Unit Outline
KXO325
Business Logistics
Shanghai Semester 2, 2024
Israel Fianyi
School of Information and Communication Technology
College of Sciences and Engineering
CRICOS Provider Code: 00586B

Unit Coordinator
Israel Fianyi
Email: israel.fianyi@utas.edu.au
 

What is the Unit About?
Unit Description
The unit teaches contemporary business logistics concepts by exploring the intersection of supply chains, logistics and information technology. At the start, students are introduced to fundamental logistical functions including transportation, warehousing and inventory management. Building on this understanding, students are then introduced to advanced topics in integration, traceability, standards and compliance. The teaching combines both theory and practice with examples from both China and overseas used in class to support learning outcomes. There is an emphasis on group work to encourage students to develop their group problem solving and communication skills. By the end of the unit, students will know and be able to apply the fundamental principles of business logistics to practical case studies in everyday business.
Intended Learning Outcomes
As per the Assessment and Results Policy 1.3, your results will reflect your achievement against specified learning outcomes.
On completion of this unit, you will be able to:
1.
Explain current trends and methodologies of business logistics
2.
Recommend actions based upon logistics and supply chain information
3.
Use business logistics theory to solve problems in business scenarios
4.
Communicate effectively at a professional level and be an effective team member of a group to solve problems
Requisites
REQUISITE TYPE
REQUISITES
Pre-requisite
25 credit points of KXO units as intermediate level
Alterations as a result of student feedback
 
 
 

Teaching arrangements
ATTENDANCE MODE
TEACHING TYPE
LEARNING ACTIVITY
CONTACT HOURS
FREQUENCY
On Campus
Lecture (On Campus)
A structured real-time (i.e.
synchronous) activity that
involves a mix of presentation
of new information/ideas/skills
and guided activities related to
that information/ideas/skills. All
students are expected to
attend.
2
Weekly
Tutorial
A structured real-time (i.e.
synchronous) activity in a
small-group setting where the
primary purpose is the
clarification, exploration or
reinforcement of subject
content presented or accessed
at another time or place (e.g.
lecture, preparatory work). It is
reliant on student-teacher and
student-student interaction and
dialogue for achievement of its
learning outcomes. The
students enrolled in the tutorial
are expected to attend.
1
Weekly
Attendance / engagement expectations
If your unit is offered On campus, it is expected that you will attend all on-campus and onsite learning activities. This is to support your own learning and the development of a learning community within the unit. If you are unable to attend regularly, please discuss the situation with your course coordinator and/or our UConnect support team.

If your unit is offered Online or includes online activities, it is expected you will engage in all those activities as indicated in the Unit Outline or MyLO, including any self-directed learning.

If you miss a learning activity for a legitimate reason (e.g., illness, carer responsibilities) teaching staff will attempt to provide alternative activities (e.g., make up readings) where it is possible.
 
 
 
 

How will I be Assessed?
 
For more detailed assessment information please see MyLO.
Assessment schedule
ASSESSMENT TASK #
ASSESSMENT TASK NAME
DATE DUE
WEIGHT
LINKS TO INTENDED LEARNING OUTCOMES
Assessment Task 1:
Small business logistics
Week 9
20 %
LO1, LO2, LO4
Assessment Task 2:
International business logistics
Week 13
20 %
LO1, LO2, LO4
Assessment Task 3:
Tutorial Presentations
Refer to Assessment Description
20 %
LO1, LO4
Assessment Task 4:
Exams-Invigilated
Exam Period
40 %
LO1, LO2, LO3
 
Assessment details
Assessment Task 1: Small business logistics
Task Description:
You are to gain an understanding of the logistics activities of a business in your local Shanghai area through industry engagement.

