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Master of Business Administration in Logistics & SCM 2
Course Curriculum (Session 2018-20)
The MBA in Logistics and SCM course employs various modes of teaching, learning and
assessment including industry experts from especially logistics will provide insights to the
students that reflect in its interdisciplinary approach. This integrated teaching allows
understanding of the overlap and interaction between the different business areas. This approach
also allows the students to develop multiple skills such as critical analysis, independent research,
report writing, numerical ability, working with real-life case studies, presentation skills and
interpersonal skills through group tasks. These skills further enable the students to take a full,
active and responsible role within the business community, whether this is through
entrepreneurship, further study, or in managerial role.
The general purpose of this course is to facilitate industry and research cooperation. For this
purpose GLA University had joined hands with Safeducate Learning Pvt Ltd and drafted the
course curriculum in such a way so that practical aspects of logistics Industry can be developed
among students which directly will increase his/ her employability as well will facilitates the
industry with well groomed professionals . For accomplishment of the objective of course this
strategic association will include the following areas;
Joint industry and Academia initiatives in learning associated with logistics & supply
chain management
Exchange of visiting experts for the purpose of conducting learning sessions
Discussion for the exchange of facilities and equipment for collaborative or independent
research based on the policies of both entities
Exchange scholarly information including research papers, indices to these, books and
magazines on relevant subjects and potential joint projects where possible and
appropriate
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Total 24 0 8 23 32
1 MLSC0009 Legal Aspects of Business 4 0 0 3 4
Total 24 0 8 23 32
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4 MLSC0020 Optimization in 4 0 0 3 4
Operations Research
5 III MLSC0021 Fundamentals of 4 0 0 3 4
Marketing Management
6 MLSC0022 Production and Operations 4 0 0 3 4
Management
7 MLSC0023 Logistics in Business 4 0 0 3 4
Efficiency
8 MLSC0024 Managerial Aptitude – III 0 0 4 2 4
Total 28 0 4 23 32
INSTITUTE OF BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
MBA In Logistics and SCM (Session 2018-19)
S. no. Trimester Code Subject L T P Credits Contact
Hrs/Wk
1 MLSC0025 Ethics and Governance 4 0 0 3 4
in Business#
2 MLSC0026 Corporate Strategic 4 0 0 3 4
Management#
3 MLSC0027 International Business# 4 0 0 3 4
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Course Outline
Business Policy and Environment
Course Code: MLSC0001 Year: I Trimester: I Max. Hours: 30
Preamble: The present course aims at familiarizing the participants with various aspects of
economic, social, political and cultural environment of India. This will help them in gaining a
deeper understanding of the environmental factors influencing Indian business organizations
To develop the concept of the business organization operating within the parameters of the
internal and external environment.
To understand the place of business within the economic system and present some
important economic principles relevant to the behavior of business in response to changes
in the environment.
To impart knowledge about, and encourage awareness of, current issues, facts and events
in the local national and international business world.
Introduction to Business Environment: Concept, Significance,
Framework for internal / external environment. Social
UNIT – I Responsibly of business enterprises (5 Sessions)
Environmental analysis: Meaning, Methods of environmental
scanning: SWOT, ETOP, PESTL. Five force analysis
Financial System & legal Environment: Recent financial
UNIT –II system; Money & Capital market, EXIM Policy, FEMA, and (6 Sessions)
Role of FII & FDI.
RBI-Role and functions, Financial Sector reforms/banking
UNIT – III structure reforms: Narasimhan committee recommendations, (4 Sessions)
Monetary and Fiscal Policy.
MID-TERM EXAMINATION
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Text Books:
Aswathappa, K. (2016). Essentials of Business Environment. Himalaya Publishing
House.
Cherunilam, F. (2010). Business Environment. 18th edition. Himalaya Publishing House.
Paul, J. (2008). Business Environment. 3rd Edition. Tata McGraw-Hill Publication.
Reference Books:
Goyal, Dr. A. (2010). Environment For Managers. 1st edition. V.K (India) Enterprises.
Neelamegam, V. (2010). Business Environment. Vrinda Publications
Learning Outcomes
The students will be able to:
Understand the concept of the business organization operating within the parameters of
the internal and external environment.
The awareness about current business practices lasted emerging opportunities and issues.
Have the ease in doing SWOT analysis of business.
Understanding about financial market functioning.
Students will be able to understand the factors affecting business.
Understanding about economic systems will be developed.
The learning about the economic and non-economic aspects related to business will be
acquired
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Course Outline
Accounting for Managers
Course Code: MLSC0002 Year: I Trimester: I Max. Hours: 30
Preamble: The basic motive of this course is to provide a basic understanding of financial
accounting to students and make them enable to understand, analyze and interpret financial
statements for better decision making. The course is expected to make the students financially
literate so that effective financial planning can be executed for organizations.
MID-TERM EXAMINATION
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Text Books:
Tulsian, P. C. (2008). Financial Accounting. New Delhi: Pearson Education.
