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BUS 437 - Applied Logistics


Provides an introduction to the concepts of intermodal transportation of commodities and produce. Discussion includes modes of transportation, incoterms, transaction risks, warehousing, and distribution as applied to transportation and logistics. Application of shipping and logistics to perishable commodities and cold chains is emphasized using contemporary tools in spatial mapping, data visualization, and data analytics (Microsoft Excel, Geographical Information Systems (GIS), SAS, SAP, etc.).

Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [(Prereq: (BUS 204  or STAT 100 ) and BUS 202  and BUS 299 with a C- or better) and (Prereq or Coreq: BUS 309  with a C- or better) and (Junior or Senior Standing)]
Typically Offered: Spring term only

Units: 4