Opinto-opas

Objective

The student is able to describe how the supply chain processes and material, money and information flows of the company are integrated into the business processes of the suppliers and customers. He/she can analyze supply chain management strategies and challenges as well as apply them in business development. The significance of information systems and technologies to effective supply chain development is understood. Student knows how to apply lean and agile management in developing business processes. Furthermore, the student is familiar with international transportation systems and is able to compare different transportation modes and route options. He/she can measure logistics costs and apply key performance indicators of the supply chain management.

Content

- Definition of supply chain management SCM and demand chain management DCM
- Process management
- Supply chain integration and networks
- Key performance indicators of SCM
- Management of Information
- Outsourcing of logistics
- International transportation
- Lean and agile management
- Managing supply chain risks
- New demands and trends in SCM (e.g. retail supply chain, green supply chain, service industries and event management, non-profit organizations and projects).

Evaluation scale

0-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Sufficient performance: has completed basic requirements to pass the course and has made an attempt to apply and articulate concepts and information both verbally and in writing but has not made enough effort overall. The student has demonstrated little effort, interest and motivation for individual or team activities / assignments and the output is rather weak.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Good overall performance: can apply and articulate concepts and information well both verbally and in writing, certain areas of individual or team output require further attention; shows appropriate level of interest and motivation in individual and team activities. Good presentation delivery and analysis.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Excellent performance in all elements of the course: shows interest and motivation in individual and team activities and assignments, fully applies and clearly articulates concepts and information both verbally and in writing. The student is able to support his/her argument with references to the recommended reading and lecture content. Excellent presentation delivery and analysis.

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Sufficient performance: has completed basic requirements to pass the course and has made an attempt to apply and articulate concepts and information both verbally and in writing but has not made enough effort overall. The student has demonstrated little effort, interest and motivation for individual or team activities / assignments and the output is rather weak.

Further information

The language of tuition is English.

The course is assessed on the 0 (failed) – 5 (excellent) grading scale.