Reference Books:
Narayanaswami, R. (2009). Financial Accounting: Managerial Perspective. New Delhi:
Prentice Hall of India Private Limited.
Maheshwari, S. N., & Maheshwari, S. K. (2006). 4 th Edition. An Introduction to
Accountancy. New Delhi: Vikas Publishing House Pvt. Ltd.
Neelakantan, Ramchandran & Kakani (2008). 2nd Edition. Financial Accounting for
Management. Tata McGraw-Hill Publishing Company Limited, New Delhi.
Journals:
Indian Journal of Finance
The IUP Journal of Accounting Research and Audit Practices
Learning outcomes
Students will be able to understand the role and relevance of financial accounting in
management.
Explore the various dimensions of financial accounting and their implications in financial
spectrum of a business entity
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Course Outline
Managerial Economics
Course Code: MLSC0003 Year: I Trimester: I Max. Hours: 30
Preamble: The paper intends to make the students familiarize about the modern economic
theories and the managerial implications in to the business practices. This is also
conceptualizing to develop the macroscopic and microscopic vision of the students related to
economic practices in the economy. The paper will also help the student to use their resources
optimally and arrive at sound decision making on operational grounds.
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Text Books:
Geetika, Ghosh P., Choudhary R. P. (2009). Managerial Economics. Tata McGraw Hill
Publication.
Petersen, C. (2006). Managerial Economics. Pearson Education
Reference Books:
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Course Outline
Management Concepts and Applications
Course Code: MLSC0004 Year: I Trimester: I Max. Hours: 30
Preamble: The course is aimed at equipping the students with necessary management and
skills and techniques so as to inspire and channelize their energy and willing cooperation in
the advancement of their professional development. The goal of this course is to gain greater
skill and confidence to communicate effectively as a manager.
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Text Books:
Stoner, Freeman, & Gilbert, Jr. (2008).6th Edition. Management. Prentice Hall of India.
Harold, K. & Heinz, W. (2008). Essentials of Management. 5th Edition. Tata McGraw
Hill.
Reference Books:
Robbins & Coulter. (2007). Management. 9th Edition. Prentice Hall of India..
Robbins, S. P., & Decenzo, D. A. (2007). Fundamentals of Management: Essential
Concepts and Applications.6th Edition. Pearson Education.
Weihrich Heinz and Koontz Harold - Management: A Global and Entrepreneurial
Perspective (McGraw Hill, 12 Edition 2008)
Learning Outcomes
Develop the understanding about basic management principles and concepts.
Apply management theories in practical business set-up.
Develop the practical skills of decision making and leadership in context to present
Business scenario.
:Learn basic business presentation skills and enhance their communication skills
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Managerial Communication
Course Code: MLSC0005 Year: I Trimester: I Max. Hours: 30
Preamble: The course is aimed at equipping the students with necessary techniques and
skills of communication to inform inspire and enlist their activity and willing cooperation in
the performance of their jobs. This course’s goal is to help you gain greater skill and
confidence to communicate effectively as a manager.
MID-TERM EXAMINATION
Employment Communication
Group Discussions: Introduction, Concept, Purpose, Types of
Group Discussion Strategies to Succeed, Dos and Don’ts
UNIT – IV (5 Sessions)
Interview Skills: Introduction, Concept, Purpose, Types of
Interview, Tips for Success in Interviews, Employer’s
Preparation, Dos and Don’ts.
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Text Books:
Lesikar, R. V., & Petitt, J. D. Jr. (2005). Business Communication: Skills for Empowering
the Internet Generation. 10th Edition. Tata McGraw-Hill Publication.
Reference Books:
Learning Outcomes
The students will be able to understand the communication situation.
The effective and persuasive communication skills will be developed.
Budding managers will be able to give presentation both formal and informal.
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Course Outline
Computer Applications in Business Management
Course Code: MLSC0007 Year: I Trimester: I Max. Hours: 30
Preamble: Computer applications are one of the important part in business studies.
Computer and softwares play an important role in data analysis in various business domains.
This subject focuses on technical and practical knowledge of computer and various softwares
so that students will be technically sound to solve various business problems.
To familiarize students with the computer hardware and software and applications of
software in various business domain needs.
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Text Books:
Bharihoke, D. (2009). Fundamentals of Information Technology. New Delhi: Excel
Books
Norton, P. (2006). Introduction to Computers. New Delhi: Tata McGraw Hill
Publications
Ritendra Goel & D.N. Kakkar (2004). Computer Applications in Management. New
Delhi: New Age International (P) Ltd.
Reference Books:
Basandra, S. K. (2003). Computers Today. Greater Noida: Galgotia Publication Pvt. Ltd.
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Leon, A., & Leon, M. (1989). Introduction to Computers. New Delhi: Vikas Publishing
House
Pvt. Ltd.
