Logistics Firms and Logistics Services 7.5 credits
Course Contents
This course introduces the theoretical foundations of logistics firms and covers the following themes: different types of logistics firms, the roles of logistics firms in supply chain management, knowledge and value creating by logistics firms, networks of logistics firms, logistics firms and innovation, and strategies of logistics firms. The course also trains the participant in analysing real life cases.
**Connection to Research and Practice**
The course draws on academic literature beyond the fields of logistics to also incorporate insights in innovation, digitalisation and sustainability.
During the course, students will visit a logistics fim and learn of the practical challenges they are currently facing. Students will develop solutions to these problems and will have the opportunity to pitch these solutions. The best pitches will be selected and presented to this firm.
Prerequisites
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration (or the equivalent).
Level of Education: Second cycle
Coursecode/Ladok code: MLRR23
The course is conducted at: Jönköping International Business School
Label | Value |
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Type of course | Programme instance course |
Study type | Normal teaching |
Semester | Spring 2026: week 4 – week 13 |
Rate of study | 100% |
Language | English |
Location | Jönköping |
Time | Day-time |
Places | 0.0 |
Tuition fees do NOT apply for EU/EEA citizens or exchange students | 17500 SEK |
Syllabus (PDF) | |
Application code | HJ-J5071 |