AMB303 International Logistics
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| Unit code: | AMB303 |
|---|---|
| Prerequisite(s): | (AMB110 or AMB210) and 96 credit points of completed studies. |
| Equivalent(s): | AMX303 |
| Credit points: | 12 |
| Timetable | Details in HiQ, if available |
| Availabilities |
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Unit Outline: Semester 1 2027, Gardens Point, Internal
| Unit code: | AMB303 |
|---|---|
| Credit points: | 12 |
| Pre-requisite: | (AMB110 or AMB210) and 96 credit points of completed studies |
| Equivalent: | AMX303 |
| Coordinator: | Lars Isaksson | lars.isaksson@qut.edu.au |
Overview
Current and future managers in businesses need to comprehend the role that logistics and supply chain management play in fulfilling the firm's value proposition, in providing goods and services to their customers, and ultimately in enhancing corporate operational and financial performance.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit you will be able to:
- Explain concepts, terminology and functions as related to international logistics activities. [KS 1.2]Relates to: UG Business Capabilities 2027: KS (1.2)
- Determine operational procedures to address logistics challenges. [KS 1.2, HO 2.2]
- Evaluate strategies and formulate recommendations to improve the contribution of logistics and supply chain management to corporate performance. [HO 2.1, 2.2]
- Communicate business analysis and decisions in written forms. [PC 3.1]Relates to: UG Business Capabilities 2027: PC (3.1)
Content
The unit presents the traditional logistics functions and how these functions are performed in a global economy increasingly characterised by extended, coordinated coordinated and digitalised global supply chains. The range of topics include:
- Overview of international logistics and supply chain management
- The supply chain management concept
- Push/pull strategies
- Information management
- Just-in-time strategies
- Strategic alliances
- Order management and customer service
- Materials handling and transportation
- Facilities location
- Warehouse management and distribution strategies
- Inventory management
- Procurement and sourcing
- Coordinated product and supply chain design
- Logistics systems controls
- Reputational capital
- Circular economy
- Generative AI applications in logistics and supply chain management.
QUT Business Capabilities (Undergraduate)
The content and assessment in this unit are aligned to a selection of the following set of QUT Business Capabilities, also known as Assurance of Learning Goals (AoLs). Developing these capabilities will assist you in the achievement of the desired graduate outcomes set at QUT and equip you with the knowledge and skills to succeed in your chosen career.
Knowledge and Technological Skills (KS)
1.1 Demonstrate and apply integrated discipline (including technical) knowledge across the broad field of business with depth in one or more core business disciplines.
1.2 Apply technical and technological skills appropriate and effective for real-world business purposes and contexts.
Higher Order Thinking (HO)
2.1 Investigate real-world business issues and situations through the effective analysis, evaluation, and synthesis of theory and practice.
2.2 Exercise independent judgment and initiative in adapting and applying knowledge and skills for effective planning, problem solving, and decision making in diverse contexts.
Professional Communication (PC)
3.1 Use information literacy skills, and communicate effectively and professionally in written forms and using media appropriate for diverse purposes and contexts.
3.2 Use information literacy skills, and communicate effectively and professionally in oral forms, appropriate for diverse purposes and contexts.
Teamwork and Self (TS)
4.1 Exercise self-reflection, responsibility, and accountability in relation to own learning and professional practice.
4.2 Apply teamwork knowledge and skills for effective collaboration across diverse purposes and contexts.
Social, Ethical, and Global Understanding (SE)
5.1 Demonstrate and apply knowledge of ethical and legal principles and practices in analysing and responding to business issues.
5.2 Demonstrate and apply knowledge of socially responsible behaviour in analysing and addressing business issues in national and international business contexts.
Learning Approaches
This unit provides opportunities to engage with core concepts, theories, functions, and procedures of international logistics and supply chain management, with a focus on real-world applications aligned with assessment tasks. You can access unit materials and additional discussion opportunities through Canvas, which complement your engagement and allow you to fully participate in the unit. The unit is designed to guide and support you in achieving the learning outcomes, offering opportunities to explore key content, apply concepts to practical scenarios, and deepen your understanding of logistics and supply chain management through interactive learning.
Feedback on Learning and Assessment
Students will receive feedback in various forms throughout the semester which may include:
- Informal: worked examples, such as verbal feedback in class, personal consultation
- Formal: in writing, such as checklists (e.g. criteria sheets), written commentary
- Direct: to individual students, either in written form or in consultation
- Indirect: to the whole class
Assessment
Overview
Students may be required to attend campus or an assessment centre for the purposes of assessment, regardless of the attendance mode for the unit.
Unit Grading Scheme
7- point scale
Assessment Tasks
Assessment: Industry Report
The report requires students to research a selected industry and applicable KPIs, explain how the industry operates, and provide an account of how logistics concepts are applied within that industry. No executive summary or recommendations are needed.
The ethical and responsible use of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) tools is authorised in this assessment. See the relevant assessment details in Canvas for specific guidelines.
This assignment is eligible for the 48-hour late submission period and assignment extensions.
Formative or Summative: Formative and Summative
Business Capabilities (AoL goals): KS (1.2), HO (2.1), PC (3.1)
Assessment: International Operations Plan
One case study will be provided to students via Canvas. Students are to analyse a company engaging in international business expansion, describe and calculate the different productivity outcomes from chosen IB-related entry modes, and calculate and reason on the financial results based on the business case in full.
