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Cursus: B-MSBOPMA
B-MSBOPMA
Operations Management
Cursus informatie
CursuscodeB-MSBOPMA
Studiepunten (EC)5
Cursusdoelen
After completing the course, students:
  • Have an understanding of probability Theory
  • Understand and can apply different probability distributions (Binomial, Poison and Normal Bayes’ Decision, exponential)
  • Understand distribution of the average and sum variables
  • Understand the Central Limit Theorem
  • Are able to estimate and interpret simple and multiple regressions
  • Understand and can apply decision criteria and decision trees
  • Understand and can apply cycle inventory decision models
  • Understand and can apply safety inventory decision models
  • Understand and can apply safety inventory decision models
  • Understand and can apply seasonal inventory decision models
  • Understand and evaluate the impact of Promotions on Supply Chain Inventory
  • Understand and can apply pricing decisions in the supply chain
  • Understand and evaluate the impact of different Supply Chain Contracts on Profitability
  • Understand and evaluate the impact of SC collaboration on Inventory and Pricing decision
     
Inhoud
In a today’s dynamic and competitive business environment, statistical and quantitative analysis support managerial decision-making process.  One of the key factors for the successful manager is to have the ability to use systematic method to analyze the given problem and make decisions. This course introduces the students to basic statistical and quantitative models/tools and illustrates the application of these tools to different decision problems from management functions such as Operations & Supply Chain Management, for making informed management decisions. The course focuses on helping students to understand the basic statistical concepts and model building/problem solving skills.

Work format:
  • Lectures, tutorials, work groups, presentations
Assessment:
  • Midterm exam (40%), group paper and presentation (20%), final exam (40%)
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