Objectives and competences
In this course students:
1. Enhance their theoretical knowledge in the field of business logistics with focus on transport and manufacturing processes.
2. Acquire holistic approach to analysis of environmental aspects of business logistics.
3. Acquire advanced knowledge of basic theoretical approaches in the field of infomation systems in logistics management.
Content (Syllabus outline)
1. Logistics system and flow of materials
2. Logistics and customer service
3. Environmental aspects of business logistics
4. Logistics structures
5. Transport Planning
6. Manufacturing planning and control
7. Infomation systems in logistics management
Learning and teaching methods
- lectures;
- case studies;
- seminar paper
Intended learning outcomes - knowledge and understanding
Students:
1. Acquire specific knowledge in the field of logistics management.
2. Have a detailed knowledge in the area of logistics processes in international environment.
3. Learn how to analyse and synthesise different approaches in the field of logistics processes.
4. Are aware of personal and professional responsibility in the field of international business logistics.
5. Are aware of wider social and environmental issues in areas of logistics.
Intended learning outcomes - transferable/key skills and other attributes
Cognitive/Intellectual skills:
Students:
1. Get the ability to search for and synthesize new information from the field of logistics management in literature and praxis.
2. Synthesize different knowledge and procedures and are aware of importance of use of professional literature.
3. Can select appropriate techniques for problem solving and are able to evaluate the importance and significance of data.
Key/Transferable skills
Students:
1. Upgrade the ability to become an autonomous learner.
2. Upgrade the ability to apply information technology.
3. Can select and manage information with minimal guidelines.
Practical skills:
Students:
1. Get practical experience in the field of logistics management.
2. Are able to act autonomously with defined guidelines and certain level of supervision.
Readings
1. Jonsson, Patrik. 2008. Logistics and Supply Chain Management. London: McGraw-Hill.
Additional information on implementation and assessment - written exam* 60%;
- seminar paper 30%;
- in-class participation 10%
*Written exam can be substituted with two tests during the study semester.