The ethical and responsible use of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) tools is authorised in this assessment. See the relevant assessment details in Canvas for specific guidelines.
This assignment is eligible for the 48-hour late submission period and assignment extensions.
Formative or Summative: Summative
Business Capabilities (AoL goals): KS (1.2), HO (2.2) PC (3.1)
Academic Integrity
Academic integrity is a commitment to undertaking academic work and assessment in a manner that is ethical, fair, honest, respectful and accountable.
The Academic Integrity Policy sets out the range of conduct that can be a failure to maintain the standards of academic integrity. This includes, cheating in exams, plagiarism, self-plagiarism, collusion and contract cheating. It also includes providing fraudulent or altered documentation in support of an academic concession application, for example an assignment extension or a deferred exam.
You are encouraged to make use of QUT’s learning support services, resources and tools to assure the academic integrity of your assessment. This includes the use of text matching software that may be available to assist with self-assessing your academic integrity as part of the assessment submission process.
Breaching QUT’s Academic Integrity Policy or engaging in conduct that may defeat or compromise the purpose of assessment can lead to a finding of student misconduct (Code of Conduct – Student) and result in the imposition of penalties under the Management of Student Misconduct Policy, ranging from a grade reduction to exclusion from QUT.
Resources
Resource Materials
Prescribed text(s)
The unit draws on a range of learning resources, including textbook chapters from Murphy, P. R. and Knemeyer, A. M. (2018). Contemporary Logistics: Global Edition, 12th Edition. Pearson, NJ; in addition to current business media, industry reports, and scholarly journal articles. These materials provide both foundational knowledge and contemporary insights into international logistics and supply chain management, helping to connect theoretical concepts with current industry practices and global trends. See the unit reading list on Canvas for more information.
Other
Risk Assessment Statement
There are no out-of-the-ordinary risks associated with this unit.
Standards/Competencies
This unit is designed to support your development of the following standards\competencies.
QUT Business Capabilities (Undergraduate) 2027
HO (2.1): Critical Analysis
Relates to: ULO3, Industry Report
HO (2.2): Independent Judgement and Decision-Making
Relates to: ULO2, ULO3, International Operations Plan
KS (1.2): Technical and Technological Skills
Relates to: ULO1, ULO2, Industry Report, International Operations Plan
PC (3.1): Professional Communication (Written)
Relates to: ULO4, Industry Report, International Operations Plan
Course Learning Outcomes
This unit is designed to support your development of the following course/study area learning outcomes.BS05 Bachelor of Business
- Apply technical and digital capabilities, including emerging technologies such as AI, and data analytics, to solve real-world business problems and drive innovation and transformation.
Relates to: ULO1, ULO2, Industry Report, International Operations Plan - Investigate complex business issues by critically analysing, evaluating, and synthesising theory and practice to generate evidence-based insights.
Relates to: ULO3, Industry Report - Exercise independent judgment and initiative to adapt and apply knowledge and skills for strategic planning, creative problem-solving, and effective decision-making in diverse, dynamic, and technology-enabled contexts.
Relates to: ULO2, ULO3, International Operations Plan - Communicate effectively and professionally in written forms, demonstrating information literacy and the ability to craft clear, purposeful, and audience-appropriate messages using suitable media and formats across diverse business contexts.
Relates to: ULO4, Industry Report, International Operations Plan
BS06 Bachelor of Business
- Apply technical and technological skills appropriate and effective for real world business purposes and contexts.
Relates to: ULO1, ULO2, Industry Report, International Operations Plan - Investigate real world business issues and situations through the effective analysis, evaluation and synthesis of theory and practice.
Relates to: ULO2, ULO3, Industry Report - Exercise independent judgement and initiative in adapting and applying knowledge and skills for effective planning, problem solving and decision making in diverse contexts.
Relates to: ULO3, International Operations Plan - Use information literacy skills, and communicate effectively and professionally in written forms and using media appropriate for diverse purposes and contexts.
Relates to: ULO4, Industry Report, International Operations Plan
BS08 Bachelor of Business - International
- Apply technical and digital capabilities, including emerging technologies such as AI, and data analytics, to solve real-world business problems and drive innovation and transformation.
Relates to: ULO1, ULO2, Industry Report, International Operations Plan - Investigate complex business issues by critically analysing, evaluating, and synthesising theory and practice to generate evidence-based insights.
Relates to: ULO2, ULO3, Industry Report - Exercise independent judgment and initiative to adapt and apply knowledge and skills for strategic planning, creative problem-solving, and effective decision-making in diverse, dynamic, and technology-enabled contexts.
Relates to: ULO3, International Operations Plan - Communicate effectively and professionally in written forms, demonstrating information literacy and the ability to craft clear, purposeful, and audience-appropriate messages using suitable media and formats across diverse business contexts.
Relates to: ULO4, Industry Report, International Operations Plan
BV99 Bachelor of Business
- Apply technical and digital capabilities, including emerging technologies such as AI and data analytics, to solve real-world business problems and drive innovation and transformation.
Relates to: ULO1, ULO2, Industry Report, International Operations Plan - Investigate complex business issues by critically analysing, evaluating, and synthesising theory and practice to generate evidence-based insights.
Relates to: ULO3, Industry Report - Exercise independent judgment and initiative to adapt and apply knowledge and skills for strategic planning, creative problem-solving, and effective decision-making in diverse, dynamic, and technology-enabled contexts.
