The course introduces students to the topics of supply chain modeling and design.

The following topics will be addressed:

• Network planning
• Supply chain modeling
• Network design in the supply chain considering service levels, capacity, transportation costs, and fixed costs
• Evaluation of network design decisions using decision trees
• Distribution Network Design

This semester, the course will take place on campus.

Common requirements for attendance: Attendance in the first lecture is mandatory for participation in the course. If an absence cannot be avoided inform the lecturer before class and provide some form of proof for the absence (e.g. medical confirmation) in the next session.

In total, a minimum requirement for attendance of 80% is required to pass the course. See further information at: https://www.wu.ac.at/fileadmin/wu/h/students/Pruefungsorganisation/Gesetzesgrundlagen/Pruefungsordnung_03.12.2014.pdf

Cooperation with other students on homework assignments is encouraged.  (Any homework that is late will receive a score of zero.)

Grading scale:

(1) Excellent: 90% - 100%

(2) Good: 80% - <90%

(3) Satisfactory: 70% - <80%

(4) Sufficient: 60% - <70%

(5) Fail: <60%