| Learning objectives |
Upon successful completion of this course,
students will be able to demonstrate the following knowledge,
skills, and competencies:
- Select and apply relevant theories, models, and methods to
analyze a defined research question.
- Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the potentials and
limitations of the chosen theories, models, and methods.
- Formulate a well-defined research question within the program’s
subject area (i.e., supply chain management) to guide the final
project.
- Conduct a literature review and position the research within
the existing body of knowledge.
- Develop, critically assess and apply research methodologies,
including data collection and analysis.
- Present academically substantiated and documented
conclusions.
- Communicate research findings effectively.
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| Course prerequisites |
| In order to participate in the oral defense of
the thesis, the student must have passed or be enrolled in all
other examinations in the program. |
| Examination |
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Final
Project:
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| Exam
ECTS |
15 |
| Examination form |
Oral exam based on written product
In order to participate in the oral exam, the written product
must be handed in before the oral exam; by the set deadline. The
grade is based on an overall assessment of the written product and
the individual oral performance, see also the rules about
examination forms in the programme regulations. |
| Individual or group exam |
Individual oral exam based on written group
product |
| Number of people in the group |
2 |
| Size of written product |
Max. 80 pages |
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The size of the project is the same for groups
(max. 2 participants) and individuals.
The Final Project can also be written on an individual
basis. |
| Assignment type |
Graduate Diploma project |
| Duration |
Written product to be submitted on specified date and
time.
45 min. per student, including examiners' discussion of grade,
and informing plus explaining the grade |
| Grading scale |
7-point grading scale
The student’s spelling and writing skills are taken into
consideration in the overall assessment of the examination
performance, but the academic content is given the highest
weight. |
| Examiner(s) |
Internal examiner and external examiner |
| Exam period |
Summer and Summer, For information relating to
the exam please go to:
https://eksamen.cbs.dk/
(Digital Exam). |
| 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/
Exam dates: TBA
The retake exam shall be based on the same project as the ordinary
exam:
-If a student fails the oral exam (either individual or in a
group), they will receive feedback from the supervisor before
submitting a revised project for the retake exam.
The student has the option of either writing a new project or
improving the existing one, if feasible.
The student may receive an additional 2 hours of supervision when
taking the final project retake exam. This is only available if the
student has used all of the supervision hours allotted for the
ordinary exam and the student has made one attempt at the ordinary
exam.
The retake exam will be held in August/September. In the event of
withdrawal or failure to attend the ordinary exam, students will
automatically be registered for the retake exam. |
Description of the exam
procedure
The student begins the exam with a presentation and reflection
on the project (approximately 5-10 minutes). The remainder of the
time in the room is spent in dialog between the
supervisor/examiner, the external examiner, and the author of the
assignment.
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| Course content, structure and pedagogical
approach |
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The Final Project begins with a workshop to review the project
requirements and provide guidance on the project work. The work
plan and method for the project work is determined by the
student(s). The student(s) prepare(s) a plan for identifying,
substantiating and analyzing a complex issue in the subject area of
this course (i.e., supply chain management). A specific problem
within this subject area will be formulated. The student(s) will be
assigned a supervisor who will provide guidance throughout the
process. The supervisor also serves as the examiner. Additional
workshops are provided to help the student strengthen the various
project-related areas.
The student may receive an additional 2 hours of supervision when
taking the final project retake exam. This is only available if the
student has used all of the supervision hours allotted for the
regular exam and the student has made one attempt at the regular
exam.
The purpose of the Final Project is to provide students with an
opportunity to focus on solving a problem in the subject area of
the course, to which the scientific perspectives, theories, models
and methods acquired by the student can be applied.
The aim of the Final Project is to provide students with an
overview of the theories, models and methods of the program, to
demonstrate the ability to apply them and to reflect on their
potential and limitations. In addition, it is designed to train
students to work independently on a complex, academically relevant
problem. Finally, the goal is for students to receive training in
communicating a complex issue in the area of the course, method,
analysis, and conclusion, both in written and oral
communication.
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| Description of the teaching methods |
A combination of on-campus and online teaching.
Information meeting, kick-off workshop, additional project
workshops on methodology and approaches as well as individual/group
guidance |
| Feedback during the teaching period |
All individuals/ groups will have 12 hours of
supervision.
Regular individual / group supervision during course.
This includes the time spent on preparation, communication and
administration by the supervisor.
Supervision must be held within the ordinary deadline for
submission.
Short feedback on performance after exams. |
| Student workload |
| Preparation including hours for participation in workshops and
for preparation for supervision |
392 hours |
| Hours for participation in supervision with supervisors |
12 hours |
| Exam including preparation and presentation |
8 hours |
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| Further Information |
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The course will be offered in Spring 2025; Teaching
dates, times and materials are not available yet.
For more information, please contact the Department of Operations
Management.
Information about the course can be found
on: canvas.cbs.dk
Course coordinator: Andreas Wieland
awi.om@cbs.dk
Program administrator: Pernille
Nielsen pen.om@cbs.dk
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