Intendierte Lernergebnisse
The objectives of the course are the following: 1. Give participants a framework and a common “language” to understand the problems and the challenges which an Operations or Logistics Manager has to face on the job. 2. Give participants an understanding of the strategic relevance of Operations Management and Logistics. 3. Give participants an understanding of the main decisions (strategic, tactical and operative) in Operations Management and Logistics. 4. Give participants an understanding of the main OM principles, techniques and tools to analyze, diagnose and then to improve processes. 5. Give participants the opportunity to improve their practical and applied skills using case studies and practical examples. 6. Make participants improve their analytical and teamwork skills
Lehrmethodik inkl. Einsatz von eLearning-Tools
The course follows a dual approach: On one hand, students study theoretical concepts, tools and techniques of operations and logistics management based on lectures and exercises. On the other hand, students have the opportunity to apply all concepts in case studies and practical exercises.We will make use of the e-learning platform Moodle, a simulated supply chain game online, and standard office applications (i.e. Excel).
Inhalt/e
This course further elaborates on the contents of the corresponding lecture "Operations Management and Logistics I" through the use of case studies and as practical examples and applied exercises.
Literatur
Chopra & Meindl (2015): Supply Chain Management: Strategy, Planning and Operation; Pearson; BostonSlack & Lewis (2017): Operations Strategy; Pearson; Harlow, England