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Modulhandbuch
der bbw Hochschule,
staatlich anerkannte private Fachhochschule,
für den Studiengang
Master Strategic Management in Logistics
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Theory of Science and Methods in Research ...................................................................... 3
Sustainable Corporate Management and Methods of Planning ........................................... 5
Advanced Marco Economics and International Trade ......................................................... 7
Methods of Developing Strategic Investment Decision ........................................................ 9
Strategic Personal Management, Leadership, Change- and Intercultural Management .... 11
Management strategies: strategic logistics planning .......................................................... 14
Alternative strategies for Purchasing and Supplier Management ...................................... 16
Risk Management in Supply Chain and Interfunctional Conflict Management ................... 18
Student Consulting Project (SCP) ...................................................................................... 21
Integrated Planning of Global Supply Chains .................................................................... 22
Controlling of Logistics Business-processes ...................................................................... 25
Modern Concepts of Production and Distribution logistics ................................................. 27
Strategic Management of logistics infrastructure and IT support of logistics infrastructure
management ...................................................................................................................... 29
Student Scientific Research Seminar in Logistics (SCRS I) ............................................... 32
Student Scientific Research Seminar in Logistics (SCRS II) .............................................. 33
Colloquium ......................................................................................................................... 34
Master thesis ..................................................................................................................... 35
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Module No. / Code M1
Module Theory of Science and Methods in Research
Duration of module One Semester
Type of course
(Mandatory, optional, etc.) Mandatory Event
Frequency of module offer Each year
Admission requirements none
Usability of module for
other study programs Modules with the same content at graduate level
Responsible for module Prof. Dr. Simona Hauert
Language of instruction English
Number of allocated
ECTS-Credits 6
Total workload and their
composition (e.g. self-
study + contact time)
Workload overall 180 hours
Classroom: 60 hours
Self-study: 120 hours
Type of examination /
requirement to award
credit points
Homework, written exam
The result of the exam will be differentiated by grades (according to § 16 RSPO).
Weighting of grade in final
grade According to § 23 RSPO in consideration of the ECTS
Qualification objectives of
module
The module is in the beginning of the study program. It should give an overview
about connections and terms of economic science and research. Basic ideas of
research methods and numerous techniques and methods will be conveyed.
Theory of science and research methods prepares the students for their Master’s
thesis work, to be done the following semester. The aim is to provide an overview
of theories and methods in research. The course will provide with necessary prac-
tical skills to manage their master’s thesis.
After this course the students will be able to demonstrate their understanding of
research by:
• Formulate a thesis proposal
• Write a literature review
• Defend their thesis proposal
• Discuss someone else’s thesis proposal and thesis
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• Design a small social science research project
• Develop an outline for a dissertation
• Formulate the most suitable method for a specific research project
The techniques include data collection and analysis and forecasting techniques.
Content of module
• Introduction to theory of science
• Concepts in science (hypothesis, model, theory, correlation, definition etc.)
• The research process
• Research problems
• Research design
• Measurements
• Data sources
• Data collection
• Sampling
• Preparation and analysis of data
• Quantitative data analysis
• Qualitative data analysis
• Cross-cultural research
• Writing the final report
Instruction and learning
methods of module Lectors, e-learning, case studies, group work
Literature
(required reading / addi-
tional recommended read-
in)
Literature containment and further recommendations a re made by the r e-
spective teachers.
Bryman, Alan: Social research methods. 3rd ed. Oxford 2008
Dalkir, Kimiz: Knowledge Management in theory and practice. Boston, Massa-
chusetts 2011
Frankfort-Nachmias, Chava; Nachmias, David: Research methods in the social
sciences. Richmond 2007
Hamparsum, Bozdogan: Statistical Data Mining & Knowledge Discovery Chap-
man & Hall/CRC. London 2003
Lawrence, J.A.; Pasternack, B.A.: Applied Management Science: Modeling,
Spreadsheet Analysis, and Communication for Decision Making. Sussex 2002
Lewin, Cathy; Somekh, Bridget: Research Methods in the Social Sciences. Lon-
don 2004
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Module No. / Code M2
Module Sustainable Corporate Management and Methods of Pla nning
Duration of module One Semester
Type of course
(Mandatory, optional, etc.) Mandatory Event
Frequency of module offer Each year
Admission requirements none
Usability of module for
other study programs
Master Wirtschaftswissenschaften, MBA
Modules with the same content at graduate level
Responsible for module Prof. Dr.-Ing. Gebhard Hafer
Language of instruction English
Number of allocated
ECTS-Credits 6
Total workload and their
composition (e.g. self-
study + contact time)
Workload overall 180 hours
Classroom: 60 hours
Self-study: 120 hours
Type of examination /
requirement to award
credit points
90 minutes written exam
Alternative types of examination (e.g. Homework, lecture/ presentation, case
study), will be given by the lecturer in the beginning of the module (§ 14 RSPO).
Additional module performances (e.g. Homework, presentations, protocols etc.)
are possible as well in consultation with the lecturer in form of voluntarily module
performances.
The result of the exam will be differentiated by grades (according to § 16 RSPO).
Weighting of grade in final
grade According to § 23 RSPO in consideration of the ECTS
Qualification objectives of
module
This course has the objective to:
• Make students aware of the importance of a deep understanding of sustain-
able corporate development and innovations
• Increase the understanding of how companies and public government are
interrelated in addressing and solving sustainable issues
• Explain how sustainable development and innovation can be managed
Content of module
Over the past decades companies were focused on creating shareholder value.
Companies create values by including stakeholders in their firm´s strategies. New
strategies are developed for the environment, employees and stakeholders in
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order to create positive self-reinforcing cycles of value creation. This requires
fundamentally different management models.
