Texila American University

Logistics management is a critical company function. Professionals in this field play a key role in fulfilling customer demands, ordering and managing inventory, controlling inbound and outbound shipments, reducing costs, saving time, and meeting company objectives. This course focuses on logistics skills and business knowledge that is important for the Logistics Management industry. With the business world stretching into the global marketplace, employers are actively seeking professionals with a mix of supply chain and logistics knowledge. This course will help to develop strategies, understand transportation economics, lead effectively and develop and execute key decisions that will be able to contribute logistics expertise to ensure business success.

Every company uses logistics even though full-time logistics managers may not be employed. The work of a logistician begins with bringing in the supplies and raw materials necessary for a business or organization to operate. Inbound logistics are then used in conjunction with outbound logistics to distribute products or services where they are in demand. Logistics managers make sure that goods and services get into the hands of consumers. The logistics industry is an important driver of economic growth and development. All types of businesses, big and small, need logistics managers to help with inventory and accounts receivable. A small business may have one person in charge of these duties, while large corporations have entire logistics and supply chain departments.

Inventory management is a key responsibility, since warehouses do not sell the goods they handle, only storing them or providing logistical services. Warehouses take responsibility for storage and security of another company’s goods. This course provides a clear understanding of the assets, operations, processes and management strategies involved in creating efficient warehouse and inventory functions as part of a global supply chain.

This course focuses on management and improvement of Supply Chain processes and performance. It will be valuable for students who would like to pursue a career in consulting or seeking position in Operations, Marketing or Finance functions in a Manufacturing or Distribution firm. It also focuses on important Supply chain metrics, primary tradeoffs in making Supply Chain decisions, Basic tools for effective and efficient Supply chain management, Production Planning and Inventory control, Order fulfillment and Supply Chain Co ordination. Advanced topics such as Supply Chain Strategy, Logistics, Outsourcing, Supply chain Co-ordination / innovations are also included.

The Transportation and Warehousing sector includes industries providing transportation of passengers and cargo, warehousing and storage for goods, scenic and sightseeing transportation, and support activities related to modes of transportation. Establishments in these industries use transportation equipment or transportation related facilities as a productive asset. The type of equipment depends on the mode of transportation