Relates to: ULO2, ULO3, International Operations Plan - Communicate effectively and professionally in written forms, demonstrating information literacy and the ability to craft clear, purposeful, and audience-appropriate messages using suitable media and formats across diverse business contexts.
Relates to: ULO4, Industry Report, International Operations Plan
Unit Outline: Semester 1 2027, Online
| Unit code: | AMB303 |
|---|---|
| Credit points: | 12 |
| Pre-requisite: | (AMB110 or AMB210) and 96 credit points of completed studies |
| Equivalent: | AMX303 |
Overview
Current and future managers in businesses need to comprehend the role that logistics and supply chain management play in fulfilling the firm's value proposition, in providing goods and services to their customers, and ultimately in enhancing corporate operational and financial performance.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit you will be able to:
- Explain concepts, terminology and functions as related to international logistics activities. [KS 1.2]Relates to: UG Business Capabilities 2027: KS (1.2)
- Determine operational procedures to address logistics challenges. [KS 1.2, HO 2.2]
- Evaluate strategies and formulate recommendations to improve the contribution of logistics and supply chain management to corporate performance. [HO 2.1, 2.2]
- Communicate business analysis and decisions in written forms. [PC 3.1]Relates to: UG Business Capabilities 2027: PC (3.1)
Content
The unit presents the traditional logistics functions and how these functions are performed in a global economy increasingly characterised by extended, coordinated coordinated and digitalised global supply chains. The range of topics include:
- Overview of international logistics and supply chain management
- The supply chain management concept
- Push/pull strategies
- Information management
- Just-in-time strategies
- Strategic alliances
- Order management and customer service
- Materials handling and transportation
- Facilities location
- Warehouse management and distribution strategies
- Inventory management
- Procurement and sourcing
- Coordinated product and supply chain design
- Logistics systems controls
- Reputational capital
- Circular economy
- Generative AI applications in logistics and supply chain management.
QUT Business Capabilities (Undergraduate)
The content and assessment in this unit are aligned to a selection of the following set of QUT Business Capabilities, also known as Assurance of Learning Goals (AoLs). Developing these capabilities will assist you in the achievement of the desired graduate outcomes set at QUT and equip you with the knowledge and skills to succeed in your chosen career.
Knowledge and Technological Skills (KS)
1.1 Demonstrate and apply integrated discipline (including technical) knowledge across the broad field of business with depth in one or more core business disciplines.
1.2 Apply technical and technological skills appropriate and effective for real-world business purposes and contexts.
Higher Order Thinking (HO)
2.1 Investigate real-world business issues and situations through the effective analysis, evaluation, and synthesis of theory and practice.
2.2 Exercise independent judgment and initiative in adapting and applying knowledge and skills for effective planning, problem solving, and decision making in diverse contexts.
Professional Communication (PC)
3.1 Use information literacy skills, and communicate effectively and professionally in written forms and using media appropriate for diverse purposes and contexts.
3.2 Use information literacy skills, and communicate effectively and professionally in oral forms, appropriate for diverse purposes and contexts.
Teamwork and Self (TS)
4.1 Exercise self-reflection, responsibility, and accountability in relation to own learning and professional practice.
4.2 Apply teamwork knowledge and skills for effective collaboration across diverse purposes and contexts.
Social, Ethical, and Global Understanding (SE)
5.1 Demonstrate and apply knowledge of ethical and legal principles and practices in analysing and responding to business issues.
5.2 Demonstrate and apply knowledge of socially responsible behaviour in analysing and addressing business issues in national and international business contexts.
Learning Approaches
This unit provides opportunities to engage with core concepts, theories, functions, and procedures of international logistics and supply chain management, with a focus on real-world applications aligned with assessment tasks. You can access unit materials and additional discussion opportunities through Canvas, which complement your engagement and allow you to fully participate in the unit. The unit is designed to guide and support you in achieving the learning outcomes, offering opportunities to explore key content, apply concepts to practical scenarios, and deepen your understanding of logistics and supply chain management through interactive learning.
Feedback on Learning and Assessment
Students will receive feedback in various forms throughout the semester which may include:
- Informal: worked examples, such as verbal feedback in class, personal consultation
- Formal: in writing, such as checklists (e.g. criteria sheets), written commentary
- Direct: to individual students, either in written form or in consultation
- Indirect: to the whole class
Assessment
Overview
Students may be required to attend campus or an assessment centre for the purposes of assessment, regardless of the attendance mode for the unit.
Unit Grading Scheme
7- point scale
Assessment Tasks
Assessment: Industry Report
The report requires students to research a selected industry and applicable KPIs, explain how the industry operates, and provide an account of how logistics concepts are applied within that industry. No executive summary or recommendations are needed.
The ethical and responsible use of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) tools is authorised in this assessment. See the relevant assessment details in Canvas for specific guidelines.
This assignment is eligible for the 48-hour late submission period and assignment extensions.
Formative or Summative: Formative and Summative
Business Capabilities (AoL goals): KS (1.2), HO (2.1), PC (3.1)
Assessment: International Operations Plan
One case study will be provided to students via Canvas. Students are to analyse a company engaging in international business expansion, describe and calculate the different productivity outcomes from chosen IB-related entry modes, and calculate and reason on the financial results based on the business case in full.
The ethical and responsible use of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) tools is authorised in this assessment. See the relevant assessment details in Canvas for specific guidelines.
