Master of Science in Logistics and Transport Management

Programme Syllabus for Master of Science in Logistics and Transport Management 120 higher education credits Second Cycle Established by the Faculty Board of the School of Business, Economics and Law, University of Gothenburg, on November 14, 2006, last revised on July 13, 2009. Graduate School School of Business, Economics and Law at University of Gothenburg Vasagatan 1, PO Box 695, SE 405 30 Göteborg, Sweden +46 31 786 0000, +46 31 786 5339 (fax) www.handels.gu.se study.info@gs.gu.se

2 / 8 1. Decision and Guidelines The study programme for the Master of Science in Logistics and Transport Management, 120 higher education credits (equals 120 ECTS credits), was established by the Faculty Board of the School of Business, Economics and Law on November 14, 2006 and last revised on July 13, 2009. The programme syllabus applies as from autumn term of 2009. 2. General Objectives Second cycle education shall according to the Swedish Higher Education Act (HEA) build on knowledge that students acquire in first cycle education or corresponding knowledge (see Appendix 1, HEA, ch. 1:9) The general objectives for a Degree of Master (Two Years) are stated in Appendix 2, the Higher Education Ordinance (see Appendix 1). 3. Programme Specific Objectives (learning outcomes) The Logistics and Transport Management Programme shall, in addition to the education at the basic level that is defined by the entrance requirements for the programme: Further develop the students ability to independently assess, integrate and use knowledge in the logistics and transport field Develop the students ability to, with a knowledge based approach, handle complex phenomena, problems and situations Develop the students opportunities for both a career in the logistics and transport field, which calls for independent thinking, and for R & D work After successfully completing the programme the student should have developed advanced and relevant knowledge making them prepared for leading management and analyst positions that focus on processes, systems, and organisations in the flow and storage of goods, services and related information in the supply chain from the point of origin to the point of consumption. These positions as manager or analyst are found in the logistics function of manufacturers and distributors of all kinds as well as in transport companies and logistics service providers. Public organisations involved in the regulation and planning of transport, logistics, and infrastructure service provision at the regional, national, and international level also represent a labour market for the programme.

3 / 8 4. Organisation All Graduate School programmes are managed by the Dean of the Graduate School while the operational responsibility rests with the Director of Studies. Each Graduate School programme has a programme coordinator and an advisory programme committee responsible for programme and course content. 5. Programme Disposition and Content The programme covers four academic terms of full time study (120 higher education credits) including three terms of courses (90 higher education credits) and one term of Master Degree Project writing (thesis 30 higher education credits). The programme comprises core courses, including methods, elective courses and the degree project. Core courses are specific for the programme and are complemented by courses in methods with the emphasis on quantitative and qualitative analysis. Elective courses from other Master programmes at the Graduate School and our partner programme at Chalmers or, only after consultation with programme coordinator, second cycle courses at University of Gothenburg or at one of our partner universities may be an option. 5.1 Specialization options (tracks) The programme offers a unique combination of general knowledge and skill in logistics and transport management and a specialization in one of three sub areas within the wider subject. The general knowledge and skill is provided through courses in general logistics and also in strategic management and international trade. The specialization is provided for the students by choice of one of three different tracks during part of the programme. The three tracks are: Transport Economics and Management (TEM), Logistics and Supply Chain Management (LSM), and Maritime Logistics and Shipping Management (MLM). Each track will be given on condition that it is chosen by a sufficient number of students. In addition, some personal differentiation will be possible through elective courses. The Transport Economics and Management track deals with transport economics and strategic management aspects of transport providers and their means of production; freight flow control; the design and operation of efficient and effective transport systems; the evaluation of transport systems and transport solutions; transport demand and customer behaviour; competition in and for transport markets; and transport regulation and public policy. This track specialisation includes both freight and passenger transportation. The supply chain provides a framework for businesses and their suppliers to jointly deliver goods, services, and information efficiently and effectively to customers. The Logistics and Supply Chain Management track presents business processes and strategies needed to achieve integrated logistics management. The track describes logistics practices in a global economy, how to apply logistics principles to achieve competitive advantage, and also how to integrate logistics as a core competency within company supply chain strategy.

