Designing and managing the global supply chain
Course code
SCM605
Course type
MSc Course
Weekly Hours
2,5
ECTS
5.0
Term
FS 2021
Language
Englisch
Lecturers
Prof. Dr. Stefan Spinler
Please note that exchange students obtain a higher number of credits in the BSc-program at WHU than listed here. For further information please contact directly the International Relations Office.
Course content
The following topics will be addressed: supply chain strategy, the pillars of the supply chain strategy (network, inventory, transportation, information), sustainable supply chains, risk management in global supply chains
Class dates
| Date | Time |
|---|---|
| Wednesday, 06.01.2021 | 15:30 - 18:45 |
| Friday, 15.01.2021 | 11:30 - 13:00 |
| Tuesday, 19.01.2021 | 11:30 - 15:15 |
| Wednesday, 27.01.2021 | 08:00 - 11:15 |
| Monday, 01.02.2021 | 09:30 - 11:15 |
| Wednesday, 17.02.2021 | 15:30 - 18:45 |
| Monday, 22.02.2021 | 08:00 - 11:15 |
| Wednesday, 24.02.2021 | 08:00 - 11:15 |
| Friday, 26.02.2021 | 09:45 - 11:15 |
| Wednesday, 03.03.2021 | 13:00 - 14:30 |
Learning outcomes
Mathematical programming, simulation, transaction costs theory
Literature
For some sessions, there is an associated research paper or consulting report which is recommended reading. Further literature will be provided for your perusal on moodle.
Exam
Final grade will be based on two case studies (40%) and a final paper (no more than 10 pages)
Requirements
Prior knowledge of basic Operations Management, Statistics and Optimization in helpful
Total workload
150