Master of Science in Logistics and Transport Management

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1 Programme Syllabus for Master of Science in Logistics and Transport Management 120 higher education credits Second Cycle Established by the Faculty Board of the School of Business, Economics and Law, University of Gothenburg, on November 14, 2006, last revised on February 4, Graduate School School of Business, Economics and Law at University of Gothenburg Vasagatan 1, PO Box 695, SE Göteborg, Sweden ;

2 2 1. Decision and Guidelines The study programme for the Master of Science in Logistics and Transport Management, 120 higher education credits, hec, (equals 120 ECTS credits), was established by the Faculty Board of the School of Business, Economics and Law on November 14, 2006 and last revised on February 4, 2015 (G 2015/97). The programme syllabus applies as from autumn term of General Objectives Second cycle education shall according to the Swedish Higher Education Act (HEA) build on knowledge that students acquire in first cycle education or corresponding knowledge (HEA, Ch. 1:9) The general objectives for a Master (120 credits) are stated in the Higher Education Ordinance. 3. Programme Specific Objectives (learning outcomes) After successfully completing the programme the student shall be able to: Knowledge and understanding demonstrate advanced knowledge and understanding in Logistics and Transport Management, including both broad knowledge of the field and a considerable degree of specialised knowledge in certain areas of the field as well as insight into current research and development work, demonstrate specialized methodological knowledge in Logistics and Transport Management, and demonstrate ability of students to critically evaluate professional practice within the logistics and freight management discipline. Competence and skills demonstrate the ability to critically and systematically integrate knowledge and analyze, assess and deal with complex phenomena, issues and situations even with limited information, demonstrate the ability to identify and formulate issues critically, autonomously and creatively as well as to plan and, using appropriate methods, undertake advanced tasks within predetermined time frames and so contribute to the formation of knowledge as well as the ability to evaluate this work, demonstrate the ability in speech and writing to clearly report and discuss his or her conclusions and the knowledge and arguments on which they are based in dialogue with different audiences, and demonstrate the skills required for participation in research and development work or autonomous employment in some other qualified capacity.

3 3 Judgement and approach demonstrate the ability to make assessments in Logistics and Transport Management informed by relevant disciplinary, social and ethical issues and also to demonstrate awareness of ethical aspects of research and development work, demonstrate insight into the possibilities and limitations of research, its role in society and the responsibility of the individual for how it is used, demonstrate the ability to identify the personal need for further knowledge and take responsibility for his or her ongoing learning, and demonstrate awareness of ethical issues related to Logistics and Transport Management and how their choices affect economic, social and environmental sustainability. 4. Organisation All Graduate School programmes are managed by the Graduate School and governed by the Graduate School Board. Each Graduate School programme has a programme coordinator and a programme advisory committee. 5. Programme Disposition and Content Year 1 Entrance Autumn Term 1 Period 1 and 2 Autumn Term 1 Period 3 and 4 A: Students with less than 30 hec in logistics and transport related courses GM0501 Integrated Logistics GM0519 Sustainable Logistics 7.5 hec or GM0516 Intermodal Freight Transport GM0517 Supply Chain Management GM0518 Operations Management B: Students with more than 30 hec in logistics and transport related courses, corresponding to the courses in A Autumn Term, Periods 1-4 GM0111 International Business and Applied Economics * GM0112 Global Sourcing * GM0803 Strategy and Organization GM0614 Multivariate Data Analysis

4 4 After Term 1, either of the tracks below may be chosen Logistics track Freight Transport track General track Spring Term 2 Period 1 and 2 GM0507 Retailing, Wholesaling and Logistics GM0520 Contemporary Aspects of Operations Management Spring Term 2 Period 3 and 4 GM0511 International Trade and Logistics, GM0508 Shipping Production Systems and Logistics Management GM0511 or GM0508 Elective * May be replaced by possible elective under certain circumstances. Year 2 Logistics track Freight Transport track General track Autumn Term 3 Period 1 and 2 Elective GM0519 Sustainable Logistics or GM0516 Intermodal Freight Transport GM0509 The Shipping Industry - Maritime Policy, Freight Markets and Company Behaviour GM0519 or GM0509 Elective Autumn Term 3 Period 3 and 4 Spring Term 4 Period 1-4 GM0512 Research Methods Elective, Master Degree Project (30 hec) The programme covers four academic terms of full-time study (120 hec) including three terms of courses, core and elective, 90 hec, and one term of Master Degree Project (thesis writing - 30 hec). Each term is divided into four periods, and each course is 7,5 hec, except where noted.