4 / 8 The Maritime Logistics and Shipping Management track focuses on strategic management aspects of waterborne transport systems and vessel operators. It presents the physical and organisational infrastructure of transport systems in which the maritime transport constitutes an essential part. The track further deals with the design and operation of efficient and effective systems for waterborne transport with an eye on their door to door competitiveness. Finally, the track also deals with the maritime industry in terms of freight markets, company behaviour, and maritime policy. The specific content of the programme will depend on the track chosen. In addition, there are elective courses available to students which will enable them to differentiate their programmes to some extent. 5.2 Disposition Year 1 Period Autumn term Period 1 Autumn term Period 2 Spring term Period 3 Transportation, 7.5 credits (core) Integrated Logistics, 7.5 credits (core) Advanced Logistics and Operations Management, 15 credits (core) Track: Transport Economics and Management Track: Logistics and Supply Chain Management Track: Maritime Logistics and Shipping Management Spring term Period 4 Year 2 Period Autumn term Period 1 Autumn term Period 2 Spring term Period 3 and 4 Transport economics 7.5 credits (core) Transport Policy and Management 7.5 credits (core) Strategic Supply Chain Logistics Management 7.5 credits (core) Retailing, Wholesaling and Logistics 7.5 credits (core) Industrial Organisation and Business Strategic Management 7.5 credits (core) International Trade and Logistics 7.5 credits (core) Research methods, 7.5 credits (core) Elective course, 7.5 credits Elective courses, 15 credits Master Degree Project, 30 credits Shipping Production Systems and Logistics management 7.5 credits (core) The Shipping Industry maritime policy, freight markets and company behaviour 7.5 credits (core)

5 / 8 The electives are tentative depending upon faculty changes and number of registered students and may vary from year to year. Elective courses from other master programmes at the Graduate School and our partner programme at Chalmers or, in special cases and only after consultation with programme coordinator, second cycle courses at University of Gothenburg or at one of our partner universities may be an option. Only students with very good study results at the Graduate School, excellent English language proficiency and a clear purpose for their exchange period will be permitted to study as exchange students at our partner universities. 5.3 Content The content below applies to students admitted 2009 (for content regarding students admitted 2008, see appendix 2) 1 st term Transportation (core course, 7.5 higher education credits) Integrated Logistics (core course, 7.5 higher education credits) Advanced Logistics and Operations Management (core course, 15 higher education credits) 2 nd term Track: Transport Economics and Management Transport Economics (core course, 7.5 higher education credits) Transport Policy and Management (core course, 7.5 higher education credits) Track: Logistics and Supply Chain Management Strategic Supply Chain Logistics Management (core course, 7.5 higher education credits) Retailing, Wholesaling and Logistics (core course, 7.5 higher education credits Track: Maritime Logistics and Shipping Management Shipping: Production Systems and Logistics Management (core course, 7.5 higher education credits) The Shipping Industry: Maritime Policy, Freight Markets, and Company Behaviour (core course, 7.5 higher education credits Industrial Organisation and Business Strategic Management (core course, 7.5 higher education credits) International Trade and Logistics (7.5 higher education credits) 3 rd term Research Methods (core course, 7.5 higher education credits) Elective course 1 (7.5 higher education credits) Choice among: Intermodal Transport (7.5 higher education credits

