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Subject code Title Page LGT2009 Introduction to Shipping and Transport Logistics Operations 1 LGT2106 Principles of Operations Management 4 LGT3001 Logistics and Distribution Management 8 LGT3003 Intermodalism 11 LGT3004 Navigation and Communication Systems 14 LGT3007 Air Transport Logistics 18 LGT3012 Research Methods 21 LGT3015 Ship Construction and Maintenance 24 LGT3016 Shipping Logistics 26 LGT3019 Economics of International Transport Logistics 29 LGT3020 International Trade and Shipping 32 LGT3022 Marine Navigation and Meteorology 36 LGT3023 Carriage of Goods Law 39 LGT3024 Cargo Operations and Management 42 LGT3101 Intermediate Business Statistics 46 LGT3102 Management Science 49 LGT3106 Quality Management 51 LGT3107 Warehousing and Materials Management 54 LGT3108 Introduction to Enterprise Resource Planning System 57 LGT3206 International Study Tour in Shipping and Logistics 60 LGT3207 Study Tour and Visits in Global Supply Chain Management 63 LGT4004 Management of Maritime Organisations 66 LGT4005 Shipbroking and Chartering Management 69 LGT4006 Advanced Navigation and Ship Handling 71 LTG4010 Stability, Stress and Loadlines 74 LGT4011 Port Planning and Management 76 LGT4012 Airport Management 79 LGT4013 Liner Shipping Management 82 LGT4015 Legal Aspects of e-Business in Logistics 85 LGT4016 Maritime Law 87 LGT4017 Information Systems for Logistics Management 90 LGT4020 Insurance in Shipping and Transport Logistics 94 LGT4021 Shipping Finance 96 LGT4101 Practice of Management Decision Analysis 99 LGT4102 Simulation for Operations and Information Management 101 LGT4103 Project Management 103 LGT4104 Operations Strategy 106

LGT4105 International Operations Management 109 LGT4106 Supply Chain Management 112 LGT4110 Purchasing Management 115 LGT4111 Special Topics in Operations Management 118 LGT4113 Service Operations Management 121 LGT4208 ISTL Capstone Project 124 LGT4209 GSCM Capstone Project 127

The Hong Kong Polytechnic University

Subject Description Form

Subject Code LGT2009

Subject Title Introduction to Shipping and Transport Logistics Operations

Credit Value 3

Level 2

Normal Duration 1-semester

Pre-requisite / Co-requisite/ Exclusion

Nil

Role and Purposes

This is an introductory course, to develop necessary skills and knowledge for analyzing simple shipping and transport logistics operations, and to provide a foundation for advanced level courses in these subjects (Outcomes 11 and 14).

Subject Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the subject, students will be able to:

a. Evaluate the suitability of different types of ships for specific cargo transportation requirements, by applying basic concepts of ship design and classification.

b. Appraise how maritime geography (including common sea routes, navigation channels and geographic constraints) affects shipping operations.

c. Be familiar with current developments in the shipping industry to a level that is adequate for continued self-enhancement of knowledge of the subject.

d. Be familiar with ships, ports and maritime geography to a level that provides adequate foundation for advanced level courses in shipping and logistics.

Subject Synopsis/ Indicative Syllabus

(Note 2)

Basic Ship Design and Layout

Elementary ship design, construction and layout. An overview of different ship types (Bulk / Container carriers, tankers, specialist ships, passenger vessels). Propulsion systems, fuels. Tonnage measurement of ships.

Ship Stability and Safety

Ship stability and use of stability information. Load-line zones.

Safety: navigational safety, fire safety, cargo safety, flooding, water tight compartments, safety systems.

Vessel Operations

Elementary navigation, navigation aids. Berthing, anchoring and mooring arrangements. Rules of the Road. Watch- keeping requirements, ship’s crew composition and functions.

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Time zones and time differences, local time, standard time, UTC and International Date Line.

Cargo types

Characteristics of primary cargoes: container / bulk / hazardous cargoes, dangerous goods, deck cargoes, specialized cargoes.

Ports and operations

Ports and terminals, terminal design and equipment characteristics, harbor configurations, pilotage, port controls, tugs, water/fuel/refuse barges, bunkers, ship chandling.

Cargo operations

Types of cargoes, cargo compartments, hatch covers, cargo planning, stowage, handling and preparation, measurement, shipboard and dock side cargo handling systems, venting and ballast systems.

Maritime Geography

Sea routes, navigable canals, waterways and geographic constraints. Draft and maneuverability limitations.

Voyage Planning

Passage planning, route selection, transit time, turn around, economical speed, operational speed.

Organization and Structure of Shipping

Role of shipping registers, classification societies and various international maritime and trade organizations.

Different types of shipping companies including their structures and management. Coastal and foreign trade.

Maritime conventions and rules. Customs, Quarantine.

Introduction to selected maritime conventions (STCW, MARPOL, SOLAS, SAR and COLREGs. Maritime Zones.

Teaching/Learning Methodology

(Note 3)

Lectures introduce and explain key concepts with appropriate examples.

Tutorials give students an opportunity to enhance their understanding of concepts taught in lectures. Tutorials are highly interactive and include discussions of current / past events, case studies and may include student presentations.

Assessment Methods in Alignment with Intended Learning Outcomes

(Note 4)

Specific assessment methods/tasks

% weighting

Intended subject learning outcomes to be assessed (Please tick as appropriate)

a b c d

Coursework 50%

Examination 50%

Total 100 %

Explanation of the appropriateness of the assessment methods in assessing the intended learning outcomes:

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The coursework includes - Individual Project 40%; Participation in class discussions/attendance 10%. Students would be given regular feedback on their performance, by email or as comments on assignments submitted.

To pass this subject, students are required to obtain Grade D or above in BOTH the Continuous Assessment and Exam components.

Student Study Effort Expected

Class contact:

Lectures 28 Hrs.

Tutorials 14 Hrs.

Other student study effort:

Self study 28 Hrs.

Group project 60 Hrs.

Total student study effort 130 Hrs.

Reading List and References Branch, Alan Edward. (2007). Elements of Shipping. Routledge, New York

Compulsory

(PolyU library call no: HE 571.B67 2007. Also available as eBook.)

Alderton, Patrick M. (2004). Reeds Sea Transport: Operation and Economics. Adlard Coles Nautical, London.

Lun, Lai & Cheng. (2010). Shipping and Logistics Management. Springer; London, ISBN:978-1-84882-996-1, e-ISBN:978-1-84882-997-8.

Supplementary

Lloyd’s Practical Shipping Guides: Port Management and Operations (2008), Informa, London

Indicative

The Admiralty Manual of Navigation Volume I (2008), The Nautical Institute, London

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Subject Title Principles of Operations Management

Credit Value 3

Level 2


Pre-requisite Nil

Role and Purposes

Operations Management (OM) is a functional field of management encompassing the design, operation and improvement of the processes and systems employed in the creation and delivery of an organization's products and services. Essentially, operations management is concerned with explaining how factories and services work. (Outcome 8) Managing operations well requires both strategic and tactical skills and is critical to every type of organization, for it is only through creative and effective utilization of resources that an organization can be successful (Outcome 3) in the long run.

This course introduces the major themes and functions of Operations Management within both manufacturing and service organizations. The course will discuss some latest cases on operations management in real business settings. The objective of this course is to introduce how operations contribute to the health of an organization. (Outcome 10) Some of the specific objectives include:

1. Understand the role of operations management (OM) in the overall business strategy of the firm (strategic).

2. Understand the interdependence of OM functions with other key functional areas of the firm (tactical).

3. Review several of the quantitative tools available to evaluate operations techniques.

The course is a useful introduction to those students who wish to learn and understand more about the role operations management plays in organizations.



(a) Have a sound understanding of the main principles of operations management.

(b) Have a clear understanding of how service and manufacturing operations work.

(c) Be aware of the key techniques and concepts that exist within operations management.

(d) Have a good understanding of the various models and approaches that exist 4

in operations management and be able to apply them in real business situation.


Introduction

Defining operations management. Relationship of business operations processes with other functions. Managerial roles and skills in the operations function.

Designing operations systems and processes

Process management, managing projects, managing information technology, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems.

Managing quality

Quality characteristics. Quality control. Quality assurance. Total quality management. Quality costs. Statistical quality control.

Managing capacity

Economies and diseconomies of scale. Capacity planning. Aggregate planning. Capacity requirement planning. Master production schedule.

Facility planning

Facility location. Layout of the facility. Processes design for service providers and manufacturers.

Demand management

Forecasting, qualitative forecasting, quantitative forecasting, forecasting accuracy.

Managing inventory

Inventory control. Managing independent and dependent demand inventory. Materials requirements planning.

Managing the future challenges

Lean production systems, Just-in-time concepts, Kanban system, lean systems in services.


Lectures are designed to provide a basic grounding in principles, concepts and techniques in operations management, and to provide a basis for further analysis and application of the techniques in organizations.

Tutorials provide the environment and means for student-centered learning, in the form of class discussions, case analysis, group and individual work, designed to stimulate original and creative thinking, and the capacity to apply the tools and techniques to the solution of operations problems.

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% weighting


a b c d

Continuous Assessment 50%

Class participation – 5%

Quizzes – 10%

Case report – 15%

Midterm quiz – 20%

Final exam 50%

Total 100 %

To pass this subject, students are required to obtain Grade D or above in both the Continuous Assessment and Examination components.


Assessment of coursework includes class participation, case report, quizzes and tests. The quizzes, tests and final exam will cover all topics in the syllabus, with a focus of testing students’ understanding on the concepts of operations management, key techniques of operations management strategies on achieving the firm’s organization goals. The case report will assess the students’ analytical skill on evaluating the business performance of a firm with its operations management practices. The class participation is assessed to ensure students actively participate in class discussion for promoting more interactive learning environment.


Class contact:

Lectures 28 Hrs.

Tutorials 14 Hrs.


Preparation for discussion 42Hrs.

Preparation for project/ assignments/ Exams 42Hrs.


Reading List and References

Recommended Textbooks

Heizer J. and Render B., Operations Management, 10th edition, Pearson, 2011.

Jacobs, F. R., and Chase, R. B., Operations and Supply Chain Management, 13th edition, McGraw-Hill/Irwin, 2011.

Useful Reference Textbooks

Lee J. Krajewski , Larry P. Ritzman and Manoj K. Malhotra, Operations Management: Processes and Supply Chains, 10th edition, Prentice-Hall, Inc., 2012.

Davis, M.M. & Heineke J., Operations Management: Integrating Manufacturing and Services, 5th edition, McGraw-Hill/Irwin, 2005.

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Jacobs, F. R., and Chase, R. B., Operations and Supply Chain Management: The Core, 3rd edition, McGraw-Hill/Irwin, 2013.

Chase, R. B. and Aquilano, N. J., Production and Operations Management: Manufacturing and Services, 8th edition, McGraw-Hill/Irwin, 1998.

Dilworth, J. B., Operations Management: Providing Value in Goods and Services, 3rd edition, South-Western College, 1999.

Haksever, C., Render, B., Russell, R. S. and Murdick, R. G., Service Management and Operations, 2nd edition, Prentice-Hall, Inc., 1999.

Schroeder, R. G., Goldstein, S. and Rungtusanatham M. J., Operations Management: Contemporary Concepts and Cases, 5th edition, McGraw-Hill, 2010.

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Subject Title Logistics and Distribution Management

Credit Value 3

Level 3



Nil

Role and Purposes

Logistics was originally a military term. Traditionally, logistics means the organised movement of goods, services, information and people from the point of origin to the point of consumption. The scope of logistics has been growing rapidly since the last few decades with the advance of technology. It has also been estimated that logistics costs account for one third of the cost of doing business. Effective logistics management is hence crucial for the success of the company. This course provides an introduction to logistics and distribution management and aims at providing students with a full understanding of business logistics management, transport, inventory and distribution systems supported with real business case studies (Outcome 10). It includes the analysis of modern business logistics management strategies, and discusses how products and services are created and delivered to the customers effectively (Outcome 8). Besides, the course covers the management of the logistics system operations in this information era, and the effectively utilisation of the information technology concepts to gain a competitive advantage of the company

(Outcome 6).



a. Analyse modern business logistics management strategies, and its significance and applications in the business world, so as to improve customer satisfaction.

b. Manage the operations of the logistics systems in the information age, and effectively utilise the concepts learnt to gain a sustainable competitive advantage of the company.

Students are expected to be able to demonstrate a range of skills to solve logistics and distribution problems. These include:

c. Critical thinking and analysis skills that include the capability to identify assumptions, evaluate statements, detect false logic and formulate problems.

d. Problem solving skills including identifying, formulating and solving logistics and distribution problems.

e. Communication skills include effective team playing, presentation and project management.

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Supply Chain Management

Show the role of Supply Chain Management (SCM) and distribution channels in a firm’s marketing strategy. Concepts of SCM and the types of channel structures. Channel design, development and performance measurement. Demonstrate the role of logistics in SCM.

Customer Service

Define customer service. Show the central role that customer service plays in an organisation’s marketing and logistics efforts. How to calculate cost-revenue trade-offs. Identify opportunities for improving customer service performance.

Information System and Technology

Describe information systems as a combination of transaction, decision support, and communication systems. Describe the role of information system functionality, major modules and external interfaces of supply chain information systems. Discuss the enterprise integration and administration, enterprise operations, enterprise planning and monitoring, and communication technology applications.

Inventory and Materials Management

Basic concepts of inventory management. How to calculate safety stocks. How production policies influence inventory levels. How inventories and customer service levels are interrelated. How to manage the stock level by inventory decisions. Financial aspects of inventory strategy. Ways to recognise poor inventory management and improvement methods.

Transportation

Roles of transportation in logistics management. Transportation service pricing and contract terms. Describe alternative transport modes. Examine the issues of transportation cost and performance measurement. Concepts of intermodal transportation combinations and non-operating third parties.

Materials Handling

Overview of the various types of automated and non-automated materials handling systems. Examine the role of packaging in warehouse operation.

Procurement

Show the importance of procurement policy in improving profitability. Identify the procurement activities. Present issues in procurement cost management. Illustrate the role of partnering in supplier relationship management.


Lectures are used to discuss the major theories of the subject. Case studies and small group discussions are carried out in tutorials. A term project which aims at exploring the logistics management issues in local industries is designed to let students apply what they have learnt in class to analyse real world cases.

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% weighting


a b c d e

Continuous Assessment

Project 35 %

Midterm Quiz 20%

Class Participation 5%

Examination

Final Examination 40%

Total 100 %


The midterm quiz and final examination assess the students’ understanding on the concepts of logistics and distribution management. The examinations also require the students to think critically and creatively in order to solve the business logistics problems.

The project requires the students to work as a group effectively, and it assesses the students’ presentation and communication skills. The students are expected to analyse a target company logistics system and identify potential problems and make recommendations to improve the company competitiveness.



Class contact:

Lecture 28 Hrs.

Tutorial/Seminar 14 Hrs.


Project Preparation 48 Hrs.

Exam Preparation 36 Hrs.



Recommended Textbook

Stock, J. and Lambert, D. (2001), Strategic Logistics Management (4th

References

ed.), McGraw-Hill.

Bowersox, D.J., D.J. Closs, and M.B. Cooper (2010), Supply Chain Logistics Management, (3rd

Ballou, R. (1999), Business Logistics Management (4th ed.), Prentice-Hall, New Jersey.

ed.), McGraw Hill International Edition.

Chopra, S. and P. Meindl (2001), Supply Chain Management, Prentice Hall.

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Subject Title Intermodalism

Credit Value 3

Level 3



Nil

Role and Purposes

This subject enables students to understand the application of concepts of international trade and transport economics in the transportation of container via multi transport modes.


On successfully completing this subject, students will be able to:

a. contribute to the solution of business related problems in intermodal operations (Outcome 11);

b. foster intellectual and personal development, self-confidence and the ability to tackle problems without supervision;

c. present intermodal discipline in an integrated form which reflects sound business practices (Outcome 4);

d. develop approaches to defining, analysing and solving problems, whether those problems are structured or unstructured (Outcome 11);

e. develop the ability to communicate effectively and fluently in both written and spoken forms; and

Studying this subject will also help develop students’ global outlook, critical and creative thinking, cultural appreciation, life-long learning, and entrepreneurship and leadership.


1. Introduction to intermodal transport

• Development of intermodal transport

• Intermodal transport in Hong Kong

• Service characteristics of various transport modes

2. Intermodal transport system

• Container transport chain

• Physical flow in container transport

• Framework of intermodal transport system

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3. Container shipping

• Liner shipping management

• Shipping network

• Empty container management

4. Terminal operations

• Managing container terminals

• Agile port

• Port development


In the lectures the general principles of the syllabus topic will be presented and developed, together with guidance on further reading and activities. Lectures may also be used for the presentation and discussion of leading cases.

In the seminars, students will develop and apply the general principles of the topic in student-centred activities, including role-plays, student presentations and discussions.



% weighting


a b c d e

Quest 10%

Project 40%

Examination 50%

Total 100 %




Class contact:

Lecture 28 Hrs.

Seminar 14 Hrs.


Project 36 Hrs.

Reading 48 Hrs.


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Lowe D. (2006), Intermodal Freight Transport, Elsevier

Lun Y.H.V., Lai K.H. and Cheng T.C.E. (2010), Shipping and Logistics Management, Springer

References

Bichou K. (2009), Port Operations, Planning and Logistics, Informa

Branch, A. (2007), Elements of Shipping, Routledge

Coyle J.J., Novack R.B., Gibsom B.J., Bardi E.J. (2011), Management of Transportation, South-Western Cengage Learning

Fricker J.D. and Whitford R.K. (2004), Fundamentals of Transportation Engineering: A Multimodal Systems Approach, Pearson

Gubbins E. (2004), Managing Transport Operations, Kogan Page

Lun Y.H.V., Lai K.H. and Cheng T.C.E. (2009), Container Transport Management, Inderscience

Scholarly journals:

International Journal of Shipping and Transport Logistics

Transport Reviews

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Subject Title Navigation and Communication Systems

Credit Value 3

Level 3



Nil

Role and Purposes

The role of this subject is to provide students with a broad knowledge in navigation and communication systems (Outcome 6) that enables them to appreciate the latest technologies that are applied to the effective management of a vessel (Outcome 11) with emphasis on maritime safety and emergency responses (Outcome 8).



a. Understand and correctly apply the functions of navigation and communication systems that are essential to Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS).

b. Evaluate the performance of navigation and communication systems in the context of complying with the international standards of SOLAS.

c. Formulate appropriate operational standards to meet the requirement of effective management of a vessel and the obligations of ensuring maritime safety.

Studying this subject will also help develop students’ skills in critical thinking and life-long learning about modern navigation/communication technologies, and enhance students’ awareness of social responsibility in maritime safety.


Basic principles of radio communication; principles of hyperbolic position fixing systems; concept of digital technology; principles of satellite orbits and use in the maritime context; satellite position-fixing systems.

General concept of Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS); procedures of distress, search and rescue; basic principles and operational knowledge of all mandatory GMDSS equipment – DSC, EPIRB, SART, Inmarsat, Navtex, and radiotelex; reserve power systems; use of relevant publications.