Suggested Journals:
Information Technology and Management
Suggested Link:
http://www.capterra.com/accounting-and-finance-software
Learning Outcomes:
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Course Outline
Preamble: For running any enterprise there is a immense need of understanding the various
dynamics. It is not limited to understanding the surroundings of supplies, customers etc. but
also the law related to the every happening around in context of business. Because it is well
settled rule that “Ignorance of Law is no excuse”
To make the student aware about the basic act The Contract Act 1872 so that the fair
level of understanding can be developed.
Getting them acquainted with the other mercantile laws like Sales of good, Company Act
and IT Act.
That how it will be like a package for all the aspirants to understand at least the entry
level complexities in Law by own.
Introduction:-Meaning of Law.
Contract: Concepts and essentials, Valid Contract - Offer and
Acceptance, Consideration and its exceptions, Capacity to
UNIT – I Contract, Free consent and its types, Breach of a Contract,
(8 Sessions)
Remedies for breach of contract, Quasi contracts, Contract Act,
1872
UNIT –II Consumer Protection Act, 1986. (3 Sessions)
Contract of Sale and its essentials, Express and implied
UNIT –III Conditions and Warranties, Delivery, Right of Unpaid Seller (4 Sessions)
against the Goods- Sale of Good Act, 1930
MID-TERM EXAMINATION
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Porwal,L.M. & Kumar, S.(2010) Business Law. N. Delhi, Virnda Publication Ltd
Kapoor,N.D. (2009). Elements of Merchantile Law. New Delhi: Sultan Chand & Sons.
Tulsian, P.C.(2006).Business law.New Delhi:Tata McGraw Hill Publishing Company
Ltd.
Reference books:
http://www.caclubindia.com
http://indiacode.nic.in
https://www.pwc.in
http://www.mca.gov.in
Learning Outcome:
After completion of course, student will be able to:
Understand the contract Act 1872 with the Essential of Valid contract along with
classifications of special contract.
Get exposure with the special mercantile laws like ‘Partnership Act , Sales of good Act,
Company Act and IT Act.
Able to understand the applicability of laws and rules as per the today’s scenario.
Understand and able to solve the basics complexities of situations that arose in business
world pertaining to legal regulatory framework
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Course Outline
Cost and Managerial Accounting
Course Code: XXXX Year: I Trimester: II Max. Hours: 30
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Reference Books:
Horngrene, Datar, & Foster. (2002). Introduction to Management Accounting. New
Delhi: Pearson Education.
Pandey, I. M. (2005).Management Accounting. New Delhi: Vikas Publication.
Suggested Journals:
The IUP Journal of Accounting Research & Audit Practices, IUP Publications,
Hyderabad.
Indian Journal of Finance, Satya Gilani Publication, New Delhi.
Learning outcomes:
Students will be able to understand with cost records/statements and principles
underlying them and to develop their skills in understanding and appreciating cost
information.
Students will know the cost and management accounting mechanics, process and system,
but emphasis is laid on sound concepts and their managerial implications.
Know the utility of cost information as a vital input for management information and
decision making process.
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Course Outline
Individual and Group Behavior in Organization
Course Code: XXXX Year: I Trimester: II Max. Hours: 30
Preamble: Organizational behavior is a relatively young field of inquiry that studies what
people think, feel, and do in and around organizations. Organizations are groups of people
who work interdependently toward some purpose. OB concepts help us to predict and
understand organizational events, adopt more accurate theories of reality, and influence
organizational events.
MID-TERM EXAMINATION
Motivation: Concept, Nature and Importance.
Individual Motivation Theories: Alderfer’s ERG Theory,
UNIT IV McClellands Achievement Motivation Theory, Vroom’s (6 Sessions)
Expectancy Theory, Porter & Lawler’s Model
Organizational Motivation
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\ Reference Books:
Suggested Journals:
Vikalpa: The Journal for Decision Makers; Publication of the Indian Institute of
Management, Ahmedabad
Learning Outcomes
After the completion of the course the student will be able to:
Understand the various approaches of OB as applied in organization.
Develop fundamental skills of understanding, diagnosing and managing the
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Course Outline
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Reference Books:
Zikmund, W. G. (2009). Business Research Method. Cengage Learning. New Delhi.
Collis, J., & Hussey, R. (2003). Business Research. Palgrave Macmillan, Hampshire.
Beri, G. C. (2005). Marketing Research. Tata McGraw-Hill Publication. New Delhi.
Bhattacharyya, D. K. (2004). Research Methodology. 1st Edition. Excel Book
Publication.
Kothari, C. R. (2004). Research Methodology. New Age International Publication. New
Delhi.
Learning Outcomes
Develop scientific thinking for critically analyzing management problems and develop
basic knowledge on qualitative, quantitative and mixed methods research, as well as
relevant ethical and philosophical considerations.
Skill to assess the appropriateness of different kinds of research designs and
methodology, for instance in terms of their appropriateness, transparency and quality.
Have knowledge and skill on various kinds
of research designs and software in research.
