Code | Name of the Course Unit | Semester | In-Class Hours (T+P) | Credit | ECTS Credit |
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UIT414 | LOGISTICS AND SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT | 8 | 3 | 3 | 8 |
GENERAL INFORMATION |
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Language of Instruction : | Turkish |
Level of the Course Unit : | BACHELOR'S DEGREE, TYY: + 6.Level, EQF-LLL: 6.Level, QF-EHEA: First Cycle |
Type of the Course : | Compulsory |
Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit | - |
Coordinator of the Course Unit | Prof. MUSTAFA KÖKSAL |
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit | |
Course Prerequisite | No |
OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS |
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Objectives of the Course Unit: | The objective of this course is to enable students to gain competence in logistics management by understanding the impact of logistics and supply chain management on business life. Students will develop the ability to evaluate logistics operations and control the effectiveness of the supply chain. |
Contents of the Course Unit: | Contents of the course include; logistics management, storage, e-commerce, global logistics, reverse logistics, use of technology in logistics, and organization of the supply chain. |
KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to) |
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Relate the concepts of Logistics and Supply Chain Management. (Bloom 2) |
Interpret the principles of Supply and Outsourcing. (Bloom 2) |
Apply the principles of inventory management. (Bloom 3). |
Use Storage policies to improve Storage Operations. (Bloom 3) |
Relate the concepts of marketing and physical distribution. (Bloom 2) |
Apply the principles of packaging and material handling for logistics operations. (Bloom 3). |
WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY |
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Week | Preparatory | Topics(Subjects) | Method |
1 | Reading and literature review | Introduction and Customer Service Goals Definition of logistics, its importance in supply chain, strategy, service goals | Narration, discussion |
2 | Reading and literature review | Value chain and Distribution Channels Distribution-benefit and various channels of limitations | Narration, discussion |
3 | Reading and literature review | Transportation Strategy Cargo transportation, vehicle selection and cost and service decisions, route planning | Narration, discussion |
4 | Reading and literature review | Plant locations, network planning | Narration, discussion |
5 | Reading and literature review | Storage Design, functions, layout, site selection, scope | Narration, discussion |
6 | Reading and literature review | Material handling Transport, storage, packaging | Narration, discussion |
7 | Reading and literature review | Logistics Outsourcing Logistics, logistics process, selection, advantages, disadvantages, planning framework for 3PL, 4PL | Narration, discussion |
8 | - | MID-TERM EXAM | - |
9 | Reading and literature review | E-Commerce Logistics Order fulfillment and delivery | Narration, discussion |
10 | Reading and literature review | Reverse Logistics Role and design issues | Narration, discussion |
11 | Reading and literature review | Global Logistics Role, operational factors, issues, advantages, global pipeline management | Narration, discussion |
12 | Reading and literature review | Technology in Logistics, need for integration with Supply chain, role of IT, ERP | Narration, discussion |
13 | Reading and literature review | Performance Measurement and Control Systems Requirements, levels, targets and parameters | Narration, discussion |
14 | Reading and literature review | Focus on Strategic Dimension and Logistics to the Future Connection and monitoring with the product life cycle | Narration, discussion |
15 | Reading and literature review | Student presentation | Narration, discussion |
16 | - | FINAL EXAM | - |
17 | - | FINAL EXAM | - |
SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING |
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Vinod, V. S. (2012), Lojistik Yönetimi, 3e, Pearson Eğitim |
Erturgut, R. (2016), Lojistik ve Tedarik Zinciri Yönetimi, Ankara: Nobel Yayıncılık |
Alnıak, O. (2011), Tedarik Zinciri ve Satın Alma Yönetimi, İstanbul: Papatya Yayıncılık |
Jonsson, P. (2008), Logistics and Supply Chain Management, McGraw Hill Press |
ASSESSMENT |
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Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities | Number of Activities | Degree of Contribution (%) | Description |
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0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
KNOWLEDGE |
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Theoretical |
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Programme Learning Outcomes | Level of Contribution | ||||||
0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
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Summarizing basic and advanced topics in International Trade and Business.
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To define the theories, concepts and principles of International Trade and Business and its sub-fields.
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Interpreting the relationship of International Trade and Business with other disciplines.
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Using the theoretical knowledge gained in the field of International Trade and Business in professional practices and daily life.
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KNOWLEDGE |
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Factual |
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Programme Learning Outcomes | Level of Contribution | ||||||
0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
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Explaining current events and phenomena in the field with a holistic perspective analytically and systematically based on advanced knowledge and skills.
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Solving problems encountered in business life, at individual and organizational level.
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Effective use of computer programs (such as SPSS, R, Excel, Stata) in the face of complex business problems.
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Evaluating the developments in the world from an intellectual perspective in the light of the joint faculty courses taken.
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4 |
SKILLS |
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Cognitive |
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Programme Learning Outcomes | Level of Contribution | ||||||
0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
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Recognizing new theoretical and practical approaches in the field of International Trade and Business.
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Recognize the relevant literature effectively.
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Independently organize activities towards organizational goals and objectives.
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SKILLS |
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Practical |
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0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
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To conduct qualitative and quantitative research on the subjects related to the field.
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3 |
OCCUPATIONAL |
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Autonomy & Responsibility |
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Programme Learning Outcomes | Level of Contribution | ||||||
0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
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To be able to work independently in the light of the knowledge gained in the field of International Trade and Business and to take responsibility for the work done.
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OCCUPATIONAL |
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Learning to Learn |
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0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
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Adopting the philosophy of lifelong learning.
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3 |
OCCUPATIONAL |
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Communication & Social |
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Programme Learning Outcomes | Level of Contribution | ||||||
0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
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To use Turkish in written and oral communication in accordance with the rules and effectively.
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Using foreign language skills effectively in business and social life, explaining their demands in writing or verbally.
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To design a healthy communication network in the business world by using social life skills.
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3 |
OCCUPATIONAL |
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Occupational and/or Vocational |
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Programme Learning Outcomes | Level of Contribution | ||||||
0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
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Benefiting from the theoretical and historical knowledge of international trade and business; analyzes current issues, events and problems.
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Continually improving their knowledge of the structure and characteristics of the variables of international trade and business.
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WORKLOAD & ECTS CREDITS OF THE COURSE UNIT |
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Workload for Learning & Teaching Activities |
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Type of the Learning Activites | Learning Activities (# of week) | Duration (hours, h) | Workload (h) |
Lecture & In-Class Activities | 14 | 3 | 42 |
Preliminary & Further Study | 14 | 3 | 42 |
Land Surveying | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Group Work | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Laboratory | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Reading | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Assignment (Homework) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Project Work | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Seminar | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Internship | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Technical Visit | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Web Based Learning | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Implementation/Application/Practice | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Practice at a workplace | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Occupational Activity | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Social Activity | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Thesis Work | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Field Study | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Report Writing | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Final Exam | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Preparation for the Final Exam | 7 | 9 | 63 |
Mid-Term Exam | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam | 7 | 8 | 56 |
Short Exam | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Preparation for the Short Exam | 0 | 0 | 0 |
TOTAL | 44 | 0 | 205 |
Total Workload of the Course Unit | 205 | ||
Workload (h) / 25.5 | 8 | ||
ECTS Credits allocated for the Course Unit | 8,0 |