5 5 Core courses Core courses are programme specific and include courses in methods with emphasis on qualitative and quantitative analysis. Courses during the autumn term year 1, depend on the student s educational background. The programme offers a unique combination of general knowledge and skill in logistics and transport management and a possibility for in depth studies of the topic in one of two tracks within the wider subject. The general knowledge and skill is provided through courses in general logistics and also in strategic management and international trade. The tracks are provided for the students by choice of one of two different subareas during part of the programme. The three tracks are: Logistics track, Freight Transport track and General Track. Each track will be given on condition that it is chosen by a sufficient number of students. In addition, some personal differentiation will be possible through elective courses. The Logistics track presents business processes and strategies needed to achieve integrated logistics management. The track describes logistics practices in a global economy, how to apply logistics principles to achieve competitive advantage, and also how to integrate logistics as a core competency within company supply chain strategy. The Freight Transport track deals with transport economics and strategic management aspects of transport providers and their means of production; freight flow control; the design and operation of efficient and effective transport systems; the evaluation of transport systems and transport solutions; transport demand and customer behaviour; competition in and for transport markets; and transport regulation and public policy. It also focuses specifically on strategic management aspects of waterborne transport systems and vessel operators. It presents the physical and organisational infrastructure of transport systems in which the maritime transport constitutes an essential part. The track further deals with the design and operation of efficient and effective systems for waterborne transport with an eye on their door-to- door competitiveness. Finally, the track also deals with the maritime industry in terms of freight markets, company behaviour, and maritime policy. The general track enables students to mix courses from both tracks. The specific content of the programme will depend on the track chosen. In addition, there are elective courses available to students which will enable them to differentiate their programmes to some extent. Entrance A Integrated Logistics, 1 st term Sustainable Logistics, or Intermodal Freight Transport, 1 st term Supply Chain Management, 1 st term Operations Management, 1 st term

6 6 Entrance B International Business and Applied Economics, 1 st term Global Sourcing, 1 st term Strategy and Organization, 1 st term Multivariate Data Analysis, 1 st term Core Logistics Track: Retailing, Wholesaling and Logistics,, 2 nd term Contemporary Aspects of Operations Management, 2 nd term International Trade and Logistics,, 2 nd term Sustainable Logistics, or Intermodal Freight Transport, 3 rd term Research Methods, 3 rd term Core Freight Transport Track: Retailing, Wholesaling and Logistics,, 2 nd term Contemporary Aspects of Operations Management, 2 nd term Shipping Production Systems and Logistics Management,, 2 nd term The Shipping Industry - Maritime Policy, Freight Markets and Company Behaviour,, 3 rd term Research Methods, 3 rd term Core General Track: Retailing, Wholesaling and Logistics,, 2 nd term Contemporary Aspects of Operations Management,, 2 nd term International Tarde and Logistics, or Shipping Production Systems and Logistics Management,, 2 nd term Sustainable Logistics, or The Shipping Industry - Maritime Policy, Freight Markets and Company Behaviour,, 3 rd term Research Methods, 3 rd term Master Degree Project (Master Thesis) 30 hec Year 2, 4 th term The fourth term is devoted to full time Master Degree Project writing (30 hec) under the supervision of a faculty member. The choice of thesis topic will take place during the third term. Elective courses The Graduate School offers a number of electives within economics, business administration, law, economic history and economic geography. The elective courses offered may vary yearly depending upon faculty changes and number of registered students.

7 7 Study Abroad Possibility to study at one of our international partner universities is assessed individually based on: Prior study results at Graduate School. English language proficiency based on the VOC/MCT-test results. Correspondence between available exchange courses, the purpose of the exchange and the programme specific objectives (learning outcomes see Paragraph 3). 6. Tuition and Examination The language of instruction is English. Courses will include lectures, seminars and case studies. The students will also work together in small groups, according to educational principles such as problem-based learning, experiential learning and action learning. Group reports, individual term papers and individually written exams will be assessed and graded individually. Except where noted, each course is graded Pass with Distinction (väl godkänd, VG), Pass (godkänd, G) or Fail (underkänd, U). The Graduate School is obliged to offer an exam at least five times during the course of each two year period. Students who have made five unsuccessful attempts to pass an exam have lost the possibility of obtaining the Master of Science Degree. 7. Entrance Requirements General Entrance Requirements To meet the entrance requirements for master's level (second cycle or graduate) studies, students must: have been awarded a Bachelor's degree (equivalent to a Swedish Kandidatexamen) from an internationally recognized university be able to demonstrate proficiency in English equivalent to English studies at upper secondary school (high school) in Sweden, called English 6/English Course B. For more information about General Entrance Requirements see (English) and (Swedish). Programme Specific Entrance Requirements Master of Science in Logistics and Transport Management The applicant s university education must include at least a Bachelor s Degree (i.e. the equivalent of 180 hec) and also a minimum of 30 hec of courses in subject areas related to business and/or economics. In addition the education must include a minimum of 15 hec

8 in Statistics, or in Statistics and in quantitative methods and/or Mathematics. The entrance requirements listed above apply for admission to the programme. For continued studies within the programme individual courses might have specific requirements, as provided in each course syllabus. 8. Degree Certificate and Degree Title Upon completion (receiving a minimum grade of Pass) of all the courses and the Master Degree Project, and fulfilment of the requirements given above, students will receive a Degree of Master of Science (120 credits) with a Major in Logistics and Transport Management. 9. Programme Evaluation All courses in the programme will be anonymously evaluated by the students upon completion. The results of the evaluations will be communicated to the students and will function as a guide for the development of the courses and of the programme. 8