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Session: 2022/23
Last modified: 12/03/2021 15:58:20
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Title of Module: Logistics Management |
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Code: LNDN11014 |
SCQF Level: 11
(Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework) |
Credit Points: 15 |
ECTS: 7.5
(European Credit Transfer Scheme) |
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| School: | School of Business & Creative Industries |
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| Module Co-ordinator: | Alan
Macdonald |
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| Summary of Module |
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Many different products and services are consumed each day, but how to they reach the end customer? This is the test faced by the logistics function within the organisation. Furthermore we must also consider the associated cost against calls for efficiencies as well as the processes and procedures which ensure effective production and delivery of those products and services. Add to this the increasing global awareness of related environmental issues and responsibilities and the challenge for the logistics function is clear.
This module introduces students to the key business concepts within Logistics, through a framework within which they can critically analyse the performance of these functions from a sustainable business viewpoint; i.e. efficacy, efficiency and effectiveness.
- Define logistics and Logistics management
- Identify the core concepts of the Last Mile.
- Understand the relevance of Logistics Management within Global Supply Chain Strategy
- Demonstrate knowledge of the current and future Logistics challenges within sustainability and the wider operating environment.
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| Module Delivery Method |
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| Face-To-Face | Blended | Fully Online | HybridC | HybridO | Work-based Learning |
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Face-To-Face
Term used to describe the traditional classroom environment where the students and the lecturer meet synchronously in the same room for the whole provision.
Blended
A mode of delivery of a module or a programme that involves online and face-to-face delivery of learning, teaching and assessment activities, student support and feedback. A programme may be considered “blended” if it includes a combination of face-to-face, online and blended modules. If an online programme has any compulsory face-to-face and campus elements it must be described as blended with clearly articulated delivery information to manage student expectations
Fully Online
Instruction that is solely delivered by web-based or internet-based technologies. This term is used to describe the previously used terms distance learning and e learning.
HybridC
Online with mandatory face-to-face learning on Campus
HybridO
Online with optional face-to-face learning on Campus
Work-based Learning
Learning activities where the main location for the learning experience is in the workplace.
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| Term(s) for Module Delivery |
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(Provided viable student numbers permit).
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| Learning Outcomes: (maximum of 5 statements) |
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On successful completion of this module the student will be able to:
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Demonstrate a critical understanding of Logistics in achieving organisational success.
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Critically assess logistics capability and the value add that it can make to global supply chain strategy.
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Demonstrate a critical understanding of the current and future challenges that logistics is facing on sustainability and the wider operating environment. |
| Employability Skills and Personal Development Planning (PDP) Skills |
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| SCQF Headings |
During completion of this module, there will be an opportunity to achieve
core skills in:
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| Knowledge and Understanding (K and U) |
SCQF Level 11.
Demonstrating a broad and integrated knowledge and critical understanding of Logistics Management |
| Practice: Applied Knowledge and Understanding |
SCQF Level 11.
Applying knowledge, skills and understanding in using a range of the principal skills, techniques, practices and/or materials that are at the forefront of, or informed by forefront developments in Logistics Management.
- Applying a significant range of the techniques and strategies required to evaluate the appropriate use of logistics management.
Applying and understanding the assess logistics capability and the value add that it can make to global supply chain strategy.
Understanding the critical understanding of the current and future challenges that logistics is facing on sustainability and the wider operating environment |
| Generic Cognitive skills |
SCQF Level 11.
Engaging with formative and summative assessment to recognise and assess suitability, and appropriate use, of a range of logistics management techniques and processes and providing carefully judged solutions to the challenges in this area. |
| Communication, ICT and Numeracy Skills |
SCQF Level 11.
Presenting decisions on the appropriate use of logistics management techniques and products using a range of communication methods.
- Using a wide range of ICT applications to support and enhance work at this level. |
| Autonomy, Accountability and Working with others |
SCQF Level 11.
Using realistic business scenarios to work independently and/or in group settings to identify areas of Logistics Management and their appropriate solutions and the value add that it can make to global supply chain strategy. |
| Pre-requisites: |
Before undertaking this module the student should have
undertaken the following:
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| Co-requisites | Module Code:
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* Indicates that module descriptor is not published.
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| Learning and Teaching |
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The module will use, for the most part, a flipped classroom approach. Using realistic business cases, you will identify the associated functions products and processes within a business and will demonstrate the influence that logistics management can have on organisational success. You will be required to prepare in advance for each session by reading the relevant chapters or key texts and/or recommended reading materials set by the module coordinator.
Logistics Management scenarios will draw on the key topics of the module and you will work both independently and in groups to develop a deep and critical understanding and analysis of the subject area. |
Learning Activities
During completion of this module, the learning activities undertaken to
achieve the module learning outcomes are stated below:
| Student Learning Hours
(Normally totalling 200 hours):
(Note: Learning hours include both contact hours and hours spent on other learning activities) |
| Lecture/Core Content Delivery | 12 |
| Tutorial/Synchronous Support Activity | 6 |
| Asynchronous Class Activity | 18 |
| Independent Study | 114 |
| 150
Hours Total
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**Indicative Resources: (eg. Core text, journals, internet
access)
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The following materials form essential underpinning for the module content
and ultimately for the learning outcomes:
RUSHTON, CROUCHER, BAKER. (Latest edition). THE HANDBOOK OF LOGISTICS AND DISTRIBUTION MANAGEMENT. Kogan page, London.
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(**N.B. Although reading lists should include current publications,
students are advised (particularly for material marked with an asterisk*) to
wait until the start of session for confirmation of the most up-to-date
material)
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| Engagement Requirements |
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In line with the Academic Engagement Procedure, Students are defined as academically engaged if they are regularly engaged with timetabled teaching sessions, course-related learning resources including those in the Library and on the relevant learning platform, and complete assessments and submit these on time. Please refer to the Academic Engagement Procedure at the following link: Academic engagement procedure |
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Supplemental Information
| Programme Board | Marketing, Innovation, Tourism & Events |
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| Assessment Results (Pass/Fail) |
No
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| Subject Panel | Marketing, Innovation, Tourism & Events |
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| Moderator | TBC |
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| External Examiner | TBC |
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| Accreditation Details | |
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| Version Number | 1 |
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| Assessment: (also refer to Assessment Outcomes Grids below) |
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| REPORT 80% |
| POSTER DESIGN CHALLENGE 20% |
(N.B. (i) Assessment Outcomes Grids for the module
(one for each component) can be found below which clearly demonstrate how the learning outcomes of the module
will be assessed.
(ii) An indicative schedule listing approximate times
within the academic calendar when assessment is likely to feature will be
provided within the Student Handbook.)
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Assessment Outcome Grids (Footnote A.)
Footnotes
A. Referred to within Assessment Section above
B. Identified in the Learning Outcome Section above
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Note(s):
- More than one assessment method can be used to assess individual learning outcomes.
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Schools are responsible for determining student contact hours. Please refer to University Policy on contact hours (extract contained within section 10 of the Module Descriptor guidance note).
This will normally be variable across Schools, dependent on Programmes &/or Professional requirements.
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| Equality and Diversity |
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The Equality, Diversity and Human Rights policy underpins student engagement. We aim to make UWS a fair and equal place to study an institution which addresses specific issues covering all aspects of equality, diversity and human rights. Where required module assessment will be adapted to meet student requirements.
UWS Equality and Diversity Policy |
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(N.B. Every effort
will be made by the University to accommodate any equality and diversity issues
brought to the attention of the School)
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