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A view of the study programmeAbout the programme
Core concepts for the minor are the suitable application of IT and automation of processes, as well as collaboration between organisations in the demand-supply chain into the future. Examples of themes of the last two years were:
- How can -by applying IT- the logistical processes, and their management, be more effective and efficient?
- What effects and chances do ‘Smart Data’ and Information Management offer to enterprises related to logistics?
- What role does information have within the supply chain and how can it assure the outstanding position of the Rotterdam region; how does technology facilitate better partnership over the chain?
- How can IT, the mobile revolution and automation support a resilient supply chain?
All these developments will only truly be beneficial if they are based on correct, accurate & timely information, supported by ‘fit for purpose’ technologies that have been successfully implemented.
Method
Innovative Logistics and IT is a knowledge, practice and student driven programme. The working method is a mix of :
- Interactive classes
- Assignments introduced by guest lecturers
- Company visits
- Assignments in practice
- Videos
- Case studies
- Two projects that facilitate active learning
The students will have influence on the subjects dealt with, by their active participation. All classes will have the goal to allow the student to solve certain issues.
Learning outcomes
If you have successfully completed this exchange programme then you are able to:
- Give recommendations related to opportunities,risks and restrictions of the use of (innovative) IT business solutions for supply chains and logistics within different subject areas (such as transport logistics, production logistics, distribution logistics, supply chain management
- Translate the logistical business requirements into clear process-information-technical specifications and develop good implementation plans as well as translating the outcomes and impacts back to logistics.
- To use project management skills including stakeholder management, risk and financial management.
- Co-operate, plan and organize, communicate in a multidisciplinary environment
Calendar
| Block 1 and 2 | |
| Week 1 | Kick off |
| Week 2 - 8 | Lessons |
| Week 9 - 10 | Exams and retakes |
Awarding
After completing your exchange programme at Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences, you will receive a:
- Transcription of records
Subjects
An indication of the subjects you can expectBlock 1
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Kick off week ‘Trends’ (1 ECTS)
Kick off week ‘Trends’ (1 ECTS)
Topics
- Skills and competences needed to work on the edge of logistics and IT
- Innovation in general (different perspectives)
- Trends in logistics, trends in IT
Learning materials
- DHL Trend radar report
Learning outcomes
- Pedagogical outcome: Bonding and becoming familiar with the working methods in the exhange programme, with the other participants of the exchange programme;
- Understanding of the different perspectives of innovation.
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Information Flows Processes and IT (3 ECTS)
Information Flows Processes and IT (3 ECTS)
Topics
- Determining the right data for the business processes to provide valuable information in operating and managing the flows is paramount for companies even before they try and use IT to gain efficiencies of automation.
- Analysis of processes using Business Process Model & Notation (BPMN) & Unified Modelling Language (UML)
- Good governance and control over information
- Classifications, information quality and structure of data and information flows is an important aspect of this module.
Learning materials
- Business analysis techniques 99 essential tools for success' , J.Cadle
Learning outcomes
- Enable students to understand the distinctions of information versus data as well as their quality attributes;
- Understand organisational activities, governance and the surrounding Business Processes
- Be able to analyse and model business processes for logistics using BPMN, UML and SIPOC techniques, including hands-on;
- Understand the issues surrounding technologies that support information in the processes, in organisations and between organisations.
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International IT Project management (3 ECTS)
International IT Project management (3 ECTS)
Topics
- Different project management methods and tools (from agile to waterfall)
- Project management subjects like Stakeholder management, financial management, risk management, project control, quality management, scope and IT change management
- Enterprise IT infrastructure and software, typical IT systems in logistics companies, basic software development, the architecture of a computer system, IT service provision in organisations.
Learning materials
- ‘Project management essentials […]’ by William P Athayde
- License for the ‘International project simulation’
Learning outcomes
- Develop skills to effectively manage a project team and achieve the desired project objectives.
- Learn how to develop, describe and evaluate a project plan for IT implementations;
- Understand different Project Management methods & tools.
- Apply the phases and phasing of typical IT projects.
- Understand and apply the various soft skills you need as a Project Manager related to Stakeholders, the team and suppliers.
- Expand abilities to communicate in a professional way with IT professionals.
- Understand basic IT components such as IT infrastructure and software.
- Understand basic software development.
- Describe the architecture of a computer system.
- Be able to describe basic IT service provision in organisations.
The following competencies are being (in part) addressed:
- Is able to set up, manage and improve the logistics within the various domains.
- Supports the development, implementation and evaluation of change processes within organisations.
- Plans logistics operations and takes care of their implementation.
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Consultancy Project (6 ECTS)
Consultancy Project (6 ECTS)
Topics
- Requirements analysis
- How to develop an elaborated, valid and reliable business advice and write a professional business report
- Consultancy skills
In this project (different business owners, the business owner is a real company or research institute) , the students will give an in-depth advise on a practical problem or oppunity in the field of logistics and IT.
