International Logistics and management

Course Title: International Logistics and Management

Course Description:

This course provides an in-depth understanding of the principles and practices of

international logistics and management. It covers global supply chain strategies,
transportation management, customs regulations, international trade policies, risk
management, and sustainability in logistics.

Learning Objectives:

By the end of this course, students will be able to:

1. Understand the fundamentals of international logistics and supply chain management.

2. Analyze the impact of global trade regulations and policies on logistics operations.
3. Develop strategies for efficient transportation and distribution in a global context.
4. Evaluate risk management practices and their application in international logistics.
5. Explore the role of technology and innovation in enhancing logistics efficiency.
6. Assess sustainability practices within international logistics.

Prerequisites:

 Basic understanding of business administration and management principles.

Course Outline:

Week 1-2: Introduction to International Logistics

 Definition and scope of international logistics

 Differences between domestic and international logistics
 The importance of international logistics in global trade

Week 3-4: Global Supply Chain Management

 Components of a global supply chain

 Strategic sourcing and procurement
 Inventory management in international supply chains

Week 5-6: Transportation Management

 Modes of transportation (air, sea, rail, road)

 Selection criteria for transportation modes
 Intermodal transportation
Week 7-8: Customs Regulations and Compliance

 Understanding international trade regulations

 Documentation and procedures in international logistics
 Role of customs brokers and freight forwarders

Week 9-10: International Trade Policies and Agreements

 Overview of key trade agreements (NAFTA, EU, TPP)

 Impact of tariffs, quotas, and trade barriers
 Trade compliance and documentation

Week 11-12: Risk Management in International Logistics

 Identifying risks in global logistics

 Risk assessment and mitigation strategies
 Role of insurance in international logistics

Week 13-14: Technology and Innovation in Logistics

 Role of information technology in logistics (ERP, WMS, TMS)

 Emerging technologies (IoT, Blockchain, AI)
 Case studies of technology applications in logistics

Week 15: Sustainability in International Logistics

 Environmental impact of logistics activities

 Sustainable practices in transportation and warehousing
 Corporate social responsibility in global supply chains

Week 16: Course Review and Final Examination

 Review of key concepts and theories

 Final project presentations
 Written examination

Teaching Methods:

 Lectures and guest speakers

 Case study analysis
 Group discussions and presentations
 Simulation games
 Field trips to logistics facilities (if feasible)

Assessment Criteria:

 Class participation and attendance: 10%

 Individual assignments and quizzes: 20%
 Group projects and presentations: 30%
 Mid-term examination: 20%
  Final examination: 20%

Recommended Textbooks and Reading Materials:

 "Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management" by John Mangan and Chandra
Lalwani
 "International Logistics: The Management of International Trade Operations" by
Pierre A. David
 "The Handbook of Logistics and Distribution Management" by Alan Rushton, Phil
Croucher, and Peter Baker
 Relevant articles and case studies from academic journals and industry publications

Additional Resources:

 Online databases and libraries for accessing research papers

 Industry reports and whitepapers from logistics organizations
 Software tools for supply chain and logistics management (e.g., SAP, Oracle SCM)
Syllabus: International Logistics and Management

Course Title:

International Logistics and Management

Course Description:

This course provides an in-depth understanding of the principles and practices of

international logistics and management. It covers global supply chain strategies,
transportation management, customs regulations, international trade policies, risk
management, and sustainability in logistics.

Learning Objectives:

By the end of this course, students will be able to:

1. Understand the fundamentals of international logistics and supply chain management.

2. Analyze the impact of global trade regulations and policies on logistics operations.
3. Develop strategies for efficient transportation and distribution in a global context.
4. Evaluate risk management practices and their application in international logistics.
5. Explore the role of technology and innovation in enhancing logistics efficiency.
6. Assess sustainability practices within international logistics.

Prerequisites:

 Basic understanding of business administration and management principles.

Course Outline:

Unit 1: Introduction to International Logistics

 Definition and Scope of International Logistics

 Differences Between Domestic and International Logistics
 Importance of International Logistics in Global Trade

Unit 2: Global Supply Chain Management

 Components of a Global Supply Chain

 Strategic Sourcing and Procurement
 Inventory Management in International Supply Chains
 Case Studies on Effective Supply Chain Management

Unit 3: Transportation Management

 Modes of Transportation (Air, Sea, Rail, Road)

 Selection Criteria for Transportation Modes
 Intermodal Transportation
 Logistics Network Design and Optimization
Unit 4: Customs Regulations and Compliance

 Understanding International Trade Regulations

 Documentation and Procedures in International Logistics
 Role of Customs Brokers and Freight Forwarders
 Compliance with Export/Import Laws

Unit 5: International Trade Policies and Agreements

 Overview of Key Trade Agreements (NAFTA, EU, TPP)

 Impact of Tariffs, Quotas, and Trade Barriers
 Trade Compliance and Documentation
 Analysis of Current International Trade Issues