Shipboard Radar and Electronic Charting Systems: System design, functions, limitations and characteristics; Automatic Identification System; Automatic Radar Plotting Aids; Applications for collision avoidance and navigation; Elements of safe navigational watch; blind pilotage techniques; ship reporting systems and VTS procedures; navigation using ECDIS.

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Lectures will be used to introduce to students the concepts, principles, theories, application issues and descriptive cases for the topics. Different teaching materials will be used to cover the most updated development and applications of shipboard navigation and communication systems. Laboratories will be used to provide students with hands-on practice with the aids of marine simulator and GMDSS simulator.



% weighting


a b c

Coursework 40%

Examination 60%

Total 100 %


Weekly laboratory tasks, practical test, presentation and written examination are the typical assessment methods used in this subject. The tasks of laboratory ensure students to acquire essential practical skills through adequate amount of hands-on practice. The process of acquiring the skills provides students with the opportunity to understand the functions of navigation and communication systems and to correctly apply them in different scenarios relevant to safety of life at sea. Practical test can assess students’ skill level in using communication systems. The assessment on the skills directly reflects students’ abilities of evaluating the performance of the systems against the SOLAS standards. Therefore laboratory tasks and practice test can serve to measure the learning outcome (a). With the achievement on the learning outcome (a), students should be familiar with relevant functional requirements to a large extent. Use of student presentation allows the lecturer to evaluate students’ acquaintance with the overall performance standards of some navigation systems. This is to measure the learning outcome (b). Q&A after presentation can test how good students can accurately justify the success in meeting the goals of effective ship management. This is to measure partly the learning outcome (c).

Written examination can allow students to demonstrate their abilities of understanding and correctly apply the functions of some selected systems; allow the lecturer to test students’ abilities of evaluating the performance of relevant systems in a hypothetical case; and allow students to formulate the standard communication / navigation procedures in some cases that require safeguarding maritime safety. Both written examination and coursework can serve to measure the learning outcomes (a), (b) & (c) but they may have emphases on different areas.


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Class contact:

Lecture 28 Hrs.

Laboratory 21 Hrs.


Self-study / research for self-learning tasks 33 to 56 Hrs.

Self-practice for practical test / preparation for presentation and examination 25 to 35 Hrs.

Total student study effort 107 to 140 Hrs.


References

Bréhaut, D. (2010), GMDSS - A User’s Handbook, Adlard Coles Nautical

Lees, G.D. (2009), Handbook for Marine Radio Communication, Lloyds of London Press.

IMO (2009), GMDSS manual: manual on the global maritime distress and safety system, London

Australian Maritime Safety Authority (2008), Australian Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) handbook: the Australian GMDSS training and operations manual, Canberra, A.C.T.

International Code of Signals, (2003), Starpath Publications

Waugh, I. (2007), The Mariners Guide To Marine Communications, London: The Nautical Institute

IMO (2001),GMDSS handbook: Handbook on the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System, London

Monroe, J.W. and Bushy, T.L. (1998), Marine Radionavigation and Communications, Cornell Maritime Press

Wall, A., Bole A.G. and Dineley W.O. (2005), Radar and ARPA Manual, Oxford: Butterworth-Heinemann.

Bowditch, N. (2002), American Practical Navigator, Washington, US Hydrographic Office.

Bagshaw, I.W. (2001), Worked Examples in Relative Radar Plotting, Brown, Son & Ferguson

Tetley, L. and Calcutt, D.M. (2001), Electronic Navigation Systems, Oxford: Butterworth-Heinemann.

Gale, H. (2009), From Paper Charts to ECDIS: A Practical Voyage Plan, London: The Nautical Institute

Weintrit, A. (ed.) (2009), Marine Navigation and Safety of Sea Transportation, London: CRC Press

Instone, M. (2012), ECDIS Procedures Guide, Livingston: Witherby Publishing

Norris, A. (2008), Integrating ship bridge systems. Volume 1, Radar and AIS : A Practical Guide, London: The Nautical Institute

Norris, A. (2010), Integrated bridge systems. Volume 2, ECDIS and Positioning, London: The Nautical Institute

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Dokkum, Klaas van (2007), Ship Sailing Rules, Enkhuizen: Dokmar

Cockcroft, A..N. (2004), A guide to the collision avoidance rules: International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, Boston: Elsevier

IMO (2008), Performance Standards for Shipborne Radiocommunications and Navigational Equipment, London: International Maritime Organization

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Subject Title Air Transport Logistics

Credit Value 3

Level 3


Pre-requisite LGT2009 Introduction to Shipping and Transport Logistics Operations

Role and Purposes

To provide a fundamental knowledge of the intermodal transport of goods, especially by air. To establish an awareness of the range of perspectives which may be adopted, theoretically, legally and practically towards the air transport system (Outcomes 3 and 11). To provide students with a full understanding of current and future developments in the air transport industry.


The aim of this subject is to meet the demand in air freight industry. Upon completion of the subject, students will be able to:

a. Contribute to the solution of business related problems in commercial, industrial, government and non-profit making organisations; and discharge their duties objectively, ethically, independently, competently and constructively;

b. Foster intellectual and personal development, self confidence and the ability to tackle problems without supervision and develop a sensitivity to the ethical issues involved in business practice;

c. Appreciate the air transport and logistics discipline which provides a good academic and vocational foundation for a career in students’ field; and develop realism and practicality as a foundation for good business judgment;

d. Present this discipline in an integrated form which reflects sound business practices;

e. Develop approaches to defining, analysing and solving problems, whether those problems are structured or unstructured;

f. Secure recognition and advance standing from relevant professional bodies and other institutions; and prepare for further studies in related field.

Studying this subject will also help develop students’ global outlook, critical and creative thinking, social and national responsibility, cultural appreciation, life-long learning, and entrepreneurship and leadership.

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Operating procedures: control of airspace, communications, navigation, flight planning and operation, aircraft and equipment maintenance and overhaul, principles and procedures; Interface with other transport modes and terminals; Aircraft characteristics: types of aircraft and performance characteristics, motive power units, economics of aircraft, take-off and landing, cruising weights and load capacity estimation; Physical characteristics of airports and liaison with airport authorities; Air transport in national, regional and local patterns and networks; Size and scale problems; Scheduling, fleet utilisation and crew working; Route selection and principles of timetable production, load factors and frequency; The interrelationship between passenger and freight transport; TACT rules and regulations, TACT rates, General Cargo Rate Calculation, Specific Cargo Rate Calculation; Class Rate Calculation, ULD Rate Calculation, Consolidation Rate Calculation, Rating methodology under Hong Kong's environment; Airline costing; Policy formation and implementation; corporate planning, direction and control of external factors; Management techniques in operational research, work study, organisation and method training and education, especially relating to safety and security; Training and licensing of operating crew; Operation of aircraft and crew; Limitations on crew utilisation; Marketing policy, strategy and analysis; Role of IATA in relation to marketing; elasticity of demand for airline operations; Pooling procedures and bilateral operating agreements; Types of airport terminal, general layout, organisational structure; Performance indicators, measures of overall cost performance; Warehousing and storage in the airport terminal; Wide-bodied, large-capacity aircraft; supersonic transport and associated developments; Political control, pressure groups and public attitude; International developments in business, trade and tourism affecting air transport. Code of conduct in IATA and ICAO.


A combination of lectures, tutorials and students-directed learning activities will be included in this subject.



% weighting


a b c d e f

Coursework 40%

Examination 60%

Total 100 %



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Class contact:

Lecture 28 Hrs.

Tutorial 14 Hrs.


Self Study 84 Hrs.

Hrs.



References

Gialloreto, L. (1988), Strategic Airline Management, Pitman.

Joseph P. Schwieterman (1993), Air Cargo and the Opening of China, CU Press.

Kai-sun Kwong (1988), Towards Open Skies and Uncongested Airports - An opportunity for HK, CU.

Kelly Monaghan (1992), Air Courier Bargains, Intrepid Traveler.

Michael J. Kroes (1993), Aircraft Basic Science, Glencoe.

Morrell P (2002), Airline Finance, Aldershot

Rigas Doganis (2010), Flying Off Course, Routledge.

Rigas Doganis (1992), The Airport Business, Routledge.

Rigas Doganis (2006), The airline business, Bingdon Shaw, S. (1993), Air Transport - A Marketing Perspective, Pitman.

Stephen Holloway (1992), Air Finance: Aircraft Acquisition Finance and Airline Credit Analysis, Pitman.

Vasigh B, Fleming K Mackay L (2010), Foundations of Airline finance – Methodology and Practice, Ashgate

Vasigh B. (2008), Introduction to air transport economics: from theory to applications, Aldershot

Wells Alexander (2004), Air Transportation: A Management Perspective, Belmont.

Wensveen J G (2007), Air Transportation: A Management Perspective, Aldershot

Zhang Anming, (2004), Air Cargo in Mainland China and Hong Kong, Aldershot, England

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Subject Title Research Methods

Credit Value 3

Level 3



Nil

Role and Purposes

This subject introduces the fundamentals of the research process, and aims to develop students’ ability to apply qualitative and quantitative research methods in an innovative and appropriate way (Outcomes 3 and 4).

In a real business environment managers need to analyse business situations and problems by testing and applying the relevant conceptual frameworks innovatively. This course will introduce the fundamental techniques with which various methods and hypotheses can be tested and compared, after which the most appropriate strategy and conclusion can be formed for business organizations. (Outcomes 3 and 10).

Upon the completion of this subject, students will be able to develop the essential skills of conducting a research independently, allowing them to complete their final year projects (Outcomes 3and 10).



a. Analyse a business situation to identify research problems, issues and opportunities in business research and in so doing, formulate relevant research objectives.

b. Identify and reference literature and earlier research findings that are appropriate both to the methodology and the selected problem, and assess their quality.

c. Generate and critically evaluate alternative research designs in relation to a particular problem or issue.

d. Evaluate the suitability of secondary data to a selected research topic, assess the appropriateness of alternative data collection methods and data analysis techniques to research needs and data characteristics.

e. Be aware of ethical issues involved in research.

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f. Develop a comprehensive and credible proposal for business research. This knowledge will underpin final year research projects for degree students.

Studying this subject will help develop students’ critical thinking and writtencommunication skills, and develop their sense of social responsibility insafeguarding research ethics.


Business Research Fundamentals

The role of business research; Scientific thinking and investigation - theory building, inductive and deductive reasoning; problem formulation; difference between propositions and hypotheses; Concept of research process and project management; Research ethics; Request for proposal, research proposal and research report;

Business Research Design

Observational, experimental and case study research designs; Primary and secondary data collection methods; Sampling techniques; Questionnaire design; In-depth interview;

Quantitative Analysis Basics

Measurement of variables - scaling, reliability and validity; Censuses and sampling; Probability and non-probability sampling; Sampling frame; Response rate issues and non response bias; Hypothesis tests and inference: e.g. t-test; F-test, two-way tables, ANOVA, multiple regression (mainly using reduced form estimation), simulation.


Lectures will be used to present the basic materials and illustrate their use. Tutorials will be used to discuss topics arising in the lectures and to study cases and exercises. Much of the learning will be by doing.



% weighting


a B c d e f

Coursework 55%

Examination 45%

Total 100 %


The coursework includes writing a project report (40%) and a group project presentation (15%). Statistical analysis or alternative research methods covered in this course shall be applied in the project study. Examination is mainly used

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to test students’ knowledge on quantitative research methods and test results interpretation.



Class contact:

Lecture 28 Hrs.

Tutorial 14 Hrs.


Team Project 42 Hrs.

Reading 42 Hrs.




Zikmund, W.G. (2003), Business Research Methods (7th ed.), Thomson, South-Western.

Creswell J.W (2008), Research Design: Qualitative, Quantitative, and Mixed Methods Approaches, Sage Publishing

References

Cavana, R.Y., Delahaye, B.L. and Sekaran, U. (2001), Applied Business Research: Qualitative and Quantitative Methods, John Wiley & Sons Australia, Ltd.

Cooper, D. and Schindler, P. (2003), Business Research Methods (8th ed.), McGraw-Hill, New York.

Field A. P. (2009) Discovering Statistics Using SPSS, Sage Publication.

Hoyle, R.H., Harris, M.J., Judd, C.M. (2001), Research Methods in Social Relations (7th ed.), Wadsworth Publishing.

Huck, S.W. (2000), Reading Statistics and Research, Addison-Wesley.

Locke, L.F. (2000), Proposals that work: A guide for planning dissertations and grant proposals, Sage Publications, Inc.

Shannon, D.M. (2001), Using SPSS to solve statistical problems: A self-instruction guide, Prentice Hall.

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Subject Title Ship Construction and Maintenance

Credit Value 3

Level 3



Nil

Role and Purposes

This subject introduces students to basic concepts concerning ship structure, its construction and its maintenance. It provides students with fundamental principles in maintaining seaworthiness and cargo-worthiness of a ship (Outcome 11).



a. Identify possible structural problems of unsafe practices and operations;

b. Develop and manage ship maintenance plan; Unitise the information form ship drawings for management functions; and

c. Prepare a ship for statutory survey.


Principal components of ships structure for major ship types; functions of structural components; design philosophy and procedures; hatchways and bulkheads; subdivisions of ships; fire resistance, flooding and damage controls; international and classification society requirements of structures, materials and methods; structural loads; static, dynamic and thermal loads; corrosion: causes and control; coatings, paint systems; ship maintenance planning; drydock planning, practices and precautions; ship surveys; survey and certification requirements to maintain hull classification; survey preparation.


In the lectures, the general principles of topics will be presented and developed. In the seminars, students will develop and apply the general principles of the topic in student-centred activities.

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% weighting


a b c

1. Coursework 50%

2. Examination 50%

Total 100 %


The assessments of coursework and examination are adequately used to reflect the understanding of the legal and practical issues in the subject areas.



Class contact:

Lecture 28 Hrs.

Tutorial 14 Hrs.


Self Study 84 Hrs.

Hrs.



References

Relevant treaties to date

Eyres, D.J. (2008), Ship Construction, 6th Ed., Boston: Butterworth-Heinemann.

House, D.J. (2003), Dry Docking and Shipboard Maintenance: A Guide for Industry, London: Witherby & Co., Ltd.

Rawson, K. K. and Tupper, E. C. (2001), Basic ship Theory, Vol. 1, 5th Ed., Oxford: Butterworth Heinemann.

Rawson, K. K. and Tupper, E. C. (2001), Basic ship Theory, Vol. 2, 5th Ed., Oxford: Butterworth Heinemann.

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Subject Title Shipping Logistics

Credit Value 3

Level 3



Nil

Role and Purposes

This subject provides students with a full understanding of current developments in logistics management in the international shipping context, and enables them to understand the application of quantitative techniques in logistics management decision making.


This subject is designed to provide professional study of the management of shipping logistics with respect to the international maritime business environment. At the successful completion of this subject, students are expected to:

a. Demonstrate relevant professional knowledge and understanding of shipping logistics, the international maritime environment in which they operate and how they are managed (Outcome 11).

b. Understand and respond to current developments of the relevant political, economical, social and technological issues and their influences on the operations and management of shipping logistics (Outcome 8).

c. Analyse and integrate the inter-relationships among the various components of subject matters in shipping logistics for effective problem solving (Outcome 11).

d. Effective problem solving and decision making using appropriate analytical skills including identifying, formulating and solving shipping logistics problems. The ability to create, evaluate and assess a range of options together with the capacity to apply ideas and knowledge to a range of situations (Outcome 9).

e. Abilities to conduct research into shipping logistics issues, either individually or as part of a team for projects/presentations. This requires familiarity with a range of business data, research sources and appropriate methodologies and for such to inform the overall learning process.

This subject facilitates the development of the following attributes of all-roundness:

Global outlook

Critical and creative thinking

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Life-long learning

Entrepreneurship and leadership


1. Business of shipping

Trade and shipping

Demand for sea transport

Supply of sea transport

Freight rate mechanism

2. Shipping market

Freight market

Tramp and liner shipping

Shipping cycle

3. Shipping operations

Shipping capacity

Fleet mix

Liner shipping operations

4. Transport management

Principles of transport management

Shipper strategy

Logistics service providers


Lectures supplemented by small group activities such as tutorials, seminar, and presentations. In the lectures the general principles of the syllabus will be presented and developed. Students are expected to take an active part in the learning processes which the appropriate include Learning-to-Learn techniques and group projects. WebCT will be used extensively.



% weighting


a b c d e

Coursework 40%

Examination 60%

Total 100 %



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Class contact:

Lecture 28 Hrs.

Tutorial 14 Hrs.


Project 30 Hrs.

Reading 54 Hrs.




Lun Y.H.V., Lai K.H. and Cheng T.C.E. (2010), Shipping and Logistics Management, Springer

Coyle J.J., Novack R.A., Gibson B.J., and Bardi E.J. (2011), Management of Transportation, South-Western

References

Stopford M. (2009), Maritime Economics, Routledge

Branch, A. (2007), Elements of Shipping, Routledge

Goulielmos A.M., Lun Y.H.V., Ng C.T. and Cheng T.C.E. (2010), The Business of Shipping, Inderscience: Geneva

Lun Y.H.V., Lai K.H. and Cheng T.C.E. (2009), Container Transport Management, Inderscience

Scholarly journals:


Journal of Commerce

Transport Reviews

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Subject Title Economics of International Transport Logistics

Credit Value 3

Level 3



Nil

Role and Purposes

This subject provides students with fundamental concepts in economics and how these might be applied to international transport and logistics industries. Students will be encouraged to develop a global outlook, and an understanding of cultural, economic and market diversity across different countries. (Outcome 2)

It provides students with knowledge of appropriate sources of information and data in the international transport and logistics sectors, and how realistic business situations and problems can be analysed by applying the appropriate conceptual frameworks from the relevant economic studies.

In particular, case studies and policy analysis will be conducted for industries including the maritime, aviation and land transportation sectors. This will enable students to identify and analyse the means by which value is created in goods and services and delivered to users.(Outcome 8)



a. To develop an ability to build economic models to analyse the behaviors of different shipping markets;

b. To instill an understanding of the interaction between economic, operational and technological aspects of the different maritime industries;

c. To establish an awareness of the range of perspectives which may be adopted theoretically, legally and practically towards the air transport system;

d. To analyse market data and forecast the trends in different shipping markets.

Studying this subject will also help develop students’ critical thinking, and oral and written communication skills.


Transport Economics

Fundamentals of economic theory and applications; economic development; patterns of trade and logistics industries; demand modeling; estimation and interpretation of elasticity; cost function estimation and interpretation; economies of scale; economies of transport density; hub and spoke networks.

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Maritime section

Function of maritime transport; Demand for maritime transport: Supply of maritime transport: Shipping costs; Pricing mechanism in maritime transport: liner tariffs and tramp market freight rates; Economies of scale in shipping; Optimum ship size and optimum speed of ships; Shipping market analysis; Maritime policy and regulation.

Air Transport section

Aircraft characteristics; Air transport in national, regional and local patterns and networks; Route selection and principles of timetable production, load factors and frequency; The interrelationship between passenger and freight transport; Marketing policy, strategy and analysis in airline industry; Role of IATA in relation to marketing; elasticity of demand for airline operations; Pooling procedures and bilateral operating agreements; Performance indicators, total factor productivity; economic and operational Regulation; liberalization and deregulation.



In the seminars, students will develop and apply the general principles of the topic in student-centred activities, including role-plays, student presentations and discussions.