Instruction and learning
methods of module Lectors, e-learning, case studies, group work, presentation
Literature
(required reading / addi-
tional recommended read-
in)
Literature containment and further recommendations a re made by the r e-
spective teachers.
Chopra, Sunil; Meindl, Peter: Supply Chain Management: Strategy, Planning, and
Operation. Harlow 2012
Harvard Business Essentials: Managing Creativity and Innovation. Boston, Mas-
sachusetts 2003
Stoner, James A. F.; Wankel, Charles (Hrsg.): Global Sustainability as a Business
Imperative. London 2010
Taha, Hamdy A.: Operations Research: An Introduction. London 2010
Winston, Wayne L.: Operations Research: Applications and Algorithms. Hamp-
shire 2003
Because of frequent new releases of textbooks each current version is to
be selected.
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Module No. / Code M3
Module Advanced Marco Economics and International Trade
Duration of module One Semester
Type of course
(Mandatory, optional, etc.) Mandatory Event
Frequency of module offer Each year
Admission requirements Basic Knowledge of Economics
Usability of module for
other study programs
Master Wirtschaftswissenschaften, MBA
Modules with the same content at graduate level
Responsible for module Prof. Dr. Verena Hahn
Language of instruction English
Number of allocated
ECTS-Credits 6
Total workload and their
composition (e.g. self-
study + contact time)
Workload overall 180 hours
Classroom: 60 hours
Self-study: 120 hours
Type of examination /
requirement to award
credit points
90 minutes written exam
The result of the exam will be differentiated by grades (according to § 16 RSPO).
Weighting of grade in final
grade According to § 23 RSPO in consideration of the ECTS
Qualification objectives of
module
At the end of the module the students should:
• be able to understand key issues of macroeconomics (journal publications)
• be able to formulate their own research questions
The students are able to solve macroeconomic problems at an advanced level.
Content of module
The following topics will be taught:
Asset pricing; advanced preference theory such as Epstein-Zin; dynamic con-
tracts and applications; growth models, Overlapping Generations models;
Money and models of pricing and wage rigidities; economic policy and time con-
sistency, applied value at risk analysis.
This will be complemented by deepening the knowledge regarding mathematical
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and econometric to modules.
Instruction and learning
methods of module Lectors, e-learning, case studies, group work, presentation
Literature
(required reading / addi-
tional recommended read-
in)
Literature containment and further recommendations are made by the r e-
spective teachers.
Besanko, David; Dranove, David; Shanley, Mark; Schaefer, Scott: Economics of
Strategy. New York 2007
David, Pierre A.; Stewart, Richard D.: International Logistics: The Management of
International Trade Operations. Mason, OH 2010
Hanley, Nick; Shogren, Jason F.; White, Ben: Environmental Economics: In The-
ory & Practice: In Theory and Practice. Hampshire 2006
Hill, Charles W. L.: International Business. Competing in the Global Marketplace.
New York 2012
Krugman, Paul; Obstfeld, Maurice; Melitz, Marc J.: International Economics: The-
ory & Policy. Harlow 2011
Lowitt, Eric: The Future of Value: How Sustainability Creates Value Through
Competitive Differentiation. Hoboken, NJ 2011
Parkin, Michael; Powell, Melanie; Parkin, Kent: Economics. Boston, Massachu-
setts 2007
Parkin, Michael; Powell, Melanie; Parkin, Kent: Essential Economics. Boston,
Massachusetts 2012
Because of frequent new releases of textbooks each current version is to
be selected.
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Module No. / Code M4
Module Methods of Developing Strategic Investment Decision
Duration of module One Semester
Type of course
(Mandatory, optional, etc.) Mandatory Event
Frequency of module offer Each year
Admission requirements Basic Knowledge of Logistic Management
Usability of module for
other study programs
Master Wirtschaftswissenschaften, MBA
Modules with the same content at graduate level
Responsible for module Prof. Dr. Mingtao Shi
Language of instruction English
Number of allocated
ECTS-Credits 6
Total workload and their
composition (e.g. self-
study + contact time)
Workload overall 180 hours
Classroom: 60 hours
Self-study: 120 hours
Type of examination /
requirement to award
credit points
90 minutes written exam
The result of the exam will be differentiated by grades (according to § 16 RSPO).
Weighting of grade in final
grade According to § 23 RSPO in consideration of the ECTS
Content and objectives of
module
Strategic investments are responsible for turning the firm’s strategic positioning
into business performance and ultimately into shareholder value. Through strate-
gic investments shareholder value is created. Although such decisions are made
relatively infrequently, they are the backbone of strategy formulation and imple-
mentation. As such, investment decision-making is part of a firm’s strategy and of
vital importance to the future success of the firm.
The module gives an overview of the fundamentals of financial risk management
and provides knowledge in financial engineering and risk management. Students
get introduction to the concepts and techniques of market and credit portfolio risk
management. The most important market and credit risk models as well as the
main contents of the Basel III regulation are presented and elaborated.
The M4 programme focuses on supporting executives to develop a comprehen-
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sive understanding of investment management. Specifically, the aims to acquire a
holistic view of the investment decision-making process, to become aware of
common mistakes and to reflect on the latest techniques in investment manage-
ment.
Instruction and learning
methods of module Lectors, e-learning, case studies, group work, presentation
Literature
(Required reading / litera-
ture additionally recom-
mended)
Literature containment and further recommendations a re made by the r e-
spective teachers.
Abrams, Rhonda; Doerr, John: Successful Business Plan: Secrets & Strategies.
