Supply Chain Management (5 cr)
Code: LA00EH57-3005
General information
Enrollment
07.12.2022 - 08.01.2023
Timing
17.01.2023 - 09.05.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
School of Business
Campus
Leiritie 1
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
20 - 35
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in European Business Administration
Teachers
- Heikki Heponiemi
Teacher in charge
Suvi Moll
Groups
-
LXA22_AHalf of LXA22 cohorts present, GROUP A
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 impact of logistics on the competitiveness of the companies and economies.
the role of technology and sustainability in supply chain management
career opportunities, skills and expertise required in field of logistics and supply chain management.
The student is able to apply:
process thinking and process mapping tools when describing company’s main processes.
main key performance indicators in order to develop logistics and supply chain activities.
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, Chapters: 1,5,7,8,9,10,11
David B. Grant: Logistics Management, Pearson 2012, Chapters: 1, 3,4,5,6,8
Joëlle Morena: Logistics, 2018 available online in O'Reilly Safari Online
Martin Christopher: Logistics & Supply Chain Management, 5th Edition 2016 available online in O'Reilly Safari Online
Incoterms 2020 : ICC rules for the use of domestic and international trade terms
Teaching methods
Interactive lectures and exercises
Group and individual assignments
REAL GAME simulation
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 their 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 their 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
Moodle Quizzes 20%
Exam 30% (Moodle-exam by computer)
Participation in REAL GAME simulation
Group group assignment 30%
Individual assignment 20%