% weighting


a b c d

Coursework 50%

Examination 50%

Total 100 %


The coursework includes writing a project report (40%) and a group project presentation (10%). Students are required to apply some basic economic modeling skills learnt in this course in their project study. Examination is mainly used to test students’ knowledge on economic models and calculation. Some common practices used in the industry will also be tested.



Class contact:

Lecture 28 Hrs.

Seminar 14 Hrs.


Team Project 42 Hrs.

Reading 42 Hrs.

Total student study effort 126 Hrs.30



Handbook of Airline Economics (2000), McGraw Hill.

Stopford, M. (2009), Maritime Economics (3rd ed.), Routledge, London.

Wells Alexander (2003), Air Transportation: A Management Perspective, Belmont.

References

Bannister, Chan, Mak, Ng and Bennett (1998), Managing Human Resources in Hong Kong - A Practical Approach, 2nd ed., Pitman.

Branch, A. (1996), Elements of Shipping, Chapman & Hall, London.

Farthing, B. and Brownrigg, M. (1997), Farthing on International Shipping (3rd ed.), LLP, London.

Joseph P. Schwieterman (1993), Air Cargo and the Opening of China, CU Press.

McConville, J. (1999), Economics of Maritime Transport: Theory and Practice, Witherby, London.

Wilnolst, N. and Wergeland, T. (1996), Shipping, Delft University Press, The Netherlands.

Reference Journals: (available via POLYU library e-journals)

Journal of Air Transport Management

Maritime Policy and Management

Maritime Economics and Logistics

Transportation Research – Part E

Transport Policy

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Subject Title International Trade and Shipping

Credit Value 3

Level 3


Prerequisites Nil

Role and Purpose This subject contributes to the achievement of the BBA outcomes by enabling students to:

a. Analyse business situations and problems in international trade and shipping by applying conceptual frameworks from Economics, Finance, Law and Quantitative methods.

b. Identify and analyse the means by which value is created by the shipping industry, in delivering services that facilitate international trade. (Outcome 8)

c. Develop knowledge and analytical skills necessary to make an immediate contribution, when first employed in organisation related to shipping / international trade. (Outcome 11)

Learning Outcomes On completion of this subject, students will be able to:

a. Analyse vital events in world trade and shipping, by applying basic theories of international economics and trade.

b. Appraise how politics, policies and regulations affect world trade and shipping.

c. Identify problems and solutions in international trade and shipping.

d. Be familiar with current developments in the shipping industry to a level that is adequate to base continuous self-enhancement of knowledge of the subject.

Synopsis / Indicative Syllabus

International Trade

An introduction to global trading patterns. An overview of ship types, cargo, ships and ports (dry cargo, tankers, specialist, container and Ro-Ro).

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Stakeholders in International Shipping

An explanation of the roles of various stakeholders in Shipping: Ship-owners, Ship managers, Charterers, Insurers, intermediaries (Port / Liner / Chartering Agents and Brokers), Seafarers, workers unions, community, NGOs and governments.

Organisation and Structure of International Shipping

Role of shipping registers, classification societies and various international maritime and trade organisations. Shipping alliances and conferences.

Different types of shipping companies including their structures and management. Consolidation and fragmentation in shipping industry.

Development of trade shipping and structure.

Maritime Geography

Explanation of why ports and terminals are located where they are and the different types of cargoes being moved around the world in ships.

Shipping and the Governments

Introduction to shipping legislation especially those governing safety and ship management. Role of governments and other agencies in regulating shipping. Flag state and port state controls.

Trade Policy and Tools - Tariffs, Quotas, VERs, VIEs, Taxes, Subsidies; Economic Efficiency Effects from Free Trade; Free Trade and the Distribution of Income; The Case for and Against for Protection; Free Trade as the "Pragmatically Optimal" Policy Choice. Customs.

Maritime Security

Security threats to shipping. Piracy, Terrorism. ISPS Code, CSI, C-TPAT, Impact of security on costs. Security threats and insurance costs. Impact of disruptions in shipping. Resilience and vulnerability of shipping to security threats.

Shipping Documentation and Procedures

Introduction to documentation, role and purpose of shipping documents. Common shipping documents including Bills of Lading, Shipping Order, Sea Waybill, Air Waybill, Certificates of Origin.

Incoterms: origin and purpose, common Incoterms.

Shipping Careers

A discussion of work and business opportunities in shipping industry.

Teaching / Learning Methodology

Lectures introduce and explain key theoretical concepts. These are linked to real events in the industry through appropriate examples.

Tutorials give students an opportunity to enhance their understanding of

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concepts taught in lectures. Tutorials are highly interactive and include discussions of current / past events, case studies and student presentations.

Assessment Methods Specific assessment methods/tasks

% weighting


a b c d

Coursework

Weekly report / Analysis / quiz 40%

Participation in discussions / Attendance 10%

Examination 50%

Total 100 %

Students would be given regular feedback on their performance, by email or as comments on assignments submitted.

To pass this subject, students are required to obtain Grade D or above in both the Continuous Assessment and Final Examination components.


Class contact:

Lecture 28 Hrs.

Tutorial 14 Hrs.


Self-study / research for self-learning tasks 42 Hrs.

Assignment / preparation for examination / test 42 Hrs.



Compulsory

Stopford, Martin. (2009), Maritime Economics, London, New York: Routledge, 3rd edition.

Supplementary

UNCTAD. (2011), Review of Maritime Transport 2011. United Nations Conference on Trade and Development, New York. Available for download at: http://www.unctad.org/en/docs/rmt2011_en.pdf

Talley, Wayne K. (2009), Port Economics. London: New York: Routledge

Poly U library Circulation Coll - HE551 .T356 2009

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Pugel, Thomas A. (2009), International Economics. 14th edition, New York, NY: Mc Graw-Hill / Irwin. Poly U Circulation Coll HF1411 .K5 2009

Indicative

The Economist

Lloyd’s List

TradeWind

Journal of Maritime Policy and Management

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Subject Title Marine Navigation and Meteorology

Credit Value 3

Level 3



Nil

Role and Purposes

This subject provides students with basic understanding of meteorology and navigation at sea in order to develop their foundation knowledge for studying high-level courses related to maritime transportation (Outcome 11). This subject also raises students’ awareness on the importance of quality personnel and proper use of modern technologies to maritime safety management. (Outcome 6)



a. Identify and inter-relate the various physical principles which determine the conduct of maritime transportation.

b. Assess all possible limitations which may be imposed by the internal and external environments within which ships and ports operate.

c. Evaluate navigational/meteorological information for directing the safe navigation of a ship.

d. Recommend solutions to minimising potential risks that arise from the dynamic maritime environment surrounding a ship.

e. Appraise the need for adopting weather routing services and using it to determine the optimum route for a voyage.

f. Master the basic techniques of applying conventional position fixing principles and assess the impact of associated modern technologies on safety of maritime transportation.

Studying this subject will also help develop students’ skills in critical thinking and arouse their interest in life-long learning to keep abreast of modern marine technology, and enhance their awareness of social responsibility in maritime safety.


Principles of position finding, position monitoring and vessel orientation, methods and instrumentation used in practice; the procedures applicable to ocean and coastal navigation; the use of navigational instrumentation; data sources and usage; track keeping, accuracies and errors. Applications in port approach and harbour surveys; Global and local atmospheric and ocean dynamics. The characteristics of climatic and weather systems; Meteorological and oceanographic factors affecting shipping and the instrumentation for their

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assessment. Occurrence and effect of natural phenomena upon trade and shipping. Winds, currents and tides and their effect on shipping and transport. Climate, seasons and seasonal hazards such as typhoons and ice. The use of weather routing services.


Lectures will be used to present the basic technical material and illustrate its use. Tutorials will be used for problem classes where students can check their solutions to exercises and resolve problems with their understanding of the topics. Students will be motivated to broaden their knowledge and to deepen their understanding of some selected topics through problem-based learning activities.



% weighting


a b c d e f

Coursework 40%

Examination 60%

Total 100 %


Assignment and/or written test can be designed to test students’ ability to apply common senses and technical knowledge in evaluation of relevant information and to provide recommendations for safe voyage of a ship. These methods of assessment can facilitate measurement of the learning outcomes (b), (c) and (d).

Written examination is an assessment method appropriate for testing students’ understanding of concepts relating to certain technical requirements, acquaintance with the practices / principles of solving technical problems in weather routing and marine navigation. Written examination can be designed to measure the learning outcomes (a), (c), (e) and (f).



Class contact:

Lecture 28 Hrs.

Tutorial 14 Hrs.


Self-study / research for self-learning tasks 37 to 56 Hrs.

Assignment / preparation for examination / test 28 to 35 Hrs.

Total student study effort 107 to 133 Hrs.


Frost, A. (2004), Practical Navigation for Officers of the Watch, Glasgow

Peacock, A. (2008), Admiralty Manual of Navigation. Volume 1, The Principles

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of Navigation, London: The Nautical Institute

Dutton, B. (2004), Dutton's Nautical Navigation, Annapolis, Md. : Naval Institute Press

Bowditch, N. (2002), American Practical Navigator, Washington: US Hydrographic Office.

Kemp, J.F. (latest edition), Notes on Compass Work, London: Butterworth-Heinemann,

Bole, A.G. et al. (latest edition), The Navigation Control Manual, London: Heinemann.

NP100, The Mariner's Handbook (2009), The UK Hydrographic Office

IMO (2010), Ships’ Routeing, London: International Maritime Organization

Cornish, M. M. and Ives, E. E. (2006), Reeds Maritime Meteorology, Adlard Coles Nautical

Ingham, A.E. (latest edition), Hydrography for the Surveyor & Engineer, 3rd Ed., London: Blackwell Scientific Publications

Weintrit, A. (ed.) (2009), Marine Navigation and Safety of Sea Transportation, London: CRC Press

Kristiansen, S. (2005), Maritime Transportation: Safety Management and Risk Analysis, Elsevier Butterworth Heinemann

Whitney, C. A. and Wright, F. W. (latest edition), Learn to Navigate by the Tutorial System Developed at Harvard, Cornel Maritime Press

IMO (2008), Performance Standards for Shipborne Radiocommunications and Navigational Equipment, London: International Maritime Organization

Boswell, J. (2007), China Sea Pilot. Vol 1, The west side of South China Sea from Tanjung Lompat on the eastern side of Peninsular Malaysia to Zhelang Yan in China ; Pulau-Pulau Anambas, Hainan Dao, and the islands and banks bordering the main route from Singapore Strait to Hong Kong, Somerset: United Kingdom Hydrographic Office

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Subject Title Carriage of Goods Law

Credit Value 3

Level 3


Pre-requisite AF2504 Introduction to Business Law

Role and Purposes

Carriage of Goods Law introduces the law and practical in carriage of goods by sea, air and multimodal transportation. In addition, the students will develop the skill in using the legal method to resolve legal problems.

This subject may also identify and resolve ethical issues as they arise in the context of law. (Outcome 4)The main role of this subject is to review and analyse legal problems by applying law method in practice and research.

The objective of this course is to enable students have professional legal knowledge and skills for their future practice in the real world. (Outcome 11)



a. Apply the sea carriage law, air carriage law and multimodal transport law in Hong Kong and other common law jurisdictions.

b. Analyse legal cases and handle legal documents.

c. Solve real legal issues by applying the legal method and conduct legal researches.

Studying this subject will also help develop students’ critical thinking, as well as oral and written communication skills.


Sea Carriage Law

Sea carriage contracts: voyage charter, time charter and bill of lading

Legislation: Bills of Lading and Analogous Shipping Documents Ordinance and Carriage of Goods by Sea Ordinance.

International conventions: the Hague Rules, the Hague Visby Rules, the Hamburg Rules and the Rotterdam Rules.

Air Carriage Law

Air carriage contracts, air waybills, Carriage by Air Ordinance, The Warsaw Convention and the Montreal Convention.

Multimodal Transport Law

Multimodal transport contracts, UN Convention on International Multimodal Transport of Goods, UNCTAD/ICC Rules for Multimodal Transport Documents.

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Freight Forwarding

Relations between forwarder and carrier, types of forwarding operations, legal position of forwarder, liabilities and rights under various trading conditions.


In lectures, the general principles of the syllabus topics will be presented and developed, together with guidance on further readings and activities. The Blackboard Lean will be used to provide learning materials and discuss different issues.

In tutorials, students will have the chance to understand legal professional ethics and practice the legal method through the discussion and analysis of legal cases.



% weighting


a b c

Mid-term test

40%

Examination 60%

Total 100 %


Students will be asked to apply legal method to provide solutions to problems which are practical and real.



Class contact:

Lecture 28 Hrs.

Tutorial 14 Hrs.


Voluntary test and quiz 42 Hrs.

Further readings 42 Hrs.




Chan, F., Ng, J.J.M. and Wong, B. (2002), Shipping and Logistics Law: principles and practice in Hong Kong, Hong Kong University Press.

Wilson, J.F. (2010), Carriage of Goods by Sea, 7th ed., New York: Pearson Longman.

References

Brodie, P.R. (2006), Commercial Shipping Handbook, 2nd ed., London: Informa.

Chan, F. and Others (2006 reissue), Maritime Law, vol. 18(1) Halsbury’s Laws 40

of Hong Kong, Butterworths.

Glass, D.A. (2004), Freight Forwarding & Multimodal Transport Contracts, London: LLP.

Stewart C. Boyd [et al.] (2008), Scrutton on charterparties and bills of lading, 21st ed., London: Sweet & Maxwell.

Treitel, G. and Others (2005), Carver on Bills of Lading, 2nd ed., London: Sweet & Maxwell.

Recommended law report, periodicals and newspapers

Lloyd's Law Reports

Journal of International Maritime Law

Lloyd's Maritime and Commercial Law Quarterly

Lloyd’s Maritime Law Newsletter

Shipping & Trade Law (newsletter)

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Subject Title Cargo Operations and Management

Credit Value 3

Level 3



Nil

Role and Purposes

This subject introduces students to the technical, operational and regulatory knowledge concerning the safe and efficient transport of seaborne cargoes (Outcomes 3 and 6). It develops students’ capabilities in the management of cargo handling and transport planning (Outcome 11). It contributes to the safety and efficiency of ship management and cargo operations (Outcome 8).



a. Prepare cargo handling and storage plans;

b. Supervise loading and unloading of seaborne cargoes;

c. Design and plan cargo transport and handling schemes;

d. Apply the principles and safe practices for arranging stowage and securing of cargoes;

e. Recommend cargo plans for special cargoes and hazardous cargoes ; and

f. Apply technical knowledge regarding inspection of cargo equipment and prevention of pollution to the marine environment and of threats to occupational safety.

Studying this subject will also help develop students’ skills in critical and problem solving. It helps develop their ability in pursuing life-long learning. It also promotes students’ global outlook.


Shipboard Cargo Handling

Handling of break bulk cargo; Handling of solid bulk and liquid bulk cargo; Cargo loading, stowage, securing and discharge ; Vehicles on Ro-Ro vessels; Basic principles for container stowage, packing, lashing and securing; Lashing and securing of deck cargoes; Methods of packing and securing of cargoes; Forces acting on cargo during transport.

Cargo Handling Equipment

Type and care of shipboard handling and securing equipment; Loading and unloading equipment for dry and liquid bulk cargoes; Equipment for handling

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pallets and containers; Survey, inspection and certification of cargo equipment.

Regulations

Regulations for the transport of dangerous goods; Packing, handling, stowage, segregation and securing of dangerous goods; Terminal arrangement, layout of quays and transit sheds; Handling and storage of packaged dangerous goods in port areas; Safe packing and securing of cargo in freight containers and vehicles; Marking, labelling and placarding of cargo; Consequences and responsibilities of cargo problems; Choice of Cargo Transport Units (CTU) type.

Contemporary and Ethical issues

Container operations and trends; pollution prevention and environmental protections; maritime occupational health and safety; code of safe practice.


Lectures are to introduce the concepts of the covered topics, and to elaborate areas of importance and difficulty, providing a framework to focus on text reading and the corresponding tutorials. Tutorials after each lecture are to encourage students to apply the knowledge they learn through various activities, including discussions, case studies, and / or presentations. Group work may be used to motivate peer learning among students.



% weighting


a b c d e f

Coursework 50%

Examination 50%

Total 100 %


Through quiz and/or assignment, students can better understand the concepts applied to the trade situations, and clarify the concepts of cargo handling. Through group work, each small group of students is required to undertake a topic of interest in the handling of marine cargo, with due regard to the observance of the rules and regulations as required by international/national practices of safe handling of seaborne cargoes by sea carriers. The aforementioned assessment methods can be designed to facilitate measurement of learning outcomes (b), (c) and (e).

Written examination can allow students to demonstrate their abilities of understanding the principles of designing/planning cargo operation matters and correctly applying relevant knowledge in execution of cargo plans, inspection of cargo equipment, and prevention of pollution/threats to safety. Written examination can be designed to measure the learning outcomes (a), (d), and (f).


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Class contact:

Lecture 28 Hrs.

Tutorial 14 Hrs.


Reading 45 Hrs.

Discussion 40 Hrs.



Essential Textbook

House, David. J. (2005), Cargo Work for Maritime Operation. London: Butterworth-Heinemann.


Strauch, W., Wild, Y., Scharnow, R. (2008), Container Handbook. Marine and Loss Prevention Dept. of GDV

Isbester J. (2010), Bulk Carrier Practice. London: Nautical Institute London

Knott, J.R. (2002), Lashing and Securing of Deck Cargoes. London: Nautical Institute London

Thomas R. E. (2010), Thomas' stowage: The Properties and Stowage of Cargoes. Glasgow: Brown, Son & Ferguson

ICS/OCIMF (2006), International Safety Guide for Oil Tankers and Terminals. London: Witherby

Supplementary References

Dekker, R. Voogd, P. and van Asperen, E. (2006), Advanced Methods for Container Stacking. In: Kim K. H. & Günther H.O. (Eds.), Container Terminals and Cargo Systems: Design, Operations Management, and Logistics Control Issues (pp. 131-154). New York: Springer.

Borgman, B., van Asperen, E. and Dekker, R. (2010), Online Rules for Container Stacking. OR Spectrum, 32, 687-716

Derrett D.R. (2006), Ship Stability for Masters and Mates. London: Heinemann

IMO, International Maritime Solid Bulk Cargoes Code (IMSBC Code) (latest edition). London: International Maritime Organization

IMO, International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code (IMDG Code) (latest edition). London: International Maritime Organization

IMO, International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code Supplement (latest edition). London: International Maritime Organization

IMO, IMO/ILO/UN ECE Guideline for Packing of Cargo Transport Unites (latest edition). London: International Maritime Organization

IMO, International Code for the Safe Carriage of Grain in Bulk (latest edition). London: International Maritime Organization

IMO, Code of Safe Practice for Ships Carrying Timber Deck Cargo (latest edition). London: International Maritime Organization

IMO, Code of Practice for the Safe Loading and Unloading of Bulk Carriers (latest edition). London: International Maritime Organization

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IMO, International Convention for the Safe Containers (latest edition). London: International Maritime Organization

IMO, Code of Safe Practice for Cargo Stowage and Securing (latest edition). London: International Maritime Organization

IMO, Crude Oil Washing System (latest edition). London: International Maritime Organization

ILO Code of Practice, Safety and Health in Dock Work (latest edition). Geneva, ILO office

ILO Convention No.152, Occupational Safety and Health (Dock Work) Convention

International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships, 1973/78 (MARPOL)

Recommended periodicals and magazines

Seaview (Journal of the Institute of Seatransport)

Maritime Policy & Management

Online magazine: Tanker Operator. http://www.tankeroperator.com

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Subject Title Intermediate Business Statistics

Credit Value 3

Level 3


Pre-requisite AMA1501 Introduction to Statistics for Business

Role and Purposes

To enable students to use a number of standard inferential techniques, to be aware of the assumptions underlying them, and to be able to interpret the results in a managerial context. (Outcome 3)

To understand the role and limitations of more advanced statistical methods in management. (Outcome 3)

To be able to use a computer for the analysis of data. (Outcome 6)


On successfully completing this subject, students will be able to:

a. Have a full understanding of the principles, concepts and techniques in intermediate level business statistics.

b. Understand the basic technical and analytical skills for intermediate level business statistics.

c. Understand the application of intermediate level statistics in a managerial context (rather than the underlying mathematics of them), for management decision-making.

