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faculty of economicsand business

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MSc Technology and Operations Management

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Newcastle and Groningen Dual Masters in Operations Management

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Newcastle and Groningen Dual Mastersin Operations Management

From the University of Groningen:

Programme director: Prof. dr. I.F.A. VisProgramme coordinator: Dr. J.A.C. (Jos) Bokhorst, [email protected], +31 50 363 4693Administrative coordinator: Nicole van de Beek, [email protected], +31 50 363 3921

Websites:http://www.rug.nl/masters/ddm-operations-management/

http://www.ncl.ac.uk/postgraduate/courses/degree/dual-award-operations-management-newcastle-groningen

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ContentsContents1. Welcome and introduction1. Welcome and introduction

2. Contents of programme2. Contents of programme

3. Dissertation / thesis3. Dissertation / thesis

4. Application and selection4. Application and selection

5. Studying abroad: practical tips5. Studying abroad: practical tips

6. Experiences6. Experiences

7. Discussion & Questions7. Discussion & Questions

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What is a ‘Double Degree’?› A Double Degree (Dual) Master programme is

a joint curriculum developed by partner universities that leads to the award of two accredited, internationally recognised Master’s degree certificates

› You can graduate with two Master degrees in less time than it would normally take to acquire both degrees separately

› Agreement is reached between partners to recognise module credits earned at the ‘host’ institution as part of the ‘home’ degree

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Tuition fees 2013 - 2014 EU students € 6.500,- for the 18-month DD programme

Non-EU students € 19.000,- for the 18-month DD programme

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Why apply for a Double Degree?‘Added value’ for you›Opportunity to earn two degrees from two different institutions in two different countries›Exposure to different education / research environment›Chance to understand own discipline in other context›Cross-cultural immersion / linguistic skills›Opportunity to expand international social network ›Excellent preparation for global job market

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Aim of the programme› To provide a study of operations management in different

business environments and cultural contexts.› To produce graduates with the necessary specialist knowledge

and skills appropriate to pursue careers in operations management, technology management, supply chain management, general management or consulting.

› To produce graduates able to understand, explain and apply an integrated approach to operations management as a means of improving organisational performance.

› To develop transferable skills including report writing, personal and interpersonal skills, presentation skills, group working skills and an appreciation of working in a multicultural environment.

› To develop advanced research skills, the ability to critically evaluate and utilise current research, and to make an immediate contribution to organisations and research community

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Courses in Newcastle› Operations Management (10 ECTS)

http://www.ncl.ac.uk/postgraduate/modules/module/NBS8221/

› Purchasing and supply chain management (10 ECTS)http://www.ncl.ac.uk/postgraduate/modules/module/NBS8118/

› Performance and Decision Management (5 ECTS)http://www.ncl.ac.uk/postgraduate/modules/module/NBS8224/

› Technology Change and Innovation Policy (5 ECTS) http://www.ncl.ac.uk/postgraduate/modules/module/NBS8214/

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Courses in Groningen9

period Course EC

2.1 Asset Management 5 Product & Service Development 5 Process Improvement & Quality Control 5

Inventory Management 5

2.2 Behavioural OM 5Research Methods for TOM 5

2.2;1.1-2 Thesis 30

http://www.rug.nl/ocasys/rug/vak/showpos?opleiding=5412For more info, see:

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Core courses & key issues10

Asset Management›Obtain and apply knowledge related to the phases in the asset life cycle: investment decision, design, usage & maintenance, performance monitoring, asset information systems, spare parts logistics and end-of-life management

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Product & Service Development›Develop a product and/or service concept in conjunction with a company, in a team under time pressure: convert an idea into a prototype ›Synthesise business, technical and organisational requirements of product/service developments

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Behavioural Operations Management›Understand the effects of behavioural variables (such as cognitive limitations and effects of team work) on Operations Management decisions.

Setup your own behavioural experiments: formulate hypotheses, collect data (e.g. laboratory experiments, interviews), analyse results and draw conclusions.


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Teaching methods› Lectures, (computer) practicals, tutorials,

assignments: working individually and in teams› Research and management skills› Some courses have a

multidisciplinary inflowof students:

Dual Masters in Operations ManagementMSc Supply Chain ManagementMSc Technology and Operations ManagementMSc Industrial Engineering and Management

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Master’s thesis14

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With your master’s thesis› You will complete your MSc study› You will give proof of your academic ability› You have the opportunity to produce an

academic piece of work in the field of OM and to explore this area in depth

› You will demonstrate and report in a systematic, objective and verifiable way, on the knowledge you have acquired and contributions you made in line with academic research

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Main characteristics› Course with a fixed start and end› The Master’s Thesis is divided in two parts:

1. Writing a clear research proposal in Groningen2. Actually undertaking the research in Groningen

or Newcastle› Groningen projects are related to research themes

and specific (teams of) researchers in the department of Operations (staff formulates themes and projects)

› Newcastle project topics are based on discussion between students and supervisors

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Examples of research themesResearch theme examples (Groningen module)•Quick response supply chain•Lean and IT•Asset management•Sustainability

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Module subscription (1)› Staff from both universities are involved in the

supervision of Dual Award dissertations. › In the first semester

supervisors from Groningen will formulate initial research themes with one or more research projects

supervisors from Newcastle will discuss possible research topics with you

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Module subscription (2)› You will be asked to indicate your preference.

