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  Course Description
Course Name : Logistics Management

Course Code : MG28 708

Course Type : Compulsory

Level of Course : Second Cycle

Year of Study : 1

Course Semester : Spring (16 Weeks)

ECTS : 4

Name of Lecturer(s) : Asst.Prof.Dr. B.GÜLSÜN NAKIBOĞLU
Assoc.Prof.Dr. ARZU UZUN
Assoc.Prof.Dr. SELÇUK ÇOLAK

Learning Outcomes of the Course : Evaluates the current issues in logistics from different points of view
Usea the related terminology and concepts
Explains the roles of logistics and supply chain in economic growth
Blends theoretical knowledge with practical knowledge concerning the subject of logistics
Manages the processes of logistics

Mode of Delivery : Face-to-Face

Prerequisites and Co-Prerequisites : None

Recommended Optional Programme Components : None

Aim(s) of Course : To provide students with the ability to identify logistical problems, and create better business solutions using logistics methods.

Course Contents : Topics include facility location, transportation, networks, and logistics information systems.

Language of Instruction : Turkish

Work Place : Classroom will be announced at the beginning of the term


  Course Outline /Schedule (Weekly) Planned Learning Activities
Week Subject Student's Preliminary Work Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
1 Basic concepts and subjects Reading related topics Lecturing, question answer
2 Logistics modelling Reading related topics Lecturing, question answer
3 Logistics customer service Reading related topics Lecturing, question answer
4 Order processing Reading related topics Lecturing, question answer
5 Logistics and information systems Reading related topics Lecturing, question answer
6 Transport fundamentals Reading related topics Lecturing, question answer
7 Transport fundamentals Reading related topics Lecturing, question answer
8 Midterm exam Studying for the exam Written exam
9 Transport decisions Reading related topics Lecturing, question answer
10 Forecasting logistics requirements Reading related topics Lecturing, question answer
11 Inventory policy decisions Reading related topics Lecturing, question answer
12 Inventory policy decisions Reading related topics Lecturing, question answer
13 Purchasing & supply Reading related topics Lecturing, question answer
14 Scheduling decisions Reading related topics Lecturing, question answer
15 Network planning process Reading related topics Lecturing, question answer
16/17 Final exam Studying for the exam Written exam


  Required Course Resources
Resource Type Resource Name
Recommended Course Material(s)  Business Logistics Management, 5th edition, Ronald Ballou
 Lecture slides and notes
Required Course Material(s)


  Assessment Methods and Assessment Criteria
Semester/Year Assessments Number Contribution Percentage
    Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 60
    Homeworks/Projects/Others 0 40
Total 100
Rate of Semester/Year Assessments to Success 40
 
Final Assessments 100
Rate of Final Assessments to Success 60
Total 100

  Contribution of the Course to Key Learning Outcomes
# Key Learning Outcome Contribution*
1 Lists and describes the terms of production management and numerical methods and explains the relationship between them 4
2 Lists,describes the basic theoretical models and numerical and statistical methods of business administration, and explains the aim of the models; indicates the strenghts and weaknesses of each model and/or method 4
3 By doing research student explains how to create the basic theoretical models of business administration and to practise numerical and statistical methods. 5
4 Determines proper methods for solving the encountered business problems 3
5 Applies the business administration methods by following the basic steps 4
6 Achieves the best result by using the basic numerical and statistical analysis programs 4
7 Takes responsibility as an individual and/or as a part of a team, becomes leader and works effectively 4
8 Follows the latest developments in his/her field and continuously renews him/herself in recognition of the need for lifelong learning. 4
9 Following research ethics, in a new field, student uses various resources, processes the information obtained and presents it effectively. 4
10 Questions conventional approaches, implications, and methods, and s/he develops and applies new methods of studying when needed. 4
11 Forms a basis for the decision-making process by doing research on the science of business administration. 4
12 By considering the size, resources, culture, goals and aims of the business, student determines the most appropriate business management approaches, practices and methods. 4
* Contribution levels are between 0 (not) and 5 (maximum).

  Student Workload - ECTS
Works Number Time (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Course Related Works
    Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) 14 3 42
    Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) 14 1 14
Assesment Related Works
    Homeworks, Projects, Others 0 0 0
    Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 10 10
    Final Exam 1 30 30
Total Workload: 96
Total Workload / 25 (h): 3.84
ECTS Credit: 4