Global Logistics

Cod y Modiwl: AB35320
Teitl y Modiwl: Global Logistics
Blwyddyn Academaidd: 2027/2028
Semester: Semester 1
Cyd-gysylltydd y Modiwl: Mr Tim Bennett-Gillison
Rhestr Ddarllen: Gweld ar Aspire
Staff Eraill sy'n Cyfrannu: Mr Tim Bennett-Gillison; Professor Homagni Choudhury; Dr Lyndon Murphy

Dulliau Asesu

Math o Asesiad	Manylion Asesiad	Cyfran
Asesiad Semester	Essay: (2,500 words)	50%
Asesiad Semester	Written report: (2,500 words)	50%
Asesiad Ailsefyll	Essay: (2,500 words)	50%
Asesiad Ailsefyll	Written report: (2,500 words)	50%

Canlyniadau Dysgu

Wedi cwblhau'r modiwl dylai'r myfyrwyr fedru:

1. Outline the main issues involved in logistics management.
2. Discuss the logistical challenges associated with the demands of modern supply chains
3. Explain the evolution of containerisation and discuss its impacts.
4. Evaluate the role of ICT in modern logistics and the effective management of supply chains.
5. Demonstrate understanding of the conflicts between modern logistical demands and environmental issues.

Disgrifiad cryno

This module introduces and explores the crucially important subject of global logistics, in particular the role of containerization and maritime logistics. The effects of containerization on world trade due to the dramatic reduction in transport costs and opportunities thus afforded to businesses are hard to over-estimate and yet remain unknown to most students of business. A working knowledge of logistics is vital to a proper understanding of business, particularly at the international level.

Cynnwys

Introduction to general concepts of logistics

How logistics relates to supply chain management

Challenges to efficient management of logistics

Air, land and sea: the characteristics of different modes

The evolution of the container

Transformation of global logistics by the container

Impacts of containerization on world trade

The role of ICT (including RFID and GPS) in modern logistics

Cold chain issues

Current topics in maritime logistics

Environmental considerations

Customs, tariffs and legislative issues

Sgiliau Modiwl

Math o Sgiliau	Manylion Sgiliau
Cyfathrebu	Develop communications skills including presentation and listening skills. Improve literacy skills by reading and writing about global logistics.
Datblygu personol a chynllunio gyrfa	Students will be able to use the skills learnt in this module to enhance their career opportunities.
Datrys Problemau	Identify problems. Develop creative thinking approaches to problem solving. Evaluate advantages and disadvantages. Construct a rational proposal in response to a problem.
Gwaith Tim	Understand the concept of group dynamics, contribute effectively to group activities, participate in group discussions and seminars.
Gwella dysgu a pherfformiad ei hun	Devise and apply realistic self-learning strategies, review and monitor overall performance, be aware of time management techniques.
Rhifedd	Analysis of financial and other numerically based company reports.
Sgiliau pwnc penodol	Students will be able to understand, and analyze global logistics, and consider how management of logistics can provide a competitive advantage and capacity requirements in their chosen career and organization.
Sgiliau ymchwil	Carry out research into global logistics. Identify relevant source material for assignments and case studies.
Technoleg Gwybodaeth	Use a range of commonly used software packages, prepare and analyze data, present information.

Nodau

Mae'r modiwl hwn yn cydymffurfio a FfCChC Lefel 6