Program Overview

Introduction to the Diplomuddannelsen i Operations og Supply Chain Management

The Diplomuddannelsen i Operations og Supply Chain Management is a 60 ECTS point diploma program that equips students with the competencies to lead and coordinate the development and operation of production and logistics systems. The program is based on the latest knowledge in operations and supply chain management.

Program Description

The program gives students the opportunity to apply their practical experiences from their own daily work and workplace in close interaction with the theoretical knowledge from the program. The theories, methods, and tools used in the teaching are combined with the students' own experiences from their practice. Students also have the opportunity to build a meaningful network that can contribute to their further development.

Target Audience

The program is for those who work with management, development, optimization, and operation of processes and flows within areas such as procurement, production, logistics, distribution, or service.

Why Choose the Diplomuddannelsen i Operations og Supply Chain Management?

Students gain tools to analyze and manage complex problems related to development, optimization, and operation of operations and supply chain - both strategically and operationally. They also become qualified to practice professional and value-creating management.

Program Structure

The program consists of:

• 5 mandatory modules equivalent to 30 ECTS points:
  • Quality Management - 5 ECTS points
  • Supply Chain Management - 5 ECTS points
  • Operations Management - 10 ECTS points
  • Economic Analysis - 5 ECTS points
  • Sustainability and Digitalization - 5 ECTS points
• 2-3 elective modules equivalent to 15 ECTS points
• 1 mandatory final project equivalent to 15 ECTS points

Elective Modules

Students can choose from a variety of elective modules, including:

• Agile Projects - 5 ECTS points
• Sustainable Business Development - 5 ECTS points
• Sustainability - Concepts and Concepts - 5 ECTS points
• Personal Leadership and Change - 10 ECTS points
• ESG Reporting - 5 ECTS points
• Change Management - 5 ECTS points
• Business Development and Management - 10 ECTS points
• From Specialist to Leader - 5 ECTS points
• Railway Technology, Operation and Capacity - 5 ECTS points
• Communication and Team Relations - 10 ECTS points
• Lean Tools - 5 ECTS points
• Leadership of Employees and Professional Development - 10 ECTS points
• Leadership with Data - 5 ECTS points
• Leadership and Facilitation - 5 ECTS points
• Leadership and Negotiation - 5 ECTS points
• Life Cycle Analysis and Sustainability Impacts - 5 ECTS points
• Organization, Development and Co-creation - 10 ECTS points
• Project Management - Methods and Tools - 10 ECTS points
• Project Strategy and Organization - 10 ECTS points
• Strategic Marketing - 10 ECTS points
• Financial Management - 10 ECTS points

Admission Requirements

To be admitted to the program, students must:

• Have completed an qualifying education, which is at least at the level of an academy profession degree or equivalent.
• Have at least two years of relevant work experience after completing the qualifying education.

Real Competence Assessment

If students do not meet the formal requirements for admission, they can have a real competence assessment. This is an individual assessment where students can have their competencies, knowledge, and skills recognized, even if they do not have formal proof.

Tuition Fees

The price of the program is determined based on factors such as lesson length, the Ministry of Education's subsidy rate, and special conditions. Students can purchase modules separately, and the price includes participation in the corresponding exam without additional payment.

Literature

Students can find the literature for the offered modules on the program's website.

Financing Options

Students can explore various financing options, including competence funds, the Omstillingsfonden (VEU), and the bruttolřnsordning. DTU Learn for Life refers to contacting the individual organizations for correct answers to questions and information on specific criteria and conditions.

About DTU Learn for Life

DTU Learn for Life is the Technical University of Denmark's center for all continuing and part-time education offered at DTU.