Curricula

Objectives

Purpose:
‘Things I do, I do understand’ is an old way of saying. On this course you will combine theory and practice with interactive way by using different simulation games. During this course your understanding of supply chain and business entirety will increase. In addition, your ability to make decisions and work effectively as a member of team is developing.

Competences:
Business competences, Communication and team-working, Multidisciplinary competences

Learning outcomes:
You understand the concept of supply chain. You recognize how a network of interdependent organizations manage the flow of materials and information from suppliers to end users. You will gain an overview of business entirety. You can co-operate effectively with team members and make timely decisions.

Content

Concept of supply chain network, business entirety, simulation games.

Time and location

Spring semester 2024.

Learning materials and recommended literature

According the information described on course description, Moodle materials and references used in learning assignments.

Teaching methods

This course is for Logistics Engineering full-time students, group code: TLS23S1.

Contact lessons at Rajakatu and distance lessons using Zoom connections. Moodle learning environment will be used for study materials and assignments. Implementation and learning is based on learning assignments.

Exam dates and retake possibilities

No final exam, instead learning assignments and timetable for assignments will be informed in the beginning of the course.

Alternative completion methods

The admission procedures are described in the degree rule and the study guide. The teacher of the course will give you more information on possible specific course practices.

Student workload

One credit corresponds to an average of 27 hours of work, which means that the load of five credits is approximately 135 hours.

Evaluation scale

Pass/Fail

Evaluation criteria, pass/failed

Student has gained knowledge at all the subjects described in the learning outcomes and has completed all assignments acceptably.

Prerequisites

Knowledge of logistics basis.