6 / 8 Environmental Aspects of Logistics and Transport (7.5 higher education credits, given by Chalmers) Sustainable Mobility Drivers, Limits, Responses (7.5 higher education credits) Elective course 2 and 3 (choice of 15 higher education credits): Maritime and Transport Law (15 higher education credits Logistics System Simulation (7.5 higher education credits) Strategy and Organisation (7.5 higher education credits) Risk Management and Safety (7.5 higher education credits, given by Chalmers) 4 th term The fourth term is devoted to full time master degree project writing (30 higher education credits) under the supervision of a faculty member. It will be prepared during the third term through choice of subject and a course in research methodology. 6. Tuition and Examination The tuition is in English throughout the programme. Courses will include lectures, seminars and case studies. The students will also work together in small groups, according to educational principles such as problem based learning, experiential learning and action learning. Group reports will be assessed and graded individually, as will individual term papers and individually written exams. The courses will be examined separately. Each course is graded with Pass with Distinction (väl godkänd, VG), Pass (godkänd, G) or Fail (underkänd, U). Grades are translated with a set model where the grades correspond to the following intervals according to EGIS (ECTS Grade Interpretations Scheme) Pass with Distinction (väl godkänd, VG) Pass (godkänd, G) Fail (underkänd, U) A B C E FX F A student has the right to be examined a maximum of five times for each course. 7. Admission Requirements and Selection Process General Admission Requirements The applicant must hold the minimum of a Bachelors degree (i.e. the equivalent of 180 ECTS credits at an accredited university). The applicant s university education must include a minimum of 90 ECTS credits in a major subject and a thesis, term paper or equivalent proof of proficiency in academic writing, a minimum of 15 ECTS credits in Statistics as well as the programme specific entrance requirements, or equal qualification as assessed by the Graduate School. English Proficiency Requirements The applicant must prove English proficiency by one of the following:

7 / 8 TOEFL IBT (internet based) TOEFL (computer based) TOEFL (paper based) IELTS For information about required test results, please see admission information on Graduate School s webpage: www.handels.gu.se/gs This requirement does not apply to students with a Bachelors Degree, based upon at least 3 years of full time studies, from an education with English as the only language of instruction (with the exception of applicants with a Bachelors Degree from Pakistan or Bangladesh), or to students having passed English level B at the Swedish Upper Secondary School. Programme Specific Entrance Requirements The applicant s university education must include a minimum of 60 ECTS credits in one, or a combination, of the following subject areas: Business Administration and Economics. For continued studies within the programme individual courses have specific requirements, as provided in each course outline. Selection Process The selection process is based on the number of ECTS credit equivalents. The minimum number required is 180 ECTS credits. Ranking of applicants is based on the interval up to and including 210 ECTS credits. Should the situation arise that a group ties due to equal qualifications, selection is made according to the applicant s first choice of programme. If this process does not resolve the tie, a final selection is made by ballot. 8. Degree Certificate and Degree Title Upon completion (receiving a minimum grade of Pass) of all the courses and the degree project, and fulfilment of the requirements given above, students will receive a Degree of Master of Science (Two Years) in Logistics and Transport Management. A special Graduate School Diploma stating specialization based on the following tracks will be issued after degree requirements have been fulfilled and the degree certificate issued: Transport Economics and Management Logistics and Supply Chain Management Maritime Logistics and Shipping Management

8 / 8 9. Programme Evaluation All courses in the programme will be anonymously evaluated by the students upon completion. The results of the evaluation will be communicated to the students and will function as a guide for the development of the course and of the programme.

Appendix 1 1 (2) Programme Syllabus, Graduate School Higher Education Act Chapter 1 Section 9 Second level education shall essentially build on the knowledge that students acquire in first level education or corresponding knowledge. Second level education shall involve a deepening of knowledge, skills and abilities relative to first level education and, in addition to what applies to first level education, shall - further develop the students ability to independently integrate and use knowledge, - develop the students ability to deal with complex phenomena, issues and situations, and - develop the students potential for professional activities that demand considerable independence or for research and development work. Higher Education Ordinance Appendix 2, System of Qualifications Degree of Master (Two Years) (Masterexamen) Scope A Degree of Master (Two Years) is obtained after the student has completed course requirements of 120 higher education credits with a certain area of specialisation determined by each higher education institution itself, including at least 60 higher education credits with in-depth studies in the main field of study. In addition, the student must hold a Degree of Bachelor, a Degree of Bachelor of Arts in, a professional degree worth at least 180 higher education credits or an equivalent foreign qualification. Exceptions may be made to the requirement of a previous qualification for a student who has been admitted to the educational programme without having had basic eligibility in the form of a qualification. However, this does not apply if in the admissions process an exception has been made under Chapter 7, Section 28, second paragraph on the grounds that there has been insufficient time to issue a qualification certificate. Objectives Knowledge and understanding For a Degree of Master (Two Years) students must - demonstrate knowledge and understanding in their main field of study, including both broad knowledge in the field and substantially deeper knowledge of certain parts of the field, together with deeper insight into current research and development work; and - demonstrate deeper methodological knowledge in their main field of study.

