UNIQUE SERIES AKTU Syllabus
BMBOM01

Supply Chain and Logistics Management

L-T-P3-0-0 Session2025-26 TypeTheory
Appears in 1 semester

MBA General · Sem 3 (Specialization: Operation Management (OM))

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Syllabus

5 units · 40 lecture hours
Unit1

Unit 1

8 hrs

Supply Chain Concepts: Objectives of a Supply Chain, Stages of Supply chain, Value Chain Process, Cycle view of Supply Chain Process, Key issues in SCM, logistics & Supply Chain Drivers and obstacles, Supply chain strategies, strategic fit, Best practices in SCM, Obstacles of streamlined SCM.

Unit2

Unit 2

8 hrs

Logistics :Evolution, Objectives, Components and Functions of Logistics Management, Distribution related Issues and Challenges; Gaining competitive advantage through Logistics Management, Transportation- Functions, Costs, and Mode; Network and Decision, Containerization, Cross docking.

Unit3

Unit 3

8 hrs

Supply Chain Performance: Bullwhip effect and reduction, Performance measurement: Dimension, Tools of performance measurement, SCOR Model. Demand chain management, Global Supply chain- Challenges in establishing Global Supply Chain, Factors that influences designing Global Supply Chain Network.

Unit4

Unit 4

8 hrs

Warehousing: Concept and types, Warehousing strategy, Warehouse facility location & network design, Reverse logistics, Outsourcing- Nature and concept, Strategic decision to Outsourcing, Third party logistics(3PL), Fourth party logistics(4PL).

Unit5

Unit 5

8 hrs
  • Supply Chain and CRM- Linkage, IT infrastructure used for Supply Chain and CRM, Functional components for CRM, Green supply chain management, Supply Chain
  • sustainability.
Course Objectives7 points
  • The objective of this course is to:
  • Develop a comprehensive understanding of fundamental concepts, processes, and strategies involved in logistics and supply chain management.
  • Analyze the role of logistics management in achieving competitive advantage through efficient transportation, warehousing, and distribution systems.
  • Evaluate supply chain performance using appropriate measurement tools and frameworks like the SCOR model.
  • Examine global supply chain strategies, their design considerations, and the challenges of managing international logistics networks.
  • Understand and assess the role of technology, CRM integration, sustainability, and green practices in enhancing supply chain effectiveness.
  • Apply contemporary supply chain strategies and logistics practices to real-world scenarios for designing and optimizing supply chains.
Course Outcomes (COs)6 outcomes

After completion of the course student will be able to:

  1. CO1Define and explain the key concepts, stages, strategies, and processes of supply chain management and logistics. K2: Understanding
  2. CO2Apply the principles of logistics and supply chain strategies to analyze distribution challenges, transportation functions, and warehousing decisions. K3: Applying
  3. CO3Analyze supply chain performance using performance dimensions, SCOR Model, and identify the bullwhip effect and its reduction strategies. K4: Analyzing
  4. CO4Evaluate global supply chain strategies, outsourcing decisions (3PL, 4PL), and reverse logistics in the context of network design and operational challenges. K5: Evaluating
  5. CO5Design and develop integrated supply chain models using CRM linkages, IT infrastructure, green supply chain principles, and sustainable logistics solutions for business growth. K6: Creating
  6. CO6Critically assess best practices and obstacles in supply chain management for continuous process improvement and strategic fit in dynamic business environments. K5: Evaluating

Suggested Readings

  1. Chopra, Sunil, Meindl, Peter and Kalra, D. V.; Supply Chain Management: Strategy, Planning and Operation; Pearson Education
  2. Altekar, Rahul V.; Supply Chain Management: Concepts and Cases; PHI Learning

Reference Books

  1. Ballou, Ronald H.; Supply Chain Management; Pearson Education
  2. Sahay, B.S.; Supply Chain Management; Macmillan
  3. Ballou, R.H. Business Logistics Management. Prentice-Hall Inc.
  4. Bowersox D.J. ,Closs D.J. , Logistical Management, McGraw-Hill,

Official AKTU syllabus

This subject is on page 32, 33 of the original AKTU PDF.

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