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International Logistics Management

LSC603

Course CodeLSC603
ECTS

Course Description

This unit focuses on the strategic, value-adding role of logistics in supply networks. The unit aims to provide learners with an understanding of all key areas within logistics from an international perspective.

Course Objectives

This unit focuses on the strategic, value-adding role of logistics in supply networks. The unit aims to provide learners with an understanding of all key areas within logistics from an international perspective.

Key Topics

  1. LO1: Understand the logistics function in international logistics management.
  2. LO2: Understand logistics strategies in international logistics management.
  3. LO3: Understand the tools and techniques in managing logistics in international logistics management.
  4. LO4: Understand the role of planning and designing of the logistics function in international logistics management.

Course Outline

WeekTopics
1Strategic Role of International Logistics
2Stakeholder Management in Global Logistics
3International Logistics Strategies
4Comparative Analysis of Global Logistics Strategies
5Core Logistics Management Tools and Techniques
6Digital Tools and Technology in International Logistics
7Logistical Problem Solving and Risk Mitigation
MidtermMidterm evaluation
9Logistics Network Planning and Facility Design
10Logistics Planning Approaches and Frameworks
11Advanced Planning Applications in International Logistics
12Applying International Logistics Management in practice: case studies
13Assignment workshop: research, planning and referencing
14Assignment workshop: drafting, feedback and improvement
15Review and coursework completion
FinalFinal assessment and submission

Learning Outcomes

  1. LO1 Understand the logistics function in international logistics management.
  2. 1.1 Explain the role of the logistics in relation to the firm’s strategy in international logistics management.
  3. 1.2 Analyse the role of different stakeholders in the logistics function in international logistics management.
  4. LO2 Understand logistics strategies in international logistics management.
  5. 2.1 Explain the different logistics strategies used in international logistics management.
  6. 2.2 Compare and contrast the different strategies in logistics in the international context in international logistics management.
  7. LO3 Understand the tools and techniques in managing logistics in international logistics management.
  8. 3.1 Explain the tools and techniques used in logistics management in business.
  9. 3.2 Analyse the tools and techniques in international logistics applied when solving logistical problems.
  10. LO4 Understand the role of planning and designing of the logistics function in international logistics management.
  11. 4.1 Explain the planning and designing processes of the logistics function in an organisation.
  12. 4.2 Analyse the application of the different planning approaches in the logistics function in international logistics management.
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