Course Outline
Statistical Analysis for Supply Chain Management
Course Code: XXXX Year: I Trimester: II Max. Hours: 30
Preamble: Statistical thinking enhances our understanding of how life works, allows control
over societal & business issues and helps individuals make informed decisions. Studying the
subject enhances the skills in understanding the business & industry problems and finding out
their solutions.
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MID-TERM EXAMINATION
Analysis of Time series: Meaning, Utility, Components,
UNIT – IV Models, Methods of Measuring Trend, how to Calculate and (5 Sessions)
Eliminate Trend , measurement of seasonal effects
Probability: Basic concept
Tests of Hypotheses: meaning of hypothesis, test statistics and
their types, Significance Level, Hypothesis Testing of
Proportions and Means and Differences between Means and (5 Sessions)
UNIT – V Proportions (Large and Small Samples), Test based on Z- test, t
– test and F -test
Text Books:
Sharma, J. K. (2010). Business Statistics. New Delhi: Pearson Education (P) Ltd.
Bali, N. P., Gupta, P. N., & Gandhi, C. P. (2008). Text Book of Quantitative Techniques.
New Delhi: Laxmi Publications (P) Ltd.
Reference Books:
Bajpai, N. (2001). Business Statistics. New Delhi: Pearson Education (P) Ltd.
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Levin, R. I. (1997). Statistics for Management. New Delhi: Pearson Education (P) Ltd.
Hooda, R. P. (2003). Statistics for Business and Economics. New Delhi: Macmillan
Publication.
Beri, G. C. (2010). Business Statistics. New Delhi: Tata McGraw Hill Publishing
Company Ltd.
Gupta, S.C. (2006). Fundamentals of Statistics. New Delhi: Himalaya Publishing House.
Elhance, D.N. (2008). Fundamentals of Statistics. New Delhi: Kitab Mahal Distributors
New Delhi.
Suggested Journals:
Journal of Business and Economic & Economic Statistics
Journal of Statistical Software
Journal of American Statistical Association
Learning outcomes:
Students will be able to apply different statistical methods to solve various statistical and
decision making problems with the help of software’s.
Students will be able to understand role of statistical techniques in business research
analysis.
Students will be able to analyze and interpret managerial, scientific, health , engineering
statistical problems.
Preamble: MIS are business concepts in which the influence of information technology has
caused change. Management Information Systems aims to give students a practical and
theoretical background to the use of IT in the business world. It covers various business
initiatives and how technology supports these initiatives.
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Text Books:
O’Brien, J. (2007). Management Information System. 8th Edition; Tata McGraw-Hill
Publication.
Reference Books:
Laudon & Laudon. (2007). Business Information System. 9th Edition. Tata McGraw-Hill
Publication.
Behl, R. (2006). Information Technology for Management. Tata McGraw-Hill
Publication.
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Learning Outcomes:
Demonstrate effective analytical and critical thinking skills to make an appropriate
business related decisions
Distinguish and analyze ethical problems that occur in business and society
Apply leadership skills and competencies in business situations
Illustrate how current technologies and decision-support tools can be utilized to the
advantage of business operations.
Demonstrate an understanding of the major functional areas of Business
Explain the role and significance of effective management information systems, and
describe how they contribute to optimizing organizational performance.
Explain fundamental database concepts and apply these concepts to the design and
development of relational databases.
Demonstrate the major steps in the design and implementation phases of the system
development life cycle (SDLC).
Course Outline
Finance for Managers
Course Code: XXXX Year: I Trimester: III Max. Hours: 30
Preamble: Financial management entails planning for the future of a person or a business
enterprise to ensure a positive cash flow. It includes the administration and maintenance of
financial assets. Besides, financial management covers the process of identifying and
managing risks. From an organizational point of view, the process of financial management is
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associated with financial planning and financial control.
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MID-TERM EXAMINATION
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Text Books:
Kishore, R. M. (2008). Financial Management. 6th Edition. New Delhi: Taxmann
Publication.
Pandey, I. M. (2009). Financial Management. 9th Edition. New Delhi: Vikas Publishing
House.
Reference Books:
Khan, M. Y., & Jain, P. K. (2009). Financial Management. New Delhi: Tata McGraw-
Hill Publication.
Chandra, P. (2009). Financial management. 7th Edition. New Delhi: Tata McGraw-Hill
Publication.
Brealey, M. (2002). Principle of Corporate Finance. 7th Edition. New Delhi: Tata
McGraw-Hill Publication.
Maheswari, S. N. (2007). Financial Management. New Delhi: Vikas Publishers.
Journals:
The Quarterly Journal of Indian Institute of Finance
(http://www.financeindia.org/fi.htm)
Learning Outcome
Understanding the basic finance concepts like cash-flow, time value of money, return,
and risk as the building blocks of finance theory.
Identify factors that have a bearing on the investment, financing and dividend decisions.
Evaluate the financial viability of a capital budgeting exercise in various situations.