This assignment aims to provide you with an opportunity to undertake a critical assessment of local small business logistical activities and suggest strategies for improvement.
Task Length:
3000 words
Due Date:
Week 9
Weight:
20 %
 
CRITERION #
CRITERION
MEASURES INTENDED
LEARNING OUTCOME(S)
1
Relevant business logistics issues have been identified
LO1
2
Recommendations have been made that could improve logistics for the client
LO2
3
Format of the report meets current business standards
LO4
 
Assessment Task 2: International business logistics
Task Description:
You are to gain an understanding of the logistics activities of a business in China through industry engagement. This assignment aims to provide you with an opportunity to undertake a critical assessment of international business logistical activities and suggest ICT strategies for improvement.
Task Length:
3000 words
Due Date:
Week 13
Weight:
20 %
 
 

CRITERION #
CRITERION
MEASURES INTENDED
LEARNING OUTCOME(S)
1
Relevant business logistics issues have been identified
LO1
2
Recommendations have been made that could improve logistics for the client
LO2
3
The report is adequately presented
LO4
 
Assessment Task 3: Tutorial Presentations
Task Description:
Weekly tutorial task/s on a given topic/s is to be completed and handed to the lecturer at the beginning of each class. The Lecturer will then randomly choose students to present their work to the class. The class members will then participate in a discussion on the task/topic.

Topics will be assigned weekly through MyLO and assessed during the tutorials.
Task Length:
5-minute presentation, 1 page of presentation notes
Due Date:
Refer to Assessment Description
Weight:
20 %
 
CRITERION #
CRITERION
MEASURES INTENDED
LEARNING OUTCOME(S)
1
The correct business logistics theories have been identified
LO1
2
The team presented the correct material
LO4
 
Assessment Task 4: Exams-Invigilated
Task Description:
You will analyse a case study to solve logistics problems.
Task Length:
2 hours
Due Date:
Exam Period
Weight:
40 %
 
CRITERION #
CRITERION
MEASURES INTENDED
LEARNING OUTCOME(S)
1
Provide workable solutions to business logistics scenarios
LO3
2
Explain how different methodologies can be used to support business logistics
LO1
3
Provide recommendations to overcome logistical challenges
LO2
 
 
 

How your final result is determined
To pass this unit, you need to demonstrate your attainment of each of the Intended Learning Outcomes, achieve a final unit grade of 50% or greater, and pass any hurdle tasks.
Submission of assignments
Where practicable, assignments should be submitted to an assignment submission folder in MYLO. You must submit assignments by the due date or receive a penalty (unless an extension of time has been approved by the Unit Coordinator). Students submitting any assignment in hard copy, or because of a practicum finalisation, must attach a student cover sheet and signed declaration for the submission to be accepted for marking.
Academic integrity
Academic integrity is about acting responsibly, honestly, ethically, and collegially when using, producing, and communicating information with other students and staff members.

In written work, you must correctly reference the work of others to maintain academic integrity. To find out the referencing style for this unit, see the assessment information in the MyLO site, or contact your teaching staff. For more detail about Academic Integrity, see
Important Guidelines & Support.
Requests for extensions
If you are unable to submit an assessment task by the due date, you should apply for an extension.
 
A request for an extension should first be discussed with your Unit Coordinator or teaching support team where possible. A request for an extension must be submitted by the assessment due date, except where you can provide evidence it was not possible to do so. Typically, an application for an extension will be supported by documentary evidence: however, where it is not possible for you to provide evidence please contact your Unit Coordinator.
 
The Unit Coordinator must notify you of the outcome of an extension request within 3 working days of receiving the request.
Late penalties
Assignments submitted after the deadline will receive a late penalty of 5% of the original available mark for each calendar day (or part day) that the assignment is late. Late submissions will not be accepted more than 10 calendar days after the due date, or after assignments have been returned to other students on a scheduled date, whichever occurs first. Further information on Late Penalties can be found on the Assessments and Results Procedure.
Review of results and appeals
You are entitled to ask for a review of the marking and grading of your assessment task if there is an irregularity in the marking standards or an error in the process for determining the outcome of an assessment. Details on how to request a review of a mark for an assignment are outlined in the Review and Appeal of Academic Decisions Procedure.
 
 

 
 

Required Resources
Required reading materials
None
 
Recommended reading materials
These will be provided in MyLO.
 
Other required resources