What Zaragoza Logistics Center does

Zaragoza Logistics Center (ZLC) is a non-profit educational institution founded in 2003 in Zaragoza, Spain, dedicated to graduate-level education and applied research in logistics and supply chain management. It operates as part of the MIT Global SCALE Network under a Board of Trustees comprising the Government of Aragon, MIT Center for Transportation and Logistics, the University of Zaragoza, Inditex, and the CAI and Ibercaja Foundations. The institution delivers degree and executive programs to STEM professionals, early-career graduates, career-changers, and corporate clients globally, with 94 employees and a graduating cohort of approximately 43 students from 18 nationalities in 2026.

ZLC's product portfolio spans the MIT SCALE Master in Logistics and Supply Chain Management (ZLOG) priced at €24,300 with a three-week MIT residential, the ZLOGb blended format at €17,700 that incorporates the MITx MicroMasters credential from edX, the Spanish-language part-time MDSC at €9,500, dual-degree MBAs with IE Business School and INCAE Business School, a three-year PhD with MIT research stay at €12,000 per year, a PhD Summer Academy, customized corporate executive education, and open professional programs. The technology stack centers on the edX-hosted MITx MicroMasters platform for online learning, augmented by Digital Twin simulation, Python-based optimization modeling, predictive analytics, and PowerBI visualization taught in the curriculum. Pricing operates on multi-year subscription tuition with scholarships covering 20-50% for ZLOG, 30% for MDSC, and 70% loan financing via Ibercaja.

The institution reports a 98% employability rate within three months of graduation, alumni placed at Google, Pfizer, Apple, Microsoft, Amazon, Airbus, Roche, PepsiCo, and IKEA, and a network of 500 strategic alliances. The go-to-market combines sales-led recruitment of STEM professionals, community-led alumni referrals across 90+ countries, direct-to-consumer executive education via web and email, and distribution partnerships through dual-degree agreements. ZLC holds the #1 Eduniversal ranking for Best Master in Logistics worldwide and the #1 position in Spain per the El Mundo 2026 ranking.

Name

Zaragoza Logistics Center

Legal name

Zaragoza Logistics Center

Website

https://zlc.edu.es

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Zaragoza Logistics Center is a non-profit graduate school in Spain affiliated with the MIT Global SCALE Network, offering master's, PhD, and executive education programs in logistics and supply chain management to STEM professionals, early-career graduates, and corporate clients worldwide.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Logistics and Supply Chain Higher Education

NAICS

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (6113), Professional and Management Development Training (611430), Business Schools and Computer and Management Training (6114), Professional and Management Development Training (61143)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Operations, Supply Chain & Logistics Management Schools (EDAHAHAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

Executive Education & Corporate Programs (Non-degree) (EDAHAHAN), Logistics, Warehousing & Distribution (EDABALAR), Corporate & Workforce eLearning Modules (EDAGAEAC)

Keywords

• Logistics education
• Supply chain management
• Executive education
• Master's programs
• Doctoral research

Headquarters

HQ city

Zaragoza

HQ country

Spain

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Master's Degree Programs (ZLOG, MDSC, ZLOGb): Tuition fees from full-time on-campus master programs (€24,300 ZLOG total), blended format (€17,700 academic materials), and part-time MDSC program (€9,500). Includes scholarships covering 20-50% of tuition for ZLOG and up to 30% for MDSC.
2. PhD Program: Annual tuition of €12,000 for 3 years. ZLC may cover full tuition and provide monthly stipends for selected candidates who serve as Teaching Assistants or Research Assistants.
3. Executive Education and Corporate Training: Customized executive training programs for companies, professional open enrollment courses (Leadership program €1,970), and PhD Summer Academy (€975). Financial aid available covering up to 70% of tuition with grace period.
4. MITx MicroMasters Program: Five online courses available free of charge with optional Verified Certificates ($199-$299 per course). Comprehensive exam fee of $299. Total approximately $1,500 for all courses and exam together.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Zaragoza Logistics Center (ZLC) delivers graduate-level educational programs in logistics and supply chain management, including on-campus and blended master's degrees (ZLOG, ZLOGb), a part-time Spanish-language MDSC master, dual-degree MBAs with IE and INCAE, the MITx MicroMasters credential on edX, a 3-year PhD with MIT research residency, and customized corporate executive education. Programs are jointly credentialed by the University of Zaragoza and the MIT Global SCALE Network, with a 3-week MIT campus immersion.