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Able to discuss the issues involved in value based management and corporate
governance.
Will be able to analyze relevant factors that have bearing on the management of working
capital.
Course Outline
Text Book:
Rao, V.S.P. (2010). Human Resources Management. Excel Books. New Delhi.
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Reference Books:
Flippo, E. B. (2008). Personnel Management. New Delhi: Tata McGraw-Hill
International Series.
Gomez, M. & Balkin. (2008). Managing Human Resources. Pearson Education. New
Delhi.
Rao, P. (2007). Essentials of Human Resources Management & IR. (3rd Edition).
Himalaya Publishing House. New Delhi.
Aswathappa, K. (2008). Human Resource management / Text & Cases. Tata McGraw-
Hill Publication. New Delhi.
Aquinas, P.G. (2009). Human Resource Management. Vikas Publishing. New Delhi.
Ivancevich, John M. (2005). Human Resource Management. Tata McGraw-Hill
Publication. New Delhi.
Monappa, A., & Saiyadain, M. S. (2006). Personnel Management. Tata McGraw Hill
Publication. New Delhi.
Snell & Bholander. (2007). Human Resource Management. Cengage Learning. New
Delhi.
Journals:
Advances in Developing Human Resources, Sage Publication
Human Resource Development Review, Sage Publication
HBR (Harvard Business Review)
Learning Outcome:
After completion of course student will be able to:
Students were able to develop the main HR functions viz. acquisition, development, and
Maintenance functions.
Able to understand Compensation administration, transfers discipline, redressal which
brought under the title Maintenance function.
Able to Analysis and develop the Meticulous planning in orchestrating whole functions
of HRM the will obviate the future problems and accelerate the progress of the organization.
Course Outline
Core Concepts of SCM
Course Code: XXXX Year: I Trimester: III Max. Hours: 30
Preamble: Supply Chain as a management discipline originated after use of logistics in the
military and later branched into the commercial sector as business logistics. Now, the hottest
topic in the commercial sector is supply chain management. It is concerned with the efficient
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integration of suppliers, factories, warehouses and stores so that merchandise is produced and
distributed: – In the right quantities – To the right locations – At the right time. This course
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Demonstrate the ability to analyze and apply critical thinking and learning skills related
to "real life" problems and situations
MID-TERM EXAMINATION
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Text Books:
Chopra, S., & Meindel, P. (2007). Supply Chain Management –Strategy, Planning and
Operation. 3rd Edition. Pearson/PHI.
Reference Books:
Levi, S. D. et al. (2003). Second Edition. Designing and Managing the Supply Chain:
Concepts, Strategies and Case Studies. Tata McGraw-Hill.
Christopher, M. (2000). Second Edition. Logistics & Supply Chain Management:
Strategies for Reducing Cost & Improving Service. Pearson, India.
Shapiro, J. F. (2001). Modeling the Supply Chain. Duxbury.
Sople, Logistics Management. Pearson, India.
Agrawal, D. K. Supply Chain Management-Strategy, Cases & Best Practices. Macmillan.
Shah, J. Supply Chain Management- Text and Cases. Pearson, India.
Suggested Journals:
International Journal of Decision Making in Supply Chain & Logistics, Serials
Publications, New Delhi.
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Will be able to solve real business life issues related to forecasting and inventory
management.
Will be able to make decisions about purchasing policies, vendor selection and material
handling issues.
Course Outline
Optimization in Operations Research
Course Code: XXXX Year: I Trimester: III Max. Hours: 30
Preamble: The Decision Making Body of any organization constitutes of Managers, who
work at different levels. Their ultimate goal is maximization wealth for the organization
through the optimum utilization of resources.
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Text Books:
Vohra, N. D. (2010). Quantitative Techniques in Management. New Delhi: Tata
McGraw-Hill Publication.
Reference Books:
Sharma, J. K. (2006). Operations Research. New Delhi: Macmillan Publication.
Taha, H.A. (2008). Operations Research: An Introduction. New Delhi: Pearson
Education.
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Swarup, K. (2008). Operations Research. New Delhi: Sultan Chand & Sons.
Sharma, S.D. (2005. Operations Research. Meerut: Kedar Nath Ram Nath.
Gupta, P. K., & Hira, D.S. (2008). Operations Research. New Delhi: S. Chand &
Company Ltd.
Suggested Journals:
Journal of Operations Research Society
European Journal of Operations Research
Asia Pacific Journal of Operations Research
International Journal of Operations Research
Learning outcomes:
Students will be able to design, solve and improve mathematical model of different type
of scientific and managerial problems.
Students will be able to find optimal solution of various mathematical models of
different decision making physical problems with various mathematical and
computational tools.
Students will be able to define and apply different type’s quantitative techniques to solve
managerial, scientific, engineering and social problems
Course Outline
Fundamentals of Marketing Management
Course Code: XXXX Year: I Trimester: III Max. Hours: 30
abroad.
