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Logistics Management unit (JNB225)

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Introduction

This unit provides you with a broad appreciation of the nature and importance of logistics activities, and introduces you to the most important concepts, principles, tools, and analytical skills used by logistics managers. It enables you to understand the key components of an integrated logistics system, such as procurement, inventory management, transport, warehousing, and customer services, whilst viewing the system synergistically. Central to an integrated logistics system is the customers: by studying the trade-offs between customer services and costs discussed in this unit, you will be able to contribute positively to the logistics management activities in any organisation.

Summary

Unit name Logistics Management
Unit code JNB225
Credit points 12.5
College/School Sciences and Engineering
Australian Maritime College
Discipline Maritime and Logistics Management
Coordinator Doctor Khandaker Rasel Hasan
Available as an elective? Yes
Delivered By University of Tasmania
Level Intermediate

Sustainable Development Goals

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Availability

Specific information on 2027 unit availability will be available in August

Learning Outcomes

  • Discuss the role and significance of logistics and logistics management to an organisation or a nation.
  • Propose feasible solutions to address customer service issues associated with logistics.
  • Explain the nature and interrelationship of business activities in supply-side and demand-side logistics.
  • Coordinate logistics activities to achieve an integrated logistics function and high performance for an organisation.

Fee Information

2027 fee information will be available in August.

Teaching

Teaching Pattern
  • On-Campus:  Weekly 2-hour lectures and weekly a 1-hr tutorial. Attendance in tutorials is mandatory.
  • Off-Campus: on-campus lectures and tutorials will be stream lived to distance students. Recordings for lectures and tutorials can also be assessed by both on-campus and distance students.
AssessmentOnline Quiz (10%)|Case study – Part I (20%)|Case study – Part II (30%)|Examination (40%)
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Required

Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes.

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