are the largest practice-oriented University of Applied Sciences in the UAE. By sustainably anticipating the process of change in the UAE, they make significant contributions to their country s opening towards a strongly diversified economy. The vision of institutional excellence associated with the aspiration of constantly improving teaching and learning methods are implemented by Colleges across the country and students are prepared for a career in a rapidly changing society. Impressive success stories reflect entrepreneurial thinking by taking the chance for growth and progress and at the same time putting emphasis on excellence and quality. Not only the educational process and the improvement of teaching and study methods contribute to achieving this but also the excellent performance of graduates. This is confirmed by industrial partnerships, international cooperation and commercial research contracts. HCT graduates start their careers equipped with strong professional qualifications and the motivation to act as logistics experts at the interfaces of commodity flows. When they enter into employment they already apply joined-up knowledge structures, are equipped with international skills and with their core competences they are able to design business processes in a success-oriented manner. Their technological understanding enables them to acquire multifunctional solutions according to requirements of the individual logistics fields.
The emergence of as a sustainable, diversified, high value-added economy that encourages enterprises and entrepreneurship leading to better opportunities for all. The Economic Vision 2030 We must not rely on oil alone as the main source of national income. We have to diversify the sources of our revenue and construct economic projects that will ensure a free, stable and dignified life for the people. Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the late President of the United Arab Emirates For inquiries please contact Men s Collage P.O. Box 25035 United Arab Emirates HCT Higher Colleges of Technology P.O. Box 25035 United Arab Emirates CERT Group of Companies CERT Technology Park P.O. Box 5464 United Arab Emirates Tel: +971 2 4048120 Web: www.hct.ac.ae Email: scm-logistics@.hct.ac.ae Tel: +971 2 4048594 Web: www.hct.ac.ae Email: scm-logistics@hct.ac.ae Tel: +971 2 4048501 Web: www.certonline.com TH Wildau [FH] Wildau / Germany Jade Hochschule Wilhelmshaven / Germany Hochschule Bremen Bremen / Germany IBA_ International Berlin Berlin / Germany Web: www.th-wildau.de Web: www.jade-hs.de Web: www.hs-bremen.de Web: www.iba-berlin.de Funded by the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) with a grant from the German Federal Ministry of Education and Research