N_LS Logistic Systems

University of Finance and Administration
Winter 2018
Extent and Intensity
2/0/0. 6 credit(s). Type of Completion: zk (examination).
Teacher(s)
JUDr. Josef Novák (seminar tutor)
Guaranteed by
JUDr. Josef Novák
Department of Economics and Management – Departments – University of Finance and Administration
Contact Person: Ing. Markéta Knížková
Timetable of Seminar Groups
N_LS/pRPH: each even Monday 14:00–14:44 S11, each even Monday 14:45–15:30 S11, each even Monday 15:45–16:29 S11, each even Monday 16:30–17:15 S11, J. Novák
N_LS/vRMO: Sat 20. 10. 14:00–15:30 M27, 15:45–17:15 M27, Fri 2. 11. 14:00–15:30 M22, 15:45–17:15 M22, J. Novák
N_LS/vR2PH: Fri 5. 10. 14:00–15:30 S26, 15:45–17:15 S26, Fri 19. 10. 14:00–15:30 S26, 15:45–17:15 S26, J. Novák
Prerequisites
Basic knowledge of economic theories; basic knowledge of corporate management theories; basic knowledge of the customer relation management; skill and abilities of the individual work and study
Course Enrolment Limitations
The course is also offered to the students of the fields other than those the course is directly associated with.
fields of study / plans the course is directly associated with
Course objectives
The XXI. century is obviously connected with a dramatic technological changes, specificaly with appearance of so called Fourth Industrial Revolution (Industry 4.0). The recent development in the informational technologies facilitates further developement of logistic processes and significant acceleration of the logistic operations. The prime aim of the subject is to provide the knowledge of the modern logistics systems and the ways of logistics implementation into the overall corporate strategy, specifically evaluating the logistics as a factor directly influencing the competitiveness and efficiency of the business entity. Methodically, the subject is focused on the problematics of the integrated logistics chains and the specifics of the transport logistics, both most frequent issues in the corporate management practise.
Learning outcomes
In course of study, the students shall obtain and further master a basic theoretical and practical knowledge in the field of logistics, its objectives and position within the economics. Also, they shall learn the role of logistics in mastering a business and enterprise management and its influence on products´ competitiveness. Students shall get acquainted with contemporary logistical technologies that help to identify and solve possible coherent risks and weak points in supply chain management. Applicability of the acquired knowledge and abilities to the professional life shall be amplified through real-life application studies and tutored exercises
Syllabus
  • 1. Introduction into logistics, basic terms explanation. Development, application and subjects of logistics. Scientific attitude toward logistics. 2. Mission and strategy of corporate logistics system, logistic processes and transport logistics, activities related to the tangible and inangible operations. 3. Warehousing and logistic informational systems. 4. Logistics technologies, its selection and application. 5. Logistics in international business, delivery terms, problematice of Incoterms, risk management. 6. Transnational and global logistics, types of transportation, transport infrastructure. 7. Integrated logistic chains – Supply Chain Management. 8. Combined and multimodal transport, problematic of the basic transport documents. 9. Providers of the logistic services, strategy of outsourcing and insourcing, partnering and strategic alliances. 10. Legal framework of the transport logistics – CMR, ADR conventions. 11. Logistics systems of the production proces and its role in innovation and new product development. 12. Implication of the Industry 4.0 trends in logistics, course review.
Literature
    required literature
  • OUDOVÁ, Alena. Logistika – základy logistiky. Vyd.2., Praha: Computer Media. 2016, str. 104, ISBN 978-80-7402
  • JUROVÁ, Marie a kol. Výrobní a logistické procesy v podnikání. 1. vyd. Praha: Grada Publishing, a.s. 2016. 264 s. ISBN 9788024757179
Teaching methods
The subject is delivered in study by seminars of theory, practical examples and theory application
Assessment methods
The subject is completed by exam in the form of individual written test (20 questions). Grading will be based on min. 60% success rate in this test.
Language of instruction
Czech
Further comments (probably available only in Czech)
The course can also be completed outside the examination period.
Information on the extent and intensity of the course: 8 hodin KS/semestr.
The course is also listed under the following terms Winter 2007, Summer 2008, Winter 2008, Summer 2009, Winter 2009, Summer 2010, Winter 2010, Summer 2011, Winter 2011, summer 2012, Winter 2012, Winter 2013, Winter 2014, Winter 2015, Winter 2016, Winter 2017, Winter 2019, Winter 2020, Winter 2021, Winter 2022, Winter 2023, Winter 2024.
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