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2023/2024  DIP-DSCHO1004U  Operations & Logistics Planning

English Title
Operations & Logistics Planning

Course information

Language English
Course ECTS 5 ECTS
Type Mandatory
Level Graduate Diploma
Duration One Semester
Start time of the course Autumn, Autumn
Timetable Course schedule will be posted at calendar.cbs.dk
Study board
Study Board for Graduate Diploma in Business Administration (part 2)
Course coordinator
  • Andreas Wieland - Department of Operations Management (OM)
  • Marin Jovanovic - Department of Operations Management (OM)
Study administration for HD SCM: HDSCM@cbs.dk
Main academic disciplines
  • Supply chain management and logistics
Teaching methods
  • Blended learning
Last updated on 24-05-2023

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Learning objectives
Upon completion of this course, students will have acquired a comprehensive understanding of research-based theories, methods, and models that pertain to operations and logistics management. Through a systematic examination of these concepts, students will develop the ability to apply them to specific organizational problems, and understand the theoretical and practical implications of their application in various contexts. Specifically, students will be able to:

• Utilize the research-based theories, methods, and models covered in the course to critically analyze complex operations and logistics management problems.
• Select and critically evaluate relevant frameworks to analyze operations and logistics management problems.
• Synthesize and justify optimal solutions for identified problems through a logical and evidence-based approach.
• Assess the theoretical and practical implications of the design and management of internal and external supply chains.
• Participate in professional collaboration with internal and external partners with a high level of autonomy and effectiveness.
Examination
Operations and Logistics Planning:
Exam ECTS 5
Examination form Oral exam
Individual or group exam Individual exam
Duration 20 min. per student, including examiners' discussion of grade, and informing plus explaining the grade
Preparation time With the listed preparation time: 20 Minutes
Grading scale 7-point grading scale
Examiner(s) Internal examiner and second internal examiner
Exam period Autumn, For information relating to the exam please go to: https://eksamen.cbs.dk/ (Digital Exam).
Aids Closed book
The student is only allowed to bring simple writing and drawing utensils (non-digital) to the preparation room. Students are not allowed to communicate with others during the preparation time.
Make-up exam/re-exam
Same examination form as the ordinary exam
For information relating to the exam please go to: https://eksamen.cbs.dk/ (Digital Exam).
Description of the exam procedure

The basis for the oral examination will be a randomly selected exam question by the student, which pertains to the course content. The exam question will serve as the foundation for the entire oral examination and will assess the student's ability to apply the principles, theories, and concepts of operations management within real and hypothetical contexts of operations and logistics management. This will demonstrate the student's comprehension and application of the course material.

Course content, structure and pedagogical approach

The Operations & Logistics Planning course is a comprehensive examination of decision-making within the realm of operations management. The primary objective of the course is to provide students with a thorough understanding of the principles, theories, and concepts of operations management and how they can be applied to enhance operational effectiveness within various organizations. The course will explore the intricacies of managing a firm, including the trade-offs associated with a range of interrelated decisions that have a significant impact on a firm's performance, such as cost, quality, flexibility, dependability, speed, innovation, and sustainability.

 

The course will cover a range of central issues, including operations strategy, inventory management, managing capacity, process management and Business Process Reengineering (BPR), lean operations and agile operations, quality management and process control, and Statistical Process Control (SPC). Additionally, the course will also examine the concepts of modularity, product, service, and digital processes, and industrial digital platforms. Overall, the course aims to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the various aspects of operations and logistics planning.

Description of the teaching methods
The course will be delivered utilizing a blended learning format, which requires students to engage in preparatory activities prior to each in-class session. These activities include, but are not limited to, reading course materials and engaging with a diverse range of online resources such as case studies, videos, business simulations, and exercises.

The course is designed to build on conceptual frameworks and quantitative tools and techniques for solving operations problems. The course curriculum will comprise of lectures, case discussions, group presentations, simulations, and workshops. Active participation and preparation on the part of the students is expected throughout the course. In-class sessions will primarily focus on interactive activities that facilitate the development of knowledge, competencies, and skills as outlined in the course learning objectives. This includes, but is not limited to, problem-solving, analysis, and reflection on exercises and cases of varying depth and complexity. Additionally, students' professional experiences and examples will be integrated throughout the course in discussions.
Feedback during the teaching period
- In-class evaluations and online assessments pertaining to individual and group assignments will be conducted on a regular basis to provide feedback on student performance.
- Office hours will be made available for students to receive personalized feedback on their work and progress throughout the course.
Student workload
Hours of teaching 24 hours
Preparation outside class 92 hours
Further Information

The course consists of a total of 24 lessons (5 ECTS).

 

For information relating to the course please go to: canvas.cbs.dk

 

For further information, please contact the Department of Operations Management


Course Coordinator: Marin Jovanovic, mjo.om@cbs.dk and Andreas Wieland, awi.om@cbs.dk

Teachers: Marin Jovanovic, mjo.om@cbs.dk, Andreas Wieland, awi.om@cbs.dk 
Programme Administrator: Gitte Østergaard goe.om@cbs.dk

Expected literature

Paton, S., Clegg, B., Hsuan, J., & Pilkington, A. (2021). Operations Management. (2. ed.) McGraw-Hill.

 

In addition to the course materials, case studies and articles relevant to the course content will be made available on the Canvas for students to utilize in their preparation and understanding of the course material.

 

Last updated on 24-05-2023