Palo Alto, California 2010
Brealey, Richard A.; Myers, Stewart C.; Allen, Franklin: Principles of Corporate
Finance - Global Edition. New York 2013
Ford, Brian R.; Bornstein, Jay M.; Pruitt, Patrick T.: The Ernst & Young Business
Plan Guide. Hoboken, NJ 2007
Lawrence, John A.; Pasternack, Barry A.: Applied Management Science: Model-
ling, Spreadsheet Analysis, and Communication for Decision Making. Hoboken,
NJ 2002
Osterwalder, Alexander; Pigneur, Yves: Business Model Generation: A Handbook
for Visionaries, Game Changers, and Challengers. Hoboken, NJ 2010
Ross, Stephen; Westerfield, Randolph; Jaffe, Jeffrey; Bradford, Jordon: Corporate
Finance. New York 2013
Stock, James R.; Lambert, Douglas M.: Strategic Logistics Management. New
York 2001
Because of frequent new releases of textbooks each current version is to
be selected.
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Module No. / Code M5
Module Strategic Personal Management, Leadership, Change- and Intercul-
tural Management
Duration of module One Semester
Type of course
(Mandatory, optional, etc.) Mandatory Event
Frequency of module offer Each year
Admission requirements Basic Knowledge of Logistic Management
Usability of module for
other study programs
Master Wirtschaftswissenschaften, MBA
Modules with the same content at graduate level
Responsible for module Prof. Dr.-Ing. Gebhard Hafer
Language of instruction English
Number of allocated
ECTS-Credits 6
Total workload and their
composition (e.g. self-
study + contact time)
Workload overall 180 hours
Classroom: 60 hours
Self-study: 120 hours
Type of examination /
requirement to award
credit points
case study
Additional module performances (e.g. Homework, presentations, protocols etc.)
are possible as well in consultation with the lecturer in form of voluntarily module
performances.
The result of the exam will be differentiated by grades (according to § 16 RSPO).
Weighting of grade in final
grade According to § 23 RSPO in consideration of the ECTS
Qualification objectives of
module
This course addresses essential questions in international business and man-
agement. Relevant theories of the multinational enterprises, of competition, or-
ganisation, marketing, strategy, and governance are applied with a focus on spe-
cific challenges of organizing and managing cross-border and cross-cultural busi-
ness activities.
The focus of the module M5 lies on the understanding of what leadership is and
how it may be practiced. It takes an integrative position. In the module M5, a
focus is on leadership as an interpretative and persuasive practice. Different
aspects of interpretation and rhetoric will be highlighted and an ability to interpret
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leadership as a construction of world views.
Content of module
The lectures cover the following modules: 1. Introduction, 2. Why companies go
international, 3. Standardization versus differentiation, 4. Cross-cultural man-
agement, 5. Political, economic and legal environments, 6. Dynamics of inter-
national markets, 7. Leading a multinational company.
Instruction and learning
methods of module Lectors, e-learning, case studies, group work, presentation
Literature
(required reading / addi-
tional recommended read-
in)
Literature containment and further recommendations a re made by the r e-
spective teachers.
Appelo, Jurgen: Management 3.0: Leading Agile Developers, Developing Agile
Leaders. Amsterdam 2010
Armstrong, Michael; Redmond, Kate: Armstrong's Handbook of Strategic Human
Resource Management. London 2011
Boyacigiller, Nakiye Avdan; Goodman, Richard Alan; Phillips; Margaret E.: Cross-
ing Cultures: Insights from Master Teachers. London 2004
Cohen, Robin; Kennedy, Paul: Global Sociology. New York 2013
Deresky, Helen: International Management: International Version: Managing
Across Borders and Cultures. Hoboken, NJ 2010
Dowling, Peter. J.; Festing, Marion; Engle, Allen D.: International Human Re-
source Management. London 2007
Hayes, John: The Theory and Practice of Change Management. Hampshire 2010
Hofstede, Geert / Hofstede, Gert Jan: Cultures and Organizations: Software for
the Mind. New York 2010
Holbeche, Linda: Aligning Human Resources & Business Strategy. Oxford 2008
Holden, Nigel J.: Cross-cultural Management. A Knowledge Management Per-
spective. Harlow 2001
Jacob, Nina: Intercultural Management: MBA Masterclass. London 2003
Rao, Nirmala: Cities in Transition: Growth, Change and Governance in Six Metro-
politan Areas. New York 2007
Rosinski, Philippe: Coaching Across Cultures: New Tools for Leveraging National,
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Corporate, and Professional Differences. London 2003
Schein, Edgar H.: Organizational Culture and Leadership. San Francisco 2010
Schneider, Sussan C.; Barsoux, Jean-Louis: Managing Across Cultures. Harlow
2001
Trompenaars, Fons; Prud'homme van Reine, Peter: Managing Change Across
Corporate Culture (Culture for Business). Oxford 2004
Because of frequent new releases of textbooks each current version is to
be selected.
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Module No. / Code M6
Module Management strategies: strategic logistics planning
Duration of module One Semester
Type of course
(Mandatory, optional, etc.) Mandatory Event
Frequency of module offer Each year
Admission requirements Basic Knowledge of Logistic Management
Usability of module for
other study programs Modules with the same content at graduate level
Responsible for module Prof. Dr. Tilman Eichstädt
Language of instruction English
Number of allocated
ECTS-Credits 7
Total workload and their
composition (e.g. self-
study + contact time)
Workload overall 210 hours
Classroom: 70 hours
Self-study: 140 hours
Type of examination /
requirement to award
credit points
90 minutes exam
Additional module performances (e.g. Homework, presentations, protocols etc.)
are possible as well in consultation with the lecturer in form of voluntarily module
performances.
