NBS8222 : International Logistics
- Offered for Year: 2024/25
- Module Leader(s): Dr Yan Jiang
- Owning School: Newcastle University Business School
- Teaching Location: Newcastle City Campus
Semesters
Your programme is made up of credits, the total differs on programme to programme.
| Semester 2 Credit Value: | 10 |
| ECTS Credits: | 5.0 |
| European Credit Transfer System | |
Aims
To provide students with an understanding of the key concepts of logistics and distribution, how different forms of transport combine and operate to move goods (and people) around the world, and how goods can effectively and efficiently be ordered, stored, despatched and delivered. It will provide students with an appreciation of the institutional challenges, tensions and future opportunities for growth within global logistics and supply chains, and encourage students to use their business management skills developed throughout previous study to contribute to the formative and summative assessment of the module.
Outline Of Syllabus
The module will cover the following areas of layout:
• International logistics and distribution core contents and knowledge
• Modern logistics in practice and implementation
Teaching Methods
Teaching Activities
| Category | Activity | Number | Length | Student Hours | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 1 | 30:00 | 30:00 | Time for students to complete formative and summative coursework & assessments |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Lecture | 15 | 1:00 | 15:00 | PiP lectures |
| Guided Independent Study | Directed research and reading | 1 | 33:00 | 33:00 | Estimated based on 3 hours per teaching week (not necessarily to do in that week) |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Small group teaching | 3 | 1:00 | 3:00 | PiP Seminars |
| Guided Independent Study | Independent study | 1 | 19:00 | 19:00 | N/A |
| Total | 100:00 |
Teaching Rationale And Relationship
The module is supported by a study guide that outlines the formal sessions, together with the lecturer-directed study and independent reading. An interactive approach to lecture sessions will draw upon the directed learning undertaken and participants’ own experiences. Throughout, the emphasis will be on high levels of participant participation, both individually and within small groups.
Participants can therefore expect the reflective-practitioner approach to learning to be embedded in all discussion sessions through undertaking activities which facilitate them to apply theory to ‘real-life’ situations, critically analysing and making recommendations for appropriate ways forward for the organisation/individual.
Directed learning will centre upon a range of activities including pre-reading, preparation for interactive activities and use of the discussion board on the e-learning platform. Independent learning will centre upon the participants identifying and pursuing areas of interest in relation to the subject area or by providing deeper/ broader knowledge and understanding of the subject through a range of learning activities that might include extended reading, reflection, research etc.
Assessment Methods
The format of resits will be determined by the Board of Examiners
Exams
| Description | Length | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Written Examination | 120 | 2 | A | 100 | N/A |
Formative Assessments
Formative Assessment is an assessment which develops your skills in being assessed, allows for you to receive feedback, and prepares you for being assessed. However, it does not count to your final mark.
| Description | Semester | When Set | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Case study | 2 | M | N/A |
Assessment Rationale And Relationship
The written examination assesses student’s knowledge and skills of international logistics as well as the ability to think and analyse problems quickly. Students will be able to select from and apply both the general and detailed knowledge of logistics strategies and theories to new questions, problem-solving skills, and adaptability. It is used to check the level of learning at the end of the module, based on accumulated learning during the module. The aim is to ensure that students have met the learning outcomes for the module and are at the appropriate level.
The case study evaluates students’ progress with learning in this module. Students will have opportunity to apply the theoretical concepts to real-life scenarios. With the provision of case materials related to various topics, students can develop skills including decision-making, problem-solving, and collaboration. The aim is to enhance students’ learning of relevant topics and engagement to the subject.
Reading Lists
Timetable
- Timetable Website: www.ncl.ac.uk/timetable/
- NBS8222's Timetable