Logistics Firms and Logistics Services 7,5 hp

Undervisningen bedrivs på engelska.

Kursinnehåll

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.

Förkunskapskrav

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration (or the equivalent).

Utbildningsnivå: Avancerad nivå A1N
Kurskod/Ladokkod: MLRR23
Kursen ges vid: Jönköping International Business School Last modified 2024-11-13 13:38:45