In today’s competitive environment of global networks and uncertainty, it is vitally important that managers do not underestimate the strategic implications of effective and efficient management of transport and distribution systems. This module introduces learners to the management and design of logistics systems. It provides the learner with tools and techniques for effective and efficient management of critical elements of the supply chain centring on transport and distribution network configuration. The module enables learners to act in an independent and structured manner in the planning and control of these key functions.
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The role of sustainable logistics hubs in supply/distribution networks
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Warehouse, transport and distribution configuration
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The strategy of outsourcing logistics operations and business processes
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Inventory management, procurement and outsourcing policy
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Developing a distribution strategy
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IT and performance measurements in distribution operations
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Facility Location and sustainability issues
Blended teaching and learning through a mixture of in-class and online lectures, group discussions, activities and exercises, analysis and reflection of case studies, educational games, self-directed learning based on provided material, reflection on weekly learnings and the completion of a continuous assessment
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| Other Assessment(s) | 100 |