Opinto-opas

Objective

The student understands the objectives and importance of supply chain management and what are the main logistics activities and decisions that companies are involved with in international business environment.

The student is able to assess the impact of logistics on the competitiveness of the companies and economies and identify key performance indicators in order to develop logistics and supply chain activities.

The student is able to apply process thinking and process mapping tools when describing company’s main processes.

The student understands the role of technology and sustainability in supply chain management and recognizes career opportunities, skills and expertise required in the field of logistics and supply chain management.

Content

- Key concepts and functions of logistics and supply chain management
- Basic concepts of international logistics and trade
- Main logistics and supply chain costs and key performance indicators
- Process thinking and process mapping
- Sustainability and role of technology in supply chains and logistics
- Logistics and Supply chain management as a career

Materials

John Mangan and Chandra Lalwani: Global logistics and supply chain management, (2016) Wiley, 3rd edition

David B. Grant: Logistics Management, Pearson 2012

A. Harrison and R. van Hoek: Logistics Management and Strategy, Competing through the supply chain, 4th edition 2011

M. Christopher: Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Creating Value-Adding Networks, 4th edition 2011

Teaching methods

Interactive lectures and exercises in class
Simulation game REAL GAME (partly online)
Group and individual assignments

Study visit/guest lectures

Further information

It is compulsory to participate 100 % at the game sessions and complete all the assignments.

Evaluation scale

0-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The student has achieved the course objectives fairly. The student will be able to identify, define and use the course subject area’s concepts and models. The student understands the criteria and principles of the expertise development.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

The student has achieved the course objectives well, even though the knowledge and skills need improvement on some areas. The student is able to define the course concepts and models and are able to justify the analysis. The student is able to apply his/her knowledge in leisure, study and work situations. The student understands the importance of expertise in the field of business and is able to analyze his/her own expertise.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The student has achieved the objectives of the course with excellent marks. The student masters commendably the course subject area’s concepts and models. The student is able to make justified and fluent analysis and to present concrete development measures. The student is well prepared to apply his/her knowledge in leisure, study and work situations. The student is able to analyze the business sector expertise and the development of his/her own expertise.

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

The student has achieved the course objectives fairly. The student will be able to identify, define and use the course subject area’s concepts and models. The student understands the criteria and principles of the expertise development.

Assessment methods and criteria

Mid-term exam 30 %
Individual assignment 20 %
REAL GAME simulation and assignments related to it 50 %