BUSML 3380 Logistics Management
FISHER COLLEGE OF BUSINESS
DEPARTMENT OF MARKETING AND LOGISTICS
COURSE SYLLABUS
Semester/Term:
Summer 2015
Course Title:
BUS M&L 3380, Logistics Management
Course Location/
Time:
Mon/Wed/Fri – Schoenbaum Rm #105, 8am-8:55am
Catalog
Description:
Instructor:
Prerequisites: Econ 2001.01 (200), or equiv. Not open to students with credit for 780.
Concepts and methods used to plan and manage logistics activities in a business
environment. Understanding of the components of logistics management and tradeoffs
required to manage the integrated flow of goods through the supply chain.
David Widdifield, DM
Fisher Hall, Room #510
(614) 292-2757 (office)
Email: widdifield.2@osu.edu
Class Website: https://carmen.osu.edu
Office Hours:
Office Hours: Wednesday 9am to 12pm
Required Text:
Contemporary Logistics Management, 11th Edition, Murphy and Knemeyer, (Prentice
Hall, 2015); ISBN 13 9780132953467, Retail $148.70 - $228.80 (OSU Bookstore;
www.ohiostate.bkstore.com), $186.35 (Amazon; www.amazon.com)
Course Lecture
Materials:
Course
Objective:
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Course lecture materials will include PowerPoint slides, industry journal articles, and
text questions. Class materials will be made available on Carmen for downloading prior
to class.
To provide an understanding of the key logistics concepts and the issues affecting the
movement and storage of goods. Particular emphasis will be placed on providing a
broad and general exposure to business logistics. This will include the development of a
basic understanding of the concepts and techniques important to analyzing business
logistics problems. The course will also examine how the various logistics activities are
related to each other and other functional areas within a business. Finally, the course
strives to develop management and control techniques/skills that are critical in the area
of logistics.
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Course
Format:
Class Point Total:
This course will be conducted using a combination of class lecture, and text quizzes.
The lecture will cover the assigned text chapter, including a comparison of text material
to current trends in the industry. This class consists of 7 weeks, meetings 3 times per
week. Attendance and having read the assigned text readings and accompanying slide
decks are crucial to success on the quizzes as well as the final exam. Based on this,
attendance is mandatory for all students. While this is a large class section, students are
encouraged to actively participate in our class discussions as this assists in the material
comprehension and retention process.
Grades will be based upon performance on the following:
Assignment
Class Guest Speaker Attendance
Final Exam
Learning Quizzes¹
TOTAL
Points
70
150
80
300
Percentage
23%
50%
27%
100%
¹Learning quizzes are used in lieu of a midterm exam for this course due to 7 week format.
Assignment
Details:
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1.
Class Guest Speaker Attendance. During the course, we will have the opportunity to
host 3 senior level supply chain managers from leading companies in the Columbus
area. They will provide critical insights to the importance of logistics from a
corporate perspective as well as current or emerging industry trends in business,
employment, and technology. The objective of these events is to provide the
student with a practitioner’s perspective of logistics within her/his business,
customers, and market. Attendance is mandatory for all students as these events
provide timely and unique information about how logistics impacts consumers, the
economy, and industry. Due to this, there is no make-up assignment for students
missing a guest speaker. On days we host a guest speaker, students will sign-in for
attendance points via Carmen dropbox at the beginning of the class. The Carmen
dropbox window will be opened at the beginning of the class remain open for 15
minutes to post individual attendance sheet, no late attendance submissions will
be accepted after the close of the window. Guest speaker attendance will account
for 70 points towards your final grade.
2.
Final Exam. A final comprehensive exam will be given during the course consisting
of 50 multiple choice questions drawn from the text readings covered in the
course. Questions will contain text material which may or may not have been
discussed in our class meetings but are important to understanding logistics/supply
chain operations. To assist in exam preparation, I will distribute a pre-exam
review/study guide sheet to the class one week prior to the final exam date (8/3);
this sheet will be posted to Carmen for downloading. To focus and prepare for the
exam, students will have a final exam reading day on 7/31, there will be no formal
class held. Any student failing to take the final exam on the scheduled date will not
be able to make-up the exam except for extraordinary situations. Student minor
illnesses, schedule conflicts, tardiness, unscheduled vacations do not constitute
extraordinary situations to be considered for final exam make-up.