Students are expected to be able to demonstrate a range of skills to solve problems in business statistics. These include:

d. Critical thinking and analytical skills that include the capability to identify assumptions, evaluate statements, detect false logic and formulate problems.

e. Effective problem solving and decision-making using appropriate analytical skills including identifying, formulating and solving problems in business statistics.

f. Numeracy and quantitative skills including the use of models of business statistics.

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Nonparametric Statistics

Sign test, runs test, Mann-Whitney U test, Kriskal-Wallis test, Spearman rank correlation, Kolmogorov-Smirnov Test.

Analysis of Variance

Underlying statistical models; one and two factors and interactions.

Regression

Simple linear regression. Multiple regression. Hypothesis tests and confidence intervals for individual parameters. The F test. R squared. Dummy variables. Non-linear regression.

Introduction to Multivariate Concepts

Underlying concepts and use of techniques, like Multiple Regression Analysis, MANOVA.

Use of Computer

Use of a computer for analysing statistical data.


Lectures will be used to present the basic technical material and illustrate its use. Seminars will be used in part for the class to go over exercises. The seminars will also be used for computer work with appropriate statistical software to analyse more complex problems.



% weighting


a b c d e f

Assignments 25 %

Test 25 %

Examination 50 %

Total 100 %

Explanation of the appropriateness of the assessment methods in assessing the intended learning outcomes: The assessment methods include assignments, test and examination. Problems will be set to test the students’ performance with respect to the learning outcomes.


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Class contact:

Lectures 28 Hrs.

Seminars 14 Hrs.


Assignments 16 Hrs.

Revisions 68 Hrs.



Levin, R.I. & Rubin, D.S., Statistics for Management, 7th edition, Prentice-Hall.

Wonnacott, T.H. and Wonnacott, R.J., Introductory Statistics for Business and

Economics, 4th edition, Wiley.

Hair, J.F. et al., Multivariate Data Analysis, 7th edition, Prentice-Hall.

Levine, D. M. et al., Statistics for managers using Microsoft Excel, 6th edition,

Prentice Hall.

Hanke, J.E. and Wichern, D.W., Business Forecasting, 9th edition, Prentice-Hall.

McClave, J.T. et al., Statistics for Business and Economics, 11th edition, Prentice-

Hall.

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Subject Title Management Science

Credit Value 3

Level 3



Nil

Role and Purposes

To introduce to students the methodology of Management Science as a scientific approach to managerial decision making.

To impart in students the concepts, theories and techniques of a variety of management science methods. (Outcomes 3 and 6)

To develop students’ ability and confidence in the use of management science methods for solving management decision problems. (Outcome 8)



a. Have a basic understanding of the principles, concepts and techniques in management science.

b. Understand the basic technical and analytical skills for management science.

c. Understand the application of management science in a managerial context for management decision-making.

Students are expected to be able to demonstrate a range of skills to solve problems in management science. These include:

d. Critical thinking and analytical skills that include the capability to identify assumptions, evaluate statements, detect false logic and formulate problems.

e. Effective problem solving and decision-making using appropriate analytical skills including identifying, formulating and solving problems in management science.

f. Numeracy and quantitative skills including the use of models in management science.


The methodology of Management Science.

Linear Programming: model formulation, graphical solution for two variable problems, the Simplex algorithm, sensitivity analysis.

Transportation and Transshipment Problems: MODI method, Unbalanced Transportation Problems, Degeneracy in Transportation Problems.

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Assignment Problems: Hungarian method.

Integer Programming: model formulation, Branch & Bound methods.

Goal Programming.

Network Analysis: Minimal spanning tree, Maximal flow, Shortest route.


Concepts and techniques will be introduced through lectures. In seminars students are required to apply their knowledge and skills to analyse and solve various management science problems. Use of relevant computer packages will be included.



% weighting


a b c d e f

1. Assignments 20%

2. Class Participation 4%

3. Test 26%

4. Examination 50%

Total 100 %

Explanation of the appropriateness of the assessment methods in assessing the intended learning outcomes: The assessment methods include assignments, class participation, test and examination. Problems will be set to test the students’ performance with respect to the learning outcomes.



Class contact:

Lectures 28 Hrs.

Seminars 14 Hrs.


Assignments 16 Hrs.

Revisions 68 Hrs.



B. Render, R.M. Stair and M.E. Hanna, Quantitative Analysis for Management, 10th edition, Prentice Hall, 2009.

F.S. Hillier and M.S. Hillier, Introduction to Management Science: A Modeling and Case Studies Approach with Spreadsheets, 4th edition, McGraw Hill, 2011.

D.R. Anderson, D.J. Sweeney, T.A. Williams and K. Martin, An Introduction to Management Science: Quantitative Approaches to Decision Making, 13th edition, South-Western, 2011.

Weiss, QM for Windows, Version 3.1, Prentice Hall, 2006.

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Subject Title Quality Management

Credit Value 3

Level 3



Nil

Role and Purposes

This subject examines quality management as an integration of the customer-oriented aspects of the quality of product / service, process and people in organizations.



a. outline the concepts and dimensions of product and service quality in a competitive and value / supply chain context

b. analyse the design and implementation of a quality management system for ensuring conformance and continuous improvement of quality

c. evaluate the quality culture development process with reference to human resource management practice and leadership in organisations


Concepts of quality and a study framework for quality management

Dimensions and attributes of competitive product and service quality

Service quality management and improvement

Quality Function Deployment techniques for product / service design

Supplier quality audit and control

Variability control of product: acceptance sampling techniques

Variability control of process: use of control charts

Quality management systems and awards

ISO 9001: 2008 – implementation and improvement

Quality culture and organisational citizenship behaviour

Leadership and human resource management for quality performance


Lectures are used to introduce to students the concepts and applications of quality management. In tutorials, students are required to participate in discussing selected topics in detail and exploring context-specific issues. They will also be guided to search for new information on the topics.

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% weighting


a b c

Group presentation in tutorial

15%

Quiz 15%

Individual essay assignment

20%

Exam 50%

Total 100 %

Coursework (50%): group presentation in tutorial, quiz, and individual essay assignment.

Group presentation and discussion to further illustrate the contents presented in lectures

Quiz: 5 short questions on the concepts and operational functions of quality management

Individual essay assignment: essay in 1500-2000 words on topics in product / process / people aspects of quality management

Exam (50%): 3-hour closed-book exam testing students' analytical and integrative thinking and knowledge in quality management.

Note: To pass this subject, students are required to obtain Grade D or above in both the Coursework and Exam components.


Class contact:

Lectures 28 Hrs.

Tutorials 14 Hrs.


Self studies and group work 84 Hrs.



Textbook

Foster, S. T. (2013) Managing Quality: Integrating the Supply Chain, Pearson Education,

Reference Journals

International Journal of Operations and Production Management

International Journal of Production Economics

International Journal of Production Research

International Journal of Quality and Reliability Management

Journal of Operations Management

Managing Service Quality

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Quality Progress

Total Quality Management & Business Excellence

The Quality Management Journal

The TQM Journal

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Subject Title Warehousing and Materials Management

Credit Value 3

Level 3


Pre-requisite/ Co-requisite/ Exclusion

Nil

Role and Purposes

To provide students with the methods and tools necessary for the design and management of warehousing, materials handling systems, and inventory control. In particular, this subject emphasizes the importance of information and system integration with supply chain members (Outcome 6), value creation through user participation (Outcome 8), and the use of a process perspective to improve warehouses and inventory systems quantitatively. On completion students will be able to both analyse existing systems and recommend improvement solutions (Outcome 11).



a. Design and manage warehousing, material handling and inventory control systems.

b. Improve existing warehousing, material handling and inventory control systems.


Materials handling systems and their objectives: cost reduction, increased productive capacity and better working conditions. Types of handling equipment in manufacturing and warehousing: conveyors, cranes, hoists, and trucks. Their advantages and limitations. Automatic guided vehicles (AGV), Automatic storage and retrieval systems (AS/RS); Critical analysis and measuring the efficiency of existing systems. The unit load concept. Selection of the most appropriate equipment in particular situations. Integration with warehousing systems. Economic analysis of different systems. Planning, layout and design of different types of warehouses. Automation and IT systems in warehouses and materials handling computer systems. Inventory planning and control. Advanced EOQ models and safety stock. Fixed order quantity inventory control. Fixed order cycle inventory control. Just-in-time scheduling.


Concepts, theories and key issues will be introduced to students in lectures. Case studies will be used to illustrate some application aspects and to stimulate discussions leading to context-specific knowledge. Students are required to apply the knowledge to analyse some contemporary issues.

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% weighting


a b

Continuous Assessment

40%

Examination 60%

Total 100 %


The achievement of the two learning outcomes will be dependent on students’ knowledge in conceptual theories and ability to apply certain quantitative techniques.

Since examination is effective in assessing the knowledge level in conceptual theories and continuous assessment (including assignments and projects) is effective in assessing the ability in applying techniques, both methods will be needed to assess the two outcomes of this subject.



Class contact:

Lectures 28 Hrs.

Seminars 14 Hrs.


Preparation for lectures and seminars 42 Hrs.

Preparation for assignments/projects 42 Hrs.



Wood, D.F., Wardlow, D.L., Murphy, P.R., Johnson, J.C. (2007) Contemporary Logistics, Prentice Hall, Upper Saddle River, N.J.

Frazelle, E. (2002) World-Class Warehousing and Material Handling, McGraw-Hill, Boston.

Render, B., Stair, R.M. Jr. (2009) Quantitative Analysis for Management, Prentice-Hall.

Francis, R.L., McGinnis, L., and White, J.A. (1992) Facility Layout and Location: An analytical Approach, Prentice-Hall, Englewood Cliffs, NJ.

Mulcahy, D. (1994) Warehouse distribution & operations Handbook, McGraw-Hill, Boston Ackerman, K.B. (1997) Practical Handbook of warehousing, Chapman & Hall, New York

Muther, R., Wheeler, J.D. (1994) Simplified Systematic Layout Planning, Management and Industrial Publication, Kansas City, MO.

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Sims R.E. (1992) Material Handling Systems, In handbook of Industrial Engineering, New York: John Wiley & Sons.

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Subject Title Introduction to Enterprise Resource Planning System

Credit Value 3

Level 3



Nil

Role and Purposes

This course is to introduce the most important issues, technologies, usages, and concepts associated with ERP systems and their applications in business firms, where a commercial ERP system, such as SAP, will be used as a learning platform for students. (Outcomes 6 and 11)

The objective is to enable students to:

1. understand the basic concepts and technologies of ERP systems (Outcome 6);

2. be familiar with the basic usage of ERP systems, such as SAP (Outcome 6);

3. be able to analyze important issues in implementing an ERP system in a firm (Outcome 11);

4. develop ability and confidence in exploiting benefits from ERP systems and/or other information technology for business.



1. To demonstrate a clear and relevant understanding of the definitions, importance, potential business values, and relevant technologies of ERP systems;

2. To demonstrate the ability in learning the applications of ERP and using the up-to-date ERP systems (such as SAP) for business

3. To demonstrate a clear understanding of the life-cycle model of the process that a firm goes through with ERP systems

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Topics Sub-topics Remarks

Introduction to ERP

Introduction to the course

Introduction to ERP and ERP Life Cycle

Lectures and Case Study

ERP Market Awareness- History, Present, and Future

Business Functions and Business Process

Business Process Modeling

Management with ERP systems

Data Management in ERP Lectures and Lab Tutorials, with a commercial ERP system, such as SAP, as a learning platform for students’ practice and for the lecturer’s demonstration

Sales and marketing management with ERP

Procurement management with ERP

Production Management with ERP

Accounting, finance, and human resource management with ERP

Managing the Life Cycle of an ERP Project

ERP Initiatives & Selection Lectures, Case Study, and Group Project ERP Design and Implementation

After ERP going live

Selected advanced topics on ERP

Business intelligence with ERP (1): Forecasting and data mining

Lectures, Case Study, Demonstration, and Site visit/Invited speaker


During lectures, basic concepts of ERP and ERP systems will be introduced, and case studies will be discussed.

During tutorials, students will be guided to practice applications and usages of ERP systems in a computer lab.



% weighting


1 2 3

Coursework 50 %

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Examination 50 %

Total 100 %


The coursework includes a series of tutorial exercises of using ERP systems, and assignments and case studies. They are used to assess the subject outcomes 1 and 2 respectively. The final exam is based on questions relevant to basic concepts of ERP and a case study about the ERP life cycle, which are relevant to subject outcomes 1 and 3.



Class contact:

Lectures 28 Hrs.

Tutorials 14 Hrs.


Assignment and Self-Study 42 Hrs.

Additional Exercises on ERP after class 42 Hrs.




Monk, Ellen and Wagner, Bret J. (2009) Concepts in Enterprise Resource Planning, 3rd Edition, Course Technology Cengage Learning

Useful Reference Textbooks

O’Leary, Daniel E. (2000) Enterprise Resource Planning Systems: Systems, Life cycle, Electronic Commerce, and Risk, Cambridge University Press

Bradford, Marianne. (2010) Modern ERP: Select, Implement & Use Today's Advanced Business Systems, 2nd Edition, Lulu

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Subject Title International Study Tour in Shipping and Logistics

Credit Value 3

Level 3


Pre-requisite LGT2009 Introduction to Shipping and Transport Logistics Operations OR LGT2509 Maritime Introduction

Role and Purposes

This subject provides a learning environment in which students will have first-hand experience and knowledge of the management, operations and environments of business activities concerning shipping, logistics and supply chain management. (Outcome 8).

To provide an environment of active classroom in which students interact with professionals in relevant organizations outside Hong Kong. It provides opportunity of learning experience to understand real-world business operations with a global perspective. (Outcome 2)

Students are empowered to organize the study tour and solve all problems (e.g., financial management and logistical planning) in connection to the study tour (Outcomes 3 and 7), and to exercise the skills of leadership and team work. (Outcome 9)



a. Appraise different operations in international shipping, logistics and supply chains in other parts of the region.

b. Analyze issues of international shipping, logistics and supply chain by interacting with professionals in other parts of the region.

c. Appreciate the differences in culture, social values, and economic development by communicating with the people in other parts of the region.

d. Apply skills and competence in planning and managing an international study tour.


Leadership and team building

Offering of opportunities for applying leadership skills, building teams and motivating peers

Organizational structure and operations in international shipping and logistics industry

Development of organizational structure and operations in international shipping and logistics under the impact of globalization, knowledge transfer and management in multinational enterprises

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Some selected topics according to the business nature of the organizations to be visited

Examples discussion topics include: 1) industry and organizational backgrounds, 2) the economy, history, culture and customs of the county to be visited, 3) related global or regional issues (e.g., economic downturn) and their possible impact, 4) social or ethical concerns (e.g., green practices) and 5) business communication skills, etc.


The teaching/learning approach is mainly interactive in and outside classroom, supported by preparatory lectures and seminars prior the study tour. Theories and practical issues are to be discussed in respect to local market situation of the tour destination.

A Planning and Executive Committee is to be formed by students under the facilitation of subject lecturers, which is responsible for planning of itinerary, drawing up budget, documentation, handling of account, tendering for travel agents and managing all activities during the tour.



% weighting


a b c d e

1.Continuous assessment

100%

Total 100 %


The learning outcomes of this subject are so diverse that they include practical business knowledge and personal development concerns. By using continuous assessment, students’ leadership skills, contributions as a team player, insights acquired through the visits and lessons learnt through the organization of the tour will be assessed by using peer review, participation records, subject lectures’ observation and the final reports.


Class contact:

Meetings, discussions, and administration duties 42 Hrs.

Hrs.


Team discussions and preparation 40 Hrs.

Report preparation 24 Hrs.

Total student study effort (excluding the tour which will be conducted after the semester) 106 Hrs.


Essential Readings

Rama, Marie (2012), Corporate Governance and Corruption: Ethical Dilemmas of Asian Business Groups, Journal of Business Ethics, Vol.109(4), pp.501-

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519.

Petrick, Joseph ; Cragg, Wesley ;Sañudo, Martha (2011), Business Ethics in North America: Trends and Challenges, Journal of Business Ethics, Vol.104(1), pp.51-62.

Alderton, P.M. (2008), Port Management and Operations, 3rd Ed., London: LLP.

Bowden, John (2011), Writing a Report: How to prepare, write and present really effective reports, Oxford: How To Book.

Annual reports, databases and/or websites of companies and government departments.

Supplementary Readings

Bichou, K., Bell, M.G.H. and Evans, A. (2007), Risk Management in Port Operations, Logistics and Supply Chain Security, London: Informa Law.

Faass, Josephine (2010), Florida's Approach to Natural Resource Damage Assessment: A Short, Sweet Model for States Seeking Compensation, Ecological Restoration, Vol.28(1), pp.32-39.

Indicative Readings

Selected articles from the following journals and web-pages.

Maritime Policy & Management


Journal of Business Logistics

International Journal of Physical Distribution & Logistics Management

Journal of Business Ethics

Lloyd’s of London at http://www.lloyds.com

Fairplay http://www.fairplay.co.uk

Tradewinds http://www.tradewinds.no

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Subject Title Study Tour and Visits in Global Supply Chain Management

Credit Value 3

Level 3


Pre-requisite LGT2106 Principles of Operations Management

Role and Purposes

This subject provides a learning environment in which students will have first-hand experience and knowledge of the management, operations and environments of business activities concerning shipping, logistics and supply chain management. (Outcome 8)

To provide an environment of active classroom in which students interact with professionals in relevant organizations outside Hong Kong. It provides opportunity of learning experience to understand real-world business operations with a global perspective. (Outcome 2)

Students are empowered to organize the study tour and solve all problems (e.g., financial management and logistical planning) in connection to the study tour (Outcomes 3 and 7), and to exercise the skills of leadership and team work. (Outcome 9)



Appraise different operations in international shipping, logistics and supply chains in other parts of the region.

a. Analyze issues of international shipping, logistics and supply chain by interacting with professionals in other parts of the region.

b. Appreciate the differences in culture, social values, and economic development by communicating with the people in other parts of the region.

c. Apply skills and competence in planning and managing an international study tour.