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To create awareness about the latest trends and developments in marketing and enhance
their problem-solving and decision-making abilities in strategic areas of marketing.
To get students to think as business & marketing professionals involved in the effort of a
modern day business organization.
Introduction of Marketing, Marketing Philosophies, Elements of
UNIT – I Marketing, Difference between Marketing and Selling, B2B Vs. (5 Sessions)
B2C. Marketing Mix, Marketing Information System.
Concept of Consumer Buying Behaviour, its Types, Process and
determinants.
Market segmentation, Targeting and Positioning: Segmenting
UNIT –II Consumer and Business Markets–Bases, Purpose and Process, (5 Sessions)
Market Targeting, Positioning – Nature and Importance,
Differentiating the Product
New Product Development: Planning and Process, Failure of New
Products.
UNIT – III Concept, Stages & Strategies of Product Life Cycle. (5 Sessions)
Competitive strategies for Leaders, Challengers, Followers and
Nichers.
MID-TERM EXAMINATION
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Text Books:
Kotler, P. (2007). Marketing Management, Analysis Planning, Implementation and
Control. 12th Edition. Pearson Education.
Kotler, P., & Keller, K. L. (2007). Marketing Management. 12th Edition. Pearson
Education.
Kotler, P., & Armstrong, G. (1999). Principles of Marketing. 12th Edition. Pearson
Education.
Reference Books:
Ramaswamy, V. S., & Namakumari, S. (2002). Marketing Management: Planning,
Implementation and Control: Global Perspective Indian Context. 3rd Edition. McMillan
Publication.
Kumar, A. & Meenakshi, N. (2008). Marketing Management. Vikas Publishing House
Czinkota & Kotabe. (2001). Marketing Management. 2nd Edition; Australia : Thomson
Learning
Saxena, R. (2003). Marketing Management. 3rd Edition. Tata McGraw-Hill Publication.
Journals:
Journals of Marketing Management by Westburn Publishers
Indian Journal of Marketing (www.indianjournalofmarketing.com)
Marketing Management JOURNAL (www.mmaglobal.org)
Learning Outcomes
Understand the concepts, tools and techniques relevant to marketing management
Develop an insight into basic marketing mix issues
Go through the complexities of buying Behavior
Solve the strategic marketing problems faced by marketing managers
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Course Outline
Production and Operations Management
Course Code: XXXX Year: I Trimester: III Max. Hours: 30
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To enable them to use these techniques for optimizing the manufacturing process of the
organization.
Introduction to Operation Management: Introduction,
Historical Evolution, Scope of Operation Management, Operating
System – Classification,
UNIT – I (5 Sessions)
Plant Location and Layout: Introduction, Factors influencing
Plant Location, Selecting a Suitable Location, Location Models,
Plant Layout and its Classification of Layout
Material Handling: Introduction and Meaning, Objectives and
Principles of Material Handling, Selection of Material Handling
Equipments, Evaluation of Material Handling System, Material
Handling Equipments, Guidelines for Effective Utilization of
Material Handling Equipments,
UNIT–II (4 Sessions)
Material Management: Introduction and Meaning of Material
Management, Scope of Material Management, Material Planning
and Control, Purchasing, Store management, Inventory Control,
Standardization, Simplification, Value Analysis, Ergonomics, JIT
Manufacturing.
Production Planning and Control: Introduction and Meaning,
Need for Production Planning and Control, Objective of
Production Planning and Control, Phase of Production Planning
and Control, Operation Planning and Schedule System, Aggregate (6 Sessions)
UNIT –III
Planning, Master Production Schedule, Material Requirement
Planning, Capacity Planning, Routing, Scheduling.
MID-TERM EXAMINATION
Quality Control: Introduction, Quality, Inspection, Quality
Control, Statistical Quality Control, Quality Circle.
Work Study: Introduction, Productivity, Work Study, Method
UNIT – IV (6 Sessions)
Study: Motion Study, Work Measurement, Time Study
Quality Assurance and Certification: ISO 9000, ISO 9004,
ISO 14000 Series
Maintenance Management: Introduction and Meaning,
Objectives of Maintenance, Types of Maintenance, Maintenance
UNIT – V (4 Sessions)
Planning, Maintenance Scheduling, Total Quality Maintenance,
Total Productive Maintenance
Waste Management: Introduction and Meaning, Identification
and Control of Waste, Disposal of Scrap.
UNIT – VI Automation: Introduction, Types of Automation, Computer (5 Sessions)
Integrated Manufacturing, Reason of Automation, Advantages of
Automation, Automation Strategies.
* Provision for presentations / assignments / case analysis in additional sessions
** 1 Session = 60 Minutes
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Text Books:
Reference Books:
Chary, S. N. (2010). Production and Operations Management. New Delhi: Tata
McGraw-Hill Publication.
Chunawala & Patel. (2009). Production and Operation Management. Mumbai: Himalaya
Publishing House.
Goel, B. S. (2010). Production Operations Management. Meerut: Pragati Prakashan.
