During this course, you will learn to identify and address the challenges of managing pharmaceutical products, optimise logistics networks for timely and safe deliveries, and develop strategies to mitigate risks. You will explore the crucial role of cold chain management, assess best practices, and analyse both successful and unsuccessful case studies to extract key lessons.
Additionally, you will evaluate the latest innovations and technological advancements shaping the future of pharma logistics. This winter school is a valuable opportunity to enhance your knowledge, connect with industry experts, and prepare yourself for a successful career in the ever-evolving pharma logistics sector.
Target group
The Pharma Logistics Winter University is designed for Master’s students, Management trainees, Junior Managers, etc., from diverse fields such as Supply Chain, Air, Road and Maritime Transportation, Business, and Pharmacy. Also, students (bachelor's/master's) with a business or economics background are invited to apply.
Location
This winter school is an on-site initiative hosted at and organised in partnership with Khalifa University, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emerites. Further details about the venue will be shared soon
Micro-credential and study credits (ECTS)
3 credits will be awarded upon successful completion of the programme according to the European Credit Transfer System (ECTS). Credits will be awarded by the University of Antwerp based on a group work presentation (business case) and active participation in a business game, both 50% of the grade. There are no assignments and/or papers before or after the winter university.
To include the credits in the curriculum at the home institution, participants need an agreement with the responsible person at their university. University of Antwerp students eligible to include the ECTS credits as part of their study programme must register via Mobility Online and SisA.
All certificates of completion are issued as a micro-credential.
Learning outcomes
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
- identify and understand the unique challenges in managing pharmaceutical and vaccine products within the logistics sector.
- identify ways to optimise logistics networks to ensure the timely and safe delivery of pharmaceutical products.
- assess potential risks in pharma logistics and develop strategies to mitigate them
- explain the crucial role of cold chain management in pharma logistics and identify best practices.
- analyse successful and unsuccessful case studies to extract key lessons in pharma logistics.
- evaluate innovations and technological advancements shaping the future of pharma logistics.
- strategise how companies in the UAE can leverage regional clusters and partnerships to boost their pharma logistics capabilities.