Leadership and team building

Offering of opportunities for applying leadership skills, building teams and motivating peers

Organizational structure and operations in international shipping and logistics industry

Development of organizational structure and operations in international shipping and logistics under the impact of globalization, knowledge transfer and management in multinational enterprises

Some selected topics according to the business nature of the organizations to be visited

Examples discussion topics include: 1) industry and organizational 63

backgrounds, 2) the economy, history, culture and customs of the county to be visited and 3) business communication skills, etc.


The teaching/learning approach is mainly interactive in and outside classroom, supported by preparatory lectures and seminars prior the study tour. Theories and practical issues are to be discussed in respect to local market situation of the tour destination.

A Planning and Executive Committee is to be formed by students under the facilitation of subject lecturers, which is responsible for planning of itinerary, drawing up budget, documentation, handling of account, tendering for travel agents and managing all activities during the tour.



% weighting


a b c d e


100%

Total 100 %


The learning outcomes of this subject are so diverse that they include practical business knowledge and personal development concerns. By using continuous assessment, students’ leadership skills, contributions as a team player, insights acquired through the visits and lessons learnt through the organization of the tour will be assessed by using peer review, participation records, subject lectures’ observation and the final reports.


Class contact:

Meetings, discussions, and administration duties 42 Hrs.

Hrs.


Team discussions and preparation 40 Hrs.

Report preparation 24 Hrs.

Total student study effort (excluding the tour which will be conducted after the semester) 106 Hrs.


References

Besterfield, D. H., Besterfield-Michna, C. B., Besterfield, G. H. and Besterfield-Sacre, M. (2003), Total Quality Management, Prentice Hall, New Jersey.

Lai, K. H. and Cheng, T. C. E. (2006), Just-in-time Logistics, McGraw-Hill, Singapore.

Monczka, R.M., Trent, R., and Handfield, R.B. (2006) Purchasing and Supply Chain Management, South-Western College Pub.

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Lun Y.H. Venus, Lai, K. H., and Cheng, T.C. E. (2006), Shipping and Transport Logistics, McGraw-Hill, Singapore.

Journals

Journal of Business Logistics


Journal of Supply Chain Management

Transportation Research

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Subject Title Management of Maritime Organisations

Credit Value 3

Level 4



Nil

Role and Purposes

This subject “Management of Maritime Organisations” is designed to provide broad, analytical and integrated study of the management of maritime organisations within the framework of the relevant international conventions which governs the practices of international shipping. This subject facilitates the understanding of how commercial and government organisations in the international maritime infrastructure are organised and managed (Outcomes 2 and 10). The course analyses the nature of the influences imposed by the relevant international conventions on the safe operation of ocean going vessels (Outcome 11). It also nurtures the development of strategic perspective for the management of maritime organizations with respect to safety, quality and environmental proection (Outcomes 10 and 11).



a. Demonstrate relevant professional knowledge and understanding of maritime organisations, the external environment in which they operate and how they are managed.

b. Understand and respond to changes in international conventions with respect to the management issues of maritime security, marine environment, port state control, safety of life at sea, and the consideration of the future operations of maritime organisations and the external environment in which they operate.

c. Analyse the inter-relationships among and the integration of these areas within the overall student learning experience.


The roles and functions of United Nations and other International Organisations (IMO, ILO, UNCTAD, WHO) in the maritime context. International conventions and national regulations: responsibilities of shipowners and crews; reports, declaration and certification requirements. Flagging policy and decisions; flag state and ship registration practices.. Design and development of safety management systems in maritime organizations using ISM Code. Seafarers training, certification and watchkeeping requirements according to STCW95 and other relevant international conventions, and ILO guidelines. The public and private functions of maritime administrations. Relationships with port authorities and international agencies on Port State control. Human factors in maritime safety. Issues of maritime security and ISPS Code. Green maritime environment.

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Lectures supplemented by small group activities such as tutorials, seminar, and presentations. In the lectures the general principles of the syllabus will be presented and developed. Students are expected to take an active part in the learning processes which the appropriate include Learning-to-Learn techniques and group projects. LEARN@PolyU (Blackboard) and online tools will be used extensively.



% weighting


a b c

1. Coursework

Mini-project

Presentation

40%

30%

10%

2. Examination 60%

Total 100 %


Since the course focuses on the management of maritime organisations, case analysis and learning from practical, work-based experiences form an important constituent of student assessment. Coursework in the form of mini-project which targets some critical issues in the intermodal transport business will reinforce theoretical concepts learnt during the lectures and enable their applications in real-life operational situations. Presentation of student projects in the form of seminars will enhance students’ communications skills and reinforce their concepts through two-way dialogue and discussions.

Final examination is an open-book examination that assesses students’ in-depth understanding on the theoretical concepts of the subject and the ability to apply conceptual framework in real business case analysis.

Students would be given regular feedback on their performance, by email or as comments on assignments submitted.



Class contact:

Lectures 28 Hrs.

Tutorials/seminars 14 Hrs.


Self study 42 Hrs.

Coursework 42 Hrs.


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Essential:

Ship Management ; London : Drewry Shipping Consultants Ltd. c2006

Guide to international ship registers and ship management services ; Colchester England : LLP Ltd.

Annual report on Port state control in the Asia‐Pacific region; Tokyo MOU, Current year.

Maritime security : an introduction / Michael McNicholas ; McNicholas, Michael; Burlington, Mass. : Butterworth-Heinemann c2008.

MARPOL : how to do it. Manual on the practical implications of ratifying, implementing and enforcing MARPOL 73/78 ; London : International Maritime Organization 2003.

Supplemetnary:

Law of the sea / Majorie B. Paulsen, editor ; New York : Nova Science Publishers c2007

IMO conventions, codes and amendments: items entering into force between 1998 and 2010.

Lloyd's ship manager ; London : Lloyd's of London Press 1980-2009.

ISM code [electronic resource] : a practical guide to the legal and insurance implications / by Philip Anderson ; Anderson, Philip,London : Lloyd's of London Press 2005

STCW 95 : International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification, and Watchkeeping for Seafarers, 1978, as amended in 1995 and 1997 (STCW Convention) ... and Seafarer's Training, Certification, and Watchkeeping Code (STCW Code), including resolution 2 of the 1995 STCW Conference, as amended in 1997, 1998, and 2000 ; London : International Maritime Organization 2001.

Lloyd's MIU handbook of maritime security / edited by Rupert Herbert-Burns, Sam Bateman, Peter Lehr ; Boca Raton : CRC Press ; London : Lloyd's MIU c2009.

Clean seas complying with MARPOL 73/78 [interactive multimedia] : MARPOL Annex I : prevention of pollution by oil ; Philippines : IDESS Interactive Technologies IDESS IT Inc. 2010

Ship registration [electronic resource] : law and practice / by Richard Coles, Edward Watt ; Coles, Richard M. F; London : Informa 2009

Guidelines for port state control officers carrying out inspections under the Maritime Labour Convention, 2006 / International Labour Organization; Geneva : International Labour Office 2009.

ISPS code [videorecording] / designed & developed by KARCO ; Mumbai : KARCO c2009.

Indicative Periodical:

Fairplay- The International Shipping Weekly

Maritime Economics and Logistics Journal


Maritime Transport, OECD publication

WMU Journal of Maritime Affairs

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Subject Title Shipbroking and Chartering Management

Credit Value 3

Level 4



Nil

Role and Purposes

To give students a thorough understanding of dry-bulk and tanker chartering and sale and purchase of ships in theory and in practice. (Outcomes 5 and 11)



a. Understand the essential elements of shipbroking and chartering practice.

b. Understand of various types of chartering and its principles.

c. Prepare charters and evaluate chartering decisions.

d. Obtain a general understanding of the ship sale and purchase.

e. Explore the legal aspects related to chartering management.

Studying this subject will also help develop students’ relevant communication skills in shipbroking and chartering.


Overview of ship chartering market; Composition of the freight market; participants in the freight market and their interests and concerns; Market activities and indicators of the state of the market; Basic concepts of ship chartering; Role and liability of shipbrokers; Information network; Freight market reports; Chartering information centres and organisations; Offers and counter-offers; Main charter terms and details; Post-fixture follow-ups; Different types of charters; Costs and risk allocation in different types of charters; Standard charterparty forms; Practical considerations in drafting charterparties; Voyage estimating; Laytime calculation; ballast bonus; Sources of information for ship sale and purchase activities; Roles of sale and purchase brokers, Standard ship saleforms.


A combination of lectures, tutorials and students-directed learning activities will be included in this subject. Basic concepts and technical knowledge of brokering and chartering will be covered in lectures. Cases and examples will be discussed in tutorials.

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% weighting


a b c d e

1. Coursework 40%

2. Examination 60%

Total 100 %


A group assignment will be designed to analyse a real chartering case.



Class contact:

Lecture 28 Hrs.

Tutorial 14 Hrs.


Review tests 42 Hrs.

Assignment 42 Hrs.



References

BIMCO (2009), Check before Fixing, Copenhagen, BIMCO.

Gorton L., Hillenius P., Ihre R., and Sandevarn A. (2009) Shipbroking and Chartering Practice (7th Edition) Lloyds of London Press.

Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers (2009). Dry Cargo Chartering, London: Witherbys.

Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers (2009). Tanker Chartering, London: Witherbys.

Packard W. (1978), Voyage Estimating, London: Fairplay.

Packard W. (1979), Laytime Calculating, London: Fairplay.

Packard W.V. (1995), Shipping Pools, London: Fairplay.

Wilson J. F. (2008), Carriage of Goods by Sea, Pearson.

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Subject Title Advanced Navigation and Ship Handling

Credit Value 3

Level 4


Pre-requisite LGT3004 Navigation and Communication Systems

Role and Purposes

This subject introduces students to a full knowledge of the practical management of ships in both normal navigational situations and in emergencies. It also introduces students to the fundamental principles in operating and managing safe marine operations.



a. Prepare and execute a safe passage; Manage bridge resources and bridge team effectively;

b. Manage and execute berthing and un-berthing operations; and

c. Conduct and coordinate maritime search and rescue operations.


Practices of navigation; instruments in use; tidal calculations; bridge procedures; principles and practices of collision avoidance; vessel traffic management services; position reporting systems; use and interpretation of weather data; bridge resources management; bridge teamwork; passage planning and monitoring; ship maneuvering; berthing and un-berthing; use of tugs and other maneuvering devices; managing emergencies in port and at sea: towage, salvage and offshore supply; sea survival; search and rescue.


In the lectures, the general principles of topics will be presented and developed. In the tutorial and laboratory, students will develop and apply the general principles of the topic in simulation and other student-centred activities.

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% weighting


a b c d e

1. Coursework 60%

2. Examination 40%

Total 100 %


The assessment of coursework and examination is adequately used to reflect the understanding of the legal and practical issues in the subject areas.



Class contact:

Lecture 28 Hrs.

Tutorial / Laboratory 22 Hrs.


Self Study 70 Hrs.

Visits to ships / piers 6 Hrs.



Essential

Danton, G. (1996), The Theory and Practice of Seamanship, 11th edition, London: Routledge.

House, D.J. (2006), Navigation for Masters, London: Witherby.

MacElrevey, D.H. (2004), Shiphandling for the Mariner, Centerville, Md.: Cornell Maritime Press.

Supplementary

Admiralty Manual of Navigation (1987) Volume 1. London: Her Majesty’s Stationery Office.

House, D.J. (2007), Ship Handling, Oxford: Elsiever

Marsden, R.G. (2003), Marsden on Collisions at Sea, London: Sweet & Maxwell.

Williamson, P.R. (2001), Ship Manoeuvring Principles and Pilotage, London: Witherby and Co. Ltd.

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Indicative

Barrass, C.B. (2009), Ship Squat and Interaction, Volumes 1 & 2. Edinburgh: Witherby Seamanship International

Wilde, J.N. (2008), Navigation – Guidance for Senior Students, Southampton: Warsash Publishing

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Subject Title Stability, Stress and Loadlines

Credit Value 3

Level 4



Nil

Role and Purposes

This subject introduces students to the fundamental principles of ship stability and strengths. It provides students with a full knowledge of stresses on ships’ structure. It also introduces students to the concepts of loadlines and principles of its assignment. (Outcome 11)



a. Solve stability and integrity problems of ships; Support and effect safety management and operations of ships;

b. Evaluate a ship’s stability; Plan a full ship load; and

c. Recommend suitable securing plans for special cargoes.


Ship geometry; form coefficients of ships; transverse and longitudinal stability; dynamical stability; concepts of anti-roll devices; damaged condition stability, bilging and permeability; principles of inclining experiment; effect of freeboard and beam on stability; intact stability of advanced marine vehicles; drydocking and grounding; special cargo, wind and wave excitation factors in stability; principles of cargo securing; stresses on cargo securing systems; effect of change of density; use of hydrostatic curves; use of stability booklets and loading manuals; international conventions, codes and national regulations; regulatory requirement on stability; conditions of loadlines assignment; liquid pressure and thrust; stresses on a ship’s structure; bending and shear stresses; planning of cargo operations to minimise stress and bending moments.


In the lectures, the general principles of topics will be presented and developed. In the tutorials, students will develop and apply the general principles of the topic in student-centred activities.

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% weighting


a b c d e

1. Coursework 50%

2. Examination 50%

Total 100 %


The assessments of coursework and examination are adequately used to reflect the understanding of the legal and practical issues in the subject areas.



Class contact:

Lecture 28 Hrs.

Tutorial 14 Hrs.


Self Study 84 Hrs.

Hrs.



References

Relevant treaties to date

Clark, I.C. (2002), The management of merchant ship stability, trim and strength: a guide to the theory, rules and calculations carried out to ensure that a vessel maintains seaworthy stability and trim whilst remaining within its limits of strength, London: Nautical Institute.

Derrett D.R. (1999), Ship Stability, London: Heinemann.

Isbester J. (1993), Bulk Carrier Practice, London: Nautical Institute London.

Kemp, J. F. (2001), Ship Stability Notes and Examples, Oxford: Butterworth-Heinemann.

Lester A.R. (1985), Merchant Ship Stability, London: Butterworths.

Rawson, K.J. (2001), Basic Ship Theory, Boston: Butterworth-Heinemann.

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Subject Title Port Planning and Management

Credit Value 3

Level 4



Nil

Role and Purposes

This subject introduces students to the principles and practices of port operations (Outcome 3). It provides students with a comprehensive knowledge of the nature of port, its development, and its management (Outcomes 8 and 9). It also introduces students to the roles and functions of ports in the economic and transport infrastructure of a territory.



a. Solve managerial and technical problems in operating a port;

b. Support the continuous development and enhancement of port;

c. Evaluate port development plans;

d. Recommend necessary port facilities and equipment;

e. Develop, coordinate, manage and control emergencies in port;

Studying this subject will also help develop students’ skills in critical and creative thinking, problem solving, teamwork and communication. It helps develop their ability in pursuing life-long learning. It also helps to strengthen their sense of responsibility in ensuring sustainable development of port.


Role of ports in economic development and in the through transport concept; road/rail impact on port/hinterland relationships; geography and locational analysis; port administration and free ports; demand analysis; capacity evaluation; productivity enhancement; Environmental Impact Assessment; investment appraisal; information needs for port planning; investment criteria; investment analysis and financing; port authority liabilities, legal liability under national and international law; management and organization; port marketing; the rise of global terminal operators; cargo handling and transfer technology; labour management in ports; planning for emergencies and disasters; port and the environment.


Lectures will be used to present the basic theories and their application to the real world. General principles of the syllabus topic will be presented and developed during the lectures.

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In the tutorial classes, students will develop and apply the general principles of the topic in student-centred activities, including group discussions of cases, student presentations and discussions. (Outcomes 5 and 6)



% weighting


a B c d e

1. Final Examination 50%

2. Continuous Assessment 50%

Total 100 %


The coursework includes a test (15%) for basic knowledge and a project assignment (35%) for students to apply theoretical knowledge into practice. Examination is to test students’ basic theoretical knowledge and abilities to solve problems.



Class contact:

Lectures 28 Hrs.

Tutorials 14 Hrs.


Revisions 64 Hrs.

Course project and presentation 20 Hrs.



Essential:

Cahoon, S. (2007): ‘Marketing communications for seaports: a matter of survival and growth’. Maritime Policy & Management 34(2): 151-168.

Fleming, D.K. and Hayuth, Y. (1994): ‘Spatial characteristics of transportation hubs: centrality and intermediacy’. Journal of Transport Geography 2(1): 3-18.

Heaver, T.D. (1995): ‘The implications of increased competition among ports for port policy and management’. Maritime Policy & Management 22(2): 125-133.

Ng, A.K.Y. (2009): Port Competition: The Case of North Europe. VDM Verlag, Saarbrucken.

Ng, A.K.Y. (2011): ‘Global ports and logistics facilitation’. In: Liu, J.J. (Ed.): Supply Chain and Transport Logistics. Routledge, London, pp. 398-415.

Ng, A.K.Y. and Pallis, A.A. (2010): ‘Port governance reforms in diversified institutional frameworks: generic solutions, implementation asymmetries’.

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Environment and Planning A 42(9): 2147-2167.

Ng, A.K.Y. and Song, S. (2010): ‘The environmental impacts of pollutants generated by routine shipping operations on ports’. Ocean and Coastal Management 53(5-6): 301-311.

Notteboom, T. (Ed.) (2011): Current Issues in Shipping, Ports and Logistics. UPA, Antwerp.

Sanchez, R.J., Ng, A.K.Y. and Garcia-Alonso, L. (2011): ‘Port selection factors and attractiveness: the service suppliers’ perspective’. Transportation Journal 50(2): 141-161.

Song D.W., Cullinane, K. and Roe, M. (2001): The Productive Efficiency of Container Terminals: An Application to Korea and the UK. Aldershot: Ashgate.

Supplementary/Indicative:

Bichou, K., Bell, M.G.H. and Evans, A. (Eds.) (2007): Risk Management in Port Operations, Logistics and Supply Chain Security. LLP, London.

Rodrigue, J.P., Slack, B. and Notteboom, T. (Eds.) (2006): The Geography of Transport Systems. New York: Routledge.

Sanchez, R.J., Hoffman, J., Micco, A., Pizzolitto, G.V., Sgut, M. and Wilmsmeier, G. (2003): ‘Port efficiency and international trade: port efficiency as a determinant of maritime transport costs’. Maritime Economics & Logistics 5: 199-218.

Talley, W.K. (Ed.) (2008): Maritime Safety, Security and Piracy. LLP, London.

Talley, W.K. (Ed.) (2011): Maritime Economics: A Blackwell Companion. Blackwell, Hoboken, NJ.

Wang, J.J. and Ng, A.K.Y. (2011): ‘The geographical connectedness of Chinese seaports with foreland markets: a new trend?’ Tijdschrift voor Economische en Sociale Geografie 102(2): 188-204.

Wang, J.J., Ng, A.K.Y. and Olivier, D. (2004): ‘Port governance in China: a review of policies in an era of internationalising port management practices’. Transport Policy 11(3): 237-250.

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Subject Title Airport Management

Credit Value 3

Level 4


Pre-requisite LGT2009 Introduction to Shipping and Transport Logistics Operations OR

LGT3020 International Trade and Shipping

Role and Purposes

To provide a study of the organisational, political, and financial administration of public and private civil use airports (Outcomes 2 and 10). Areas of emphasis include: development of airports, the roles of various governmental agencies in the management and regulation of airports (Outcome 2), public relations management, safety and security issues, employee organisational structures, financial and accounting strategies, revenue and expense sources, economic impacts of airport operations, airport performance measurement standards, and current trends and issues of direct concern to airport administrators. The airport commercial activities.