Appendix 1 2 (2) Programme Syllabus, Graduate School Skills and abilities For a Degree of Master (Two Years) students must - demonstrate an ability to critically and systematically integrate knowledge and to analyse, assess and deal with complex phenomena, issues and situations, even when limited information is available; - demonstrate an ability to critically, independently and creatively identify and formulate issues and to plan and, using appropriate methods, carry out advanced tasks within specified time limits, so as to contribute to the development of knowledge and to evaluate this work; - demonstrate an ability to clearly present and discuss their conclusions and the knowledge and arguments behind them, in dialogue with different groups, orally and in writing, in national and international contexts; and - demonstrate the skill required to participate in research and development work or to work independently in other advanced contexts. Judgement and approach For a Degree of Master (Two Years) students must - demonstrate an ability to make assessments in their main field of study, taking into account relevant scientific, social and ethical aspects, and demonstrate an awareness of ethical aspects of research and development work; - demonstrate insight into the potential and limitations of science, its role in society and people s responsibility for how it is used; and - demonstrate an ability to identify their need of further knowledge and to take responsibility for developing their knowledge. Independent project (degree project) For a Degree of Master (Two Years) students must have completed an independent project (degree project) worth at least 30 higher education credits in their main field of study, within the framework of the course requirements. The independent project may comprise less than 30 higher education credits, but not less than 15 higher education credits, if the student has already completed an independent project at the second level worth at least 15 higher education credits in their main field of study, or an equivalent project in a foreign educational programme. Other For a Degree of Master (Two Years) with a certain area of specialisation more precise requirements are also to apply, as determined by each higher education institution itself within the framework of the requirements in this qualification description.

Appendix 2 Programme Syllabus for MSc in Logistics and Transport Management 1 Programme Content for students admitted 2008 1 st term Transportation (core course, 7.5 higher education credits) Integrated Logistics (core course, 7.5 higher education credits) Advanced Logistics and Operations Management (core course, 15 higher education credits) 2 nd term Track: Transport Economics and Management Transport Economics (core course, 7.5 higher education credits) Transport Policy and Management (core course, 7.5 higher education credits) Track: Logistics and Supply Chain Management Strategic Supply Chain Logistics Management (core course, 7.5 higher education credits) Retailing, Wholesaling and Logistics (core course, 7.5 higher education credits) Track: Maritime Logistics and Shipping Management Shipping: Production Systems and Logistics Management (core course, 7.5 higher education credits) The Shipping Industry: Maritime Policy, Freight Markets, and Company Behaviour (core course, 7.5 higher education credits) Industrial Organisation and Business Strategic Management (core course, 7.5 higher education credits) International Trade and Logistics (7.5 higher education credits) 3 rd term Research Methods (core course, 7.5 higher education credits) Elective course 1 (7.5 higher education credits) Choice among: Project Management (7.5 higher education credits) Total Quality Management (7.5 higher education credits) Environmental Aspects of Logistics and Transport (7.5 higher education credits, given by Chalmers) Elective course 2 and 3 (choice of 15 higher education credits): Maritime and Transport Law (15 higher education credits) Logistics System Simulation (7.5 higher education credits) Strategy and Organisation (7.5 higher education credits) Risk Management and Safety (7.5 higher education credits, given by Chalmers) 4 th term The fourth term is devoted to full time master degree project writing (30 higher education credits) under the supervision of a faculty member. It

Appendix 2 Programme Syllabus for MSc in Logistics and Transport Management 2 will be prepared during the third term through choice of subject and a course in research methodology.