Faculty: Economic and Administrative Sciences This major provides a comprehensive understanding of the principles and practices of international logistics and supply chain management. Students explore key areas such as global supply chain coordination, transportation, warehousing, and inventory management. The program emphasizes strategic planning, operational efficiency, and the application of logistics principles to optimize the flow of goods and services across borders. Graduates are prepared for careers in logistics management, supply chain analysis, international trade, and operations management. **Learning Objectives:** - Understand the fundamentals of international logistics and supply chain management. - Develop skills in coordinating and optimizing global supply chains. - Learn techniques for managing transportation, warehousing, and inventory. - Explore the role of technology and innovation in logistics operations. - Understand the principles of trade compliance and customs regulations. - Analyze challenges and opportunities in international logistics. - Develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills for logistics projects. **Major Outline:** 1. **Introduction to International Logistics and Management** - Overview of the field, its history, and its importance in global trade. 2. **Global Supply Chain Coordination** - Study of supply chain design, coordination, and optimization. - Techniques for managing complex global supply networks. 3. **Transportation Management** - Principles of managing transportation modes, including air, sea, rail, and road. - Techniques for optimizing transportation costs and efficiency. 4. **Warehousing and Inventory Management** - Fundamentals of warehouse operations, inventory control, and distribution. - Techniques for reducing costs and improving inventory accuracy. 5. **Trade Compliance and Customs Regulations** - Study of international trade laws, customs procedures, and compliance requirements. - Techniques for ensuring smooth cross-border logistics operations. 6. **Technology in Logistics** - Exploration of logistics technologies such as ERP systems, RFID, and blockchain. - Techniques for leveraging technology to enhance logistics efficiency. 7. **Emerging Trends in International Logistics** - Analysis of innovations such as e-commerce logistics, green logistics, and automation. - Techniques for adapting to new trends and technologies in the logistics industry. 8. **Risk Management in Logistics** - Principles of identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks in logistics operations. - Techniques for ensuring supply chain resilience and continuity. 9. **Capstone Project in International Logistics and Management** - Real-world project to apply learned skills in supply chain optimization, logistics strategy, or risk management. - Techniques for delivering a comprehensive logistics solution. **Assessment Methods:** - Case studies and simulations of logistics and supply chain scenarios. - Written assignments on supply chain management, transportation, and inventory control. - Group projects in logistics strategy development and optimization. - Participation in internships or fieldwork with logistics companies or international trade organizations. **Recommended Textbooks:** - "Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management" by John Mangan, Chandra Lalwani, and Tim Butcher. - "Essentials of Supply Chain Management" by Michael H. Hugos. - "The Handbook of Logistics and Distribution Management" by Alan Rushton, Phil Croucher, and Peter Baker. - "International Logistics: The Management of International Trade Operations" by Pierre A. David. **Prerequisites:** Basic knowledge of business, logistics, or supply chain management is recommended. Suitable for students in business, logistics, and related fields. **Major Duration:** Typically 4 years, including coursework, projects, and internships. **Certification:** Graduates may receive a degree in International Logistics and Management or a related field and may pursue additional certifications (e.g., Certified Supply Chain Professional, CSCP). **Target Audience:** Aspiring logistics managers, supply chain analysts, operations managers, and international trade specialists seeking to excel in global logistics and supply chain management. This major equips students with the strategic, operational, and analytical skills needed to excel in international logistics and management, driving efficiency and innovation in global supply chains.