Code |
12703
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Year |
3
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Semester |
S1
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ECTS Credits |
6
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Workload |
TP(60H)
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Scientific area |
Management
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Entry requirements |
None.
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Mode of delivery |
Face-to-face Conceptual and practical
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Work placements |
--Not applicable
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Learning outcomes |
In this Curricular Unit (UC) it is intended that the student understands the importance of logistics, whether from a macroeconomic perspective, or at a more entrepreneurial level and knows how to identify some tools to support decision making in a logistical context. In particular, the student must know the reality of logistics in contemporary organizations, as well as its contribution to the growing trend of e-commerce. The student must also know the importance of an adequate supply chain management to fulfil logistical objectives and the consequent provision of a value-creating service to the customer and that is simultaneously profitable for the company. Finally, students should be able to recognize logistical issues and options in the context of information systems management, transport management and warehouse management. In terms of specific skills, students should understand the importance of logistics for the development of the country and companies.
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Syllabus |
1. Introduction to the concept of logistics 2. Integration of functions, activities and operations 3. Supply chain management 4. Transport management 5. Warehouse management, goods handling and inventory management 6. Information systems in supply chain management 7. Impact of logistics on business performance
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Main Bibliography |
Carvalho, J. C. (2004). A Lógica da Logística. Sílabo. Lisboa. Carvalho, J. C. (2004). Logística. Sílabo. Lisboa Carvalho, J. C. (Coord) (2017). Logística e Gestão da Cadeia de Abastecimento. Sílabo. Lisboa. Dias, J. C. Q. (2005). Logística Global e Macro Logística. Sílabo. Lisboa. Martin, C. (2005). Logistics and Supply Chain Management: creating value-adding networks. Pearson Education Limited. Harlow. Moura, B. (2006). Logística: Conceitos e Tendências. Centro Atlântico. Famalicão. Murphy, P.; Knemeyer, M. (2018). Contemporary Logistics, Global Edition. (12th edition), Pearson Education Limited, Harlow
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Language |
Portuguese. Tutorial support is available in English.
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