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Final Exam (cont’d) If you feel there is a need to take the final exam early or
immediately following the scheduled date, please notify me via email by 7/17 @
4pm. On the final exam session students will receive the final exam and
accompanying Scantron sheet to complete for the final exam. All exams and
accompanying Scantron sheets will need to be returned to the instructors at the
conclusion of the final exam or class period. Any Scantron sheet submitted without
a student exam will automatically receive a grade of “0”. The final exam will
account for 150 points towards your final grade.
3.
Learning Quizzes. During the semester students will take 4 short online quizzes on
the selected logistics topic/text consisting of 10 multiple choice questions from our
assigned chapters. These quizzes are to be completed without notes, slides, or the
textbook. Quizzes will be available for students to complete online on the Carmen
website by 8am of their assigned date. Students will have until 11pm to complete
and submit their quiz; at the expiration of the quiz activation period, quizzes will
not be eligible to be submitted for credit. Students will have 15 minutes to
complete and submit the quiz in Carmen. Following your quiz submission, you will
receive your overall grade on the quiz as well as feedback on questions answered
correctly or incorrectly. Students failing to take the quiz during the assigned day and
timeframe (8am to 11pm) will automatically receive a grade of “0”. Students unable
to take a topic/text quiz on the scheduled date/time will not be able to make-up the
quiz unless approved by the instructor at least 24 hours prior to the quiz date or in
the event of extraordinary situations. Student minor illnesses, schedule conflicts,
tardiness, unscheduled vacations do not constitute extraordinary situations to be
considered for making up the quiz. If you feel there is a need to take a learning quiz
early or on the next class session, please notify me via email by 24 hours prior to
the quiz date. Quizzes will count for 80 points toward your final grade.
General
Classroom
Instructions:
You are expected to approach this course with the same level of professionalism you
would be required exhibit in the workforce. To ensure success in the classroom for our
guest speakers, instructors, and students, there are 3 general classroom instructions we
must all follow;
1.
Class Arrival Procedure – it is important that you arrive at least 5 minutes prior
to the start of class to allow time needed to get seated and prepare for the
session, this is especially important on the days we host a guest speaker or
administer an exam. When hosting a guest speaker, all electronic devices (cell
phones, laptops PCs, net/notebook PCs, etc.) will need to be turned off during
the class period.
2. In climate Weather – In the event we experience severe weather, the university
will announce class delays or cancellations on the local news channels as well
as through Buckeye Alert Text Messaging System.
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3.
Grading
Scale:
Required Lecture Materials – ensure that you have a copy of the lecture
presentation slides printed from our Carmen site and the required textbook
with you for each class session.
The grading scale is guaranteed. You will receive no less than the letter grade
listed within the appropriate class point total ranges.
Grade
A
AB+
B
BC+
C
CD+
D
E
Academic
Integrity:
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Numeric Range
279-300 points
270-278 points
261-269 points
246-260 points
237-245 points
228-236 points
219-227 points
210-218 points
204-209 points
180-203 points
0-179 points
Quality Points
4.0
3.7
3.3
3.0
2.7
2.3
2.0
1.7
1.3
1.0
0
Source:
http://fisher.osu.edu/supplements/10/7467/Fisher%20Student%20Handbook.pdf
All tests, written exercises, and papers are to be your own work. Academic
integrity is essential to maintaining an environment that fosters excellence in
teaching, research, and other educational and scholarly activities. Thus, the Ohio
State University and the Committee on Academic Misconduct (COAM) expect that
all students have read and understand the University’s Code of Student Conduct,
and that all students will complete all academic and scholarly assignments with
fairness and honesty. Students must recognize that failure to follow the rules and
guidelines established in the University’s Code of Student Conduct and this
syllabus may constitute “Academic Misconduct.” The Ohio State University’s Code
of Student Conduct (Section 3335-23-04) defines academic misconduct as: “Any
activity that tends to compromise the academic integrity of the University, or
subvert the educational process.” Examples of academic misconduct include (but
are not limited to) plagiarism, collusion (unauthorized collaboration), copying the
work of another student, and possession of unauthorized materials during an
examination. Ignorance of the University’s Code of Student Conduct is never
considered an “excuse” for academic misconduct, so I recommend that you review
the Code of Student Conduct and, specifically, the sections dealing with academic
misconduct.
