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351-0453-00L 3 Credits MSC D-MTEC

Strategic Supply Chain Management

Lecturers & Examiners: Prof. Dr. Stephan Wagner
VVZ CR n/a

Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:25:04

Abstract

The course offers an introduction to the theory and practice of supply chain management. Students will learn how to develop supply chain strategies and supply chain networks based on firms’ competitive strategies and marketing priorities.

Objective

The task of designing and managing supply chains requires that managers apply strategic, decision making and leadership skills in a supply chain context. The goal of this course is to develop and practice these skills.

Content

Effective supply chains ought to be aligned with and support the achievement of the firm’s corporate, business and product strategies, taking into account future opportunities and risks. This course will familiarize students with modern supply chain management theory and practice to develop and manage supply chains. The topics covered range from fundamental logistics and supply chain concepts (e.g. push vs. pull, postponement) to the development of supply chain strategies, relationships and networks.

Resources

Lecture Notes

Several case studies must be purchased during the semester.

Literature

The following textbook is mandatory: Chopra, Sunil and Meindl, Peter (2007): Supply chain management: Strategy, planning, and operation, 3rd ed., Upper Saddle River, NJ: Pearson Education. The following textbook is supplementary: Hopp, Wallace J. (2008): Supply chain science, New York: McGraw-Hill/Irwin

General Information

Language
English
Levels
MSC
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
end-of-semester examination
The final course grade will be a weighted average of the following:Exam (semester end) 70% / Case studies 30% / Class participation: Up to 10% extra credit

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture with exercise Strategic Supply Chain Management
  • Wed 08:15-10:00 (HG E 1.1)
2 h weekly

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