MKF3481

Logistics and fulfilment (6 points)

(BUS)

Leader: Mr Peter Dapiran

Offered:
Caulfield First semester 2003 (Day)
Caulfield Second semester 2003 (Evening)
Caulfield First semester 2004 (Day)
Clayton First semester 2004 (Day)
Caulfield Second semester 2004 (Evening)

Synopsis: Structure, function and management of marketing channels. The role of logistics and customer service focusing on the strategic and operation decisions in inventory management, warehousing and transportation; channel design models and management of channels including the role of power. Business applications including packaged consumer goods, utilities, telecommunications, pay TV and service-based products.

Assessment: Minor assignment (1500 words): 10% + Group major assignment (4000 words): 25% + Group seminar presentation: 10% + Examination (3 hours): 55%

Contact Hours: 2-hour lecture and 1-hour tutorial per week

Prerequisites: MKF1120 or MKW1120

Prohibitions: MKF2221