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If I suspect that a student has committed academic misconduct in this course, I am
obligated by University Rules to report my suspicions to the Committee on Academic
Misconduct. If COAM determines that you have violated the University’s Code of
Student Conduct (i.e., committed academic misconduct), the sanctions for the
misconduct could include a failing grade in this course and suspension or dismissal from
the University. If you have any questions about the above policy or what constitutes
academic misconduct in this course, please contact me. Other sources of information on
academic misconduct (integrity) to which you can refer include:
 The Committee on Academic Misconduct web pages
(http://oaa.osu.edu/coam.html)
 Ten Suggestions for Preserving Academic Integrity
(http://oaa.osu.edu/coamtensuggestions.html)
 Eight Cardinal Rules of Academic Integrity
(http://www.northwestern.edu/provost/students/integrity/rules.html)
Americans with
Disabilities
Act (ADA):
Course
Disclaimer:
Recordings:
If you have a disability, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA),
which requires classroom accommodation or auxiliary aids, please inform me of
your needs during the first week of class so that I can take appropriate action.
The schedule, policies, and assignments contained in this course syllabus or on the course
website are subject to change in the event of extenuating circumstances, class progress,
or by mutual agreement between the instructor and the students.
Personal recording of the lecture or guest presentation is not authorized without the
speaker’s approval. If you do need to electronically record any portion of the class
discussion or presentation you will need to obtain the speaker’s authorization 24 hours
prior to the use of recording device.
Use of Electronic
Devices:
The use of laptops, tablet PC, or other similar device is acceptable during class discussions
as long as they are not a distraction to you, your classmates, or the speaker. If the use of
these devices during class periods creates a disorderly or distracted environment taking
away from the course content, goals, or information (see OSU Code of Student Conduct,
§ 3335-23-04 Prohibited Conduct Policy, http://trustees.osu.edu/rules/code-of-studentconduct/3335-23-04.html), their use will be immediately discontinued in the classroom.
Extra Credit:
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During the term, you will have the opportunity to earn 5 extra credit points and expand
your industry knowledge. To earn these points, you will need to subscribe to 1 of the
trade journals listed on page 8 of this syllabus. Visit the webpages of select journals you
are interested and then email me your subscription confirmation message from the
journal you have chosen. When sending the confirmation email messages, be sure to
enter in the subject line “ML 3380 Extra Credit Subscription”. All extra credit is due by
7/20 @ 9am no exceptions.
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Class Schedule:
Note: I may revise this schedule based on my work schedule, to accommodate class progress, provide a more indepth focus, or to take advantage of guest speakers should the opportunity arise. We will attempt to stay as close
to the below schedule as possible, quiz/final exam dates will not be altered.
Week
Date
Day
Topic
Text
Course Overview and
Expectations
Class Introductions
1
6/15/15
Mon
1
6/17/15
Wed
1
6/19/15
Fri
Overview of Logistics
On-line Quiz #1
No Formal Class
Meeting
2
6/22/15
Mon
Supply Chain
Management (pt. 1)
2
6/24/15
Wed
Supply Chain
Management (pt. 2)
2
6/26/15
Fri
Guest Speaker 1 (TBA)
3
6/29/15
Mon
Procurement (pt1)
3
7/1/15
Wed
3
7/2/15
Fri
Wed
Procurement (pt2)
On-line Quiz #2
No Formal Class
Meeting
Demand Management,
Order Management
and Customer Service
(pt. 1)
Demand Management,
Order Management
and Customer Service
(pt. 2)
Fri
On-line Quiz #3
No Formal Class
4
4
4
7/6/15
7/8/15
7/10/15
Mon
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Chapter
Materials and Notes
None
Murphy and Wood, (2011)
“Contemporary Logistics”
ISBN 978-0-13-611077-4
Murphy and Wood, (2011)
“Contemporary Logistics”
ISBN 978-0-13-611077-4
Murphy and Wood, (2011)
“Contemporary Logistics”
ISBN 978-0-13-611077-4
Murphy and Wood, (2011)
“Contemporary Logistics”
ISBN 978-0-13-611077-4
Murphy and Wood, (2011)
“Contemporary Logistics”
ISBN 978-0-13-611077-4