This assignment is eligible for the 48-hour late submission period and assignment extensions.
Formative or Summative: Summative
Business Capabilities (AoL goals): KS (1.2), HO (2.2) PC (3.1)
Academic Integrity
Academic integrity is a commitment to undertaking academic work and assessment in a manner that is ethical, fair, honest, respectful and accountable.
The Academic Integrity Policy sets out the range of conduct that can be a failure to maintain the standards of academic integrity. This includes, cheating in exams, plagiarism, self-plagiarism, collusion and contract cheating. It also includes providing fraudulent or altered documentation in support of an academic concession application, for example an assignment extension or a deferred exam.
You are encouraged to make use of QUT’s learning support services, resources and tools to assure the academic integrity of your assessment. This includes the use of text matching software that may be available to assist with self-assessing your academic integrity as part of the assessment submission process.
Breaching QUT’s Academic Integrity Policy or engaging in conduct that may defeat or compromise the purpose of assessment can lead to a finding of student misconduct (Code of Conduct – Student) and result in the imposition of penalties under the Management of Student Misconduct Policy, ranging from a grade reduction to exclusion from QUT.
Resources
Resource Materials
Prescribed text(s)
The unit draws on a range of learning resources, including textbook chapters from Murphy, P. R. and Knemeyer, A. M. (2018). Contemporary Logistics: Global Edition, 12th Edition. Pearson, NJ; in addition to current business media, industry reports, and scholarly journal articles. These materials provide both foundational knowledge and contemporary insights into international logistics and supply chain management, helping to connect theoretical concepts with current industry practices and global trends. See the unit reading list on Canvas for more information.
Other
Risk Assessment Statement
There are no out-of-the-ordinary risks associated with this unit.
Standards/Competencies
This unit is designed to support your development of the following standards\competencies.
QUT Business Capabilities (Undergraduate) 2027
HO (2.1): Critical Analysis
Relates to: ULO3, Industry Report
HO (2.2): Independent Judgement and Decision-Making
Relates to: ULO2, ULO3, International Operations Plan
KS (1.2): Technical and Technological Skills
Relates to: ULO1, ULO2, Industry Report, International Operations Plan
PC (3.1): Professional Communication (Written)
Relates to: ULO4, Industry Report, International Operations Plan
Course Learning Outcomes
This unit is designed to support your development of the following course/study area learning outcomes.BS05 Bachelor of Business
- Apply technical and digital capabilities, including emerging technologies such as AI, and data analytics, to solve real-world business problems and drive innovation and transformation.
Relates to: ULO1, ULO2, Industry Report, International Operations Plan - Investigate complex business issues by critically analysing, evaluating, and synthesising theory and practice to generate evidence-based insights.
Relates to: ULO3, Industry Report - Exercise independent judgment and initiative to adapt and apply knowledge and skills for strategic planning, creative problem-solving, and effective decision-making in diverse, dynamic, and technology-enabled contexts.
Relates to: ULO2, ULO3, International Operations Plan - Communicate effectively and professionally in written forms, demonstrating information literacy and the ability to craft clear, purposeful, and audience-appropriate messages using suitable media and formats across diverse business contexts.
Relates to: ULO4, Industry Report, International Operations Plan
BS06 Bachelor of Business
- Apply technical and technological skills appropriate and effective for real world business purposes and contexts.
Relates to: ULO1, ULO2, Industry Report, International Operations Plan - Investigate real world business issues and situations through the effective analysis, evaluation and synthesis of theory and practice.
Relates to: ULO2, ULO3, Industry Report - Exercise independent judgement and initiative in adapting and applying knowledge and skills for effective planning, problem solving and decision making in diverse contexts.
Relates to: ULO3, International Operations Plan - Use information literacy skills, and communicate effectively and professionally in written forms and using media appropriate for diverse purposes and contexts.
Relates to: ULO4, Industry Report, International Operations Plan
BS08 Bachelor of Business - International
- Apply technical and digital capabilities, including emerging technologies such as AI, and data analytics, to solve real-world business problems and drive innovation and transformation.
Relates to: ULO1, ULO2, Industry Report, International Operations Plan - Investigate complex business issues by critically analysing, evaluating, and synthesising theory and practice to generate evidence-based insights.
Relates to: ULO2, ULO3, Industry Report - Exercise independent judgment and initiative to adapt and apply knowledge and skills for strategic planning, creative problem-solving, and effective decision-making in diverse, dynamic, and technology-enabled contexts.
Relates to: ULO3, International Operations Plan - Communicate effectively and professionally in written forms, demonstrating information literacy and the ability to craft clear, purposeful, and audience-appropriate messages using suitable media and formats across diverse business contexts.
Relates to: ULO4, Industry Report, International Operations Plan
BV99 Bachelor of Business
- Apply technical and digital capabilities, including emerging technologies such as AI and data analytics, to solve real-world business problems and drive innovation and transformation.
Relates to: ULO1, ULO2, Industry Report, International Operations Plan - Investigate complex business issues by critically analysing, evaluating, and synthesising theory and practice to generate evidence-based insights.
Relates to: ULO3, Industry Report - Exercise independent judgment and initiative to adapt and apply knowledge and skills for strategic planning, creative problem-solving, and effective decision-making in diverse, dynamic, and technology-enabled contexts.
Relates to: ULO2, ULO3, International Operations Plan - Communicate effectively and professionally in written forms, demonstrating information literacy and the ability to craft clear, purposeful, and audience-appropriate messages using suitable media and formats across diverse business contexts.