The result of the exam will be differentiated by grades (according to § 16 RSPO).
Weighting of grade in final
grade According to § 23 RSPO in consideration of the ECTS
Qualification objectives
and content of module
The main goal of this discipline is to teach students about principles and methods
of inventory management in supply chains and to develop skills for defining the
optimal (rational) inventory level and managing the process of inventory creation.
As the main outcome of the discipline it is expected that students will
• know the inventory management theory, contemporary opportunities and
framework of the processes creating inventory in supply chains
• are able to know different inventory management strategies
• obtain skills to determine opportunities to reduce total logistic costs and deriv-
ing from the need to achieve strategic goal
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Instruction and learning
methods of module Lectors, e-learning, case studies, group work, presentation
Literature
(required reading / addi-
tional recommended read-
in)
Literature containment and further recommendations a re made by t he re-
spective teachers.
Barney, Jay B.; Hesterly, William: Strategic Management and Competitive Advan-
tage: Concepts. Hoboken, NJ 2014
Coulter, Mary: Strategic Management in Action. Hoboken, NJ 2012
Cullen, John B.; Parboteeah, K. Praveen: Multinational Management. Nashville,
TN 2007
David, Fred R.: Strategic Management: Concepts and Cases. Harlow 2012
Dinsmore, Paul C.; Cooke-Davies, Terence J.: Right Projects Done Right: From
Business Strategy to Successful Project Implementation. Hoboken, NJ 2005
Griffin, Ricky W.; Pustay, Michael W.: International Business. Hoboken, NJ 2012
Kilmann, Ralph H.; Covin, Teresa Joyce: Corporate Transformation: Revitalizing
Organizations for a Competitive World. Hoboken, NJ 2007
Porter, Michael E.: Competitive Strategy: Techniques for Analyzing Industries and
Competitors. New York 2004
Porter, Michael E.: Competitive Advantage: Creating and Sustaining Superior
Performance. New York 2004
Porth, Stephen J.: Strategic Management: A Cross-Functional Approach. Hobo-
ken, NJ 2011
Sanyal, Rajib N.: International Management: A Strategic Perspective. Hoboken,
NJ 2000
Wheelen, Thomas L.; Hunger, J. David: Strategic Management and Business
Policies. Hoboken, NJ 2007
Because of frequent new releases of textbooks each current version is to
be selected.
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Module No. / Code M7
Module Alternative strategies for Purchasing and Supplier Management
Duration of module One Semester
Type of course
(Mandatory, optional, etc.) Mandatory Event
Frequency of module offer Each year
Admission requirements Basic knowledge of Purchasing
Usability of module for
other study programs Modules with the same content at graduate level
Responsible for module Prof. Dr. Tilman Eichstädt
Language of instruction English
Number of allocated
ECTS-Credits 6
Total workload and their
composition (e.g. self-
study + contact time)
Workload overall 180 hours
Classroom: 60 hours
Self-study: 120 hours
Type of examination /
requirement to award
credit points
90 minutes written exam
Additional module performances (e.g. Homework, presentations, protocols etc.)
are possible as well in consultation with the lecturer in form of voluntarily module
performances.
The result of the exam will be differentiated by grades (according to § 16 RSPO).
Weighting of grade in final
grade According to § 23 RSPO in consideration of the ECTS
Qualification objectives of
module
Procurement is taking a more consultative role and is working along-side busi-
ness units to deliver shared goals. To become more strategically focused P&SM
professionals have begun to investigate what is important to the organisation and
the end customer in order to identify what delivers both customer and shareholder
value. If the students have established what the important issues are, then they
begin to understand the risks and vulnerable points and can start building a resil-
ience plan. The role of procurement is that of risk management and building ro-
bust supply chains, both upstream and downstream, that can weather disruptions
with minimal impact.
Content of module The course addresses the strategic role of purchasing and supply chain man-
agement. It also examines the impact of changes in the regulatory and policy
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environment, and the effect of new technologies and techniques on current and
future problems within the supply chain. The course will develop knowledge of
best practice in this field, and enhance the understanding of the importance of
business process and activity integration.
• Characteristics of modern supply systems as part of an integrated logistics
processes
• Strategic management of suppliers
• Evaluation of supplying effectiveness
Instruction and learning
methods of module Lectors, e-learning, case studies, group work, presentation
Literature
(required reading / addi-
tional recommended read-
in)
Literature containment and further recommendations are made by the r e-
spective teachers.
Because of frequent new releases of textbooks each current version is to
be selected.
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Module No. / Code M8
Module Risk Management in Supply Chain and Interfunctional Conflict Man-
agement
Duration of module One Semester
Type of course
(Mandatory, optional, etc.) Mandatory Event
Frequency of module offer Each year
Admission requirements Basic Knowledge of Logistic Management
Usability of module for
other study programs Modules with the same content at graduate level
Responsible for module Prof. Dr. Tilman Eichstädt
Language of instruction English
Number of allocated
ECTS-Credits 5
Total workload and their
composition (e.g. self-
study + contact time)
Workload overall 150 hours
Classroom: 60 hours
Self-study: 90 hours
Type of examination /
requirement to award
credit points
90 minutes exam
Additional module performances (e.g. Homework, presentations, protocols etc.)
are possible as well in consultation with the lecturer in form of voluntarily module
performances.
The result of the exam will be differentiated by grades (according to § 16 RSPO).