The aim of this subject is to meet the demand in the air transport and transport industry. Upon completion of the subject, students will be able to:

a. contribute to the solution of business related problems in commercial, industrial, government and non-profit making organisations and develop a sensitivity to the ethical issues involved in business practice;

b. foster intellectual and personal development, self confidence and the ability to tackle problems without supervision and develop realism and practicality as a foundation for good business judgment;

c. appreciate the air transport and airport management discipline which provides a good academic and vocational foundation for a career in students’ field and prepare for further studies in related field;

d. develop approaches to defining, analysing and solving problems, whether those problems are structured or unstructured and present this discipline in an integrated form which reflects sound business practices;

e. secure recognition and advance standing from relevant professional bodies and other institutions;

f. develop the ability to communicate effectively and fluently in both written and spoken form; and

Studying this subject will also help develop students’ global outlook, critical and creative thinking, social and national responsibility, cultural appreciation, life-long learning, and entrepreneurship and leadership.

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Airport ownership; The airport system; Airport system planning; Airport requirements and site selection; Airport layout and land use plans; Airport capacity and Landside technological improvements; Terminal area and airport access plans; Airport cost and revenue structures; Aeronautical charges and pricing policies; Alternative pricing strategies; Monitoring airport performance and efficiency; The politics of aviation terrorism; Aircraft sabotage; Air safety and security; International aviation; Organization in Enhancing Security; Organization and administration; Air transport policy; Financial planning; Financial management. Code of conduct in airport management. Airport Commercial.


A combination of lectures, seminars, real case study and students-directed learning activities will be included in this subject.



% weighting


a b c d e f

1. Coursework 40%

2. Examination 60%

Total 100 %




Class contact:

Lecture 28 Hrs.

Tutorial 14 Hrs.


Self Study 84 Hrs.

Hrs.




Doganis, R. (1992), The Airport Business, Routledge.

Graham A (2008), Managing Airports, Butterworth Heinemann

IATA, (2004), Airport Development Reference Manual.

Wells, A.T. (2000), Airport Planning & Management, New York: McGraw-Hill.

Young, S B & Wells, A.T (2011), Airport Planning and Management, 80

McGraw-Hill, New York

References

Ashford, N. and Moore, C. (1992), Airport Finance, Van Nostrand Reinhold, New York.

Edwards, B. (2005), The modern airport terminal: new approaches to airport architecture, Spon Press.

Horonjeff, R. (2010), Planning and Design of Airports, New York: McGraw-Hill.

Schwieterman, J.P. (1993), Air Cargo & the Opening of China: New Opportunities for Hong Kong, Chinese University Press.

Sweet K M, (2009), Aviation and airport security: terrorism and safety concerns, Boca Raton, CRC Press

Thomas, A.R. (2001), Air Rage Crisis in the Skies, Prometheus Books, New York.

Thomas-Emberson S (2007), Airport interiors: design for business, Chichester,Hoboken

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Subject Title Liner Shipping Management

Credit Value 3

Level 4


Pre-requisite LGT2009 Introduction to Shipping and Transport Logistics Operations OR LGT3003 Intermodalism

Role and Purposes

This subject is designed to help students gain knowledge of logistics and strategic managements in liner shipping companies, and establish full understanding of current developments in liner shipping sector. (Outcomes 2, 8 and 11)



a. contribute to the solution of business related problems in commercial, industrial, government and non-profit making organisations;

b. discharge their duties objectively, ethically, independently, competently and constructively and develop a sensitivity to the ethical issues involved in business practice;

c. foster intellectual and personal development, self confidence and the ability to tackle problems without supervision;

d. develop realism and practicality as a foundation for good business judgment; and develop the ability to communicate effectively and fluently in both written and spoken form;

e. appreciate the shipping and logistics discipline which provides a good academic and vocational foundation for a career in students’ field;

f. present this discipline in an integrated form which reflects sound business practices and develop approaches to defining, analysing and solving problems, whether those problems are structured or unstructured;

Studying this subject will also help develop students’ global outlook, critical and creative thinking, life-long learning, and entrepreneurship and leadership.


Supply and demand of container trade. Structure of liner companies and market behaviour. The strategies of liner companies and competition issues in liner shipping. Ship repair and conversion. Technical and operations management in liner shipping. Ship type and market role. Ship size and shipping costs. The development of fleet of container ship. Economies of scale in ship capacity. The logistics of container transport networks. The formation of shipping pools, consortium and alliances. Routes selection criteria. Liner conference system, UN Liner code and related government policies. Service contract. Structure of

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freight rates. Selection of equipment and container leasing. Multi-port calling verse trans-shipment. Port costs and charges. E-commerce in container shipping. Cargo security policy and implication. Chartering in the liner sector. Market structure and key influences in liner chartering. Ownership of the fleet.


Lectures supplemented by small group activities such as tutorials, seminar, and presentations. Students are expected to take an active part in the learning process. WebCT will be used extensively.



% weighting


a b c d e f

1. Coursework 40%

2. Examination 60%

Total 100 %




Class contact:

Lecture 28 Hrs.

Tutorial 14 Hrs.


Self Study 84 Hrs.

Hrs.




Brooks, M.R. (2000), Sea Change in Liner Shipping, Pergamon, London.

Dekker N. (2008), Intra-Asia container trades, Drewry Shipping Consultants

Drewry Shipping Consultants (1998), Shiprepair and Conversion, Drewry, London.

Drewry Shipping Consultants (1999), Containership Charter Market, Drewry, London.

Drewry Shipping Consultants (2000), Container Market Outlook: High Risk & High Stakes: Where is the Payback? Drewry, London.

Drewry Shipping Consultants (2000), Fleet Management, Drewry, London.

Drewry Shipping Consultants (2000), Fleet Management: the new paradigm, Drewry, London.

Drewry Shipping Consultants (2002), Container Leasing: Seeking out the Opportunities, Drewry, London.

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Farthing, B. (1993), International Shipping, Lloyd’s of London Press, London.

Gilman, S. (1983), The Competitive Dynamics of Container Shipping, Gower.

Graham, M.G. (1985), Containerisation in the Eighties, Lloyd’s of London Press, London.

Greve M. (2007), container shipping and economic development: a case study of A P Moller – Maersk in south East Asia, Wendelboe Hansen, Henrik Schaumburg-Müller

Jansson, J.O. and Shneerson, D. (1987), Liner Shipping Economics, Chapman and Hall.

Jeffery, K. (1999), Electronic Commerce and Container Shipping, IIR Publications Ltd, London.

Lloyd's List (2001), Container Shipping: Executive Summit III, 28-29 November 2001, Island Shangri-La, Hong Kong SAR. Publisher IBC Asia Ltd.

Nair R (2009), Economic regulation and structural changes: liner shipping industry, Saarbwcken, Muller

Nair, Rawindaran.(2009), Economic regulation and structural changes : liner shipping industry : regulatory framework for period 1980 until 2000 , Saarbrپcken : VDM Verlag Dr. Mپller,

Pozdnakova. A (2008), Liner shipping and EU competition law, alphen aan den Rijn, Kluwer Law International

Other publications

Containerisation International

Dynamar B.V. (2003), Container Liner Operators: Trading Profiles [in Disc format]

Fairplay - The International Shipping Weekly

Maritime Economics and Logistics Journal


Maritime Transport, OECD Publication

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Subject Title Legal Aspects of e-Business in Logistics

Credit Value 3

Level 4


Pre-requisite LGT2009 Introduction to Shipping and Transport Logistics Operations

Role and Purposes

This subject provides an introduction to the roles of law in electronic business in shipping and transport logistics. It provides a comprehension of legal aspects of e-Business in shipping and transport logistics. (Outcome 8)



a. Understand the legal impacts of information and communication technology on shipping and transport logistics.

b. Explore issues of policy under legal environment in relation to e-business.

c. Evaluate different alternatives and recommendations in connection to problems in e-business to shipping and logistics management.

d. Analyse the development of the policies in e-business in Hong Kong, the United Nations and other jurisdictions.


Traditional contracts of carriage of goods; bill of lading, charterparty and standard trading terms and conditions. Formation of electronic contract; authentication, confidentiality, integrity, non-repudiation and security management. Electronic bills of lading; BOLERO. Electronic and digital signatures; private and public key cryptography, PKI in Hong Kong. Government policies on development of e-Business. National and international legal legislation in e-Business. Model Laws on e-Business.



In the seminars, students will develop and apply the general principles of the topic in student-centred activities, including student presentations and discussions.

Student presentations and discussions will be exchanged and shared using a multimedia platform i.e. WebCT of the PolyU.

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% weighting


a b c d

1. Coursework 60%

2. Examination 40%

Total 100 %





Class contact:

Lecture 28 Hrs.

Seminar 14 Hrs.


Self Study 84 Hrs.



Adediran, P. (2002), A Practical Guide to Business, Law & the Internet, London: Kogan Page.

Anonymous (2002), E-commerce: A Guide to the Law of Electronic Business, London, Hong Kong: Butterworths.

Bruin, R. de. (2002), Consumer Trust in Electronic Commerce: Time for Best Practice, London: Kluwer Law International.

Chissick, M. (2002), Electronic Commerce: Law and Practice (3rd ed.), London: Sweet & Maxwell.

Steingold, F. (2002), How to Get Your Business on the Web: A Legal Guide to E-commerce (1st ed.), Berkeley: Nolo.

Stephenson, P. (2001), Cyberlaw in Hong Kong, Hong Kong: Butterworths Asia.

Wright, C. (2003), Internet Law in Hong Kong, Hong Kong: Sweet & Maxwell Asia.

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1




Subject Title Maritime Law

Credit Value 3

Level 4


Pre-requisite LGT3023 Carriage of Goods Law

Role and Purposes

Maritime Law, by its very nature, is a legal subject of global outlook (Outcome 2) because the disputes about a maritime contract must involve at least two trading nations, which separate by the ocean. Essentially, to decide where to file a maritime lawsuit involves creative thinking in solving a business problem in a legal context (Outcome 3). For example, when Titanic was sunk, in order to limit its liability, at least three options were open to the ship owner: (1) to file the suit in UK, where the ship was build, but compensations were being calculated upon the total tonnage; or (2) to file in US, where the damages to be calculated on the remnants if the vessel was sunk or; (3) to file at the maritime court most close to the incident, so that the costs of collecting physical evidences could be reduced.

This subject introduces the theories and principles of maritime law (UK, US, HK, and PRC), with a review of important court cases relate shipping and logistics business in an international environment.

This subject helps the students to understand the business implications of the relevant legal principles of maritime law when using them to evaluate various legal options available.


Upon completion of the subject, students will be able to understand:

a. the basic legal principles of maritime law

b. the important court cases relate to various subject areas of maritime law

c. the process of decision making in maritime courts when the judges applying the legal principles

d. the techniques of issue-spotting

e. the option of using alternative dispute resolution techniques, such as arbitration and litigation

Subject Synopsis/

Basic theories and principles of maritime law

Jurisdiction of filing a maritime lawsuit and maritime courts.

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2

Indicative Syllabus

Choice of forums

Flag and right of navigation (Ship registration, types of registers, FOC, China Shipping Registry, HK Shipping Registry.)

Acquiring ownership of vessels, Sale and purchase of vessel

Ship Building Contract

General Average: nature and characteristics (York Antwerp Rules)

Salvage (Salvage convention 1989)

Maritime lien and mortgages; priority of claims during bankruptcy (International conventions relate to registration of maritime liens and mortgage)

Collision: liability, apportion of loss, and defences

Pilotage: criminal and civil liability of a pilot

Liability limitation (Conventions relate to limitation of liability), (Prevention pollution from ships, civil liability and compensation)

Ship arrest

Legal reasoning peculiar to maritime cases

Maritime arbitration (New York Convention)


The lectures present the general legal principles related syllabus topics. The tutorials will stimulate the students on applying the learned principles during the lectures to cases through student-centred activities.



% weighting


a b c d e

1. Coursework 50 %

2. Final examination 50 %

Total 100 %




Class contact:

Lectures 28 Hrs.

Seminars 14 Hrs.

Non-class contact:

Class preparation & after class review 84 Hrs.

TOTAL STUDY EFFORT 126 Hrs.

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3


References

Chan, F.W.H., Ng, J.J.M. and Wong, B.K.Y. (2002) Shipping and Logistics Law: Principles and Practice in Hong Kong. Hong Kong University Press.

Cremona, M., Mistelis, L. and Fletcher, I.F. (2001), Foundations and Perspectives of International Trade Law. London: Sweet & Maxwell.

Evans, J. (2001), Law of International Trade: Textbook. 3rd edition. Old Bailey Press.

Gaskell, N.J.J, Debattista, C. and Swatton, R.J. (1994), Chorley & Giles’ Shipping Law. Pitman Publishing.

Li, K.X. and Ingram, C.W.M. (2002), Maritime Law and Policy in China. Cavendish Publishing Ltd.

Recommended periodicals, newspapers


Journal of Maritime Law and Commerce

Lloyd’s List

Lloyd’s Maritime Law and Commerce Quarterly

TradeWind

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Subject Title Information Systems for Logistics Management

Credit Value 3

Level 4


Pre-requisite MM2422 Managing Business Information Systems & Applications

Role and Purposes

This subject is a high-level subject that seeks to build upon the knowledge students have obtained in an introductory subject of information technology.

The role of this subject is to provide, via a case-based teaching and learning approach, a chance for students to develop a deeper understanding of information systems development and application in real business organisations (Outcome 6). Students will be challenged to demonstration their abilities to apply modern information technology and to improve the business operations in organisations of shipping and transport logistics (Outcome 11). The emphasis is on analysis and overall design of information systems so that optimisation of logistics-related business processes within organisational strategy can be achieved.



a. Understand the importance of Information System (IS) for logistics management, strategies and important considerations in design, implement, and adopt IS for logistics enterprises.

b. Understand the current trend and modern technologies in the development and application of IS in the logistics operations.

c. Able to apply the software engineering model to design and implement customised database management systems to improve the efficiency of the logistics operations;

d. Able to use existing commercial optimisation, statistical and simulation software to improve the operation efficiency in logistics.

Studying this subject will help develop students’ creative thinking, and arouse their interest in life-long learning to keep abreast of modern information technology.


Introduction to Information Systems in Logistics Management

Basics concepts about information, information systems, logistics management, and their relationships;

Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) and Messaging 90

Information technologies behind EDI; the business processes supported by EDI; the value of EDI to logistics management; the applications of EDI in logistics management

E-Commerce Applications

Information technologies behind E-Commerce; Classifications of E-Commerce; the value of E-Commerce to logistics management; the applications of E-Commerce in logistics management

Data System and Business Intelligence

Basic concepts of database and database management system; Types of database; Relational database; Basic concepts of business intelligence; Applications of database management; Applications of business intelligence; the business values of database management system and business intelligence;

Enterprise Resource Planning System

Overview of transaction processing oriented application for product life-cycle management requirement, in particular for ERP and CRM systems.

Warehouse Applications

Introduction to warehouse application to support value chain operations, for raw material and finish goods inventory as well as for materials and parts handling. Exposure to stock holding units (SKU) concept and just-in-time (JIT) management.

Barcode and RFID Applications

Introduction to Automatic Identication Data Capture (AIDC) technology, in particular for RFID tags and bardcode label application in the logistic business. Exposure to airline and e-seal container applications.

Information System Security

Introduction to the concept of confidentiality, integrity and availability. Review of various type of threats and possible protective mechanism (in particular to firewall and VPN ). Basic techniques in data encryption, PKI authentication (SSL & SET) and digital signature. Awareness of OWASP guidelines. GPS and GIS Applications

Introduction to Geographic Information system and its GIS map application. Global Positioning System and satellites concept and GPS mobile applications for logistic operations.

System Investigation and Analysis

Introruction to system development life cycle concept, understanding the system analysis and user requirement specification, and change control procedures. Evaluation of various project development approaches for waterfall model, V-model, Spiral model, prototyping and rapid application development cocepts.

System Design, Implementation and Maintenance

Introduction to site preparation, test plan and user acceptance test requirement. Evaluation of various data conversion and system migration approaches for parallel run, pilot run, phase-in (piece-meal approach), and direct cut-over (big bang approach). Also to be familiar with the system review, error correction and maintenance procedures.

Hands-on Topics on Logistics Information Systems

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Basic skills of using XML files, database management system, customer relationship management system, enterprise resource planning system, and data security tools.


Lectures will be used to introduce to students the concepts, principles, theories, application issues and descriptive cases for the topics. Different teaching materials will be used to cover the most updated development and applications of information technology in the logistics industry. Case studies will be used in lectures to enable students learning context-specific knowledge through discussion. Computer laboratories will be used to provide students with hands-on practice through design and development of information systems.



% weighting


a b c d

1. Coursework 50%

2. Examination 50%

Total 100 %


The hand-on experience in software design and development will be evaluated through a term project which requires student to participate and apply the various information technology project management and system development skills in the project deliverable or its prototypes.



Class contact:

Lecture 28 Hrs.

Tutorial 14 Hrs.


Term project 84 Hrs.

Hrs.




Ralph M. Stair & George Reynolds (2013) Principles of Information Systems, International Edition, 11th Edition, Cengage Learning.

Indicative Readings

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Curtis, G. and Cobham, D. 6th ed. (2008), Business Information Systems: Analysis, Design and Practice, Financial Times Prentice Hall. Ross, David Frederick; (2011) Introduction to supply chain management technologies, 2nd edition, Chapter 8 (for warehouse applications) Michael, Katina (2009) Innovative automatic identification and location-based services : from bar codes to chip implants (for RFID & barcode applications) Whitman & Mattord (2011), Principles of Information Security, 4th edition (for data security) Michael Kennedy, CRC Press ( 2010) The global positioning system and ArcGIS, 3rd edition. (for GIS & GPS applications)

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Subject Title Insurance in Shipping and Transport Logistics

Credit Value 3

Level 4


Pre-requisite LGT3023 Carriage of Goods Law

Role and Purposes

This subject introduces the practical knowledge of risk management and insurance law in shipping and transport logistics. (Outcome 4)



a. Understand how the insurance industry carrying out its business.

b. Understand the importance of risk management in shipping and transport logistics.

c. Apply the insurance law in Hong Kong, especially the Marine Insurance Ordinance, the UK Institute Clauses, the law in relation to cargo insurance as well as hull and machinery insurance.

d. Analyse legal cases and interpret legislations and legal documents.

e. Develop the ability to solve real legal issues by applying the legal method and conducting legal researches.


Marine Insurance Markets

The UK and Hong Kong insurance markets and their practices. The roles of insurance brokers and agents.

Risk Management

Meaning and importance in shipping and transport logistics. Claims statistics and loss ratio.

Types of Marine Insurance

Cargo, hull and machinery, freight, protection and indemnity insurance. Re-insurance. Institute clauses

General Principles of Marine Insurance Law

Concepts of insurable interest, utmost good faith, disclosure, warranties. Attachment and termination of policy.

Loss and Measure of Indemnity

Partial and total loss. Valued and unvalued policies. Franchises, excesses and deductibles. Subrogation. General average and salvage.