Relates to: ULO4, Industry Report, International Operations Plan
Unit Outline: Semester 2 2027, Gardens Point, Internal
| Unit code: | AMB303 |
|---|---|
| Credit points: | 12 |
| Pre-requisite: | (AMB110 or AMB210) and 96 credit points of completed studies |
| Equivalent: | AMX303 |
| Coordinator: | Lars Isaksson | lars.isaksson@qut.edu.au |
Overview
Current and future managers in businesses need to comprehend the role that logistics and supply chain management play in fulfilling the firm's value proposition, in providing goods and services to their customers, and ultimately in enhancing corporate operational and financial performance.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit you will be able to:
- Explain concepts, terminology and functions as related to international logistics activities. [KS 1.2]Relates to: UG Business Capabilities 2027: KS (1.2)
- Determine operational procedures to address logistics challenges. [KS 1.2, HO 2.2]
- Evaluate strategies and formulate recommendations to improve the contribution of logistics and supply chain management to corporate performance. [HO 2.1, 2.2]
- Communicate business analysis and decisions in written forms. [PC 3.1]Relates to: UG Business Capabilities 2027: PC (3.1)
Content
The unit presents the traditional logistics functions and how these functions are performed in a global economy increasingly characterised by extended, coordinated coordinated and digitalised global supply chains. The range of topics include:
- Overview of international logistics and supply chain management
- The supply chain management concept
- Push/pull strategies
- Information management
- Just-in-time strategies
- Strategic alliances
- Order management and customer service
- Materials handling and transportation
- Facilities location
- Warehouse management and distribution strategies
- Inventory management
- Procurement and sourcing
- Coordinated product and supply chain design
- Logistics systems controls
- Reputational capital
- Circular economy
- Generative AI applications in logistics and supply chain management.
QUT Business Capabilities (Undergraduate)
The content and assessment in this unit are aligned to a selection of the following set of QUT Business Capabilities, also known as Assurance of Learning Goals (AoLs). Developing these capabilities will assist you in the achievement of the desired graduate outcomes set at QUT and equip you with the knowledge and skills to succeed in your chosen career.
Knowledge and Technological Skills (KS)
1.1 Demonstrate and apply integrated discipline (including technical) knowledge across the broad field of business with depth in one or more core business disciplines.
1.2 Apply technical and technological skills appropriate and effective for real-world business purposes and contexts.
Higher Order Thinking (HO)
2.1 Investigate real-world business issues and situations through the effective analysis, evaluation, and synthesis of theory and practice.
2.2 Exercise independent judgment and initiative in adapting and applying knowledge and skills for effective planning, problem solving, and decision making in diverse contexts.
Professional Communication (PC)
3.1 Use information literacy skills, and communicate effectively and professionally in written forms and using media appropriate for diverse purposes and contexts.
3.2 Use information literacy skills, and communicate effectively and professionally in oral forms, appropriate for diverse purposes and contexts.
Teamwork and Self (TS)
4.1 Exercise self-reflection, responsibility, and accountability in relation to own learning and professional practice.
4.2 Apply teamwork knowledge and skills for effective collaboration across diverse purposes and contexts.
Social, Ethical, and Global Understanding (SE)
5.1 Demonstrate and apply knowledge of ethical and legal principles and practices in analysing and responding to business issues.
5.2 Demonstrate and apply knowledge of socially responsible behaviour in analysing and addressing business issues in national and international business contexts.
Learning Approaches
This unit provides opportunities to engage with core concepts, theories, functions, and procedures of international logistics and supply chain management, with a focus on real-world applications aligned with assessment tasks. You can access unit materials and additional discussion opportunities through Canvas, which complement your engagement and allow you to fully participate in the unit. The unit is designed to guide and support you in achieving the learning outcomes, offering opportunities to explore key content, apply concepts to practical scenarios, and deepen your understanding of logistics and supply chain management through interactive learning.
Feedback on Learning and Assessment
Students will receive feedback in various forms throughout the semester which may include:
- Informal: worked examples, such as verbal feedback in class, personal consultation
- Formal: in writing, such as checklists (e.g. criteria sheets), written commentary
- Direct: to individual students, either in written form or in consultation
- Indirect: to the whole class
Assessment
Overview
Students may be required to attend campus or an assessment centre for the purposes of assessment, regardless of the attendance mode for the unit.
Unit Grading Scheme
7- point scale
Assessment Tasks
Assessment: Industry Report
The report requires students to research a selected industry and applicable KPIs, explain how the industry operates, and provide an account of how logistics concepts are applied within that industry. No executive summary or recommendations are needed.
The ethical and responsible use of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) tools is authorised in this assessment. See the relevant assessment details in Canvas for specific guidelines.
This assignment is eligible for the 48-hour late submission period and assignment extensions.
Formative or Summative: Formative and Summative
Business Capabilities (AoL goals): KS (1.2), HO (2.1), PC (3.1)
Assessment: International Operations Plan
One case study will be provided to students via Canvas. Students are to analyse a company engaging in international business expansion, describe and calculate the different productivity outcomes from chosen IB-related entry modes, and calculate and reason on the financial results based on the business case in full.
The ethical and responsible use of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) tools is authorised in this assessment. See the relevant assessment details in Canvas for specific guidelines.
This assignment is eligible for the 48-hour late submission period and assignment extensions.
