International Trade and Logistics (English)
Course Details
KTO KARATAY UNIVERSITY
İktisadi, İdari ve Sosyal Bilimler Fakültesi
Programme of International Trade and Logistics (English)
Course Details
İktisadi, İdari ve Sosyal Bilimler Fakültesi
Programme of International Trade and Logistics (English)
Course Details
| Course Code | Course Name | Year | Period | Semester | T+A+L | Credit | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04960001 | Logistics in International Trade | 3 | Spring | 6 | 3+0+0 | 5 | 5 |
| Course Type | Compulsory |
| Course Cycle | Bachelor's (First Cycle) (TQF-HE: Level 6 / QF-EHEA: Level 1 / EQF-LLL: Level 6) |
| Course Language | English |
| Methods and Techniques | - |
| Mode of Delivery | Face to Face |
| Prerequisites | - |
| Coordinator | - |
| Instructor(s) | Prof. Murat CANITEZ |
| Instructor Assistant(s) | - |
Course Instructor(s)
| Name and Surname | Room | E-Mail Address | Internal | Meeting Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prof. Murat CANITEZ | C-111 | [email protected] | 7232 | Tuesday |
Course Content
The course covers global supply chain management, international transportation modes (sea, air, road and rail), logistics service providers and third party logistics (3PL), customs procedures and regulations, logistics information systems and technologies, warehousing and inventory management, risk management in international logistics, green logistics and sustainability, quality management and performance measurement in logistics, logistics cost analysis and control. Students gain the ability to effectively manage logistics operations required by international trade.
Objectives of the Course
The aim of this course is to teach students the basic concepts, theories and practices of international logistics management. Students will gain knowledge and skills on topics such as global supply chain management, international transportation, customs procedures, logistics planning and strategies. In addition, it is aimed to provide students with the competence to effectively manage logistics operations required by international trade.
Contribution of the Course to Field Teaching
| Basic Vocational Courses | X |
| Specialization / Field Courses | |
| Support Courses | |
| Transferable Skills Courses | |
| Humanities, Communication and Management Skills Courses |
Relationships between Course Learning Outcomes and Program Outcomes
| Relationship Levels | ||||
| Lowest | Low | Medium | High | Highest |
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
| # | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|
| P14 | To be able to have strategic management skills to make suggestions on issues such as goals, objectives, mission, vision, target market, positioning, business portfolio design, market and marketing performance measurement related to the organization and to make medium and long-term plans related to these suggestions. | 1 |
| P13 | Being aware of the global and local economic, social, legal and environmental consequences of field practices and the responsibilities that these consequences impose on oneself and other actors in the field. | 5 |
| P12 | To be able to act with moral values and professional responsibility. | 1 |
| P11 | To be able to provide the necessary technical and social communication in Turkish and English with individual and institutional actors involved in international trade and logistics processes. | 1 |
| P10 | To follow the developments in the field of international trade and logistics in Turkish and English. | 1 |
| P9 | To be able to have the competence to conduct market and marketing research. | 1 |
| P8 | To be able to access different information sources and make quantitative and qualitative analyzes by using software related to the field of international trade and logistics. | 1 |
| P7 | To be able to follow the theoretical and practical developments in issues related to International Trade and Logistics and to update their knowledge and skills in these matters. | 1 |
| P6 | To be able to plan and manage individual studies related to International Trade and Logistics and to take responsibility in group studies. | 5 |
| P5 | Ability to work in coordination with different disciplines and cultures. | 1 |
| P4 | Monitor and evaluate the micro and macro actors involved in International Trade and Logistics processes, their activities, and their relationships and interactions with each other and with actors in other systems. | 1 |
| P3 | To be able to make evaluations and express opinions on economic, administrative, financial and commercial issues. | 5 |
| P2 | To be able to conduct scientific research in the field of International Trade and Logistics, including problem identification, data collection, analysis and reporting processes, and to be able to transfer the findings in written and oral form. | 1 |
