Newcastle and Groningen Dual Masters in Operations Management

1. Newcastle and Groningen Dual Masters in Operations Management April 17, 2013

2. Newcastle and Groningen Dual Mastersin Operations Management From the University of Groningen: Programme director:Prof. dr. I.F.A. Vis Programme coordinator:Dr. J.A.C. (Jos) Bokhorst, j.a.c.bokhorst@rug.nl, +31 50 363 4693 Administrativecoordinator: Nicole van de Beek, n.van.de.beek@rug.nl, +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

3. Contents 1. Welcome and introduction 2. Contents of programme 3. Dissertation / thesis 4. Application and selection 5. Studying abroad: practical tips 6. Experiences 7. Discussion & Questions

4. What is a ‘Double Degree’? A Double Degree (Dual) Master programme is a joint curriculumdevelopedby partner universitiesthat leads to the award of twoaccredited, internationallyrecognisedMaster’sdegreecertificates Youcangraduatewithtwo Master degrees in lesstimethanitwouldnormally take toacquirebothdegreesseparately Agreement is reachedbetween partners torecognise module creditsearned at the ‘host’ institution as part of the ‘home’ degree 4 4

5. Newcastle and Groningen Dual Masters in Operations Management • Partner: Newcastle University Business School (NUBS) • Duration / study load: 3 semesters / 90 EC • Semester 1: NUBS (Sept 2013 – Feb 2014) • Semester 2: RUG (Feb 2014 -July2014) • Semester 3: NUBS/RUG (August 2014 – Feb 2015) Two degrees: • MSc Technology and Operations Management (Groningen) • MSc Operations & Supply Chain Management (Newcastle)

6. 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 6 6

7. 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

8. 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/

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

10. Core courses & key issues 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

11. Core courses & key issues 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

12. Core courses & key issues 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.

13. 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 Management MSc Supply Chain Management MSc Technology and Operations Management MSc Industrial Engineering and Management

14. Master’s thesis

15. 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

16. Main characteristics • Course with a fixed start and end • The Master’s Thesis is divided in two parts: • Writing a clear research proposal in Groningen • 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

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

18. 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

19. 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.

20. 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.

21. 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.

22. 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)

23. 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/)

24. Direct access • BSc. Technologiemanagement • BSc. Industrial Engineering & Management • BSc. Bedrijfskunde • BSc. Bedrijfseconomie • BSc. International Business • BSc. Economics and Business • BSc. Econometrics and Operations Research http://www.rug.nl/masters/technology-and-operations-management/

25. Application for RuG students • writing a motivation letter; • providing a copy of your university marks (results); • indicating that you completed your undergraduate programme or providing evidence that it will be completed before the double degree programmestarts • showing proficiency in mathematics and Englishthrough a listing of the grades on relevant courses. j.a.c.bokhorst@rug.nl

26. Studying abroad: practical tips • Scholarships • Visa • Insurance • Other tips

27. 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

28. 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)

29. 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

30. 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

31. Other questions? Opening Hours Student Support Desk Plaza Monday 10.00 – 17.00 Tuesday- Friday 09.00 – 17.00 Wednesday 13.00 – 17.00 http://www.rug.nl/feb/education/support/

32. Expectations & Experiences current students • Why Newcastle? • Educational system • Housing • Additional costs • Tips • …

33. Discussion & Questions