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School:
Huddersfield Business School
Credit Rating:
20
Level (including FHEQ):
F (FHEQ Level 4)
Graded or Non Graded:
Graded
Version Valid From:
2021-09-01
Module Leader:
Adel Hatamimarbini
Version Number
2022.02
Learning Methods
Guided Independent Study
Lecture
Synopsis
This module provides you with a good understanding of transport, logistics and supply chain management. It focuses on the importance of creating a more eco-friendly, smart, people-centric, and cost-effective transport system that must be multi-modal, integrated and socially inclusive. You’ll learn about inventory and distribution management and creating customer satisfaction, … For more content click the Read More button below.
Learning Strategy
This module will utilise a range of teaching and learning strategies. Core lectures and seminar discussions groups will be supported by a range of additional contextual learning material and reading provided via Brightspace. Various group activities will be incorporated to facilitate the development of knowledge and understanding.
Outline Syllabus
Transport issues
Road traffic congestion
Social inclusion and accessibility
Smart growth and urban development
Sustainable travel behaviour
Future mobility
Sustainable operations
Logistics and Supply Chain Management
Manufacturing & Materials Management
Freight Transport Management
Warehousing
Inventory Management
Customer Service
Supply Chain trade-offs
Project Management
Defining projects and project management
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The project planning life cycle
Project planning
Project Team Management
Project Delivery
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module students will
1.
Understand the principles involved in the management of transport, logistics and supply chains.
2.
Know the established theories and techniques which may be used for the successful execution of a project.
3.
Identify where trade-offs may exist between different transport and logistics management solutions.
4.
Apply techniques and principles of transport, logistics and supply chain management to improve efficiency.
5.
Apply a range of established theories and techniques to ensure the successful execution of a project.
Formative Assessment
Assessment 1: Other
Summative Assessment
Assessment 1: Presentation
Assessment 2: Written Assignment
Assessment Criteria
The assessment criteria are as set out in the Huddersfield Business School Assessment Guidelines. The guidelines provide criteria for the assessment of both coursework’s and examinations.