Weighting of grade in final
grade According to § 23 RSPO in consideration of the ECTS
Qualification objectives of
module
The main purpose of the program "Risk management in supply chains and inter-
functional Conflict Management" methods and methodology of construction and
application of models of representation of the economic risks, methods of analy-
sis and comparison of alternatives in terms of risk, economic risk management
techniques with the use of traditional and modern technologies. These studies are
needed to help students gain theoretical knowledge and practical skills in the use
of risk analysis and management in the supply chains.
Learning tasks of the discipline is to develop student’s knowledge and profes-
sional skills:
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• ability to freely navigate in applied studies on the analysis and management of
risks in the supply chain;
• ability to know and use in their future activities of the appropriate methods and
models to make optimal decisions in the format of the tasks of analysis and
management of economic risk in the supply chain, including -
� methods of decision-making under uncertainty
� methods of risk analysis and management based on the classical ap-
proach of the theory of risk
� methods of risk analysis and management based on the concept of utility
� methods of risk analysis and management based on the use of decision
trees
� methods of market risk
� methods of logistics risks based on their diversification
� methods of logistics risks insurance
• The purpose is to form competence of students in management of material
flows within the business organization through arrangement an effective inter-
action of functional departments of the company and management of conflicts
arising between them.
• As a result of the discipline the student should:
� Know the approaches to the implementation of cross-functional coordina-
tion and management of internal corporate conflicts that have emerged
within the framework of management theory
� Have an understanding of typical conflict situations that arise in managing
the flow at the strategic , tactical and operational level , their causes , ob-
jects, and objects
� Be able to determine the most effective ways to implement cross-
functional coordination, prevent and / or resolve conflicts between allied
services company in a given situation
� To be able to distribute power and responsibility between the company in
the management of logistics business processes
� Have the skills to render logistical coordination mechanisms by modelling
the interaction of related services
Content of module
The topics of the discipline are:
Section 1. Best solutions in terms of risk in supply chain management
Topic 1.1. Comparison of alternatives in terms of risk to the supply chain
Topic 1.2. Method of decision tree for risk management in the supply chain
Section 2. Methods of dissipation risks in supply chain management
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Topic 2.1. Methods and models of risk transfer to the supply chain
Topic 2.2. Methods and models of risk diversification in the supply chain
Section 3. Methods of anticipation of risks and avoiding them in the supply chain
management
Topic 3.1. Risk management in the supply chain based on insurance
Topic 3.2. Risk management of financial leverage in the supply chain based on
the models of leverage
Section 4. Risk management in the supply chain based on the concept of utility
Topic 4.1. The concept of utility and the attributes of the neoclassical approach to
managing risk in the supply chain
Topic 4.2. Criterion EUC- expected utility in risk management in the supply chain
Instruction and learning
methods of module Lectors, e-learning, case studies, group work, presentation
Literature
(required reading / addi-
tional recommended read-
in)
Literature containment and further recommendations are mad e by the r e-
spective teachers.
Brewer, Ann M. / Button, Kenneth J. / Hensher, David A.: Handbook of Logistics
and Supply-Chain Management (Handbooks in Transport). Oxford 2001
Chase, Richard B.; Jacobs, F. Robert: Operations and Supply Chain Manage-
ment. New York 2013
Chopra, Sunil; Meindl, Peter: Supply Chain Management: Strategy, Planning, and
Operation. Harlow 2012
Gaither, Norman; Fraizier, Gregory: Operations Management. Hoboken, NJ 2001
Heizer, Jay; Render, Barry: Operations Management. Harlow 2013
Lambert, Douglas M. / Stock, James R. / Ellram, Lisa M. / Grant, David B.: Fun-
damentals of Logitics Management. New York 2005
Waller, Derek L.: Operations Management: Supply Chain Approach. Boston,
Massachusetts 2003
Because of frequent new releases of textbooks each current version is to
be selected.
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Module No. / Code M9
Module Student Consulting Project (SCP)
Duration of module One Semester
Type of course
(Mandatory, optional, etc.) Mandatory Event
Frequency of module offer Each year
Admission requirements none
Usability of module for
other study programs Modules with the same content at graduate level
Responsible for module Prof. Dr.-Ing. Gebhard Hafer
Language of instruction English
Number of allocated
ECTS-Credits 12
Total workload and their
composition (e.g. self-
study + contact time)
Workload overall 360 hours
Type of examination /
requirement to award
credit points
Written report
The result of the exam will be differentiated by grades (according to § 16 RSPO).
Weighting of grade in final
grade According to § 23 RSPO in consideration of the ECTS
Qualification objectives of
module
The Student Consulting Project is a practical project where Student can practice
their skills in identifying, analysing and solving a real business case in the rele-
vant industry.
Content of module The content for the SCP bases on a practical internship. The tasks are mutually
developed by the participants and the lectures.
Instruction and learning
methods of module Lectors, e-learning, case studies, group work, presentation
Literature
(required reading / addi-
tional recommended read-
in)
Literature containment and further recommendations are made by the r e-
spective teachers.
Polonsky, Michael Jay / Waller, David S.: Designing and Managing a Research
Project: A Business Student's Guide. London 2010
Because of frequent new releases of textbooks each current version is to
be selected.
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Module No. / Code M10
Module Integrated Planning of Global Supply Chains
Duration of module One Semester
Type of course
(Mandatory, optional, etc.) Mandatory Event
Frequency of module offer Each year
Admission requirements Basic Knowledge of Logistic Management
Usability of module for
other study programs Modules with the same content at graduate level
Responsible for module Prof. Dr.-Ing. Gebhard Hafer
Language of instruction English
Number of allocated
ECTS-Credits 6
Total workload and their
composition (e.g. self-
study + contact time)
Workload overall 180 hours
Classroom: 60 hours
Self-study: 120 hours
Type of examination /
requirement to award
credit points
90 minutes Exam or alternative examination.
