| Course Type | Elective Course |
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| Course Level | Bachelor's Degree |
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| Year of Study | - |
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| Semester | - |
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| ECTS | 5 |
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| Name of Lecturer(s) |
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| Learning Outcomes |
At the end of this course, the students;
- Understand the fundamental concepts of logistics and develop their skills in the logistics phase of foreign trade.
- Learn about the historical development of logistics.
- Compare the differences between the supply chain and logistics.
- Gain knowledge about information technologies used in logistics processes.
- Explain logistics processes and techniques for process improvement.
- Acquire information about land and rail transportation systems, international air transportation, maritime and cargo transportation, and intermodal transportation systems.
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| Mode of Delivery | Face to face |
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| Prerequisites | No |
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| Recommended Optional Programme Components | None |
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| Course Description | This course aims to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary for the effective management of logistics processes in businesses, offering a comprehensive understanding of logistics management. By the end of the course, students will gain competency in planning, implementing, and optimizing logistics operations. The course also provides information about the fundamentals of logistics, key components, and the importance of international logistics systems in global trade. |
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| Course Contents |
| WEEK |
TOPICS |
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1st Week |
Historical development of logistics |
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2nd Week |
Logistics management, supply chain management, and key concepts related to both |
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3rd Week |
Logistics processes |
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4th Week |
Transportation, modes of transport, and contracts |
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5th Week |
Warehousing, inventory management |
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6th Week |
Order management, demand forecasting, and customer relations |
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7th Week |
Introduction to information technologies in logistics management |
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8th Week |
Midterm exam |
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9th Week |
Enterprise resource planning, warehouse management system, transportation management system |
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10th Week |
Automation systems |
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11th Week |
Challenges in logistics management and international trade |
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12th Week |
Techniques used in improving logistics processes |
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13th Week |
Current trends and innovations in logistics |
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14th Week |
Sustainable logistics practices |
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| Recommended or Required Reading | Keskin, M. H. (2018). Lojistik tedarik zinciri yönetimi (geçmişi, değişimi, bugünü, geleceği) (7th ed.). Nobel Yayınevi.
Long, D. (2022). Uluslararası lojistik küresel tedarik zinciri yönetimi (M. Tanyaş & M. Düzgün, Trans.). Nobel Akademi Yayınları.
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| Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods |
- Lecture
- Questions/Answers
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| Assessment Methods and Criteria |
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Quantity |
Percentage (%) |
| Mid-term |
1 |
40 |
| Total(%) |
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40 |
| Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade(%) |
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40 |
| Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade(%) |
|
60 |
| Total(%) |
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100 |
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| ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload |
| Activities |
Quantity |
Duration (Hour) |
Total Workload (Hour) |
| Midterm exam |
1 |
1 |
1 |
| Preparation for Quiz |
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| Individual or group work |
14 |
3 |
42 |
| Preparation for Final exam |
1 |
40 |
40 |
| Course hours |
14 |
3 |
42 |
| Preparation for Midterm exam |
1 |
25 |
25 |
| Laboratory (including preparation) |
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| Final exam |
1 |
1 |
1 |
| Homework |
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| Total Work Load | 151 |
| Total Work Load / 30 (h) | 5.03 |
| ECTS Credit of the Course | 5 |
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| Language of Instruction | Turkish |
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| Work Placement(s) | No |
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