Formative or Summative: Summative
Business Capabilities (AoL goals): KS (1.2), HO (2.2) PC (3.1)
Academic Integrity
Academic integrity is a commitment to undertaking academic work and assessment in a manner that is ethical, fair, honest, respectful and accountable.
The Academic Integrity Policy sets out the range of conduct that can be a failure to maintain the standards of academic integrity. This includes, cheating in exams, plagiarism, self-plagiarism, collusion and contract cheating. It also includes providing fraudulent or altered documentation in support of an academic concession application, for example an assignment extension or a deferred exam.
You are encouraged to make use of QUT’s learning support services, resources and tools to assure the academic integrity of your assessment. This includes the use of text matching software that may be available to assist with self-assessing your academic integrity as part of the assessment submission process.
Breaching QUT’s Academic Integrity Policy or engaging in conduct that may defeat or compromise the purpose of assessment can lead to a finding of student misconduct (Code of Conduct – Student) and result in the imposition of penalties under the Management of Student Misconduct Policy, ranging from a grade reduction to exclusion from QUT.
Resources
Resource Materials
Prescribed text(s)
The unit draws on a range of learning resources, including textbook chapters from Murphy, P. R. and Knemeyer, A. M. (2018). Contemporary Logistics: Global Edition, 12th Edition. Pearson, NJ; in addition to current business media, industry reports, and scholarly journal articles. These materials provide both foundational knowledge and contemporary insights into international logistics and supply chain management, helping to connect theoretical concepts with current industry practices and global trends. See the unit reading list on Canvas for more information.
Other
Risk Assessment Statement
There are no out-of-the-ordinary risks associated with this unit.
Standards/Competencies
This unit is designed to support your development of the following standards\competencies.
QUT Business Capabilities (Undergraduate) 2027
HO (2.1): Critical Analysis
Relates to: ULO3, Industry Report
HO (2.2): Independent Judgement and Decision-Making
Relates to: ULO2, ULO3, International Operations Plan
KS (1.2): Technical and Technological Skills
Relates to: ULO1, ULO2, Industry Report, International Operations Plan
PC (3.1): Professional Communication (Written)
Relates to: ULO4, Industry Report, International Operations Plan
Course Learning Outcomes
This unit is designed to support your development of the following course/study area learning outcomes.BS05 Bachelor of Business
- Apply technical and digital capabilities, including emerging technologies such as AI, and data analytics, to solve real-world business problems and drive innovation and transformation.
Relates to: ULO1, ULO2, Industry Report, International Operations Plan - Investigate complex business issues by critically analysing, evaluating, and synthesising theory and practice to generate evidence-based insights.
Relates to: ULO3, Industry Report - Exercise independent judgment and initiative to adapt and apply knowledge and skills for strategic planning, creative problem-solving, and effective decision-making in diverse, dynamic, and technology-enabled contexts.
Relates to: ULO2, ULO3, International Operations Plan - Communicate effectively and professionally in written forms, demonstrating information literacy and the ability to craft clear, purposeful, and audience-appropriate messages using suitable media and formats across diverse business contexts.
Relates to: ULO4, Industry Report, International Operations Plan
BS06 Bachelor of Business
- Apply technical and technological skills appropriate and effective for real world business purposes and contexts.
Relates to: ULO1, ULO2, Industry Report, International Operations Plan - Investigate real world business issues and situations through the effective analysis, evaluation and synthesis of theory and practice.
Relates to: ULO2, ULO3, Industry Report - Exercise independent judgement and initiative in adapting and applying knowledge and skills for effective planning, problem solving and decision making in diverse contexts.
Relates to: ULO3, International Operations Plan - Use information literacy skills, and communicate effectively and professionally in written forms and using media appropriate for diverse purposes and contexts.
Relates to: ULO4, Industry Report, International Operations Plan
BS08 Bachelor of Business - International
- Apply technical and digital capabilities, including emerging technologies such as AI, and data analytics, to solve real-world business problems and drive innovation and transformation.
Relates to: ULO1, ULO2, Industry Report, International Operations Plan - Investigate complex business issues by critically analysing, evaluating, and synthesising theory and practice to generate evidence-based insights.
Relates to: ULO2, ULO3, Industry Report - Exercise independent judgment and initiative to adapt and apply knowledge and skills for strategic planning, creative problem-solving, and effective decision-making in diverse, dynamic, and technology-enabled contexts.
Relates to: ULO3, International Operations Plan - Communicate effectively and professionally in written forms, demonstrating information literacy and the ability to craft clear, purposeful, and audience-appropriate messages using suitable media and formats across diverse business contexts.
Relates to: ULO4, Industry Report, International Operations Plan
BV99 Bachelor of Business
- Apply technical and digital capabilities, including emerging technologies such as AI and data analytics, to solve real-world business problems and drive innovation and transformation.
Relates to: ULO1, ULO2, Industry Report, International Operations Plan - Investigate complex business issues by critically analysing, evaluating, and synthesising theory and practice to generate evidence-based insights.
Relates to: ULO3, Industry Report - Exercise independent judgment and initiative to adapt and apply knowledge and skills for strategic planning, creative problem-solving, and effective decision-making in diverse, dynamic, and technology-enabled contexts.
Relates to: ULO2, ULO3, International Operations Plan - Communicate effectively and professionally in written forms, demonstrating information literacy and the ability to craft clear, purposeful, and audience-appropriate messages using suitable media and formats across diverse business contexts.
