Circular economy in SCMLaajuus (5 cr)

Objective

You understand the basic principles of the circular economy.
You understand how the circular economy is integrated into the different stages of the supply chain.
You understand the principles of sustainable procurement and resource management.
You know the different business models of the circular economy.
You understand the impact of circular economy legislation and regulations on supply chains.
You can anticipate future developments and trends in the circular economy.

Content

What are the basic principles and models of the circular economy?
How is the circular economy integrated into the different stages of the supply chain?
What are the principles of sustainable procurement?
How can the circular economy promote the efficient use of resources in supply chains?
What are circular economy business models and how do they affect the structure of the supply chain?
What circular economy legislation and regulations need to be taken into account in supply chains?
What are the future trends and developments in the circular economy?

Evaluation

Students can
a. use professional vocabulary and concepts in an expert way in different situations.
b. assess information sources critically.
c. work as a member of a team in expert positions in the workplace and identify and describe problems in the profession
g. apply critically the ethical principles of the professional field in different situations