Suggested Journals:
International Journal of Operations and Productions Management
International Journal of Production Economics
International Journal of Production Research
Learning Outcomes
Understand the basic frame work and significance of plant location and layout decisions.
Understand various tools and techniques of, necessary for running the production
process like, Capacity planning, Master production schedule, Routing and scheduling
decisions.
Analyze the processes involved in production, a scientific manner by utilizing the
concepts like work study and method study.
Understand the importance of Quality control tools and their implementation, in order to
maintain the quality of product/services
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Course Outline
Logistics in Business Efficiency
Course Code: XXXX Year: I Trimester: III Max. Hours: 30
Demonstrate the ability to analyze and apply critical thinking and learning skills related
to "real life" problems and situations
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Text Books:
Coyle, J. John et al. (2013). Managing Supply Chain – A Logistics Approach. 9th
Edition. Cengage Learning .
Reference Books:
Levi, S. D. et al. (2003). Second Edition. Designing and Managing the Supply Chain:
Concepts, Strategies and Case Studies. Tata McGraw-Hill.
Christopher, M. (2000). Second Edition. Logistics & Supply Chain Management:
Strategies for Reducing Cost & Improving Service. Pearson, India.
Shapiro, J. F. (2001). Modeling the Supply Chain. Duxbury.
Sople, Logistics Management. Pearson, India.
Agrawal, D. K. Supply Chain Management-Strategy, Cases & Best Practices. Macmillan.
Shah, J. Supply Chain Management- Text and Cases. Pearson, India.
Suggested Journals:
International Journal of Decision Making in Supply Chain & Logistics, Serials
Publications, New Delhi.
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Will be able to solve real business life issues related to International Ports systems and
its various issues during practical implementation
Will be able to design and develop Transportation system for logistics companies which
is the backbone for whole logistics industry..
Will be able to make decisions about purchasing policies, vendor selection and material
handling issues for logistics industry .
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Course Outline
Ethics and Governance in Business
Course Code: MLSC0025 Year: II Trimester: IV Max. Hours: 30
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Text Book:
Fernando, A.C. (2006). Corporate Governance: Principles Policies & Practices, Pearson
Education.
Aswathappa.K; Rani.J; Gundavajhala.S(2017). Business Ethics :Concepts ,Applications
,Framework and Cu;tural Impact , HPH
Reference Books:
Promote understanding of the importance, for business and the community, of ethical
conduct;
Provide the skills with which to recognize and resolve ethical issues in business;
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Enhance awareness and critical self-examination of one's own values, and to appreciate
the relevance of personal values in the business/workplace setting; and
Encourage reflection on the ethical dimension of your own decision-making in workplace
and other settings.
Demonstrate a solid understanding of the purpose and nature of corporations.
Evaluate different stakeholders’ roles and significance in relation to corporate
governance.
Explain the importance of regulation, markets and information in corporate governance.
International differences and similarities in relevant institutions and developments.
Critically assess governance concerns for individual corporations and their stakeholde
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Course Outline
Corporate Strategic Management
Course Code: MLSC0026 Year: II Trimester: IV Max. Hours: 30
Preamble: A strategic management course will help to gain the skills and know-how to
effectively develop and implement corporate strategies. This is not only about setting up
realistic business objectives, but also about performing daily tasks efficiently and leading
effectively. Organizations should see positive impact on its capacities for strategic thinking as
well as its impact on business outcomes. Yes, it's a commitment in terms of time and resources.
It instills the habit of reaching an identified goal by developing the necessary competence and
seizing available opportunities. In short, an understanding of strategy enhances performance
and improves career prospects
Analyze the main structural features of an industry and develop strategies that
position the firm most favorably in relation to competition and influence industry
structure to enhance industry attractiveness.
Recognize the different stages of industry evolution and recommend strategies
appropriate to each stage.
Appraise the resources and capabilities of the firm in terms of their ability to confer
sustainable competitive advantage and formulate strategies that leverage a firm’s core
competencies.
Demonstrate understanding of the concept of competitive advantage and its sources and
the ability to recognize it in real-world scenarios
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Text Books:
Thompson, Strickland, Gamble & Jain. (2005). Crafting and Executing Strategy. 14th
Edition. New Delhi: Tata McGraw Hill Publication
Azhar, K. (2008). Business Policy and Strategic Management. New Delhi: Tata McGraw
Hill Publication.
Hamel, G. & Prahalad, C. K. (2003). Competing for the Future. Harvard Business
School.
Reference Books:
Johnson, & Scholes. (2006). Exploring Corporate Strategy. Prentice Hall India.
Hunger and Wheelen, (2004). Strategic Management. New Delhi: Pearson Education.
Galbraith, J.R. (2006). Strategy Implementation: The Role of Structure and Process. West
Publishing Company.
Macmillan, H. & Tampoe, M. (2005). Strategic Management. Oxford University Press.