Insurance Claims

Handling of insurance claims by insurers and other professionals.

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In the lectures, the general principles of the syllabus topics will be presented and developed, together with guidance on further reading and activities. Lectures may also be used for the presentation and discussion of leading cases.

In the tutorials, students will develop and apply the general principles of the topics and discuss leading cases.



% weighting


a b c d e

1. Coursework 40%

2. Examination 60%

Total 100 %





Class contact:

Lecture 28 Hrs.

Tutorial 14 Hrs.


Self Study 84 Hrs.




Rose, F. D. (Francis D.) (2012), Marine insurance : law and practice, 2nd Ed., Informa.

Hazelwood, S.J. and Semark, D. (2010), P & I Clubs: Law and Practice, 5th ed., London: Lloyd’s List Group.

Merkin, R. and Barlow Lyde & Gilbert (2010), Marine Insurance Legislation, 4th ed., London: Lloyd’s List Group.

Thomas, D.R. (2009), The Modern Law of Marine Insurance, London, Hong Kong: LLP.

Recommended periodicals, newspapers

Lloyd’s Law Report

Lloyd's Maritime and Commercial Law Quarterly


Journal of Maritime Law and Commerce

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Subject Title Shipping Finance

Credit Value 3

Level 4



Nil

Role and Purposes To provide a fundamental understanding of operations and management within shipping business organisations with particular emphasis on the functional areas of finance (Outcome 2). To formulate and build concepts of business and investment strategies which will lead to efficient management of costs and revenues in shipping operations (Outcomes 7 and 11).



a. Formulate and build concept of business and investment strategies which lead to understanding and efficient management of revenues and costs in shipping operations.

b. Gain practical, hands-on experience with shipping case studies.

c. Understand factors which distinguish shipping finance from other types of bank, lending and explaining the refinements to the basic secured loan that modern, international shipping finance demands.

d. Understand the conditions and terms of ship mortgage as well as the financing of second-hand ships and of new buildings, and methodology for financial appraisal and assessment.

e. Comprehend contemporary issues of shipping finance.

Subject Synopsis/

Indicative Syllabus

General Background

The four shipping markets. Shipping market cycles. The tramp/liner shipping markets. Ship registration. One ship company and Mareva injunction. Maritime Lien. Consolidation, Mergers and acquisitions in the shipping industry. Investment strategies in the shipping business.

Theoretical Background of Shipping Finance

The Modigliani-Miller Theorem, the Trade-Off Theory of Capital Structure, and the Pecking Order Theory.

Cost, Revenue and Cash Flow in Shipping

Capital cost of the ship. Shipping accounts. Methods of cash flow: The voyage cash

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flow, the annual cash flow; the required freight rate analysis and the discounted cash flow analysis.

Finance of Ships

Ship finance and shipping economics. The world financial systems and types of finance. Financing ships with private funds, bank loans, boutique, capital markets. Government subsidies and shipyard credit and other ship financing schemes.

Fundamentals of bank shipping finance: types of banks involved in shipping finance and their respective objectives, shipping risks and banking risks, types of bank’s shipping facilities and services, bank shipping credit policy and credit analysis, shipping loan documentation, loan monitoring and problem loan treatment.

Risk and Credit analysis

Risk management in the shipping industry and shipping finance.

The 5C credit analysis of shipowner: Character, Capacity, Capital, Collateral and Conditions.

General credit analysis and financial appraisal and assessment of shipping investment: cashflow type (e.g. cashflow analysis, net present value method, internal rate of return, payback period, breakeven analysis etc.) and ratio type (e.g. liquidity ratio, leverage ratios, activity ratios, profitability ratios etc.)

Credit analysis for ships: Net fixed income to debt service, total liabilities to net worth, hull-to-debt ratio etc.



In the tutorials, students will develop and apply the general principles of the topic in student-centred activities, including role-plays, student presentations and discussions.



% weighting


a b c d e

1.Coursework 50%

2. Final examination 50%

Total 100 %


To pass this subject, students are required to obtain Grade D or above in BOTH the Continuous Assessment and Final Examination components.

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Class contact:

Lectures 28 Hrs.

Tutorials 14 Hrs.


Self Study 28 Hrs.

Group Project 60 Hrs.



Brealey A. R. and Myers C. S. (2011) Principles of Corporate Finance, International Edition (10th edition), McGraw-Hill, Inc.

Cheng P. (1979) Financial Management in the Shipping Industry, Cornell Maritime Press.

Clarkson Research Services (2008), KG Finance & Shipping 2008: a report on the KG ship finance sector and its development, London

Drewry Consultants (1996) Shipping Finance: A High Risk – Low Return Business, Drewry.

Drewry Consultants (2001) Shipping Finance & investment, Drewry.

Drewry Consultants (2004) Second hand Ships: timing is everything, Drewry [electronic resource].

Grammenos C. T. (2010), The Handbook of Maritime Economics and Business, LLP (London) 2nd ed.

Grammenos C. T. and Xilas E. M. (1996/1997) Shipping Investment & Finance, CourseManual at Department of Shipping, Trade and Finance, City University Business SchoolLondon, U.K.

Harwood S. (2006) Shipping Finance (3th edition), London: Euromoney Books.

Mayer Brown JSM (2011) Guide to Shipping Finance in Hong Kong.

Paelinck H. (2010) Reeds Dictionary of Shipping and Marine Finance, Reeds.

Sloggett J. E. (1984) Shipping Finance, Fairplay.

Stokes P. (1997) Ship Finance—Credit Expansion and the Boom-Bust Cycle, LLP (London), 2nd ed.

Stopford M. (2009) Maritime Economics, Routledge.

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Subject Title Practice of Management Decision Analysis

Credit Value 3

Level 4


Pre-requisite LGT2106 Principles of Operations Management AND

LGT3102 Management Science

Role and Purposes

Students learn some quantitive techniques from the pre-requisites, but quite often are not skillful in the application to real life problems. Sometimes they cannot identify that a certain technique may be applied under certain situations. Sometimes they do not know how to start tackling a problem which seems too complex to them. In other situations they cannot list down all relevant objectives and hence cannot compare which proposed solution seems to be the best. The purpose of this subject is helping them to accumulate practical experience to solve real life problems, by applying and consolidating the quantitative methods learnt from the prerequisites.



a. Understand the range of practical application of management decision analysis techniques, the characteristics of successful application, the scope of the decisions, and the limitations of the techniques.

b. Develop skills in analysing complex operations problems, using quantitative techniques as appropriate.

c. Tackle a management decision situation from different angles of view, and able to evaluate the outcomes of different decisions.


The methodology of decision analysis techniques

Debates about the relevance of techniques and the traditional scientific approach; new directions.

Survey of published literature

Through reading literature, learn different applications to real problems; comment the papers critically and suggest ways for further study.

Case analysis

Modelling a problem situation; using appropriate techniques to solve it; discuss the implications if situation changes slightly.


To examine the methodological debates and developments that are taking place, there will be lectures, directed reading and seminars: In examining published papers, students will make presentations based on reviews and analysis of the literature, and engage in discussion in seminar format. For case analysis,

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students will work individually and in groups, using appropriate computer software, solving the problems and writing brief reports.



% weighting


a b c

1. Continuous Assessment

100 %

Total 100 %


Student will learn how to deal with real life problems through case studies, in the form of group or individual work. They will be guided through discussions in class, and hence class participation is so important in this subject. Students’ effort will be observed and assessed.


Class contact:

Lectures 28 Hrs.

Seminars 14 Hrs.


Prepare the cases analysis 84 Hrs.

Hrs.



References

Assad, A.A., Wasil, Edward A. and Lilien, G.L. (1992), Excellence in Management Science Practice, Prentice Hall.

Chacko, G.K. (1993), Operations Research/Management Science: Case Studies in Decision Making under Structured Uncertainty, McGraw-Hill.

Dyer, J.S. and Shapiro, R.D. (1982), Management Science/Operations Research: Cases and Readings, Wiley.

Jackson, M.C. and Keys, P. (ed.) (1987), New Directions in Management Science, Gower.

Render, B., Stair, R.M. Jr. and Greenberg, I. (1990), Cases and Readings in Management Science, 2nd ed., Allyn and Bacon.

Journals

Interfaces

Journal of the Operational Research Society

European Journal of Operational Research

Management Science

Omega

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Subject Title Simulation for Operations and Information Management

Credit Value 3

Level 4



Nil

Role and Purposes

Simulation is one of the main techniques of Operations Research and is widely used in the analysis of practical problems, both in manufacturing and service industries. As such it demands a complete subject to itself. It therefore complements the Operations Research subjects and links in with many of the topics covered in Operations Management. The subject will help students think more clearly about the nature of Operations Management and learn various ways of investigating practical problems together with theories that underpins these problems. (Outcome 11)



Understand the basic concepts of discrete event simulation.

a. Analyse practical problems using a modern simulation software package.

b. Evaluate possible scenario outcomes and formulate contingencies for those outcomes in order to reduce the risk of failure.

c. Formulate operations processes across departmental boundaries using simulation experiment and in so doing, obtain solutions to improvement of the whole process, rather than the optimisation of local activities at the expense of overall performance.

Studying this subject will help develop students’ critical and creative thinking, and arouse their interest in life-long learning to keep abreast of modern computer simulation technology.


Rationale for Simulation; deterministic and stochastic systems

Composite Life Cycle Diagrams

Underlying structures - event scheduling and the process method

Random number generation and sampling from distributions

Model testing and validation

Designing simulation experiments

Computer laboratory using standard commercial software

Published applications

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The lectures will present the basic theoretical material and illustrate its use. The seminars will be used in part for exercises based on the theoretical material, but mainly for practical classes using computer based simulation packages. The practical simulation problems covered in the computer sessions will cover a wide range of issues.

The main computer package to be used will be comparable to packages such as WITNESS and ProModel.



% weighting


a b c d e

1. Coursework 70% √ √ √ √

2. Midterm Exam 30% √

Total 100 %


Lab coursework, final project, and midterm examination are designed to ensure all the learning outcomes are achieved.


Class contact:

Lectures 28Hrs.

Seminars 14Hrs.


Homework 42Hrs.

Project 42Hrs.

Total student study effort 126Hrs.



Harrell, Ghosen and Bowden (2003), Simulation Using ProModel, 2nd Edition, McGraw-Hill.

References

Law, A.M. and Kelton, W.D. (1991), Simulation Modelling and Analysis, 2nd Edition, McGraw-Hill.

Mitrani, I. (1982), Simulation Techniques for Discrete Event Systems, Cambridge UP.

Paul, R.J. and Balmer, D. (1992), Simulation Modelling, Chartwell-Bratt.

Pidd, M. (Ed.) (1989), Computer Modelling for Discrete Simulation, Wiley.

Pidd, M. (1992), Computer Simulation in Management Science, 3rd Edition, Wiley.

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Subject Title Project Management

Credit Value 3

Level 4



Nil

Role and Purposes

This course is to provide students with a focused understanding of the principles, concepts and techniques required for the successful management of projects; with the ability of using information system in project management (Outcome 6); with a set of important characteristics and skills, including team work attitude, and critical thinking (Outcome 3); and with the professionally-specific skills and knowledge to manage projects in business organizations (Outcome 11).



a. obtain the fundamental principles, concepts and techniques in project management.

b. develop the technical and teamwork skills for the successful management of projects.

c. be effective in selecting, planning, implementing and controlling projects.

d. diagnose and solve problems in projects.


Project Management Introduction

Characteristics of projects. Constraints and trade offs, concepts and terminology. History of project management. Project life cycle. Success factors.

Problem Selection and Initiation

Problem selection criteria. Numerical methods. Qualitative methods. Project plan and WBS.

Project Organization

Organisational structures. Project stakeholders. Roles and responsibilities. Managing projects through teamwork. Managing conflict in projects. Communication and coordination.

Project Planning and Scheduling

Precedence Network. Critical path method. Program evaluation and review technique. Cost estimation. Project budgeting. Time cost trade off and Linear programming. Resource allocation and analysis. Project risk and responses.

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Project Control

Establishment of control systems. Earned value analysis. Performance analysis. Project auditing. Project termination.

Information Support

Computer tools.


Lectures are designed to provide a basic grounding in principles, concepts and techniques in project management.

Seminars provide the environment and means for student-centred learning, in the form of class discussions, case analyses, group and individual work. Seminars are designed to stimulate original and creative thinking, and the capacity to apply the tools and techniques to solve project problems in real world setting.



% weighting


a b c d


50%

2. Final examination 50%

Total 100 %


Continuous assessment consists of case study, course project and homework exercise, which can assess the students’ understanding in theories, techniques and principles, evaluate their ability to solve problems and the teamwork skills.

Final examination will assess the students’ understanding in theories and principles, evaluate their ability to apply methods and techniques independently.



Class contact:

Lectures 28Hrs.

Tutorials 14Hrs.


Assignments 42Hrs.

Readings 42Hrs.

Total student study effort 126Hrs.

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Gray, C.F. and Larson, E.W. (2009), Project Management: the Managerial Process. 5th Edition. McGraw-Hill.

Klastorin, T. (2004), Project Management, Tools and Trade-offs. John Wiley & Sons, Inc.

Stevenson, N. (2004), Microsoft Project 2003 for Dummies. Wiley.

Goldratt, E.M. (1997), Critical Chain. The North River Press, Great Barrington, MA, USA. Meredith, J.R. and Mantel, S. (2006), Project Management: a Managerial Approach. John Wiley & Sons, Inc.

Thomke, S. (2007), Managing Product and Service Development: Text and Cases. McGraw-Hill.

PMI. (2004), A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK Guide). Newton Square, PA, USA.

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Subject Title Operations Strategy

Credit Value 3

Level 4



Role and Purposes

This subject is designed to help students examine how business processes and operations can be used as competitive weapons for organisational success (Outcomes 8 and 10).



Grasp the concepts, frameworks, discussions and issues in operations strategy and apply them in a real-world environment.

a. Debate, assess and select various operations strategic alternatives effectively under different business situations. Students will also be able to argue and propose logically and convincingly on the use of various operations strategies.

b. Possess analytical and communication skills, critical thinking and integrative ability in a student-centred learning environment.

Studying this subject will also enable develop students’ entrepreneurship, leadership and innovativeness in solving management problems.


Introduction to Operations Strategy

Concept and basic elements of operations strategy. Fit between operations and business strategies. Competitive priorities and tradeoffs: cost, quality, delivery, flexibility. Strategic choices. (Case studies)

Competing on Quality

Defining quality. Measuring quality. Sources of quality. Japanese quality management. Strategic quality management. (Case studies)

Competing on Productivity

Productivity measurement. Barriers to productivity improvement. Organising for productivity improvement. Productivity portfolios. Strategic approaches. (Case studies)

Supply Chain Strategy

Strategic alliances. Third part logistics. Retailer-supplier partnership. Design for logistics. (Case studies)

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Reengineering Operations

Strategic process re-design. Process perspectives. Principles of reengineering. Strategic changes. (Case studies)

Service Operations Strategy

Strategic service concepts. Winning customers. New service development. Strategic process design. Performance management strategy. (Case studies)


Lectures are provided as an introduction to the debate of strategic alternatives in the manufacturing and operations arena. Seminars provide the environment and means for student-centred learning, basically in the form of case analyses and participation in class discussions, designed to foster critical thinking and sound judgement, under strategic business imperatives.



% weighting


a b c

1.Case Studies 30%

2. Project Assignment 30%

3. Final Test 30%

4. Participation 10%

Total 100 %

Explanation of the appropriateness of the assessment methods in assessing the intended learning outcomes: The assessments are mainly based on case studies and project assignments. However, a test is needed to ensure a basic understanding of the key topics of students.


Class contact:

Lectures 28 Hrs.

Tutorials 14 Hrs.


Self Study 84 Hrs.

Hrs.


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Garvin, D.A. (1992), Operations Strategy: Text and Cases, Prentice-Hall.

Hayes, R.H., Pisano, G.P., and Upton, D.M. (1996), Strategic Operations: Competing Through Capabilities, Free Press.

Hill, T. (1995), Manufacturing Strategy: Text and Cases, MacMillan.

Simchi-Levi, D., Kaminsky, P. and Simchi-Levi, E. (2000), Designing and Managing the Supply Chain: Concepts, Strategies, and Case Studies, McGraw-Hill.

References

Bower, J.L. and Hout, T.M., Fast-Cycle Capability for Competitive Power, Harvard Business Review, pp. 110-118, November-December 1988.

Garvin, D.A., What Does 'Product Quality' Really Mean? Sloan Management Review, pp. 29-34, Fall 1984.

Garvin, D.A., Competing on the Eight Dimensions of Quality, Harvard Business Review, pp. 104-108, November-December 1987.

Hayes, R.H. and Schmenner, R.W., How Should You Organize Manufacturing? Harvard Business Review, pp. 107-108, January-February 1978.

Judson, A.S., Productivity Strategy and Business Strategy: Two Sides of the Same Coin, Interfaces, pp. 103-115, January-February 1984.

Skinner, W., Manufacturing - Missing Link in Corporate Strategy, Harvard Business Review, pp. 136-145, May-June 1969.

Skinner, W., What Matters to Manufacturing, Harvard Business Review, p. 16, January-February 1988.

Swamidass, P.M., Manufacturing Strategy: Its Assessment and Practice, Journal of Operations Management, pp. 471-484, August 1986.

Wheelwright, S.C., Reflecting Corporate Strategy in Manufacturing Decisions, Business Horizons, pp. 57-66, February 1978.

Wheelwright, S.C. and Hayes, R.H., Competing Through Manufacturing, Harvard Business Review, pp. 99-109, January-February 1985.

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Subject Title International Operations Management

Credit Value 3

Level 4



Role and Purposes

This subject examines international business environments and operations management strategies (Outcome 10) and functions of firms in sustaining international competiveness (Outcome 8).



a. examine the changes in international business environments and the competitive and alliance business strategies of firms

b. evaluate international operations management functions in the context of sustaining integrated and competitive value / supply chains in global markets

c. outline the structural and cultural characteristics of an organisation for integrated international business operations


Internationalisation theories and a study framework for international

operations management

Government policies in trade, investment and industry

Economic and cultural environments for international business

International competitiveness of Hong Kong-China businesses

Global supply chain development and quality management of firms

Foreign exchange risks in international operations

International R & D and new product development for international

markets

Global sourcing decisions and international manufacturing

Logistics services for global supply

Network organisations and organisational capital for global business

Cultural control and human capital for international operations management

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Lectures are used to introduce to students the concept, theory and applications of the topics. In tutorials, students have to discuss selected topics / cases in detail and explore context-specific issues. They will also be guided to search for new information on the topics.



% weighting


a b c

1. Group presentation

in tutorial

15%

2. Quiz 15%

3. Individual essay

assignment

20%

4 Exam 50%

Total 100 %



Group presentation and discussion to further illustrate the contents presented in lectures,

Quiz: 5 short questions on the international business environments and value chain management functions

Individual essay assignment: essay in 1500-2000 words on topics in the management and organizational systems for international operations

Exam (50%): 3-hour closed-book exam testing students' analytical and integrative thinking and knowledge in international operations management.



Class contact:

Lectures 28 Hrs.

Tutorial 14 Hrs.


Private studies and group work 84 Hrs.


