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AGRICULTURAL
UNIVERSITY OF ATHENS
Department of Agribusiness
& Supply Chain Management

5913- International Project in Supply Chain Management

Content

1. Introduction to basic concepts 2. Supply chain strategy and planning 3. Project planning 4. Project management 5. Project control 6. Risk management in projects 7. Cross-cultural communication and collaboration 8. Global sourcing and procurement 9. Logistics and transportation management 10. Technology and innovation in supply chain management projects 11. Sustainability and ethical sourcing 12. Performance measurement and continuous improvement 13. Final preparation and project presentations

Learning results

The course will give students practical experience in addressing real-world supply chain challenges in an international context and will help them develop important cross-cultural communication and collaboration skills required to operate effectively in global supply chains. In addition, an interdisciplinary perspective is promoted, as the requirements of an international supply chain project intersect with many business disciplines, allowing students to apply knowledge from other courses. Examining the complexity of international supply chains with the contribution of project management will enhance students’ analytical and problem-solving skills.

Upon successful completion of the course, the student will be able to: develop and implement integrated strategies for managing complex international supply chain projects, demonstrating proficiency in project planning, risk assessment and cross-cultural collaboration. Analyze global supply chain networks and design optimal solutions that balance efficiency, responsiveness and sustainability in various international environments. Applies advanced technological tools and innovative approaches to solve real-world supply chain challenges, demonstrating the ability to leverage emerging technologies in international supply chain operations. Creates and presents reports and presentations on international supply chain projects, demonstrating strong communication skills and the ability to articulate complex ideas to various stakeholders

Bibliography

Bibliography: -In Greek: Reid, D.R. & Sanders. N.R. (2022). Διοίκηση επιχειρησιακών λειτουργιών. Αθήνα: Κριτική • Slack, N., Brandon - Jones, A. Johnston, R. & Betts, A. (2020). Διοίκηση παραγωγής και επιχειρηματικών διαδικασιών. Αθήνα: Κλειδάριθμος. • Παλταγιάν, Γ. Χατζηδημητρίου, Ι. & Αιγυπτιάδης, Α. (2021). Διοίκηση Διαδικασιών στο Διεθνές Εμπόριο. Θεσσαλονίκη: Δίσιγμα. -Related scientific journals: • Journal of Supply Chain Management • Journal of Supply Chain Management, Logistics and Procurement • Supply Chain Management: An International Journal -Instructor's Notes • Journal of Supply Chain Management • Journal of Supply Chain Management, Logistics and Procurement • Supply Chain Management: An International Journal -Instructor's Notes

Faculty

NEWSLETTER

The Department was created in 2019 (article 20, Law 4589/2019) and is an evolution of the Supply Systems Management Department (D.S.E.). Housed in a 770 sq.m. building. within a plot with a total area of 8,000 sq.m. in facilities with extensive research and teaching spaces.
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