Planning of international supply chains (5 cr)

Objective

You understand the components of international supply chains (functions, operators/players) and are able to describe them verbally and graphically.
You are able to apply modern technology to assist the different operations in an international supply chain.
You understand the connection between the different operations in the supply chains.

Content

What functions/operations are there in the international supply chains?
What operatoes are involved in the international supply chains?
What technologies can be/are used to assist the operations in international supply chains?
How to describe the international supply chains verbally and graphically?

Course material

Relevant logistics/SCM literature.

Study forms and methods

The course will have a few facilitating contact lessons (class or distant); otherwise the course is executed in form of a a large group assignment, mainly carried out outside the classes. The course will be graded based on the group assignment. In the assignment the students will plan one end-to-end, international supply chain including its operations, operators, technical tools etc.

RDI and work-related cooperation

If wished, the assignment can be written of a real company case; added by potential imaginary elements.

Timing of exams and assignments

No exam

International cooperation

Course is potentially joined by exchange and/or double degree students. The assignment has a mandatory international focus.

Evaluation scale

1-5

Assessment methods and criteria

The course will be evaluated based on the large group assignment. No exam.