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Main Reference Books

1. Branch, A.E. (2009), Global Supply Chain Management and International Logistics, Routledge.

2. Cheng, L.K. and Kierzkowski, H. (Eds) (2001), Global Production and

Trade in East Asia, Kluwer.

3. Daniels, J.D., Radebaugh, L.H. and Sullivan, D.P. (2011), International

Business, Prentice Hall.

4. Dicken, P. (2011), Global Shift: Mapping the Changing Contours of the World Economy, Guilford Press.

5. Hasegawa, H. and Noronha, C. (Eds.)(2009), Asian Business and Management, Palgrave Macmillan.

6. Kotabe, M. and Helsen, K. (2010), Global Marketing Management, Wiley.

7. Lane, C. and Probert, J. (2009), National Capitalisms, Global Production Networks, Oxford University Press.

8. Peng, M. (2009), Global Strategy, South-Western Cengage Learning.

9. Yusuf, S., Altaf, M.A. and Nabeshima, K (Eds.)(2004), Global Production Networking and Technological Change in East Asia, The World Bank.

Main Reference Journals

Columbia Journal of World Business

Harvard Business Review

Industrial Marketing Management

Journal of International Business Studies



Journal of World Business

Long Range Planning

MIT Sloan Management review

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Subject Title Supply Chain Management

Credit Value 3

Level 4



Nil

Role and Purposes

The course focuses on operations management in basic supply chains, such as manufacturer-retailer and supplier-manufacturer systems. The course objectives are to learn recent best practices in supply chain management, and to develop skills in solving specific types of logistics and supply chain problems (Outcome 8). The course also intends to improve students’ ability to deal with unstructured dynamic problems encountered in logistics and supply chain management (Outcome 3). Skill development is accomplished through lectures, group assignments, and case studies.



a. Understand the strategic importance of SCM in improving a firm’s competitive position in the marketplace;

b. Understand the key characteristics of successful supply chains and how they differ from the traditional approaches;

c. Gain insights into issues involved in the design, planning, and deployment of a supply chain;

d. Understand the impact of SCM principle on a firm’s overall strategy;

e. Understand the importance of information technologies in the integration of supply chains;

f. Gain fundamental skills for analysing and managing a supply chain in an organization.

Studying this subject will also help develop students’ global outlook on global supply chain and global outsourcing, critical and creative thinking, and entrepreneurship.


Concepts in supply chain management; push and pull systems; strategic alliances and partnerships; inventory management in the supply chain; risk pooling concept; logistics network design and planning; bullwhip effect; supply chain integration; product and process design for logistics; pricing and revenue management; information technology for the supply chain.

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In the lectures, the general principles of the syllabus topics will be presented and developed, together with guidance on further reading and activities. Lectures may also be used for the presentation and discussion of leading cases.

In the tutorials, students will develop and apply the general principles of the topic in student-centered activities, including simulation games, in-class exercises, and discussions.



% weighting


a b c d e f

1. Coursework 50 %

2. Final Examination 50 %

Total 100 %


Assessment of coursework includes homework assignments, test(s), and simulation game(s). The test(s) and final exam will cover all topics in the syllabus, with a focus of testing students’ understanding of the strategic importance of SCM, key characteristics of successful supply chains, impact of SCM principle on a firm’s overall strategy, and the importance of information technologies. It will also test students’ insights into issues involved in the supply chain planning and design, as well as students’ fundamental skills for analysing a supply chain.



Class contact:

Lecturers 28 Hrs.

Tutorials 14 Hrs.

Final exam 3 Hrs.


Homework assignments and case studies 42 Hrs.

Reading assignments 42 Hrs.


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Recommended Textbook Simchi-Levi, D., Kaminsky, P. and Simchi-Levi, E. (2007), Designing and Managing the Supply Chain: Concepts, Strategies and Case Studies, 3th edition (or the latest edition), McGraw-Hill.

References Chopra, S. and Meindl, P. (2009), Supply Chain Management: Strategy, Planning and Operation, 4th edition, Prentice Hall.

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Subject Title Purchasing Management

Credit Value 3

Level 4



Nil

Role and Purposes

This subject examines purchasing management as an integration of purchasing operations and supplier relationship management that meets customer requirements (Outcome 8). Applications of purchasing management are studied in strategic and supply chain contexts.



a. outline the theories of purchasing in context of interactive relationships with suppliers and supply chain management

b. analyse purchasing operations in assuring supplier quality and maintaining lowest total cost of ownership and use

c. evaluate governance and development of supplier relationships that impact purchasing operations and performance

d. examine some applications of purchasing management in strategic and supply chain contexts


Types and characteristics of organisational and a study framework for purchasing management

Theories of purchasing in interaction and supply chain contexts

Specification quality and supplier quality control

Cost analysis and price analysis in determining competitive purchase price

Contracting and total cost of ownership and use

Sourcing, supplier evaluation and selection

Governance of buyer-supplier relationships

Supplier relationship management and supplier development

Purchased product portfolio and e-procurement

Case studies of total purchasing cost reduction and quality improvement

International outsourcing in a strategic and network context

Purchasing as supply chain management in global business

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Lectures will be used to introduce to students the theory, concept and descriptive cases of the topics. In tutorials, students will be required to participate in discussing context-specific issues. They will also be guided to search new information on the topics.



% weighting


a b c d

1. Group presentation in tutorial

15%

2. Quiz 15%

3. Individual essay

assignment

20%

4 Exam 50%

Total 100 %



Group presentation and discussion to further illustrate the contents presented in lectures,

Quiz: 5 short questions on the concepts and operational functions of

purchasing management

Individual essay assignment: essay in 1500-2000 words, on topics in

purchasing decisions /operations and supplier relationship management

Exam (50%): 3-hour closed-book exam testing students' analytical and integrative thinking and knowledge in purchasing management .



Class contact:

Lectures 28 Hrs.

Tutorials 14 Hrs.


Private studies and group work 84 Hrs.

Total student study effort 126 Hrs

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Main Reference Books

1. Benton, W.C. (2007), Purchasing and Supply Management, McGraw-Hill

2. Bhote, K.R. (1989), Strategic Supply Management, AMA.

3. Burt, D.N., Petcavage, S.D. and Pinkerton, R.L. (2010), Supply Management, McGraw Hill Irwin.

4. Ford, D., Gadde, L-E., Hakansson, H. and Snehota, I. (2003), Managing

Business Relationships, Wiley.

5. Dimitri, N., Piga, G. and Spagnolo, G. (Eds.) (2006), Handbook of

Procurement, Cambridge University Press.

6. Emmett, S. and Crocker, B. (2008), Excellence in Procurement,

Cambridge Academic.

7. Gadde, L-E. and Hakansson, H. (2001), Supply Network Strategies, Wiley

8. Harris, C., Harris, R. and Streeter, C. (2011), Lean Supplier Development, CRC Press.

9. Johnson, P.F., Leenders, M.R. and Flynn, A.E. (2011), Purchasing and Supply Management, McGraw Hill Irwin.

10. van Weele, A.J. (2010), Purchasing and Supply Chain Management,

Cengage Learning.

Main Reference Journals

International Journal of Operations and Production Management

Industrial Marketing Management


Journal of Purchasing and Supply Management


MIT Sloan Management Review

Supply Chain Management: An International Journal

Supply Chain Management Review

Supply Management (www.supplymanagement.com)

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Subject Title Special Topics in Operations Management

Credit Value 3

Level 4



Role and Purposes

The purpose of this subject is to allow academic staff and visitors to present topics to students which need less than a full semester to give a satisfactory and sensible coverage. These topics are likely to be concerned with the current research interests of staff. It might not be appropriate to develop a full subject for such topics, but it is very appropriate that students should be aware of some of the current research in Operations Management and related areas (Outcome 3). The course provides techniques for improving service and manufacturing operations. It is likely that three sub-subjects, each of four to five weeks duration, will be up to full subjects.



a. Understand contemporary topics in operations management, and further trends and emerging criteria for effective operations of an organisation.

b. Process a basic knowledge on particular research topics in operations management and prepare themselves for future challenges for more advanced applications/topics in operations management.

c. Appreciate and assess appropriately the potential and applicability of new operations management methods and techniques.


Any topics related to contemporary operations management ideas, in both academic research and practice.


The teaching and learning approach will depend on individual lecturers. Some may prefer to use the traditional lecture/seminar method, and some may prefer to use seminars with directed reading. The nature of this subject means that it is not appropriate to be prescriptive.

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% weighting


a b c


50%

2. Examination 50%

Total 100 %


Various methods, class assignments, tests within the Continuous Assessment and Examination are designed to ensure that all students taking this subject will be able to achieve the learning outcomes.



Class contact:

Lectures 28 Hrs.

Seminars 14 Hrs.



Preparation for assignments/tests 42 Hrs.



References

Lai, K.H. (2003), Market Orientation in Quality-oriented Organizations and its Impact on Their Performance, International Journal of Production Economics, Vol. 84, No. 1, 2003, pp. 17-34.

Lai, K.H. and Cheng, T.C.E. (2003), Initiatives and Outcomes of Quality Management Implementation across Industries, OMEGA – The International Journal of Management Science, Vol. 31, No. 2, 2003, pp. 141-154.

Willborn, W.O. and Cheng, T.C.E. (1994), Global Management of Quality Assurance Systems, McGraw-Hill.

Yeung, A.C.L., Chan, L.Y. and Lee, T.S. (2003), An Empirical Taxonomy on Quality Management Systems: A Study of the Hong Kong Electronics Industry,

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Journal of Operations Management, Vol. 21, No. 1, pp. 45-62.

Yeung, C.L. and Chan, L.Y. (1999), Towards TQM for Foreign Manufacturing Firms Operating in Mainland China, International Journal of Quality and Reliability Management, Vol. 16, No. 8, pp. 756-782.

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Subject Title Service Operations Management

Credit Value 3

Level 4



Role and Purposes

The subject is designed to help students establish a better understanding of the essentials and characteristics of operations management in the service context (Outcome 3). Through in-depth discussions of the theories and concepts, the course aims to provide a more detailed and practice-oriented treatment of the concepts, techniques and tools for improving service operations and delivery (Outcome 8).



Have a detailed grasp of the key issues and challenges facing operations managers in the service industry.

a. Make sound judgments and recommendations on key approaches for improving customer relationship, service delivery and operational performance.

b. Cultivate creative and critical thinking by in-depth studies of the concepts, strategies, tools, and techniques in service operations.


The Service Concept

The nature of service. Managing experience and outcome. Understanding different service processes. The Service concept as a strategic tool.

Customers and Supplier Relationships

Customer relationship Management. Customer retention: partnerships and alliances. Customer expectations and satisfaction. Managing supply relationships.

Service Delivery

Understanding service processes: tasks and attributes. Repositioning and engineering service processes. Service capacity. Psychological aspects of service delivery. Structure: networks, technology and information for service operations.

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Performance Measurement in Service Operations

Service performance measurement. Liking operations decisions to business performance. Driving operational improvement. Service Profit Chain.

Managing strategic change

Service strategy and culture. Turning performance objectives into operations priorities. Operational complexity and consequences.


As this is a Level 4 programme, the course is designed in a highly interactive seminar style requiring students to take an active part in class discussions and presentations. All lectures (based on theory, concepts and empirical findings) will form the basis for further discussion, case study, role play and presentations from students. Students are also required to observe the recent development in both the theory and practice in this area.



% weighting


a b c


50%

2. Examination 50%

Total 100 %


Various methods, class assignments, tests within the Continuous Assessment and Examination are designed to ensure that all students taking this subject will be able to achieve the learning outcomes.



Class contact:

Lectures 28 Hrs.

Seminars 14 Hrs.



Preparation for assignments/tests 42 Hrs.


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Hope, C. (latest edition), Service Operations Management: Strategy, Design, and Delivery, Prentice Hall.

References

Fitzsimons, J.A. (latest edition), Service Management: Operations, Strategy, and Information Technology, McGraw-Hill/Irwin.

Johnston, R. and Clark, G. (latest edition), Service Operations Management, Prentice Hall.

Schmenner, R.W. (latest edition), Service Operations Management, Prentice Hall.

Swartz, T.A. and Laconbucci, D. (latest edition), Handbook of Service Marketing & Management, Sage Publications.

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Subject Title ISTL Capstone Project

Credit Value 6

Level 4


LGT2106 Principles of Operations Management

Role and Purposes

This subject is a capstone course for ISTL students. The subject provides students the opportunity to apply the knowledge acquired in their undergraduate study to advanced real-world situations. Students will draw on their broadened awareness of various business aspects to analyze real-world business problems. (Outcomes 1, 3, 5,8 and 10)



a. Evaluate and demonstrate the ability to integrate learning from all undergraduate subjects.

b. Develop a systematic and thorough approach to the analysis and solutions of business problems in the field.

c. Assess and evaluate different research materials and data collected.

d. Write an integrative capstone report at undergraduate degree level and present the findings openly. Capstone projects that are based on specific business sponsored research problems may be presented to the sponsoring company.

e. Develop oral and written communication skills through discussions with supervisors, presentations and final report preparation.

Studying this subject will also help develop students’ global outlook through the literature research on the related research materials and data collection. Creativity and innovation are addressed by the proposal preparation initiated by the student, the students are expected to propose the research project topic and discuss with the faculty advisor. Leadership and teamwork skills will be enhanced with the projects which students work in group.


An introductory seminar will inform students of the rational structure of the project. The seminar will also cover basic research skills to better prepare the students for the capstone project.

Each student will complete a proposal and identify a suitable supervisor. The student will meet the supervisor frequently to discuss directions and report on progress. Towards the end of the project, the student will collate and analyse the data, and will write and submit a final report.

While selecting project topics, students would be encouraged to select topics that are sponsored by local shipping / logistics businesses or problems that have practical relevance to the business.

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The subject will spread over the last 2 semesters of the students’ final year study. The first semester is to introduce basic research methods useful for understanding organisational behaviors and business practices that could be a topic for the capstone project. The subject will examine applied research methods relevant to practitioners involved in organizational learning. It will include the identification of a research project, the development of the proposal and the planning of the project. The second semester of the subject will involve the analysis of the data and the actual writing and reporting of the research findings and conclusions.


Each student will be supervised by an academic staff member. All students may meet their supervisors to discuss, consult and be advised throughout the whole research period.



% weighting


a b c d e

Project Proposal 10%

Progress Report 10%

Final Report 50%

Presentation 30%

Total 100 %


Final Report – Student will prepare a written report of its research findings and recommendation/conclusions. The report will include the following parts: Introduction; Problem Description; Literature; Methodology; Results/Outcomes; Recommendations; Conclusions; References

Final Presentation – Student will prepare and deliver a public presentation covering the research process and outcomes as well as integrated learning from the capstone project. These presentations are expected to be scholarly, concise, substantive and appropriate for the research topic setting.


Class contact:

Discussions with supervisor 32 Hrs.

Seminar 10 Hrs.


Carry out the research project 105 Hrs.

Presentation and report preparation 105 Hrs.




There will be no specific text for this subject, however students will be required to read all assigned readings, and utilise all previous texts from the BBA programme as reference as necessary. Selected articles on various aspects of Business, Business Planning, Proposal Writing and Research Methodology are

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used as supplementary texts.

Pearce, J., and Robinson, R. (2010), Strategic Management, 12th ed., McGraw Hill.

Leedy, P.D., and Newby, T. J. (2009), Practical Research: Planning and Design, 9th ed., Prentice Hall.

Kumar, R. (2010), Research Methodology: A Step-by-step Guide for Beginners, 3rd ed., Sage Publications Ltd.

Cavana R.Y., Belahaye B.L. and Sekaran U. (2001), Applied Business Research: Qualitative and Quantitative Methods, Wiley

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Subject Title GSCM Capstone Project

Credit Value 6

Level 4


LGT2106 Principles of Operations Management

Role and Purposes

This subject is a capstone course for GSCM students. The subject provides students the opportunity to apply the knowledge acquired in their undergraduate study to advanced real-world situations. Students will draw on their broadened awareness of various business aspects to analyse real-world business problems. (Outcome 8)

Studying this subject will help develop students’ global outlook through the literature research on the related research materials and data collection. (Outcome 2). Creativity and innovation are addressed by the proposal preparation initiated by the students, the students are expected to propose the research project topic and discuss with the faculty advisor (Outcome 3). Leadership and teamwork skills will be enhanced with the projects which students work in group. The students will be able to recognise their own entrepreneurial potential and how that potential can be applied in logistics business context (Outcome 5).

Student will prepare a written report of its research findings and recommendation/conclusions. Besides, students will deliver a presentation openly covering the research process and outcomes as well as integrated learning from the capstone project (Outcome 1).



a. Evaluate and demonstrate their ability on integrating learning from all undergraduate subjects.

b. Develop a systematic and thorough approach to the analysis and solution of business problems in the field.

c. Write an integrative capstone report at undergraduate degree level and present the findings openly.

d. Develop oral and written communication skills through discussions with supervisors, presentations and final report preparation.

e. Understand how to apply ideas and insights from different functional areas to the process involved in creating innovative concepts and new ventures.


An introductory seminar will inform students of the rational structure of the project. The seminar will also cover basic research skills to better prepare the students for the capstone project. Each student will complete a proposal and

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identify a suitable supervisor. The student will meet the supervisor frequently to discuss directions and report on progress. Towards the end of the project, the student will collate and analyse the data, and will write and submit a final report.

The subject will spread over the last 2 semesters of the students’ final year study. The first semester is to introduce basic research methods useful for understanding organisational behaviors and business practices that could be a topic for the capstone project. The subject will examine applied research methods relevant to practitioners involved in organisational learning. It will include the identification of a research project, the development of the proposal and the planning of the project. The second semester of the subject will involve the analysis of the data and the actual writing and reporting of the research findings and conclusions.


Each student will be supervised by an academic staff member. All students may meet their supervisors to discuss, consult and be advised throughout the whole research period.



% weighting


a b c d e

Project Proposal 10%

Progress Report 10%

Final Report 50%

Presentation 30%

Total 100 %


Final Report – Student will prepare a written report of its research findings and recommendation/conclusions. The report will include the following parts: Introduction; Problem Description; Literature; Methodology; Results/Outcomes; Recommendations; Conclusions; References

Final Presentation – Student will prepare and deliver a public presentation covering the research process and outcomes as well as integrated learning from the capstone project. These presentations are expected to be scholarly, concise, substantive and appropriate for the research topic setting.


Class contact:

Discussions with supervisor 32 Hrs.

Seminar 10 Hrs.


Carry out the research project 105 Hrs.

Presentation and report preparation 105 Hrs.

Total student study effort 252 Hrs. 128



There will be no specific text for this subject, however students will be required to read all assigned readings, and utilise all previous texts from the BBA programme as reference as necessary. Selected articles on various aspects of Business, Business Planning, Proposal Writing and Research Methodology are used as supplementary texts.

Pearce, J., and Robinson, R. (2010), Strategic Management, 12th ed., McGraw Hill.

Leedy, P.D., and Newby, T. J. (2009), Practical Research: Planning and Design, 9th ed., Prentice Hall.

Kumar, R. (2010), Research Methodology: A Step-by-step Guide for Beginners, 3rd ed., Sage Publications Ltd.

Cavana R.Y., Belahaye B.L. and Sekaran U. (2001), Applied Business Research: Qualitative and Quantitative Methods, Wiley

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