LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT

The course focuses on the aspects of logistics management, from theories to strategies and operational guidelines in the changing competitive business environment. The theories and principles explored in this course assist students to make the best use of time and in order to create efficiency. The course further introduces students to distribution structures, functions and information systems. It discusses the use of information and computer applications in logistics management. Course ObjectivesThe course will enable students to;

• Understand the principles of logistics management
• Enumerate the history of logistics management
• apply and adapt logistics management principles and processes in their workplace for effective management
• Identify and explain the key logistics management functions and processes
• Examine the key trends affecting logistics management
• solve business logistics problems and develop new logistics initiatives and strategies.