Learning objectives
The aim of this course is to provide the students with the skills and tools to understand how agro food value chains approach the challenge of competitiveness. Particular attention will be paid to the sustainability of global and local value chains.
Prerequisites
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Course unit content
The course addresses the topic of the Value chains (VCs), with particular reference to the agri-food systems.
The evolution of this concept and the main tools for the analysis of VCs will be taught.
Full programme
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Teaching methods
The activities will take in person. Some seminars will be held online.
Assessment methods and criteria
Written examination (70%) and assessment of the group work (30%).
The honors are awarded to those students who fully comply with the requirements. In addition, they have to demonstrate a systematic knowledge of the topic, an excellent ability to apply the acquired knowledge and autonomy of judgment.
The final grade will be expressed out of thirty.
For those not taking part in the group work, the exam will be both written (weight: 50%) and oral (weight: 50%).
Other information
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