Alternative forms of examination: e.g. homework, lecture / presentation, case
study, are evaluated exercises and oral exams. These alternative forms of verifi-
cation are announced at the beginning of the semester by the lecturer given
(Mandatory Event module power).
Weighting of grade in final
grade According to § 23 RSPO in consideration of the ECTS
Qualification objectives of
module
• Planning as a tool of logistics integration in the context of supply chain man-
agement. Overview of the basic concepts and their elements. Definition of the
planning process as one of the key processes of SCM concept
• Strategic planning in logistics. Factors determining the strategy
• Concept of planning
• Key areas of planning in logistics
• Organizational structures and business roles in the planning process
• Information technology support in logistics planning. Planning tools and infor-
mation systems
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• Logistics planning in terms of demand – supply management strategies. Inte-
grated planning techniques in the context of operational philosophies
• Methodology for improvement of logistics planning
• External integration in planning. Necessary conditions for the establishment of
joint planning processes. Methods of cooperation in the logistics planning be-
tween companies
Content of module
Most practical logistics management tasks are inherently optimization problems.
Among these are design and development of efficient logistical network, supplier
and logistics provider selection, material flow and inventory management, master
planning, distribution and replenishment planning, vehicle routing, scheduling of
warehouse activities, manpower scheduling and many others.
This course aims at forming practical skills for modelling supply chain and logis-
tics management activities using large-scale mathematical programs and solving
these problems using modern optimization tools.
Main topics of the course are:
• Practice of optimization’s application for supply chain and logistics manage-
ment
• Overview of mixed integer programming method and algorithms for solving
MILP problems
• Case studies of using optimization models for logistics and supply chain man-
agement problems at different levels
• Techniques for modelling logistical constraints and objectives
• Model data preparation techniques and tools
• Database integration and reporting
• Sensitivity and scenario analysis
Instruction and learning
methods of module Lectors, e-learning, case studies, group work, presentation
Literature
(required reading / addi-
tional recommended read-
in)
Literature containment and further recommendation s are made by the r e-
spective teachers.
Monk, Ellen / Wagner, Bret: Concepts in Enterprise Resource Planning. Boston,
Massachusetts 2012
Murphy, Paul R.; Wood, Donald: Contemporary Logistics. Hoboken, NJ 2014
Schönsleben, Paul: Integral Logistics Management: Planning and Control of
Comprehensive Supply Chains. London 2003
Stadtler, Hartmut; Kilger, Christoph: Supply Chain Management and Advanced
Planning: Concepts, Models, Software and Case Studies. Heidelberg 2009
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Waters, Donald: Global Logistics: New Directions in Supply Chain Management.
London 2010
Wisner, Joel D.; Tan, Keah-Choon; Leong, G. Keong: Principles of Supply Chain
Management: A Balanced Approach. Mason, OH 2011
Because of frequent new releases of textbooks each current version is to
be selected.
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Module No. / Code M11
Module Controlling of Logistics Business-processes
Duration of module One Semester
Type of course
(Mandatory, optional, etc.) Mandatory Event
Frequency of module offer Each year
Admission requirements Basic Knowledge in Controlling
Usability of module for
other study programs
Master Wirtschaftswissenschaften, MBA
Modules with the same content at graduate level
Responsible for module Prof. Dr.-Ing. Gebhard Hafer
Language of instruction English
Number of allocated
ECTS-Credits 6
Total workload and their
composition (e.g. self-
study + contact time)
Workload overall 180 hours
Classroom: 60 hours
Self-study: 120 hours
Type of examination /
requirement to award
credit points
90 minutes exam
Alternative types of examination (e.g. Homework, lecture/ presentation, case
study), if they are mandatory evaluated exercises, will be given by the lecturer in
the beginning of the module (§ 14 RSPO).
The result of the exam will be differentiated by grades (according to § 16 RSPO).
Weighting of grade in final
grade According to § 23 RSPO in consideration of the ECTS
Content and qualification
objectives of module
For the dealing with processes, organisations and cooperation relationships, sys-
tems and instruments in management support are necessary. The aim of the
module is therefore to introduce management concepts as well as the therein
contained management instruments of controlling and their application possibili-
ties. This module gives students various subsystems of logistical management,
such as the system of cost reckoning, the aims systems and the planning system.
They will be able to apply diverse instruments for these systems as in bench-
marking, budgeting and performance management, The students gain knowledge
control of important concepts and management instruments of controlling and
their application possibilities.
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The students will be able to validate such instruments.
Instruction and learning
methods of module Lectors, e-learning, case studies, group work, presentation
Literature
(required reading / addi-
tional recommended read-
in)
Literature containment and further recommendations a re made by the r e-
spective teachers.
Berk, Jonathan / DeMarzo, Peter: Corporate Finance. Harlow 2013
Fettke, P.; Loos, P.: Reference Modeling for Business Systems Analysis, 2006
Griffin, Ricky W.; Pustay, Michael W.: International Business. Hoboken, NJ 2012
Long, Douglas: International Logistics: Global Supply Chain Management. Nor-
well, Massachusetts 2003
Schary, Philip B.; Skjott-Larsen, Tage; Mikkola, Juliana H.: Managing the Global
Supply Chain. Copenhagen 2007
Welch, Ivo: Corporate Finance: An Introduction. Harlow 2008
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be selected.
