Supply Chain Management (5cr)
Code: C-10065-LC00EG61-3019
General information
- Enrollment
- 04.05.2026 - 18.07.2027
- Registration for introductions has not started yet.
- Timing
- 01.08.2026 - 31.07.2027
- The implementation has not yet started.
- Number of ECTS credits allocated
- 5 cr
- Institution
- Metropolia University of Applied Sciences, Myllypurontie 1
- Teaching languages
- English
- Seats
- 0 - 100
- Course
- C-10065-LC00EG61
Unfortunately, no reservations were found for the realization Supply Chain Management C-10065-LC00EG61-3019. It's possible that the reservations have not yet been published or that the realization is intended to be completed independently.
Evaluation scale
0-5
Objective
On completion of the course, the student
• understands the goals and importance of supply chain management and the key logistical functions and decisions affecting the company in an international business environment
• comprehends the impact of logistics on the competitiveness of companies and economies
• understands the role of technology and sustainability in supply chain management
• is aware of the knowledge and skills required in the field of logistics and supply chain management
• can apply process thinking and process mapping tools when describing a company's processes
• is able to apply key performance indicators to develop logistics and supply chain operations.
Content
• Key concepts and functions of logistics and supply chain management
• Basic concepts of international logistics and trade
• Main logistics and supply chain costs and key performance indicators
• Process thinking and process mapping
• Sustainability and role of technology in supply chains and logistics
• Logistics and supply chain management as a career
Location and time
No lectures are arranged for the course; instead, students progress independently in the Moodle workspace by working with the materials and assignments.
The final examination is held on campus. It is not possible to complete the examination online.
Materials
John Mangan and Chandra Lalwani: Global logistics and supply chain management, (2016) Wiley, 3rd edition, Chapters: 1,5,7,8,9,10,11
David B. Grant: Logistics Management, Pearson 2012, Chapters: 1, 3,4,5,6,8
Joëlle Morena: Logistics, 2018 available online in O'Reilly Safari Online
Martin Christopher: Logistics & Supply Chain Management, 5th Edition 2016 available online in O'Reilly Safari Online
Incoterms 2020 : ICC rules for the use of domestic and international trade terms
Teaching methods
Individual assignments (Excel and MS Visio)
Moodle examinations
Independent study
Note: The final examination will be held on campus. It is not possible to complete the examination online.
Employer connections
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Exam schedules
You may register for the examination on a continuous (non-stop) basis once all assignments in the Moodle workspace have been completed.
Exam Information
The exam must be taken in an EXAM room on campus. You can complete it at any Metropolia campus or at another university that uses the EXAM system (exam visit). Taking the exam online is not possible. Remember to book your exam slot in advance through the EXAM system.
Students from other universities must ensure their institution is part of the EXAM consortium (see your university’s EXAM visit instructions). Otherwise the exam needs to be taken at the Metropolia campus.
International connections
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Completion alternatives
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Student workload
1 cr = 27 h