Logistics and Supply Chain Management(ML530)
| Course Code | Course Name | Semester | Theory | Practice | Lab | Credit | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ML530 | Logistics and Supply Chain Management | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 6 |
| Prerequisites | |
| Admission Requirements |
| Language of Instruction | Turkish |
| Course Type | Compulsory |
| Course Level | Masters Degree |
| Course Instructor(s) | Orhan FEYZİOĞLU ofeyzioglu@gsu.edu.tr (Email) |
| Assistant | |
| Objective | Traditionally, logistics is defined as the regulation of the movement of goods, services, information, and people from a point of origin to a point of consumption. With the rapid advancement of technology, the scope of logistics has also increased significantly in the last half century. In fact, logistics costs are estimated to account for one-third of the total cost of doing business. Therefore, effective logistics management is critical to the success of the company. This course provides an introduction to logistics and distribution management and provides students with detailed information about logistics management, transportation, inventory, and distribution systems. |
| Content | |
| Course Learning Outcomes |
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will: 1. will have a basic knowledge of logistics systems and understand their importance in both realizing company strategy and creating value. 2. will be able to develop inventory management strategies in accordance with customer demand, taking into account possible costs 3. will have knowledge and skills about the problems encountered in transportation and distribution network design and their solutions 4. will be able to explain the importance of information sharing in logistics and supply chain management and the negative consequences of its lack 5. through case studies, they will be able to identify current problems encountered in logistics and supply chain management and have detailed knowledge of their solutions |
| Teaching and Learning Methods | |
| References |
1. Simchi-Levi D., Kaminsky P., Simchi-Levi E., “Designing & Managing the Supply Chain: Concepts, Strategies and Case Studies”, 4. Baskı, McGraw-Hill, 2021. 2. Langley C.J., Novack R.A., Gibson, B.J. & Coyle, J.J., “Supply Chain Management: A Logistics Perspective”, 11. Baskı, Cengage, 2021. 3. Chopra S., “Supply Chain Management: Strategy, Planning and Operation”, 7. Baskı, Pearson, 2019. 4. Christopher M., “Logistics and Supply Chain Management”, 5. Baskı, Pearson, 2016. 5. Ballou, R.H., Business Logistics/Supply Chain Management, 5th ed., Prentice Hall, 2003. 6. Murphy, P.R. & Wood, D.F., Contemporary Logistics, Prentice Hall, New Jersey, 2004. |
Theory Topics
| Week | Weekly Contents |
|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to Logistics and Supply Chain Management |
| 2 | Strategies for L&SCM |
| 3 | Product and Customer in L&SCM |
| 4 | Supply and Demand Planning for L&SCM |
| 5 | Stock Management and Policies for L&SCM |
| 6 | Transportation and Transportation Decisions for L&SCM |
| 7 | Facility Planning and Network Design for L&SCM |
| 8 | Information Sharing and Information Systems for L&SCM |
| 9 | Midterm Exam |
| 10 | Case Study |
| 11 | Case Study |
| 12 | Case Study |
| 13 | Case Study |
| 14 | Case Study |
Practice Topics
| Week | Weekly Contents |
|---|
Contribution to Overall Grade
| Number | Contribution | |
|---|---|---|
| Contribution of in-term studies to overall grade | 2 | 50 |
| Contribution of final exam to overall grade | 1 | 50 |
| Toplam | 3 | 100 |
In-Term Studies
| Number | Contribution | |
|---|---|---|
| Assignments | 0 | 0 |
| Presentation | 1 | 30 |
| Midterm Examinations (including preparation) | 1 | 20 |
| Project | 0 | 0 |
| Laboratory | 0 | 0 |
| Other Applications | 0 | 0 |
| Quiz | 0 | 0 |
| Term Paper/ Project | 0 | 0 |
| Portfolio Study | 0 | 0 |
| Reports | 0 | 0 |
| Learning Diary | 0 | 0 |
| Thesis/ Project | 0 | 0 |
| Seminar | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 0 | 0 |
| Toplam | 2 | 50 |
| No | Program Learning Outcomes | Contribution | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
| 1 | The acquisition of high-level knowledge of the functions of production management and marketing, management, accounting and finance; the skill of using this knowledge. | X | ||||
| 2 | The acquisition of basic conceptual knowledge about scientific fields related to professional life, such as law, economics, sociology, psychology, social psychology and quantitative methods. | X | ||||
| 3 | The ability to work effectively in a team; the ability to pass on knowledge to other members of the team. | |||||
| 4 | The competence to use his/her knowledge on the field, to analyze and interpret the data obtained, to identify the problems encountered, to provide appropriate solutions and scientifically defend these solution suggestions when necessary. | X | ||||
| 5 | The competence to determine the aims and objectives of the company or institution in which he/she is employed by taking into account the needs, the competitive dynamics of the market and by calculating the risks incurred; the ability to engage in entrepreneurship and establish and manage a business. | X | ||||
| 6 | Awareness of constantly updating his/her professional knowledge and skills; the ability to adapt to change and innovation; the competence to critically evaluate the information he/she has acquired. | X | ||||
| 7 | Basic knowledge of information and communication technologies required for professional life; the ability to use core office programs at an advanced level; expertise in data processing and report writing in the IT environment. | X | ||||
| 8 | Ability to follow current information in his/her field in both English and French and to communicate in writing and verbally with stakeholders in both languages. | X | ||||
| 9 | The ability to conduct researchs and studies taking into account the market, dynamics of competition, organizational and global factors and scientific methods; contribute to projects, take responsibility in projects, display competence to make innovative and effective decisions. | X | ||||
| 10 | Ability to develop strategies, find creative solutions to management problems by building relations with other areas of the social sciences and to take the responsibility of these decisions. | |||||
| 11 | Consciousness of taking into account ethical values, when making decisions and being involved in business life. | X | ||||
| 12 | Awareness of the impact of practices related to his/her field on the global and social dimensions (universality of social rights, social justice, cultural values, environmental problems, sustainability, etc.) and their legal consequences. | X | ||||
| Activities | Number | Period | Total Workload |
|---|---|---|---|
| Class Hours | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Working Hours out of Class | 13 | 2 | 26 |
| Assignments | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Presentation | 1 | 20 | 20 |
| Midterm Examinations (including preparation) | 1 | 20 | 20 |
| Project | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Laboratory | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other Applications | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Final Examinations (including preparation) | 1 | 30 | 30 |
| Quiz | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Term Paper/ Project | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Portfolio Study | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Reports | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Learning Diary | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Thesis/ Project | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Seminar | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Workload | 138 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 | 5.52 | ||
| Credits ECTS | 6 | ||