Product overview

Zaragoza Logistics Center (ZLC) is an educational institution offering a portfolio of academic programs in logistics and supply chain management. The core offerings include the MIT SCALE Master in Logistics (ZLOG) - an on-campus 9-month program ranked #1 worldwide, the ZLOGb blended variant combining online MITx courses with campus intensives, the MDSC Master in Spanish (part-time for professionals), dual-degree MBA programs with IE and INCAE business schools, the MITx MicroMasters online credential, a 3-year PhD with MIT research stay, and the PhD Summer Academy. Executive education includes customized corporate training and open professional programs. The Leadership program with UPF-BSM rounds out offerings. Programs span from full-time residential to part-time executive formats, with tuitions ranging from €9,500 to €24,300.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• MIT SCALE Master in Logistics and Supply Chain Management (ZLOG) A 9-month on-campus Master's program ranked #1 in Logistics worldwide, including 3 weeks at MIT in Boston. Awards degree from University of Zaragoza and MIT SCALE certificate. 90 ECTS. Tuition €24,300 with scholarships covering 20-50% of tuition.
• MIT SCALE Blended Master in Logistics and Supply Chain (ZLOGb) An 18-month hybrid program combining 5 MITx MicroMasters online courses with on-campus intensives at MIT (3 weeks) and ZLC (1 semester). Awards University of Zaragoza degree and MIT SCALE certificate. Tuition €17,700.
• Master in Supply Chain Management (MDSC): Strategy and Intelligent Transformation A part-time Spanish-language Master's program (90% Spanish, 10% English) designed for working professionals. Duration 9 months, part-time format 4-8:30pm. 60 ECTS. Awards University of Zaragoza degree. Tuition €9,500.
• MBA in Supply Chain Management (Dual Degree) Dual-degree programs combining Master of Engineering in Logistics and SCM with an International MBA. Partner institutions: IE Business School (Spain, agreement 2006) and INCAE Business School (Costa Rica, agreement 2007).
• MITx MicroMasters in Supply Chain Management Five online courses (SC0x through SC4x) plus proctored exam delivered on edX platform. Equivalent to one semester of MIT study and serves as pathway to the ZLOGb blended Master's program. Courses free; Verified Certificates $199-299 each.
• PhD in Logistics and Supply Chain Management A 3-year full-time doctoral program with research stay at MIT Boston. Awards official PhD diploma from University of Zaragoza and certificate from MIT Global SCALE Network. Tuition €12,000/year with teaching and research assistantship opportunities.
• PhD Summer Academy A 2-week intensive residential program for PhD students and young researchers covering Freight Transport, Data-driven Optimization, Supply Chain Network Design, and Humanitarian Logistics. Faculty from University of Liverpool, TU Munich, Saarland University, and Northeastern University. Tuition €975.
• Customized Executive Education for Companies Tailored executive training programs for organizations covering Advanced Inventory Management, Demand Planning, S&OP, Warehouse Optimization, Supply Chain Collaboration, Risk and Resilience, Distribution and Transport, Digitalization, Big Data, and Lean Management. Delivered on-campus or online.
• Open Programs for Professionals Open enrollment executive programs for supply chain professionals including courses such as Sales & Operations Planning (Online Live) and Warehouse and Logistics Facilities Management. Delivered online live or on-campus with flexible formats.
• Leadership in Logistics and Supply Chain Joint program with UPF Barcelona School of Management. A 30-hour online live course covering strategic management, logistics fundamentals, digital transformation (AI, Blockchain, IoT), innovation, sustainability/ESG, and financial perspectives. Tuition €1,970. Part-time format.

Quantifiable outcome

• 90% of students significantly improve their professional position after graduation
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers18 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

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AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

AI capability5 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

14 partnerships are on record, tiered core, flagship and strategic.

