TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY OF DENMARK · DENMARK
Introduction to Operations and Supply Chain Management
Bachelor's · Taught in da · UCAS 42587
At a glance
13 mo
Duration
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IELTS
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Tuition / yr
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Language
Bachelor's
Level
This course provides an introduction to the key planning challenges and solution methods faced by companies across their supply chains. It covers strategic, tactical, and operational planning levels, offering insights into supply chain and production management. Students will learn quantitative methods, including descriptive statistics and mathematical optimization, applied through spreadsheet exercises, laying the groundwork for business intelligence and business analytics studies.
Curriculum
The course covers core concepts in supply chain management (SCM) and operations management (OM), using practical exercises and mandatory group assignments in Microsoft Excel. Topics include data management, formula creation, visualization, and optimization using Excel Solver.
- Single Course
- Supply Chain Management (SCM) and Operations Management (OM)
- Production processes, layout of production systems, and Business Process Management
- Quality and capacity management
- Management of supplies
- Logistics
- Forecasting
- Sales and Operations Planning
- Inventory management
- Production Planning
Frequently asked questions
- Who is eligible to apply for this programme?
- Admission is typically through exchange agreements with partner universities (Erasmus+ or bilateral). You must be nominated by your home institution and have completed your first two years of university studies.
- What are the tuition fees for international students?
- Tuition fees apply to non-EU/EEA citizens. The fee is 7500 EUR per semester for MSc studies, with potential revisions expected for Autumn 2026. EU/EEA citizens are not required to pay tuition fees.
- What is the duration of the programme?
- This programme is listed as a 'Single Course' and consists of 9 modules, each worth 5 credits, for a total of 45 credits.
- How do I apply to this programme?
- You must first be nominated by your home institution as an exchange student. DTU does not accept applications from free movers. After nomination, you will submit your application materials to DTU for review.
- What topics are covered in this course?
- The course covers core concepts in Supply Chain Management (SCM) and Operations Management (OM), including production processes, quality management, logistics, forecasting, and inventory management, using practical Excel exercises.
Entry requirements
UndergraduateMinimum requirement is completion of the first two years of university studies at home university. Exceptions subject to individual assessment.
Admission is typically through exchange agreements (Erasmus+ or bilateral). Students must be nominated by their home institution. Free movers are not accepted. Must be enrolled in a formal higher education program at a partner university.
Fees
Tuition (international)7500 EUR per semester (for MSc studies, expected to be revised for Autumn 2026)
Tuition (home)Not applicable for EU/EEA citizens. Fees covered by the Danish state.
Living—
Tuition fees are for paying students (non-EU/EEA citizens). EU/EEA citizens are not required to pay tuition fees.
How to apply
1. Check EligibilityConsult the international office at your home university to confirm your eligibility and to see if DTU is a partner university.
2. Obtain NominationIf your home university has an exchange agreement with DTU (Erasmus+ or bilateral), you must be nominated by your home institution. DTU does not accept free movers.
3. Submit ApplicationOnce nominated, you will submit your application materials to DTU for review.
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible to apply for this programme?
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Admission is typically through exchange agreements with partner universities (Erasmus+ or bilateral). You must be nominated by your home institution and have completed your first two years of university studies.
What are the tuition fees for international students?
+
Tuition fees apply to non-EU/EEA citizens. The fee is 7500 EUR per semester for MSc studies, with potential revisions expected for Autumn 2026. EU/EEA citizens are not required to pay tuition fees.
What is the duration of the programme?
+
This programme is listed as a 'Single Course' and consists of 9 modules, each worth 5 credits, for a total of 45 credits.
How do I apply to this programme?
+
You must first be nominated by your home institution as an exchange student. DTU does not accept applications from free movers. After nomination, you will submit your application materials to DTU for review.
What topics are covered in this course?
+
The course covers core concepts in Supply Chain Management (SCM) and Operations Management (OM), including production processes, quality management, logistics, forecasting, and inventory management, using practical Excel exercises.