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Module No. / Code M12
Module Modern Concepts of Production and Distribution logi stics
Duration of module One Semester
Type of course
(Mandatory, optional, etc.) Mandatory Event
Frequency of module offer Each year
Admission requirements Basic Knowledge of Logistic Management
Usability of module for
other study programs Modules with the same content at graduate level
Responsible for module Prof. Tilman Eichstädt
Language of instruction English
Number of allocated
ECTS-Credits 6
Total workload and their
composition (e.g. self-
study + contact time)
Workload overall 180 hours
Classroom: 60 hours
Self-study: 120 hours
Type of examination /
requirement to award
credit points
90 minutes exam
Alternative types of examination (e.g. Homework, lecture/ presentation, case
study), if they are mandatory evaluated exercises, will be given by the lecturer in
the beginning of the module (§ 14 RSPO).
The result of the exam will be differentiated by grades (according to § 16 RSPO).
Weighting of grade in final
grade According to § 23 RSPO in consideration of the ECTS
Qualification objectives of
module -
Content of module
The course consider the following topics:
• Modern concepts of production logistics: overview.
• Internal material flow management
• «Just-in-time» and «Just-in-Sequence» systems as a philosophy of continu-
ous improvement of production logistics.
• Lean Production: main objectives and key elements of the concept. Lean Pro-
duction Tools.
• Synchronized production systems.
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• Integration of basic and sustaining processes in the flexible manufacturing
systems
• Main ideas of the “continuous improvement” production concept “KAIZEN”
Instruction and learning
methods of module Lectors, e-learning, case studies, group work, presentation
Literature
(required reading / addi-
tional recommended read-
in)
Literature containment and further recommendations are made by the r e-
spective teachers.
Gourdin, Kent: Global Logistics Management Second Edition: A Competitive Ad-
vantage for the 21st Century. Oxford 2006
Nahmias, Steven: Production and Operations Analysis. New York 2013
Rushton, Alan; Croucher, Phil; Baker, Peter: The Handbook of Logistics and Dis-
tribution Management. London 2010
Waters, Donald: Global Logistics and Distribution Planning. Strategies for Man-
agement. London 2003
Wood, Donald F.; Barone, Anthony P.; Murphy, Paul R.; Wardlow, Daniel L.: Inter-
national Logistics. New York 2002
Because of frequent new releases of textbooks each current version is to
be selected.
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Module No. / Code M13
Module Strategic Management of logistics infrastructure an d IT support of
logistics infrastructure management
Duration of module One Semester
Type of course
(Mandatory, optional, etc.) Mandatory Event
Frequency of module offer Each year
Admission requirements Basic Knowledge in Logistic Management
Usability of module for
other study programs Modules with the same content at graduate level
Responsible for module Prof. Dr.-Ing. Gebhard Hafer
Language of instruction English
Number of allocated
ECTS-Credits 6
Total workload and their
composition (e.g. self-
study + contact time)
Workload overall 180 hours
Classroom: 60 hours
Self-study: 120 hours
Type of examination /
requirement to award
credit points
90 minutes exam
Alternative types of examination (e.g. Homework, lecture/ presentation, case
study), if they are mandatory evaluated exercises, will be given by the lecturer in
the beginning of the module (§ 14 RSPO).
The result of the exam will be differentiated by grades (according to § 16 RSPO).
Weighting of grade in final
grade According to § 23 RSPO in consideration of the ECTS
Qualification objectives of
module
The main objective of the course “Strategic logistics infrastructure management”
is the following:
• Students’ comprehension of logistics principles applied to the management of
logistics infrastructure (including: super infrastructure warehouse network,
storage facilities and separate warehouse)
• Knowledge how to plan inventory transactions
• Familiarity with the development of outsourcing concept of logistics services
on domestic and foreign markets
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• Ability to navigate current trends in warehousing and logistics infrastructure
• Proficiency of the methods of models of business processes in logistics infra-
structure
Content of module
The educational target of the program is to make the students able to create the
corporate logistic infrastructure development strategy according to the principal
strategic framework of the company.
in transportation -
• understand the role of the corporate transport strategic planning
• know the general approach to strategic planning in transportation
• understand the structure of transportation costs
• learn the methods of express-evaluating of the project proposals in transporta-
tion
• have the skill in “cost-profit” evaluation of transport projects
• understand the role of the “green logistics” factor in the transport planning
• know the methods of calculation the necessary transport fleet capacity
• have the skill to use the main indicators of the transport fleet utilization
• understand how to make a choice between private fleet and for-hire transpor-
tation
• know the principles of choosing the proper mode and carrier on the market
in warehousing -
• learn how to calculate the necessary number of warehouses in the company’s
network
• know the methods of the warehouses’ location
• understand the advantages and disadvantages of different options of the
warehouse operation (own, leased, etc.) and factors influencing the appropri-
ate decisions
• be able to choose the rational distribution system within the warehousing net-
work
• have the skill in developing the general scheme of the warehouse
• understand the principles of the warehouse loading-unloading zone design
• know how to identify the necessary warehouse square and capacity (as a
whole and for particular zones) considering the business development pros-
pects
• be able to develop the warehouse technological process basing of the ware-
house profile and goods nomenclature
• have the skills of selecting the warehouse equipment
• learn the methods of developing the variants of the general planning of the
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main working zones and selecting the optimal options
• have the skills of modelling of the main warehouse processes
• be able to develop the warehouse management organization schemes
The students should not only learn the theory but also prepare a team-developed
presentation.
Within the program the cases are presented and discussed based.
Instruction and learning
methods of module Lectors, e-learning, case studies, group work, presentation
Literature
(required reading / addi-
tional recommended read-
in)
Literatu re containment and further recommendations are made by the r e-
spective teachers.