• MIT Center for Transportation & LogisticscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerZLC is part of the MIT Global SCALE Network, an international alliance led by MIT Center for Transportation & Logistics dedicated to supply chain development and innovation. Students benefit from 3-week immersion at MIT campus in Boston.
• University of ZaragozacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAffiliated institution providing academic credentials and degree certification for ZLC programs. Home to ZLC campus facilities.
• Government of AragonflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerInitiative of the Government of Aragon to establish ZLC as a center of excellence in logistics education and research.
• InditexflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerBoard of Trustees member and supporter of ZLC. Major fashion retail company with significant logistics operations.
• IE Business SchoolcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDual-degree MBA program agreement signed in 2006. Located in Madrid, Spain. Combined logistics expertise with international MBA.
• INCAE Business SchoolcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDual-degree MBA program agreement signed in 2007. Founded in 1964 by Harvard University. Located in Costa Rica.
• Aragón Plataforma LogísticastrategicStrategic or Co-development PartnerEstablished a chair to strengthen Aragón's logistics strategy. Joint initiative for logistics research and education in the region.
• MELYTstrategicStrategic or Co-development PartnerStrategic agreement to promote female leadership in logistics through joint initiatives and programs.
• UPF Barcelona School of Management (UPF-BSM)strategicStrategic or Co-development PartnerJoint executive program 'Leadership in Logistics and Supply Chain' combining ZLC's logistics expertise with UPF-BSM's management education. 30-hour Online Live program.
• ToyotacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCompany partner with faculty involvement (Víctor Domínguez). Part of 500+ strategic alliances with companies and institutions.
• SAICAcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCompany partner with faculty involvement (Ricardo Cañavate). Part of strategic alliances network for student recruitment and industry projects.
• AmazoncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerStrategic company partner hiring ZLC alumni. Part of recruiting activities and industry collaboration.
• DHLcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGlobal logistics company partner for recruiting and industry projects.
• PfizercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPharmaceutical company partner with alumni in key positions (Andrea Martínez - Director Global Transport Command Center).

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Kühne Logistics University: Specialized graduate school in Hamburg, Germany offering Master's and PhD programs in logistics and supply chain management with strong corporate backing (Kühne+Nagel). Most structurally comparable peer to ZLC given its specialized SCM focus, master's-level programs, and global student base.
• MIT Center for Transportation & Logistics: The lead institution of the MIT Global SCALE Network that ZLC belongs to. Offers the MIT SCM Master, MicroMasters, and executive education at the MIT campus in Cambridge, and is the parent/partner whose curriculum ZLC largely delivers in Europe.
• Cranfield School of Management: UK-based school offering Master's in Logistics and Supply Chain Management as well as executive education. Competes directly with ZLC for European SCM talent and corporate training engagements with a similarly applied, industry-linked focus.
• Rotterdam School of Management (Erasmus University): Dutch business school with strong SCM and operations management programs at master's and executive levels. Competes for European SCM master's candidates and corporate executive education, with similar industry partnership models.
• Georgia Tech Supply Chain Engineering: US-based program offering specialized SCM Master's and PhD with strong industry ties. Comparable to ZLC in academic depth, applied research output, and executive training focus on supply chain analytics and digitalization.
• Kelley School of Business (Indiana University): Top-ranked US business school with a long-standing SCM MBAn and executive programs. Competes for global SCM master's students and corporate training; comparable in curriculum breadth (analytics, operations, digitalization) and corporate partnerships.
• Smeal College of Business (Penn State): US business school with prominent SCM program offering master's and executive education. Comparable in applied SCM focus, research output, and corporate recruiting pipeline to leading multinationals.
• INCAE Business School: Latin American business school founded by Harvard with which ZLC has a dual-degree MBA partnership since 2007. Comparable in graduate management/SCM offerings, executive education, and international student body, primarily serving the Americas.
• IE Business School: Madrid-based business school with dual-degree MBA partnership with ZLC since 2006. Comparable in offering international MBAs and SCM-focused programs, and competes for Spanish-speaking European and Latin American candidates.

Broad incumbents

• MIT Sloan School of Management: Top-tier US business school offering SCM MBAs, the SCM Master, and broad executive education at much larger scale. Provides the broader MIT brand umbrella that ZLC leverages; competes for the same corporate training budgets and high-caliber SCM candidates.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Profiles10 records

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