Study Guide

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- recognise the current issues and future trends in supply chains and logistics worldwide
- analyse research and case information and apply it within the field of international logistics and supply chains

Implementation and methods of teaching

First part is held by Prof. Graf from University of Applied Sciences Upper Austria. More information about this three day intensive lectures are given when lectures start in September 2019.
Second part consists both lectures and workshops with related assignments.
First part of the course (Prof. Graf) has compulsory attendance.
As an alternative path, the second part, you can be completed through project work which is closely linked with the ongoing RDI projects at LAHTI UAS.

Learning material and recommended literature

A separate list of readins will be given in the beginning of the course.
Recommended reading for orientation:
Future Supply Chain Report (Capgemini)
https://www.capgemini.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/tl_Future_Supply_Chain_2016.pdf
DHL Future Trends Report:
http://www.dhl.com/en/about_us/logistics_insights/dhl_trend_research/trendradar.html#.XHzh14gzbIU
Future State 2030: The global megatrends shaping governments
https://assets.kpmg/content/dam/kpmg/pdf/2014/02/future-state-2030-v3.pdf

Alternative completion methods

As an alternative option for the second part, you may complete the part through project work which is closely linked with the ongoing RDI projects of LAHTI UAS. The project work is agreed with the responsible teacher.

Contents

The course helps student to recognize future trends and issues affecting the field of SC management, as well as help the participant to recognize the future skills and competences needed for individual career development.
After completing the course, the student is able to
- recognize the current issues and future trends in supply chains
- analyse research and case information and apply it within the field of international logistics and supply chains
After completing the course, the student is able to
• recognize future trends in SCs
• analyse research and case information and apply it within the field of international logistics and SCs
The course aims at fostering students:
- comprehension of the entire SC/ logistics process
- comprehension of digitalization, new technologies
- comprehension of international logistics / global mega trends
- comprehension on sustainability
- ability to link the theoretic framework of studies to real life specifics of business/working life and logistics market

Assessment criteria: assessment scale failed/approved

Uses supply chain management professional concepts extensively and communicate on field-specific topics both with expert and non-expert audiences.
Is able to analyse the starting points, needs and take grounds of action.
Is able to work is teams, and justify their actions in accordance
with the ethical principles of the profession.