Students will apply the concepts, analysing methods and knowledge they learn in modules ‘Information flows’ and ‘International IT project management’
Learning materials
- Depends on the topic of the business owner’s practical problem
Learning outcomes
- To be able to translate a practical problem or opportunity into a SMART formulated assignment;
- To be able to create solutions and recommendations that are based on collected data;
- To be able to show added value to the client, based on research;
- Plan and organise activities in agreement with the client;
- Communicate and act professionally and client focused about the objective, progress and results of the project.
Total number of ECTS (block 1 and 2): 6 ECTS
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Professionalism Module (5 ECTS)
Professionalism Module (5 ECTS)
Topics
Within this module, the student will have the possibility to further develop his/her knowledge within a logistics IT-related subject e.g. robotics, augmented reality, Internet of Things, Process mining, Blockchain or focus on programming (Python), and by visiting conferences/seminars in the Logistics and IT working field. The student will choose what subjects he or she will research and the work-form (such as a Computer-based Training, simulation game, optional course etc.) and agree them with his/her mentor. It is recommended that suitable skills are learned by the student that will help them elsewhere in the minor – specifically for the Consultancy project or Data Science and BI project.
Learning materials
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Depends on the chosen topic. No compulsory literature, but recommendations will be given based on the chosen subject .
Learning outcomes
- Depends on the chosen topics.
Total number of ECTS (block 1 and 2): 5 ECTS
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Innovation (5 ECTS)
Innovation (5 ECTS)
Topics
In this module, different innovative concepts and IT trends and their impact on logistics, the IT architecture and service provision are analysed in more detail.
Examples are:
- Change management and social innovation
- Sharing logistics concepts and the
- Blockchain
- Internet of Things and the impact on the supply chain
- 3D printing and the impact on the supply chain
Learning materials
- Osterwalder, "Business model generation"
Learning outcomes
- Understanding;
- Translation to strategic opportunities.
Total number of ECTS (block 1 and 2): 5 ECTS
Block 2
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Logistics IT applications (3 ECTS)
Logistics IT applications (3 ECTS)
Topics
- Software evaluation and selection
- Logistics IT Applications (WMS, TMS, SCEM, planning systems, robotization in WMS) and new functionalities
- Alignment of the required process improvements
Learning materials
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No compulsory books, materials will be provided
Learning outcomes
- Understanding of the different categories of requirements;
- Translation to strategic opportunities.
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Consultancy Project (6 ECTS)
Consultancy Project (6 ECTS)
Topics
- Requirements analysis
- How to develop an elaborated, valid and reliable business advice and write a professional business report
- Consultancy skills
In this project (different business owners, the business owner is a real company or research institute) , the students will give an in-depth advise on a practical problem or oppunity in the field of logistics and IT.
Students will apply the concepts, analysing methods and knowledge they learn in modules ‘Informatio
Learning materials
- Depends on the topic of the business owner’s practical problem
Learning outcomes
- To be able to translate a practical problem or opportunity into a SMART formulated assignment
- To be able to create solutions and recommendations that are based on collected data
- To be able to show added value to the client, based on research
- Plan and organise activities in agreement with the client
- Communicate and act professionally and client focused about the objective, progress and results of the project
Total number of ECTS (block 1 and 2): 6 ECTS
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Professionalism Module (5 ECTS)
Professionalism Module (5 ECTS)
Topics
Within this module, the student will have the possibility to further develop his/her knowledge within a logistics IT-related subject e.g. robotics, augmented reality, Internet of Things, Process mining, Blockchain or focus on programming (Python), and by visiting conferences/seminars in the Logistics and IT working field. The student will choose what subjects he or she will research and the work-form (such as a Computer-based Training, simulation game, optional course etc.) and agree them with his/her mentor. It is recommended that suitable skills are learned by the student that will help them elsewhere in the minor – specifically for the Consultancy project or Data Science and BI project.
Learning materials
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Depends on the chosen topic. No compulsory literature, but recommendations will be given based on the chosen subject .
Learning outcomes
- Depends on the chosen topics.
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Innovation (5 ECTS)
Innovation (5 ECTS)
Topics
In this module, different innovative concepts and IT trends and their impact on logistics, the IT architecture and service provision are analysed in more detail.
Examples are:
- Change management and social innovation
- Sharing logistics concepts and the
- Blockchain
- Internet of Things and the impact on the supply chain
- 3D printing and the impact on the supply chain
Learning materials
- Osterwalder, "Business model generation"
Learning outcomes
- Understanding
- Translation to strategic opportunities
Total number of ECTS (block 1 and 2): 5 ECTS
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Data Science and BI (5 ECTS)
Data Science and BI (5 ECTS)
- To be announced
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