Relates to: ULO4, Industry Report, International Operations Plan
Unit Outline: Semester 2 2027, Online
| Unit code: | AMB303 |
|---|---|
| Credit points: | 12 |
| Pre-requisite: | (AMB110 or AMB210) and 96 credit points of completed studies |
| Equivalent: | AMX303 |
Overview
Current and future managers in businesses need to comprehend the role that logistics and supply chain management play in fulfilling the firm's value proposition, in providing goods and services to their customers, and ultimately in enhancing corporate operational and financial performance.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit you will be able to:
- Explain concepts, terminology and functions as related to international logistics activities. [KS 1.2]Relates to: UG Business Capabilities 2027: KS (1.2)
- Determine operational procedures to address logistics challenges. [KS 1.2, HO 2.2]
- Evaluate strategies and formulate recommendations to improve the contribution of logistics and supply chain management to corporate performance. [HO 2.1, 2.2]
- Communicate business analysis and decisions in written forms. [PC 3.1]Relates to: UG Business Capabilities 2027: PC (3.1)
Content
The unit presents the traditional logistics functions and how these functions are performed in a global economy increasingly characterised by extended, coordinated coordinated and digitalised global supply chains. The range of topics include:
- Overview of international logistics and supply chain management
- The supply chain management concept
- Push/pull strategies
- Information management
- Just-in-time strategies
- Strategic alliances
- Order management and customer service
- Materials handling and transportation
- Facilities location
- Warehouse management and distribution strategies
- Inventory management
- Procurement and sourcing
- Coordinated product and supply chain design
- Logistics systems controls
- Reputational capital
- Circular economy
- Generative AI applications in logistics and supply chain management.
QUT Business Capabilities (Undergraduate)
The content and assessment in this unit are aligned to a selection of the following set of QUT Business Capabilities, also known as Assurance of Learning Goals (AoLs). Developing these capabilities will assist you in the achievement of the desired graduate outcomes set at QUT and equip you with the knowledge and skills to succeed in your chosen career.
Knowledge and Technological Skills (KS)
1.1 Demonstrate and apply integrated discipline (including technical) knowledge across the broad field of business with depth in one or more core business disciplines.
1.2 Apply technical and technological skills appropriate and effective for real-world business purposes and contexts.
Higher Order Thinking (HO)
2.1 Investigate real-world business issues and situations through the effective analysis, evaluation, and synthesis of theory and practice.
2.2 Exercise independent judgment and initiative in adapting and applying knowledge and skills for effective planning, problem solving, and decision making in diverse contexts.
Professional Communication (PC)
3.1 Use information literacy skills, and communicate effectively and professionally in written forms and using media appropriate for diverse purposes and contexts.
3.2 Use information literacy skills, and communicate effectively and professionally in oral forms, appropriate for diverse purposes and contexts.
Teamwork and Self (TS)
4.1 Exercise self-reflection, responsibility, and accountability in relation to own learning and professional practice.
4.2 Apply teamwork knowledge and skills for effective collaboration across diverse purposes and contexts.
Social, Ethical, and Global Understanding (SE)
5.1 Demonstrate and apply knowledge of ethical and legal principles and practices in analysing and responding to business issues.
5.2 Demonstrate and apply knowledge of socially responsible behaviour in analysing and addressing business issues in national and international business contexts.
Learning Approaches
This unit provides opportunities to engage with core concepts, theories, functions, and procedures of international logistics and supply chain management, with a focus on real-world applications aligned with assessment tasks. You can access unit materials and additional discussion opportunities through Canvas, which complement your engagement and allow you to fully participate in the unit. The unit is designed to guide and support you in achieving the learning outcomes, offering opportunities to explore key content, apply concepts to practical scenarios, and deepen your understanding of logistics and supply chain management through interactive learning.
Feedback on Learning and Assessment
Students will receive feedback in various forms throughout the semester which may include:
- Informal: worked examples, such as verbal feedback in class, personal consultation
- Formal: in writing, such as checklists (e.g. criteria sheets), written commentary
- Direct: to individual students, either in written form or in consultation
- Indirect: to the whole class
Assessment
Overview
Students may be required to attend campus or an assessment centre for the purposes of assessment, regardless of the attendance mode for the unit.
Unit Grading Scheme
7- point scale
Assessment Tasks
Assessment: Industry Report
The report requires students to research a selected industry and applicable KPIs, explain how the industry operates, and provide an account of how logistics concepts are applied within that industry. No executive summary or recommendations are needed.
The ethical and responsible use of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) tools is authorised in this assessment. See the relevant assessment details in Canvas for specific guidelines.
This assignment is eligible for the 48-hour late submission period and assignment extensions.
Formative or Summative: Formative and Summative
Business Capabilities (AoL goals): KS (1.2), HO (2.1), PC (3.1)
Assessment: International Operations Plan
One case study will be provided to students via Canvas. Students are to analyse a company engaging in international business expansion, describe and calculate the different productivity outcomes from chosen IB-related entry modes, and calculate and reason on the financial results based on the business case in full.
The ethical and responsible use of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) tools is authorised in this assessment. See the relevant assessment details in Canvas for specific guidelines.
This assignment is eligible for the 48-hour late submission period and assignment extensions.
