Courses & Units
Business Logistics JNB522
Introduction
This unit provides a broad appreciation of the nature and importance of logistics activities and an understanding of the key concepts and tools used by logistics managers. The unit enables an examination of the key components of an integrated logistics system, such as inventory management and transport, whilst viewing the system holistically. Central to an integrated logistics system is the customer; by studying the trade-offs between customer service and costs in this unit, you will be able to contribute positively to the decision-making in the logistics management activities in any company.
Summary
| Unit name | Business Logistics |
|---|---|
| Unit code | JNB522 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | College of Sciences and Engineering Australian Maritime College |
| Discipline | Maritime and Logistics Management |
| Coordinator | Professor Stephen Cahoon |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
| Level | Postgraduate |
Availability
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launceston | Semester 1 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
| Online | Semester 1 | Off-Campus | International | Domestic | |
Key
- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
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Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | 26/2/2024 | 22/3/2024 | 15/4/2024 | 2/6/2024 |
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Learning Outcomes
- Explain the key concepts, practices and processes related to business logistics systems
- Discuss the strategic contribution of an integrated business logistics system to the creation of customer value.
- Apply logistics related approaches, techniques and methods to improve business logistics performance
Fee Information
| Field of Education | Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 | Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 | Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 | Domestic Full Fee 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 089901 | $2,040.00 | $1,597.00 | not applicable | $2,909.00 |
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Teaching
| Assessment | Assignment 1 (10%)|Assignment 2 (25%)|Assignment 3 (25%)|Final Examination (40%) |
|---|---|
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Bowersox, DJ, Closs, DJ, Cooper, MB & Bowersox, JC 2024, Supply chain logistics management, 6th edn, McGraw-Hill/Irwin, New York. ISBN: 978-1-265-07260-5 |
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| Recommended | The Study Guide for the unit provides links to weekly readings. | Links | Booktopia textbook finder |
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