MSc Dissertation

Course Information
TitleΜΕΤΑΠΤΥΧΙΑΚΗ ΔΙΠΛΩΜΑΤΙΚΗ ΕΡΓΑΣΙΑ / MSc Dissertation
Code10602-LSC-119
FacultySocial and Economic Sciences
SchoolEconomics
Cycle / Level2nd / Postgraduate
Teaching PeriodWinter/Spring
CoordinatorChristina Boutsouki
CommonYes
StatusActive
Course ID600023623

Programme of Study: METAPTYCΗIAKO STĪN EFODIASTIKĪ KAI DIOIKĪSĪ ALYSIDAS EFODIASMOU (2024-2025)

Registered students: 17
OrientationAttendance TypeSemesterYearECTS
KORMOSDissertation3227

Programme of Study: METAPTYCΗIAKO STĪN EFODIASTIKĪ KAI DIOIKĪSĪ ALYSIDAS EFODIASMOU (2024- SĪMERA) MF

Registered students: 0
OrientationAttendance TypeSemesterYearECTS
KORMOSDissertation5327

Programme of Study: METAPTYCΗIAKO STĪN EFODIASTIKĪ KAI DIOIKĪSĪ ALYSIDAS EFODIASMOU (2024-sīmera)

Registered students: 0
OrientationAttendance TypeSemesterYearECTS
KORMOSDissertation3227
Class Information
Academic Year2025 – 2026
Class PeriodWinter
Faculty Instructors
Instructors from Other Categories
Class ID
600287201
Course Type 2021
Specialization / Direction
Mode of Delivery
  • Face to face
  • Distance learning
Digital Course Content
Language of Instruction
  • English (Instruction, Examination)
Prerequisites
Required Courses
  • 10602-LSC-102 SERVICE OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT
  • 10602-LSC-103 SERVICES MARKETING MANAGEMENT
  • 10602-LSC-105 LOGISTICS AND SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT
  • 10602-LSC-111 BIG DATA ANALYTICS AND FORECASTING IN LOGISTICS & SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT
  • 10602-LSC-112 MARITIME MANAGEMENT AND OPERATIONS
  • 10602-LSC-113 TRANSPORTATION AND TERMINAL OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT
  • 10602-LSC-114 INVENTORY MANAGEMENT
  • 10602-LSC-115 ENTERPRISE RESOURCE PLANNING (ERP) AND WAREHOUSING MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS (WMS)
  • 10602-LSC-116 SMART LOGISTICS AND SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT AND MACHINE LEARNING
  • 10602-LSC-118 PROJECT MANAGEMENT
General Prerequisites
Students must have successfully completed the first and second semesters.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the dissertation, students will be able to:- synthesise a wide range of literature and critically analyse theories- formulate meaningful research questions- acquire independent research skills- present the main findings in response to the research questions
General Competences
  • Apply knowledge in practice
  • Retrieve, analyse and synthesise data and information, with the use of necessary technologies
  • Work autonomously
  • Work in an international context
  • Work in an interdisciplinary team
  • Generate new research ideas
  • Appreciate diversity and multiculturality
  • Respect natural environment
  • Demonstrate social, professional and ethical commitment and sensitivity to gender issues
  • Be critical and self-critical
  • Advance free, creative and causative thinking
Course Content (Syllabus)
The process typically involves the following steps:1.Topic Selection: Students are provided with a list of available topics or research areas for their projects. These topics may cover various subjects and disciplines within the scope of the semester. Students can choose a topic that aligns with their interests and academic goals.2.Tutor Availability: Once students have chosen their preferred topics, the availability of tutors is considered. Tutors are assigned to students based on their expertise and the alignment of their knowledge with the chosen topic. If a tutor is available for a specific topic, the student can proceed with that choice.3.Theoretical Analysis: Once the topic and tutor are confirmed, students begin their project by conducting a theoretical analysis of the chosen subject. This involves researching relevant literature, studying existing theories, and understanding the core concepts and principles related to the topic.4.Empirical Analysis and Application: In addition to the theoretical analysis, the project also requires an empirical component. Students are expected to apply the theories and concepts they have learned and conduct research (experiments, simulations, data analysis, or designing and implementing systems or solutions).5.Project Execution: With the theoretical and practical groundwork laid out, students work on executing their projects. They collaborate with their tutors for guidance, support, and feedback throughout the project's duration.6.Project Presentation and Evaluation: Once the projects are completed, students present their findings, methodologies, and outcomes to their tutors and potentially to a wider audience, such as fellow students or faculty members. The project is evaluated based on the quality of the theoretical analysis, practical application, research methodology, and overall presentation.
Use of Information and Communication Technologies
Use of ICT
  • Use of ICT in Course Teaching
  • Use of ICT in Laboratory Teaching
  • Use of ICT in Communication with Students
  • Use of ICT in Student Assessment
Course Organization
ActivitiesWorkloadECTSIndividualTeamworkErasmus
Reading Assigment240✓
Project230✓
Written assigments330✓
Other / Others10✓
Total810
Student Assessment
Description
Students will be assessed on the final dissertation and one presentation that summarises this project.
Student Assessment methods
  • Written Assignment (Formative, Summative)
  • Performance / Staging (Summative)
Last Update
06-10-2025