3. BLOCKCHAIN FOR LOGISTICS AND SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT (2 ECTS)

Building up on the supply chain introductory module “Introduction to Blockchain-Enabled Supply Chain Processes”, where first definitions and basics are conveyed, the advanced section “Blockchain for Logistics and Supply Chain Management is composed of another four modules.

Intended learning outcomes:

By the end of the course, You should be able to:

1.      Understand the main tasks and goals of SCM

2.      Understand the implications of globalization, digitalization and other trends that affect SCM and identify relevant pain points

3.      Understand the implications of blockchain technology in and for SCM and have knowledge about different use cases and why they are initiated

4.      Explain supply chain processes and corresponding challenges

5.      Explain different types of blockchains and understand which ones can be utilized for SCM

6.      Understand the key components and involved parties of blockchain projects and how they are set up

7.      Explain different disciplines and enterprise functions involved in blockchain projects

8.      Understand the opportunities and challenges blockchain projects are facing

9.      Be able to identify and explain steps needed for a blockchain integration in business processes

Student workload:

This course is offered as part of the BlockNet (“BlockChain Network Online Education for interdisciplinary European Competence Transfer”) Project funded by the European Commission in the context of the Erasmus+ program “KA2-Cooperation for Innovation and the Exchange of Good Practices. Strategic Partnerships for higher education” (grant no. 2018-1-LT01-KA203-047044).