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Applied Operations
and Logistics

CANCELLED FOR 2026

Unlock the secrets of operational efficiency and logistics with dynamic two-week hybrid summer school, “Applied Operations and Logistics.” This program offers a unique opportunity to see how industry leaders succeed.

Through engaging lectures, hands-on case studies and visits to leading Québec industries, you will experience firsthand how companies in the region excel in balancing supply and demand, building efficient supply networks, and navigating the challenges of modern logistics. Learn from real-world examples as you explore Québec’s thriving industrial landscape, from cutting-edge manufacturing plants to innovative supply chain operations.

Our curriculum focuses on solving real-world challenges like efficiency, sustainability and the global impacts of logistics. Discover how companies measure performance, adapt to changes and build resilience in their operations. With a strong emphasis on critical thinking and problem solving, you will develop the analytical tools and strategies needed to thrive in this dynamic field.

More than just a classroom experience, this program features interactive workshops, collaborative projects inspired by real-world scenarios and connects you with industry leaders. By the end of the summer school, you will have gained both in-depth knowledge and a deeper appreciation for Québec’s industrial ingenuity and global contributions.

Join us in the heart of Québec and take the first step toward becoming a future leader in operations and logistics management!

  • Target Audience
    Undergraduate students and graduate students from our partner universities
  • Formula
    Equivalent to 3 US credits (6 ECTS)
  • Language
    English

This is an intensive program designed for students who are passionate about exploring the world of operations and logistics.

The course offers a dynamic and engaging learning experience through a variety of activities:

  • Lectures: Delivered by experienced and renowned professors, these sessions bring key concepts in operations and logistics to life using real-world examples and industry projects from Québec and around the globe.
  • Corporate Visits: Gain firsthand insights during visits to organizations like the Québec City Jean Lesage International Airport (YQB), the Québec City Integrated Traffic Management Centre, the Réseau de transport de la Capitale (public transit authority) and the Port of Québec.
  • Case Studies and Workshops: Participate in interactive case studies and workshops featuring well-known industries and companies, designed to apply classroom concepts in a practical context.
  • Group Assignment: Collaborate on a group project based on real-world cases, allowing you to put your newly acquired knowledge into action.

Exams

  • Reports on visits/guest lectures
  • Participation
  • Group assignment, practical project

Main Speakers

  • Leandro C. Coelho, Ph. D., MBA

    Full Professor
    Chairholder, Canada Research Chair in Integrated Logistics
    Department of Operations and Decision Systems
    FSA ULaval
    Université Laval

    Speaker Profile

  • Maryam Darvish, Ph. D.

    Associate Professor
    Undergraduate Program Director
    Department of Operations and Decision Systems
    FSA ULaval
    Université Laval

    Speaker Profile

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