Unit 6: Risk Management and Sustainability in International Logistics

 Identifying Risks in Global Logistics

 Risk Assessment and Mitigation Strategies
 Role of Insurance in International Logistics
 Environmental Impact of Logistics Activities
 Sustainable Practices in Transportation and Warehousing
 Corporate Social Responsibility in Global Supply Chains

Teaching Methods:

 Lectures and Guest Speakers

 Case Study Analysis
 Group Discussions and Presentations
 Simulation Games
 Field Trips to Logistics Facilities (if feasible)

Assessment Criteria:

 Class Participation and Attendance: 10%

 Individual Assignments and Quizzes: 20%
 Group Projects and Presentations: 30%
 Mid-term Examination: 20%
 Final Examination: 20%

Recommended Textbooks and Reading Materials:

 "Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management" by John Mangan and Chandra
Lalwani
 "International Logistics: The Management of International Trade Operations" by
Pierre A. David
 "The Handbook of Logistics and Distribution Management" by Alan Rushton, Phil
Croucher, and Peter Baker
 Relevant Articles and Case Studies from Academic Journals and Industry Publications

Additional Resources:
 Online Databases and Libraries for Accessing Research Papers
 Industry Reports and Whitepapers from Logistics Organizations
 Software Tools for Supply Chain and Logistics Management (e.g., SAP, Oracle SCM)
Syllabus: Business Ethics & Values

Course Title:

Business Ethics & Values

Course Description:

This course explores the fundamental principles of business ethics and the role of values in
the corporate environment. It covers ethical theories, decision-making processes, corporate
social responsibility, ethical issues in various business domains, and the importance of
cultivating ethical culture in organizations.

Learning Objectives:

By the end of this course, students will be able to:

1. Understand the key concepts and theories of business ethics.

2. Apply ethical decision-making frameworks in business scenarios.
3. Analyze ethical dilemmas in various business contexts.
4. Evaluate the role of corporate social responsibility in modern business.
5. Recognize the impact of organizational culture on ethical behavior.
6. Develop strategies to promote ethical practices within organizations.

Prerequisites:

 Basic understanding of business administration and management principles.

Course Outline:

Unit 1: Introduction to Business Ethics

 Definition and Importance of Business Ethics

 Historical Development of Business Ethics
 Ethical Theories and Approaches (Utilitarianism, Deontology, Virtue Ethics, etc.)
 The Relationship Between Ethics and Law

Unit 2: Ethical Decision-Making in Business

 Frameworks for Ethical Decision-Making

 Steps in Ethical Decision-Making Process
 Common Ethical Issues and Dilemmas in Business
 Case Studies on Ethical Decision-Making

Unit 3: Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)

 Definition and Importance of CSR

 CSR Theories and Models (Carroll’s Pyramid, Triple Bottom Line, etc.)
 The Role of Stakeholders in CSR
 Implementing CSR Strategies
  Case Studies on Successful CSR Initiatives

Unit 4: Ethics in Various Business Domains

 Marketing Ethics (Advertising, Consumer Privacy, etc.)

 Financial Ethics (Insider Trading, Financial Reporting, etc.)
 Human Resource Ethics (Discrimination, Harassment, Employee Rights, etc.)
 Environmental Ethics (Sustainability, Environmental Impact, etc.)
 Global Business Ethics (Cultural Differences, International Regulations, etc.)

Unit 5: Organizational Culture and Ethics

 Definition and Components of Organizational Culture

 The Role of Leadership in Shaping Ethical Culture
 Strategies for Fostering an Ethical Culture
 The Impact of Organizational Culture on Employee Behavior
 Ethical Codes of Conduct and Their Implementation

Unit 6: Promoting Ethical Practices in Organizations

 The Importance of Ethics Training and Education

 Whistleblowing and Ethical Reporting Mechanisms
 Developing and Enforcing Ethical Policies and Procedures
 Measuring and Auditing Ethical Performance
 The Future of Business Ethics: Trends and Challenges

Teaching Methods:

 Lectures and Guest Speakers

 Case Study Analysis
 Group Discussions and Presentations
 Role-Playing and Simulation Exercises
 Field Trips to Businesses (if feasible)

Assessment Criteria:

 Class Participation and Attendance: 10%

 Individual Assignments and Quizzes: 20%
 Group Projects and Presentations: 30%
 Mid-term Examination: 20%
 Final Examination: 20%

Recommended Textbooks and Reading Materials:

 "Business Ethics: Ethical Decision Making & Cases" by O.C. Ferrell, John Fraedrich,
and Linda Ferrell
 "Ethics and the Conduct of Business" by John R. Boatright
 "Business Ethics: A Textbook with Cases" by William H. Shaw
 Relevant Articles and Case Studies from Academic Journals and Industry Publications
Additional Resources:

 Online Databases and Libraries for Accessing Research Papers

 Industry Reports and Whitepapers on Business Ethics
 Codes of Conduct from Various Corporations