Formative or Summative: Summative
Business Capabilities (AoL goals): KS (1.2), HO (2.2) PC (3.1)
Academic Integrity
Academic integrity is a commitment to undertaking academic work and assessment in a manner that is ethical, fair, honest, respectful and accountable.
The Academic Integrity Policy sets out the range of conduct that can be a failure to maintain the standards of academic integrity. This includes, cheating in exams, plagiarism, self-plagiarism, collusion and contract cheating. It also includes providing fraudulent or altered documentation in support of an academic concession application, for example an assignment extension or a deferred exam.
You are encouraged to make use of QUT’s learning support services, resources and tools to assure the academic integrity of your assessment. This includes the use of text matching software that may be available to assist with self-assessing your academic integrity as part of the assessment submission process.
Breaching QUT’s Academic Integrity Policy or engaging in conduct that may defeat or compromise the purpose of assessment can lead to a finding of student misconduct (Code of Conduct – Student) and result in the imposition of penalties under the Management of Student Misconduct Policy, ranging from a grade reduction to exclusion from QUT.
Resources
Resource Materials
Prescribed text(s)
The unit draws on a range of learning resources, including textbook chapters from Murphy, P. R. and Knemeyer, A. M. (2018). Contemporary Logistics: Global Edition, 12th Edition. Pearson, NJ; in addition to current business media, industry reports, and scholarly journal articles. These materials provide both foundational knowledge and contemporary insights into international logistics and supply chain management, helping to connect theoretical concepts with current industry practices and global trends. See the unit reading list on Canvas for more information.
Other
Risk Assessment Statement
There are no out-of-the-ordinary risks associated with this unit.
Standards/Competencies
This unit is designed to support your development of the following standards\competencies.
QUT Business Capabilities (Undergraduate) 2027
HO (2.1): Critical Analysis
Relates to: ULO3, Industry Report
HO (2.2): Independent Judgement and Decision-Making
Relates to: ULO2, ULO3, International Operations Plan
KS (1.2): Technical and Technological Skills
Relates to: ULO1, ULO2, Industry Report, International Operations Plan
PC (3.1): Professional Communication (Written)
Relates to: ULO4, Industry Report, International Operations Plan
Course Learning Outcomes
This unit is designed to support your development of the following course/study area learning outcomes.BS05 Bachelor of Business
- Apply technical and digital capabilities, including emerging technologies such as AI, and data analytics, to solve real-world business problems and drive innovation and transformation.
Relates to: ULO1, ULO2, Industry Report, International Operations Plan - Investigate complex business issues by critically analysing, evaluating, and synthesising theory and practice to generate evidence-based insights.
Relates to: ULO3, Industry Report - Exercise independent judgment and initiative to adapt and apply knowledge and skills for strategic planning, creative problem-solving, and effective decision-making in diverse, dynamic, and technology-enabled contexts.
Relates to: ULO2, ULO3, International Operations Plan - Communicate effectively and professionally in written forms, demonstrating information literacy and the ability to craft clear, purposeful, and audience-appropriate messages using suitable media and formats across diverse business contexts.
Relates to: ULO4, Industry Report, International Operations Plan
BS06 Bachelor of Business
- Apply technical and technological skills appropriate and effective for real world business purposes and contexts.
Relates to: ULO1, ULO2, Industry Report, International Operations Plan - Investigate real world business issues and situations through the effective analysis, evaluation and synthesis of theory and practice.
Relates to: ULO2, ULO3, Industry Report - Exercise independent judgement and initiative in adapting and applying knowledge and skills for effective planning, problem solving and decision making in diverse contexts.
Relates to: ULO3, International Operations Plan - Use information literacy skills, and communicate effectively and professionally in written forms and using media appropriate for diverse purposes and contexts.
Relates to: ULO4, Industry Report, International Operations Plan
BS08 Bachelor of Business - International
- Apply technical and digital capabilities, including emerging technologies such as AI, and data analytics, to solve real-world business problems and drive innovation and transformation.
Relates to: ULO1, ULO2, Industry Report, International Operations Plan - Investigate complex business issues by critically analysing, evaluating, and synthesising theory and practice to generate evidence-based insights.
Relates to: ULO2, ULO3, Industry Report - Exercise independent judgment and initiative to adapt and apply knowledge and skills for strategic planning, creative problem-solving, and effective decision-making in diverse, dynamic, and technology-enabled contexts.
Relates to: ULO3, International Operations Plan - Communicate effectively and professionally in written forms, demonstrating information literacy and the ability to craft clear, purposeful, and audience-appropriate messages using suitable media and formats across diverse business contexts.
Relates to: ULO4, Industry Report, International Operations Plan
BV99 Bachelor of Business
- Apply technical and digital capabilities, including emerging technologies such as AI and data analytics, to solve real-world business problems and drive innovation and transformation.
Relates to: ULO1, ULO2, Industry Report, International Operations Plan - Investigate complex business issues by critically analysing, evaluating, and synthesising theory and practice to generate evidence-based insights.
Relates to: ULO3, Industry Report - Exercise independent judgment and initiative to adapt and apply knowledge and skills for strategic planning, creative problem-solving, and effective decision-making in diverse, dynamic, and technology-enabled contexts.
Relates to: ULO2, ULO3, International Operations Plan - Communicate effectively and professionally in written forms, demonstrating information literacy and the ability to craft clear, purposeful, and audience-appropriate messages using suitable media and formats across diverse business contexts.
Relates to: ULO4, Industry Report, International Operations Plan