BLOCKCHAIN IN SUPPLY CHAIN AND LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT

After this course, students will be able to: Learn what blockchain technology is and how it works;

Develop a solid basic understanding of several aspects of blockchain and smart contract; Identify the main challenges in today’s SC&L domain and know why blockchain is a great fit along with its potential solutions.

• Module 1: Fundamentals of blockchain; Introduction of blockchain; Blockchain core components;
  Hands on exercise to build a blockchain; Blockchain as a Service; Application of blockchain in differentsectors
• Module 2: Smart contracts in SC&L; Introduction to digital contracts; Dimensions of smart contracts; Platforms for smart contract;
  Role of smart contracts in SC&L; Security challenges and measures
• Module 3: Supply chain and its challenges; Tracking and traceability; Transparency and security; Longer cycle times;
  Inefficiencies in inventory; Visibility of operations
• Module 4: Blockchain in supply chain and logistics; Verification of authenticity; Agreements and contracts; Blockchain regulations and Ethics;
  Impact of blockchain on supply chain transparency; Perspective of blockchain in logistics visibility
• Module 5: Benefits and challenges to blockchain in supply chain and logistics; Opportunities of blockchain in supply chain and logistics;
  Lower transaction costs; Cyber security in transactions processes; Transparency increasing efficiency, agility and innovation;
  Limitations of blockchain technology; Absence of universal data standards; Compliance and legal issues; Barriers to blockchain adoption –system integration and maturity issues (wait and see mentality)
• Module 6: Blockchain use cases in supply chain and logistics; Blockchain use cases in supply chain and logistics; Blockchain for sustainable supply chain models; Blockchain strategy for specific supply chain; The future of blockchain technology

• EUNICE student: enrolled as a student in one of the universities of EUNICE European University alliance.
• Language requirements: English B2 certificate.
• Master’s students only
• Seen as an advantage: knowledge of supply chain, logistics management, and blockchain

Study Level: Master

• Submit your application via the button ‘Apply Now’.
• Please keep in mind that the number of participants could be limited for each course. Application does not guarantee enrolment in the course.
• The course participants will be selected based on criteria specified in the study guide.
• Your home university will inform you whether you have been accepted and provide further information about the next steps.

Specific instructions in some universities:

• BTU students: for questions about enrolment and recognition at your university, you can visit this website.
• UPHF students: make sure to ask the approval of your director of studies (responsable pédagogique) before applying. For any question, you can contact the EUNICE office: eunice@uphf.fr
• UoP students: questions about enrolment and recognition can be answered by your Director of Studies or ECTS Coordinator, or you can contact eunice@go.uop.gr

Any questions about enrolment or credit recognition? Contact your EUNICE courses coordinator.