Learning outcome

Through this course students gain basic competence in the development and management of logistics systems. These include:

• knowledge of basic tools based on systems theory
• knowledge of the common assessment criteria for analyzing logistics system
• skill in the preparation of flowcharts for logistics system
• skill in evaluating the systems in relation to the most common assessment criteria
• skill in analyzing various logistics system
• ability to implement simpler logistics projects
• ability to communicate with various groups within the logistics industry and thereby contribute to creative solutions to logistic problems

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Course Description

• Structure of the logistics system
• Basic systems theory
• The main concepts are logistically quality, delivery, service and analysis of costs
• Distribution aspect of the logistics system will be discussed separately
• Logistics as an instrument in competition with other businesses - strategic perspective
• Green Logistics

Assessment Methods

Obligatory group assignment and a written individual final examination, 3 hours. The group assignment counts for 40% of the final grade. The groups should normally consist of 2-3 students, but it is also possible for individual students to submit assignments if this has been approved. The final examination counts for 60% of the final grade. All the parts of the assessment must receive passing marks.

Minor adjustments may occur during the academic year, subject to the decision of the Dean