Note that in most cases, the location of your project will be the country of your lead supervisor (due to e.g. an in company project).

› After the final allocation, you will subscribe to the Newcastle dissertation module if your lead supervisor is a member of staff from Newcastle University, and to the Groningen dissertation module if your lead supervisor is a member of staff from the University of Groningen.

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Guidance (1)› Each student will be allocated two supervisors, one

from each institution. During the research proposal module in Groningen (April – June) you will write your research proposal. In this module you get guidance from the research proposal coordinator and from your supervisors.

› The official period of supervision begins in September. It is expected that during the summer months you will independently work on developing your dissertation project, building on the feedback received on your research proposal.

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Guidance (2)› If you subscribed to the Newcastle module, you

will have to follow the Newcastle Dissertation Guidelines for semester III and you will be marked accordingly.

› If you subscribed to the Groningen module, you will have to follow the Groningen student’s guide for semester III and you will be marked accordingly.

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Time schedule DD in OM › Start Master thesis: in 2.2 (14 April 2014)› Delivery research proposal: 6 June 2014› Assessment research proposal: 13 June 2014

› Delivery final thesis report: 1 December 2014› Assessment final report: January 2015› Plan thesis defense (Groningen module)

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Admission requirements› For RUG Students:

Students already registered in an undergraduate programme at RUG that grants direct admission to the MSc TOM programme should submit their applications via the double degree programme coordinator before 15 May

› Other students:All other students need to apply with Newcastle University Business School (http://www.ncl.ac.uk/postgraduate/apply/form/)

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Direct access24

http://www.rug.nl/masters/technology-and-operations-management/

› BSc. Technologiemanagement › BSc. Industrial Engineering & Management› BSc. Bedrijfskunde› BSc. Bedrijfseconomie› BSc. International Business› BSc. Economics and Business› BSc. Econometrics and Operations Research

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Application for RuG students1. writing a motivation letter;2. providing a copy of your university marks (results);3. indicating that you completed your undergraduate

programme or providing evidence that it will be completed before the double degree programme starts

4. showing proficiency in mathematics and Englishthrough a listing of the grades on relevant courses.

[email protected]

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Studying abroad: practical tips› Scholarships› Visa› Insurance› Other tips

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Scholarships› DD students will not receive Erasmus or Marco

Polo scholarship› Beursopener: www.wilweg.nl (e.g. GUF around

400 euro, Friesland, etc.)› Reimbursement of Public-transport pass (OV

card) – note that you don’t need to deregisterwww.ib-groep.nl

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Visa› Non-EU students need to arrange a visa for UK

› For getting a visa you might need - an acceptance letter (from guest University) - a nomination letter (ask at Student Support Desk. Inform them about the exact dates of the semester abroad)

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Insurances› Check your health insurance (valid if longer than 3

months abroad?!) EU students should ask their insurance company

for a European Health Insurance Card

› Special check: Check your Party Liability (WA) insurance Repatriation Life insurance Travel insurance

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Other tips› For UK you don’t need a residence permit › Costs: housing about 350-450 euro p/month –

living expenses higher than in the Netherlands› Stay registered at the Town Hall (GBA)

anywhere in the Netherlands – otherwise problem with your tuition fee

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Other questions?Opening Hours Student Support Desk Plaza

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Monday 10.00 – 17.00 Tuesday- Friday 09.00 – 17.00Wednesday 13.00 – 17.00

http://www.rug.nl/feb/education/support/

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Expectations & Experiences current students› Why Newcastle? › Educational system› Housing› Additional costs› Tips› …

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September inflow February inflow Double degree inflow

sem sem sem

Operations Modelling and Simulation 1.1 Operations Modelling and Simulation 1.1

Facility Design and Planning 1.1 Facility Design and Planning 1.1

Operations Management and Control 1.1 Operations Management and Control 1.1

Operations Management 1

Purchasing and supply chain management 1

Performance and Decision Management 1

Behavioural Operations Management 1.2 Technology Change & Technology Policy 1

Research Methods for TOM 1.2 Master's Thesis TOM 1.1-2 Healthcare Operations 1.2

Managerial Decision Making and Control 1.2

Operations Management in Process Industry 1.2

Strategic Management & Technology 1.2

Planning and Scheduling Methods 1.2

Asset Management 2.1 Asset Management 2.1 Asset Management 2.1

Inventory Management 2.1 Inventory Management 2.1 Inventory Management 2.1

Process Improvement and Quality Control 2.1 Process Improvement and Quality Control 2.1 Process Improvement and Quality Control 2.1

Product & Service Development 2.1 Product & Service Development 2.1 Product & Service Development 2.1

Purchasing 2.1 Purchasing 2.1

Master's Thesis TOM 2.1-2 Behavioural Operations Management 2.2 Behavioural Operations Management 2.2

Research Methods for TOM 2.2 Research Methods for TOM 2.2

Service Operations 2.2

Innovation & Entrepreneurship 2.2 Master's Thesis TOM-DD Newcastle 2.2-1.2

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