| P1 | To have current, theoretical and practical knowledge about International Trade and Logistics and to be able to use them in academic and professional contexts. | 5 |
Course Learning Outcomes
| Upon the successful completion of this course, students will be able to: | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| No | Learning Outcomes | Outcome Relationship | Measurement Method ** |
| O1 | Assess the impact of customs procedures and regulations on international logistics operations. | P.13.2 | 1 |
| O2 | Utilize logistics planning tools to manage the storage, handling, and transportation of goods in international trade. | P.6.4 | 1 |
| O3 | Prepare a comprehensive pricing scale integrating modes of transportation and modes of delivery for a sample international trade scenario. | P.3.7 | 1 |
| O4 | Know and manage import and export logistics details. | P.1.3 | 1 |
| O5 | Identify the key components and functions of logistics in international trade. | P.1.9 | 1 |
| O6 | Explain the various transportation modes and their suitability for different types of international shipments. | P.1.10 | 1 |
| ** Written Exam: 1, Oral Exam: 2, Homework: 3, Lab./Exam: 4, Seminar/Presentation: 5, Term Paper: 6, Application: 7 | |||
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
| Week | Topics |
|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to International Trade Logistics |
| 2 | International Transportation Modes |
| 3 | Freight Forwarding and Documentation |
| 4 | Warehousing and Inventory Management |
| 5 | Customs Clearance Procedures |
| 6 | Incoterms and Trade Agreements |
| 7 | Incoterms and Trade Agreements |
| 8 | Risk Management in International Logistics |
| 9 | Risk Management in International Logistics |
| 10 | Case Studies in International Logistics |
| 11 | Case Studies in International Logistics |
| 12 | Case Studies in International Logistics |
| 13 | Customs Brokerage Profession and International Logistics Activities and Functions of Customs Brokers |
| 14 | Insurances in international logistics, their contents and related applications |
Textbook or Material
| Resources | Coyle, J. J., Novack, R. A., & Gibson, B. (2016). Transportation: A Supply Chain Perspective. Cengage Learning. |
Evaluation Method and Passing Criteria
| In-Term Studies | Quantity | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Attendance | - | - |
| Laboratory | - | - |
| Practice | - | - |
| Field Study | - | - |
| Course Specific Internship (If Any) | - | - |
| Homework | - | - |
| Presentation | - | - |
| Projects | - | - |
| Seminar | - | - |
| Quiz | - | - |
| Listening | - | - |
| Midterms | 1 | 40 (%) |
| Final Exam | 1 | 60 (%) |
| Total | 100 (%) | |
ECTS / Working Load Table
| Quantity | Duration | Total Work Load | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Week Number and Time | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Out-of-Class Study Time (Pre-study, Library, Reinforcement) | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Midterms | 1 | 30 | 30 |
| Quiz | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Homework | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Practice | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Laboratory | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Project | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Workshop | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Presentation/Seminar Preparation | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fieldwork | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 35 | 35 |
| Other | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Work Load: | 149 | ||
| Total Work Load / 30 | 4,97 | ||
| Course ECTS Credits: | 5 | ||
Course - Learning Outcomes Matrix
| Relationship Levels | ||||
| Lowest | Low | Medium | High | Highest |
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
| # | Learning Outcomes | P1 | P3 | P6 | P13 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| O1 | Know and manage import and export logistics details. | 5 | - | - | - |
| O2 | Identify the key components and functions of logistics in international trade. | 5 | - | - | - |
| O3 | Explain the various transportation modes and their suitability for different types of international shipments. | 5 | - | - | - |
| O4 | Prepare a comprehensive pricing scale integrating modes of transportation and modes of delivery for a sample international trade scenario. | - | 5 | - | - |
| O5 | Utilize logistics planning tools to manage the storage, handling, and transportation of goods in international trade. | - | - | 5 | - |
| O6 | Assess the impact of customs procedures and regulations on international logistics operations. | - | - | - | 5 |