Please note! Course description is confirmed for two academic years, which means that in general, e.g. Learning outcomes, assessment methods and key content stays unchanged. However, via course syllabus, it is possible to specify or change the course execution in each realization of the course, such as how the contact sessions are organized, assessment methods weighted or materials used.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Learning outcomes for this course, upon successful completion, include the ability to: 1) understand the concepts and characteristics of global supply networks and evaluate their key performance drivers, 2) assess the synergies and trade-offs between supply network decisions and other functions of the firm such as marketing, HR, operations, accounting and finance, 3) address the coordination challenges that exist across supply networks and the barriers to collaboration, innovation and sustainability in global supply networks, and 4) identify and evaluate improvement opportunities that exist within supply networks in different industries; and propose alternatives that address the needs of involved stakeholders.
Credits: 6
Schedule: 15.02.2021 - 05.03.2021
Teacher in charge (valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022): Joan Lofgren
Teacher in charge (applies in this implementation): Bruno Silvestre
Contact information for the course (applies in this implementation):
CEFR level (applies in this implementation):
Language of instruction and studies (valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022):
Teaching language: English
Languages of study attainment: English
CONTENT, ASSESSMENT AND WORKLOAD
Content
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
A supply network is a sequence of value-adding activities performed by firms that range from sourcing the most basic raw materials from suppliers to delivering goods/services to the final consumer, including post-sale service activities. The coordination and integration of functions across the entire network are fundamental requirements, especially in global supply networks, where complexity and uncertainty levels are much higher. Therefore, effectively managing the supply network is a central issue for all levels of management in all types of industries. As global supply networks increase their reach and complexity, the demand for professionals with the capabilities and skills to manage them will continue to increase. This course aims to engage students in this discussion and exposes them to a variety of key issues associated with the management of global supply network such as: sourcing, operations, logistics, coordination, integration, collaboration, innovation, sustainability and the strategic implications of supply network decisions.
DETAILS
Prerequisites
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
none
- Teacher: Hänninen Sauli