Murphy and Wood, (2011)
“Contemporary Logistics”
ISBN 978-0-13-611077-4
Murphy and Wood, (2011)
“Contemporary Logistics”
ISBN 978-0-13-611077-4
Murphy and Wood, (2011)
“Contemporary Logistics”
ISBN 978-0-13-611077-4
None
Murphy and Wood, (2011)
“Contemporary Logistics”
ISBN 978-0-13-611077-4
7
Carmen: Slide Deck and
Accompanying articles
Murphy and Wood, (2011)
“Contemporary Logistics”
ISBN 978-0-13-611077-4
7
Carmen: Slide Deck and
Accompanying articles
Murphy and Wood, (2011)
“Contemporary Logistics”
ISBN 978-0-13-611077-4
None
Quiz will cover chapter 7
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None
Carmen: Course Syllabus
1
Carmen: Slide Deck and
Accompanying articles
None
Quiz will cover chapter 1
5
Carmen: Slide Deck and
Accompanying articles
5
Carmen: Slide Deck and
Accompanying articles
None
None
6
Carmen: Slide Deck and
Accompanying articles
6
Carmen: Slide Deck and
Accompanying articles
Quiz will cover chapters 5 &6
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Week
5
Date
7/13/15
Day
Mon
Topic
Inventory
Management
(pt.1)
Inventory
Management
(pt.2)
5
7/15/15
Wed
5
7/18/14
Fri
6
6
6
7
7
7/20/15
7/22/15
7/25/14
7/27/15
7/29/15
Wed
Guest Speaker
2 (TBA)
DC/Whse/Plant
Location &
Warehouse
Management
(pt. 1)
All Extra Credit
Due
DC/Whse/Plant
Location &
Warehouse
Management
(pt. 2)
Final Exam
Review Sheet
Posted to
Carmen
Fri
On-line Quiz
#4
No Formal
Class Meeting
Mon
Transportation
& International
Logistics (pt.1)
Wed
Transportation
& International
Logistics (pt.2)
Mon
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Text
Chapter
Materials and Notes
Murphy and
Wood, (2011)
“Contemporary
Logistics”
ISBN 978-0-13611077-4
Murphy and
Wood, (2011)
“Contemporary
Logistics”
ISBN 978-0-13611077-4
Murphy and
Wood, (2011)
“Contemporary
Logistics”
ISBN 978-0-13611077-4
None
None
Murphy and
Wood, (2011)
“Contemporary
Logistics”
ISBN 978-0-13611077-4
9 & 10
Carmen: Slide Deck and Accompanying articles
9 & 10
Carmen: Slide Deck and Accompanying articles
None
Quiz will cover chapters 9 & 10
Murphy and
Wood, (2011)
“Contemporary
Logistics”
ISBN 978-0-13611077-4
Murphy and
Wood, (2011)
“Contemporary
Logistics”
ISBN 978-0-13611077-4
Murphy and
Wood, (2011)
“Contemporary
Logistics”
ISBN 978-0-13611077-4
Murphy and
Wood, (2011)
“Contemporary
Logistics”
ISBN 978-0-13611077-4
8
Carmen: Slide Deck and Accompanying articles
8
Carmen: Slide Deck and Accompanying articles
12 & 14
Carmen: Slide Deck and Accompanying articles
Final Review Sheet posted to Carmen
12 & 14
Carmen: Slide Deck and Accompanying articles
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Finals
7/31/15
8/3/15
Fri
Final Exam
Reading Day:
No Formal
Class Meeting
Mon
Final Exam
SB 105 8:00am
to 9:45am
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Murphy and
Wood, (2011)
“Contemporary
Logistics”
ISBN 978-0-13611077-4
Murphy and
Wood, (2011)
“Contemporary
Logistics”
ISBN 978-0-13611077-4
None
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All
None
Per OSU Registrar’s Office Summer 2015 Final Exam Schedule;
http://registrar.osu.edu/scheduling/SchedulingContent/SU15Finals.pdf
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Industry Journal Websites for Logistics & Supply Chain Management Interest
Source
Type
Website
American Shipper
Trade Journal
http://www.americanshipper.com/asdaily
Chain Store Age
Trade Journal
http://www.chainstoreage.com
DC Velocity
Trade Journal
http://www.dcvelocity.com
eMarketer
Trade Journal
http://www.emarketer.com
Inbound Logistics
Trade Journal
www.inboundlogistics.com
Industry Week
Trade Journal
http://industryweek.com
Internet Retailer
Trade Journal
http://www.internetretailer.com/home
Logistics Management
Trade Journal
http://www.logisticsmgmt.com
Material Handling and Logistics
Trade Journal
http://mhlnews.com
NRF SmartBrief
&
Shop.org SmartBrief
Retailing Today
Trade Journal
https://www2.smartbrief.com/signupSyste
m/subscribe.action?pageSequence=1&brief
Name=nrf
http://www.retailingtoday.com
Supply Chain Brain
Trade Journal
Supply Chain Management Review
Trade Journal
http://www.supplychainbrain.com/content
/index.php
http://www.scmr.com
Supply Chain Digest
Trade Journal
http://www.scdigest.com/index.php
Supply & Demand Chain Executive
Trade Journal
http://www.sdcexec.com
Transport Topics
Trade Journal
www.transporttopics.com
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Trade Journal
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