E-Commerce and Distribution (5 cr)

Code: LC00EG80-3003

General information

Enrollment: 02.05.2023 - 13.08.2023
Registration for the implementation has ended.

Timing: 28.08.2023 - 05.12.2023
Implementation has ended.

Number of ECTS credits allocated: 5 cr

Virtual portion: 2 cr

Unit: (2019-2024) School of Business

Campus: Leiritie 1

Teaching languages: English

Seats: 20 - 35

Degree programmes: Degree Programme in International Business and Logistics; Economics and Business Administration; Degree Programme in European Business Administration

Teachers: Suvi Moll

Teacher in charge: Suvi Moll

Groups: LXC22_SCM
LXC22_SupplyChainManagement; LB21_H
Incoming DD HTW Saarbrücken; LB20_H
Incoming DD HTW Saarbrücken

Course: LC00EG80

Implementation has 17 reservations. Total duration of reservations is 43 h 30 min.

Time	Topic	Location
Tue 29.08.2023 time 08:00 - 11:00 (3 h 0 min)	E-Commerce and Distribution LC00EG80-3003	MMC310 Oppimistila
Tue 05.09.2023 time 08:00 - 11:00 (3 h 0 min)	E-Commerce and Distribution LC00EG80-3003	MMA111b Oppimistila
Tue 12.09.2023 time 09:00 - 10:30 (1 h 30 min)	E-Commerce and Distribution LC00EG80-3003 ONLINE
Tue 19.09.2023 time 08:00 - 11:00 (3 h 0 min)	E-Commerce and Distribution LC00EG80-3003	MMA103 Oppimistila
Tue 19.09.2023 time 14:00 - 16:00 (2 h 0 min)	E-Commerce and Distribution LC00EG80-3003	MMC240 Oppimistila
Tue 03.10.2023 time 08:15 - 11:00 (2 h 45 min)	E-Commerce and Distribution LC00EG80-3003	MMA103 Oppimistila
Tue 10.10.2023 time 08:00 - 11:00 (3 h 0 min)	E-Commerce and Distribution LC00EG80-3003	MMA103 Oppimistila
Tue 10.10.2023 time 14:00 - 16:00 (2 h 0 min)	E-Commerce and Distribution LC00EG80-3003	MMC354 Oppimistila
Tue 24.10.2023 time 08:15 - 11:00 (2 h 45 min)	E-Commerce and Distribution LC00EG80-3003	MMC314 IT-Tila
Tue 31.10.2023 time 08:00 - 11:00 (3 h 0 min)	E-Commerce and Distribution LC00EG80-3003	MMC314 IT-Tila
Tue 07.11.2023 time 09:30 - 11:00 (1 h 30 min)	E-Commerce and Distribution LC00EG80-3003	MMA103 Oppimistila
Tue 14.11.2023 time 08:00 - 11:00 (3 h 0 min)	E-Commerce and Distribution LC00EG80-3003	MMA103 Oppimistila
Tue 21.11.2023 time 08:00 - 11:00 (3 h 0 min)	E-Commerce and Distribution LC00EG80-3003	MMA103 Oppimistila
Tue 21.11.2023 time 14:00 - 16:00 (2 h 0 min)	E-Commerce and Distribution LC00EG80-3003	MMC240 Oppimistila
Tue 28.11.2023 time 08:00 - 11:00 (3 h 0 min)	E-Commerce and Distribution LC00EG80-3003	MMA103 Oppimistila MMB331 IT-Tila, CAD
Tue 05.12.2023 time 08:30 - 11:00 (2 h 30 min)	E-Commerce and Distribution LC00EG80-3003	MMB331 IT-Tila, CAD
Tue 12.12.2023 time 08:30 - 11:00 (2 h 30 min)	E-Commerce and Distribution LC00EG80-3003	MMB331 IT-Tila, CAD

Changes to reservations may be possible.

Objective

The student understands the differences of e-commerce and traditional order-delivery processes in retail and B2B deliveries in industry.

The student recognizes the main distribution channels and warehousing models and is able to analyse benefits and sustainability of different delivery options and transportation modes. The student understands how distribution, warehousing and packaging related technology and automation is applied in various industries and in retail.

The student is able to perform order-delivery process by using an ERP- system and understands how transport and location planning systems are utilized for more sustainable and efficient distribution.

Content

- Order-delivery processes in retail and industry
- E-commerce order-delivery process
- Channels of distribution, omni- and multichannel logistics
- Main activities and safety in distribution/logistics centres, warehouses and terminals
- Packaging and labelling activities and innovations
- Information systems and technologies of distribution
- Sales and distribution process in an ERP-system
- Location and transport route planning systems
- Third-party logistics and Value-added logistics services

Location and time

The classes are held mostly at the campus. Some lectures / assignments might be held online. The course can not be completed fully online. In some classes obligatory attendance at Myyrmäki campus.

Materials

The handbook of logistics and distribution management : understanding the supply chain
Rushton, Alan, Croucher, Phil, Baker, Peter, 2022 (or previous editions)
Other literature will be announced in the beginning of the course.

Teaching methods

Problem-based learning cases
Virtual learning platform
Individual and group assignments
SAP assignment in computer class

Completion alternatives

No alternative completion methods. The course can not be completed fully online. In some classes obligatory attendance at Myyrmäki campus.

Further information

Those lectures that are hold online might be recorded. Metropolia GDPR and Data Privacy policies are respected. See more information:
https://www.metropolia.fi/en/about-us/data-protection-and-gdpr

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.