Logistics offers a number of career opportunities – from direct entry into the field to a more academic path. Choosing the right path for you depends entirely on your personality and goals. Considering a few questions beforehand can help you achieve your goal. Juliane Bellstedt has completed her training as a shipping agent and works as an operations manager at SAL Heavy Lift. Markus Ahlfeld, Head of Human Resources at Lloyd Werft, describes how different the career paths can be, the experiences that shape them and the advantages and disadvantages of training vs studying.