Teaching Methodologies
The teaching methodology combines periods of passive learning with active participation methodologies. Thus, lecture periods allow
students to acquire a solid theoretical basis and, when combined with debate periods, allow the sharing of experiences, promoting a better
understanding of the importance of operations management.
Debate will be used as a structured method of active learning, in classes to conclude major themes.
Additionally, practical classes will be held with exercises and the use of optimization software (e.g.: Excel Solver, Open Solver). In this
domain, it is also considered the
carrying out simulations and business games.
To promote the application of methods and techniques, critical analysis and problem-solving skills (SO1, SO2 and SO3), practical case
studies will be carried out, where real cases will be analyzed, allowing students to see the application of the various management models, in
concrete contexts. These classes will be complemented by one or two seminars/open classes with guests from companies.
Learning Results
The main objective of this CU is to provide students with robust knowledge in the area of management, operations and logistics, with the
following specific objectives:
O1. Understanding the fundamentals of operations management
O2. Analyze logistics processes and their integration with operations.
O3. Use operations planning and optimization tools
O4. Promote sustainable and efficient practices in operations and logistics.
The proposed approach aims to develop competencies/skills in the following areas:
C1 – Decision Making: ability to use tools to make decisions in operational contexts
C2 – Management of Logistics Processes and Operations: competence to analyze processes and operations
C3 – Logistics and Supply Chain: understanding the international and global context.
C4 – Sustainability and Emerging Technologies: Ability to promote the sustainability of operations, promoting the use of technologies and
innovation
Program
Introduction to Operations and Logistics Management
1.1 Definition and importance of operations management.
1.2 Value chains and supply chains.
1.3 Logistics as a competitive differentiator in global business.
1.4 Importance of logistics in international marketing strategy
2. Logistics Planning in an international context
2.1 Planning operations, capabilities and resources.
2.2 Optimization of inventories and warehouse location
2.3 Global transportation and distribution planning
3. Logistics and Supply Chain Management
3.1 Internal and external logistics: transport, storage and distribution.
3.2 Supplier management and collaborative practices.
4. Technological Tools in Logistics and Operations
4.1 Information Systems
4.2 Emerging technologies
5. Sustainability and Innovation in Operations and Logistics
5.1 Sustainable practices in the supply chain
5.2 Circular economy and reverse logistics.
5.3 Innovation as a factor in logistics competitiveness.
Internship(s)
NAO
Bibliography
Bibliografia Principal:
[1] Carvalho, J.C e outros. Logística e Gestão da Cadeia de Abastecimento, 2ª Edição, Sílabo, 2017, ISBN:978-972-618-894-0.
[2] Jacobs, F.R. and Chase, R.B., Operations and Supply Chain Management. The core, McGraw-Hill, 2023, ISBN: 978-1-265-07682-5.
[3] Stevensen, W. J., Operations Management, McGraw Hill, 2021, 14th Ed, ISBN10: 126023889X | ISBN13: 9781260238891
Bibliografia Complementar
[4] Slack, N. & Brandon-Jones, A., 2019, Operations Management, 9th edition, Pearson Education Limited, ISBN 978-129-225-396-1.
[5] Pinto, J.P., Gestão de Operações na Indústria e nos Serviços, 3ª Edição atualizada, LIDEL, ISBN: 978-972-757-741-5.
[6] Jacobs, F.R. and Chase, R.B., Operations and Supply Chain Management, McGraw-Hill, 2021, ISBN: 978-1-260-57594-1.