MSc in Industrial Wood Supply Management

The forest sector is quickly developing towards a wider portfolio of final products for new markets. From solid wood- to nano-cellulose-based products, the management of raw material supply is dynamic and demanding. Changing climate and markets requires agility and collaboration along the entire supply chain.

In this program you will learn how to master and develop the management of industrial wood supply; raw materials requirements for new industrial processes, supply strategy and systems, and operational management of these systems. Having mastered these core courses, the capstone course involves interactive case studies developing sustainable wood supply strategies for forest industries competing in Swedish geographies. All this while working under different scenarios for increased energy efficiency and environmental sustainability.

The pedagogical approach for the master's program is simple. We start with hands-on laboratory and computer exercises which give a basic understanding of industrial and supply processes. After this, we continue with theoretical studies to build the insight required for new challenges. After you have both practical understanding and theoretical insight, your learning is topped off by top-level guest lectures from the sponsor forest companies.

Digitalization is an integral component of wood supply management because of the large volumes of wood tracking and trading. The program provides training in both today's state-of-the-art business system solutions as well as the use of innovations from machine sensor technology and remote sensing from satellite sources.

This program is designed to train you for both national and international duties in wood supply management.

At SLU, we engage students in some of the most important issues facing the 21st century, such as global warming, the food crisis, and our dependence on non-renewable energy.

The teaching style at SLU promotes critical thinking. As a student, you are expected to question beliefs that are often taken for granted and we also expect you to question what you learn. Debating with classmates and lecturers is accepted and welcomed. SLU’s teaching staff crave academic excellence and are focused on producing a highly employable student body. Communication skills, the ability to work in a team and solve problems, an awareness of the commercial landscape and work experience are just some of the qualities that make our graduates employable.

To strengthen your ability to build a career in an increasingly competitive job market, as a student at SLU you are encouraged to learn through experience.

You study real-life situations, take a hands-on approach to problem-solving, and make valuable contact with the business sector. Lectures, tutorials, laboratory work, fieldwork, group projects, and independent study are just some of the teaching methods used here.

Assessment procedures also vary depending on the course and can include written assignments and examinations, individual and group projects, laboratory reports, and oral presentations. Here at SLU we are committed to developing the internationalization aspect of our syllabus, network, and student experience.

Global perspectives have been integrated into the design, development, and presentation of all programs and courses. We welcome students from all over the world and by offering students the chance to make important international connections, we are increasing our students’ global employability.

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