Curriculum subject

Logistics

Subject
Subject code	TLM108
Subject name	Logistics
Credit points	2 ECTS
Grading method	Grade prelim

Curriculum subject
Curriculum	2008 AT
Study year	3
Semester	Spring semester
Subject type	Optional

Subject loads
Lecture	24

General description
The nature of logistics. Supply chain, flows. Logistical problems. Logistics development. Supply chain management. Fragmentation. Outsourcing. 3PL. Demand planning and bullwhip effect. Logistics planning, lean and agile systems. Just-in-time concept. Theory of constraints. Resource planning. Logistics metrics and analyses. Purchasing. Transport decisions. Incoterms. Regulations in forwarding and transport. CMR. Inventory management. Warehousing.

General aim
Introduce logistics and basic tools used in organising and managing logistics. Develop understanding of logistics in connection with other business functions. Prepare students for working in logistics field

Aim
Student knows the key terms and concepts Student is knowledgeable about new technologies in the field of logistics Student is able to assess the logistical performance of a company and the effect on service and profit Student understands the common bottlenecks in logistics and is able to offer solutions Student can perceive the relations between business functions and make decisions based on that Student can find relevant information in the applicable laws and regulations

Form description
The course has eight lessons, altogether 24h, and consists of both lecture-type learning and groupwork discussions and exercises. The final grade consists of students homework (20%), active work during the course (10%) and final test (70%).

Literature
Mall Villemi. Logistika alused. TTÜ, Tallinn 2003/2008. Logistikakäsiraamat. Äripäeva kirjastus, 2002.

Current rounds
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