Chapter Outline


Part 1 Review: How firms compete? Part 2 International Logistics and International Logistics System Part 3 Government Interest and involvement in International Logistics
How to be a good logistics student and a future excellent logistics practitioner?
School learning Self learning: Complete your knowledge structure Catch the trend Pursue your interest Observe and think Internship in relevant fields Logistics is a cross disciplinary subject
Chapter 7 Terms of Trade and Payment Chapter 8 Documentation and insurance Chapter 9 Customs and Customs Clearance Chapter 10 International Logistics Intermediaries and Logistics Alliances Chapter 11 Non-trade Logisticshain
infrastructure Human Resource Mgmt Research and Development Procurement
Profit
Inbound Manu-Outbound Marketing Profit Logisticsfacture Logistics After -sales
Content




Chapter 1 Introduction Chapter 2 International Transportation Planning Chapter 3 Maritime Shipping Chapter 4 Air Transportation Chapter 5 International Overland Transportation and Multi-modal Transportation Chapter 6 International Logistics Infrastructure
Part 1
Concept of Logistics2


Logistics is process of planning， implementing and controlling the efficient， effective flow and storage of goods，service， and related information from point-of-origin to point-of-consumption for the purpose of conforming to customer requirements．(CLM, 1992) 以满足客户需求为目的，对产品、服务以及相关信息 从供应地到消费地的高效率、低成本流动和储存而进 行的计划、实施和控制过程
Part 1
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Attendance & Participation:


Students are expected to attend all sessions. Students are expected to participate in class discussions with meaningful comments and/or relevant questions. Please inform the instructor ahead of time when you have to miss class.
Chapter 1 Introduction to International Logistics
Chapter Objectives By the end of this chapter students should be able to: Review the definition of logistics and its impact on enterprises Get to know the background of the internationalization of logistics, its definition and features, and the components of international logistics system Understand the relationship between international logistics and international trade Understand government interest and involvement in International Logistics
Concept of Logistics1


Logistics is process of planning, implementing and controlling the efficient， cost-effective flow and storage of raw materials，in-process inventory，finished goods， and related information from point-of- origin to point-of consumption for the purpose of conforming to customer requirements．(CLM, 1985) 以满足客户需求为目的，对原材料、在制品、产成品 以及相关信息从供应地到消费地的高效率、低成本流 动和储存而进行的计划、实施和控制过程
How firms compete?

Cost: providing low-cost product Quality: providing high-quality product Delivery: providing products quickly Flexibility: providing a wide variety of products Service: how products are delivered and supported (server, Caterpillar)

Course Objectives:
The students will acquire a rough understanding of issues regarding the management and operation of international logistics after taking part in this course, which will help them to be able to take the first step towards being a qualified logistics manager. Prerequisites: Logistics Management, Theories and practices of International Trade Course Outline

All competitive priorities are related with Logistics performance!
Part 1
Indirect channel
Direct channel
Part 1
Time Line for Operations Strategies
Course Features:


International Logistics is a core program for students pursuing a BA in the major of logistics management, aiming at equipping those students with both theories and practices of international logistics. Students will have a comprehensive outlook about the basic knowledge and organization method of international logistics. This course starts with the definition and features of international logistics, and then it introduces the international transportation system, which is the most important one among the many functions included in international logistics system. Other activities than transportation are also discussed.