As a neighbour of Europe’s busiest port, Rotterdam School of Management (RSM), Erasmus University is a leader in researching Supply Chain Management (SCM).
Curriculum
Core courses:
- Supply Chain Fundamentals
- Purchasing and Supply Management
- Supply Chain Decision Analytics
- Facility Logistics Management
- Global Sustainable Supply Chains
- Distribution Networks
- Your Future Career
- Research Methods and Skills
- Thesis
Electives:
- Supply Chain Simulation
- Strategic Sourcing
- Supply Chain Forecasting
- Ports in Global Networks
- Healthcare Procurement & Value Chain Management
- Introduction to Commodity Trade & Supply Networks
- Health and Humanitarian Logistics
- Advanced Topics in Global SCM
- SCM Company-Based Research Project
- Behavioral Operations Management
- Closed-Loop Supply Chains
- Coaching for Innovation
Read more about: Curriculum Master in Supply Chain Management.
Mode of education
In addition to lectures, you will work in small groups on business cases and assignments. Many of the exercises are carried out in teams. Skills training, presentations, visiting lecturers and practitioners are all part of the curriculum. In order to graduate you will be trained in analytical and research skills and must write an individual thesis on a topic of your choice.