Basics of logisticsLaajuus (5 cr)

Objective

You know how to generally define the concepts of logistics and supply chain.
You know the basic concepts and functions of logistics.
You are able to consider the economics of transportation as part of supply chain management.

Content

How do you define logistics?
How do you define the concept of supply chain?
What are logistic functions?
How are logistic functions evaluated and monitored in business?
Which factors affect the structure of the logistic system of a company?
What are the environmental effects of logistic functions?
How are the basics of logistics related to supply chain competence?

Accomplishment methods

a. use professional vocabulary systematically.
b. look for information in the key information sources of the field.
c. identify interrelated tasks.
d. work together with customers, users and target groups.
e. use the key models, methods, software and techniques of the professional field.
f. work as team members in a goal-oriented way.
g. justify their actions according to the ethical principles of the professional field.