Procurement and Supply Chain Management

Program Presentation

The Master’s program in Procurement and Supply Chain Management (taught in English) – Dual is a professional-oriented program aimed primarily at training highly skilled specialists capable of meeting the challenges of today’s business environment through an integrated and internationalized approach to logistics processes.

Through its educational content, the program seeks to develop managerial skills, critical thinking, adaptability to change, and the ability to become specialists who understand and apply ethical and contractual principles in the global business environment. Graduates will be able to efficiently manage integrated logistics processes, optimize resources, costs, and operational performance, using modern technologies and digital Business Intelligence tools.

In this regard, students will explore essential subjects such as: International Commercial Law and Commercial Contracts, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Procurement, LEAN Systems, Quality Management, Cost Management, Supplier Relationship Management, Decision Support Information Systems, Business Ethics, Leadership and Organizational Culture, and Project Management.

Why Dual Education?

Dual higher education is a form of full-time study that combines theoretical training with practical experience. It is carried out within consortia formed through partnerships between accredited higher education institutions and business operators. Learning, teaching, and practical activities are equally shared between partners, with business operators organizing work-based learning and contributing to the continuous evaluation of students.

The Dual Master’s program in Supply and Logistics Chain Management (taught in English) is built in partnership with the business sector, offering the unique opportunity to combine high-quality theoretical training with practical experience in leading companies such as Alstom GCC Romania, Activeland Logistics Group, Color Control Support, Copeland, Deltamed and Emerson. This ensures that knowledge is anchored in the operational reality of modern logistics chains, preparing graduates for a successful career in a dynamic sector.

Business Partners Testimonials

Activeland Logistics Group S.R.L. is a privately held company headquartered in Cluj-Napoca, Romania. Established in 2021, the company specializes in global sourcing, international logistics, and supply chain optimization, serving clients across Europe, Asia, and the Americas. Our mission is to optimize global supply chains and create value through collaboration, efficiency, and continuous improvement

At Activeland, we strongly believe that the future of supply chain excellence lies in the synergy between industry and academia. We are inspired by the enthusiasm, curiosity, and dedication of the students, and we value the chance to mentor and work alongside such promising future professionals. This partnership reflects our long-term commitment to knowledge-sharing, continuous learning, and building a smarter, more connected supply chain ecosystem.

• Cătălin Văleanu •

catalinvaleanu@activeland.ro

A global leader in the transportation sector, in the digital age From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, Alstom offers its diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. With its presence in 64 countries and a talent base of over 84,000 people from 184 nationalities, the company focuses its design, innovation, and project management skills to where mobility solutions are needed most.

At Alstom, supply chain excellence is key to delivering safe, sustainable, and innovative mobility solutions across the globe. In the rail industry, where projects are complex and stakes are high, we  aim to develop talents who can navigate strategic sourcing supplier networks, and global logistics, with vision and precision.

That’s why we co-founded with  UBB the Dual Master’s in Procurement and Supply Chain—combining academic rigor with real-world experience to develop the next generation. For us, it’s more than education. It’s about growing future leaders who will drive the transformation of mobility—smartly, sustainably, and strategically.

Copeland is a global leader in sustainable heating, cooling and refrigeration solutions for commercial, industrial, cold chain and residential industries. We help our customers and end users reduce carbon emissions, improve energy efficiency, enable the use of climate-friendly refrigerants and safeguard perishable food and medicine.

Copeland is built on a foundation of innovation with 18,000 colleagues in 40+ countries, engineering and manufacturing sites in 9 countries and technology proven in over 200 million installations worldwide. We have over 3,400 active and pending patents supported by more than 2,300 global engineers who are focused on innovating sustainability solutions for the HVACR industry.

This partnership between industry and academia is all about impact. Through our support for the Master’s program in Procurement and Supply Chain Management, we are helping future professionals develop job-ready skills, gain exposure to real business scenarios, and connect with career opportunities that set them apart.
• Simona Bugnaru •
simona.bugnaru@copeland.com

Deltamed is one of Eastern Europe’s leading manufacturers of ambulances and special intervention vehicles, with more than 25 years of experience in designing and producing complex mobile solutions for emergency services. Founded in 1997 and headquartered in Romania – Cluj County, the company integrates engineering, manufacturing, and advanced medical equipment into complete vehicles used by healthcare and rescue organizations.

With more than 4,800 vehicles delivered so far and a strong market presence, Deltamed operates integrated production facilities where key components and systems are developed and manufactured in-house. This approach ensures high quality standards, full traceability of materials, and efficient coordination of complex supply chains. Through its partnership with the university, Deltamed contributes to the development of the Dual Master’s Program in Supply Chain Management by providing practical insights into industrial logistics, production planning, procurement, and integrated manufacturing processes. Students benefit from exposure to real-world supply chain challenges in a high-complexity manufacturing environment, where reliability, responsiveness, and quality are essential to supporting emergency services.

Producing ambulances and special intervention vehicles involves coordinating a complex supply chain that integrates automotive platforms, medical technologies, specialized materials, and strict quality requirements. Through this dual Master’s program, we aim to help students understand how these elements come together in real manufacturing environments and how effective supply chain management directly supports the development and production of complex mission-critical vehicles used by emergency and public service organizations.

• Iuliana Mic •

iuliana.mic@deltamed.ro

Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. We help customers in critical industries, like energy, chemical, power and renewables, life sciences and factory automation, operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability. Emerson has been operating in Cluj for nearly 19 years and has a team of over 3,500 people. With six production units and six service centers, the company has a very wide range of activities – research & development, engineering, supply chain, IT, finance, production and many others.

At Emerson Cluj, every day brings a sense of purpose and global impact. Our team handles around 200 import and export operations daily, ensuring that raw materials arrive on time for production and that our finished goods reach clients across the world without delay. We take pride in being the link that keeps everything moving—solving challenges swiftly so that production never stops and our customers always receive what they need, when they need it. It’s rewarding to be part of a team that plays such a vital role in the company’s success.

• Cătălin Aldea •

catalin.aldea@emerson.com