Adamo, J.-M.: Data mining for association rules and sequential patterns. Sequen-
tial and parallel algorithms, 2001. (Technology)
Bryman, Alan / Cramer, Duncan: Quantitative Data Analysis with SPSS 12 and
13: A Guide for Social Scientists. New York 2004
Gourdin, Kent: Global Logistics Management Second Edition: A Competitive Ad-
vantage for the 21st Century. Oxford 2006
Inmon, William H.: Building the Data Warehouse. Indianapolis, IN 2005
Laudon, Kenneth C.; Laudon Jane P: Management Information Systems Manag-
ing the Digital Firm (10th Economy Edition; Paperback 2008)
Stock, James R.; Lambert, Douglas M.: Strategic Logistics Management. New
York 2001
Tilanus, B.: Information systems in Logistics and Transportation. Pergamon 1997
Wirtz, B. W.: Electronic Business, 2001. (General)
Zodge, Milind D.: Building Data Warehouse. North Charleston 2011
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be selected.
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Module No. / Code M14
Module Student Scientific Research Seminar in Logistics (S CRS I)
Duration of module One Semester
Type of course
(Mandatory, optional, etc.) Mandatory Event
Frequency of module offer Each year
Admission requirements none
Usability of module for
other study programs Modules with the same content at graduate level
Responsible for module Prof. Dr.-Ing. Gebhard Hafer
Language of instruction English
Number of allocated
ECTS-Credits 6
Total workload and their
composition (e.g. self-
study + contact time)
Workload overall 180 hours
Classroom: 60 hours
Self-study: 120 hours
Type of examination /
requirement to award
credit points
case study, homework, presentation
The result of the exam will be differentiated by grades (according to § 16 RSPO).
Weighting of grade in final
grade According to § 23 RSPO in consideration of the ECTS
Qualification objectives of
module
The educational target of the Workshop is to make the students able to create a
corporate strategy.
Content of module This program consists of two sections: “Warehousing” and “Transportation”. This
block of the course covers only “Warehousing” section.
Instruction and learning
methods of module Lectors, e-learning, case studies, group work, presentation
Literature
(required reading / addi-
tional recommended read-
in)
Literature containment and further recommendations a re made by the r e-
spective teachers.
Polonsky, Michael Jay / Waller, David S.: Designing and Managing a Research
Project: A Business Student's Guide. London 2010
Because of frequent new releases of textbooks each current version is to
be selected.
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Module No. / Code M15
Module Student Scientific Research Seminar in Logistics (S CRS II)
Duration of module One Semester
Type of course
(Mandatory, optional, etc.) Mandatory Event
Frequency of module offer Each year
Admission requirements none
Usability of module for
other study programs Modules with the same content at graduate level
Responsible for module Prof. Dr.-Ing. Gebhard Hafer
Language of instruction English
Number of allocated
ECTS-Credits 6
Total workload and their
composition (e.g. self-
study + contact time)
Workload overall 180 hours
Classroom: 60 hours
Self-study: 120 hours
Type of examination /
requirement to award
credit points
case study, homework, presentation
The result of the exam will be differentiated by grades (according to § 16 RSPO).
Weighting of grade in final
grade According to § 23 RSPO in consideration of the ECTS
Qualification objectives of
module
The educational target of the Workshop is to make the students able to create a
corporate strategy.
Content of module This block of the course covers only “Transportation” section.
Instruction and learning
methods of module Lectors, e-learning, case studies, group work, presentation
Literature
(required reading / addi-
tional recommended read-
in)
Literature containment and further recommendations are made by the r e-
spective teachers.
Polonsky, Michael Jay / Waller, David S.: Designing and Managing a Research
Project: A Business Student's Guide. London 2010
Because of frequent new releases of textbooks each current version is to
be selected.
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Module No. / Code M16
Module Colloquium
Duration of module One Semester
Type of course
(Mandatory, optional, etc.) Mandatory Event
Frequency of module offer Each year
Admission requirements
Usability of module for
other study programs
Responsible for module Prof Dr.-Ing. Gebhard Hafer
Language of instruction English
Number of allocated
ECTS-Credits 6
Total workload and their
composition (e.g. self-
study + contact time)
Workload overall 180 hours
Classroom: 15 hours
Self-study: 165 hours
Type of examination /
requirement to award
credit points
Presentation
The result of the exam will be differentiated by grades (according to § 16 RSPO).
Weighting of grade in final
grade According to § 23 RSPO in consideration of the ECTS
Qualification objectives of
module
Content of module
Instruction and learning
methods of module
Literature
(Required reading / litera-
ture additionally recom-
mended)
Literature containment and further recommendations are made by the r e-
spective teachers.
Because of frequent new releases of textbooks each current version is to
be selected.
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Module No. / Code M17
Module Master thesis
Duration of module One Semester
Type of course
(Mandatory, optional, etc.) Mandatory Event
Frequency of module offer Each year
Admission requirements
Usability of module for
other study programs
Responsible for module Prof Dr.-Ing. Gebhard Hafer
Language of instruction English
Number of allocated
ECTS-Credits 18
Total workload and their
composition (e.g. self-
study + contact time)
Workload overall 540 hours
Type of examination /
requirement to award
credit points
Weighting of grade in final
grade
The module grade is the weighted arithmetic mean of the Mandatory Event mod-
ule and other services. Other module performance can be rated at up to 10 credit
points.
The overall grade of the Master examination is the weighted arithmetic mean of
module grades and the grade of the final exam. The weight corresponds to the
proportion of ECTS of the total number about 120.
Qualification objectives of
module
Content of module
Instruction and learning
methods of module
Literature
(required reading / addi-
tional recommended read-
ing)
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