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B.Eng. in Logistics Engineering and Supply
Chain Management
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| The increasing importance of logistics is due to a number of factors, which include the rapid development of technology, the further development of global markets resulting in a larger number of companies with operations worldwide, and a corporate emphasis on quality and customer satisfaction. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| With the extensive relocation of manufacturing activities to China, Hong Kong has become an increasingly important centre for imports and exports from the mainland by providing finance, insurance, distribution and telecommunication support. Hong Kong is also becoming a regional hub and |  |
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| now acts as an integrator of various business activities, including sales, marketing, procurement, distribution and logistics management. Factors which are influencing the logistics function are early supplier involvement in product design, global sourcing, supply chain management, strategic alliances, outsourcing and quality assessment systems. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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of logistics is also supported by the Second and Final Report of the
Chief Executive's Commission on Innovation and Technology, in which
it identifies the need for Hong Kong to develop its role as a logistics
hub and centre for supply chain management. |
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| At the same time, changes in the general business environment are also affecting the purchasing function. For example, increased awareness of the natural environment, in conjunction with government legislation, is affecting customers' purchasing decisions. Logistics managers will also have to cope with a deeper set of responsibilities with the trend towards downsizing and a flatter organisational structure. Finally, new forms of organisations such as virtual corporations will shift the focus of supply management from products to core competencies. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| At the undergraduate level, the emphasis of this BEng curriculum will be given to developing relevant skills. Typical skills to be developed include: | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Logistics skills - market analysis, collaborative relationships, sourcing decisions, change management and planning and organisational skills; | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Systems engineering - cost analysis, product and design knowledge, computer literacy, supplier selection, production planning and inventory control; | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Interpersonal skills - written and oral communication, group dynamics, problem solving and international and cultural awareness. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| The emphasis of this BEng programme is on developing an integrated view towards solving logistics problems. The objective is therefore to produce graduates who can work not only as part of a team, but also have the necessary entrepreneurial skills to identify potential opportunities for organisations in minimising the total cost of the logistics solution. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
This degree programme is newly accredited by the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport in Hong Kong, which is the Hong Kong Section of the international professional organisation Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport in the U.K. Graduates of this programme qualify academically for chartered members of the Institute. New Optional Minor |
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