Pearce II, Robinson Jr., & Mittal. (1999). Strategic Management: Formulation, Implementation
and Control. Tata McGraw Hill.
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Learning Outcomes
Identify and demonstrate the key components of the strategic management process and
how it can be applied in organizations in order to increase value propositions for all the
organization’s stakeholders.
Appraise and judge strategic inputs, including the external and internal environment,
strategic mission and strategic intent.
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Outline
International Business
Course Code:MLSC0027 Year: II Trimester: IV Max. Hours: 30
Preamble: The Primary objective of this course is to acquaint the students to emerging
global trends,concepts and baic differences involved in international business and introducing
learners to the framework of International Business. This course introduces students to the
world of international business and management by studying and understanding cultural
influences, government and business structures in our global economy.
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Text Books:
Hill, C.W. (2014). International Business. 5th Edition. New Delhi: Tata McGraw Hill.
Keegan, J. W. (2007). Global Marketing Management. 7th Edition. New Delhi: Pearson
Education.
Reference Books:
Daniel, J., & Lee, H. (2009). International Business Environment. 11th Edition. New
Delhi: Pearson Education.
Onkvisit, S., & Shaw, J. (2004). International Marketing. 3rd Edition. New Delhi:
Pearson Education.
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Derskey, H. (2008). International Management. 4th Edition. New Delhi: Prentice Hall of
India.
Aswattapa, K. (2003). International Business. 3rd Edition. New Delhi: Tata McGraw
Hill.
Suggested Journals:
Global Business Review; International Management Institute, India.
Journal of World Economic Review; Serial Publications, India.
IUP journal o Intellectual Property rights; IUP, India.
Foreign Trade review; IIFT, India.
Learning Outcomes
Students will understand the ethical implication of business decision making and recognize
ethical dilemmas. Students will have awareness about international trade promotion
bodies.
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Course Outline
Recent trends in Supply Chain Management
Course Code: MLSO0001 Year: II Trimester: IV Max. Hours: 30
Preamble: Companies, retailers, and suppliers are now expected to comply and come up
with creative ways to meet consumer demands. Due to the ever-changing dynamics of today’s
global market place, it is necessary to examine upcoming future trends that may impact
businesses. Supply chains are a valuable component of all business planning, and hence, they
must be continuously monitored and updated. Technological advancements such as the
Internet of Things, automated transportation and similar futuristic innovations, have been
offering the agile and collaborated supply chain for sustainable businesses.
3PL & Cross docking: Concept of 3PL, need of 3PL, Tips for
implementation of 3PL’s, 4PL’s Know about Cross Dock, Why (4 Sessions)
Cross Dock, Benefits of Cross Dock
UNIT III
MID-TERM EXAMINATION
IT enabled SCM: Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP),
Warehouse Management System (WMS), Transportation
UNIT IV Management System (TMS), Fleet Management System (FMS), (6 Sessions)
Global Positioning System (GPS), Radio Frequency Identification
(RFID), Order Management System (OMS)
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Text Books:
D.K Aggarwal (2014); Textbook of Logistics & Supply Chain Management By Mac Millian
Publishers
G Raghuram & N Rangaraj (2016), Logistics & Supply Chain Management - Cases &
Concepts. Mac Millian Publishers
Reference Books:
Janat Shah (2012), Supply Chain Management: Text and Cases, 1st Edition, Pearson
Martin Christopher (2010), Logistics & Supply Chain Management; Creating Value -
Adding Networks, FT Press
Learning Outcome:
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Course Outline
Strategic and Operational issues in SCM
Course Code: MLSO0002 Year: II Trimester: IV Max. Hours: 30
Preamble: The supply chain is a critical piece in organization’s success. One can often find
the senior level managers finding it difficult to deal with strategic issues, which is the reason
why they have to first try and understand the concept and then try and exploit the strengths
of the organization to produce better results. One of the key roles in developing a strategy for
a manager is to be aware of the competitiveness and put their capabilities in order to meet
such a requirement. The results could be in terms of getting more efficient supply chain
network which will further lead to value creation for the customers.
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MID-TERM EXAMINATION
Material Requirement Planning: History of MRP, The scope of
MRP in Manufacturing, Implementation issues in MRP, Problems
UNIT IV with MRP, Total Quality Management, Quality inspections and (6 Sessions)
Quality costs, Six-Sigma Quality, The Shingo System, ISO 9000
and ISO 14000, External Bench Marking for QI
Text Books:
Sunil Chopra, Peter Meindl. (2008); Supply Chain Management by Prentice Hall.
Shoshanah Cohen, Josep Roussel (2010); The five core disciplines for Top Performance,
Mac Graw Hill Professional.
Reference Books:
Welch, Jack, Byrne, John A (2003) Jack: Straight from the Gut, Paperback.
Paul Hyland, Maree Storer (2014); Strategic Supply Chain Management, Pearson.
Journals:
International Journal of Supply Chain Management
HBR (Harvard Business Review)
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Learning Outcome:
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Course Outline
Supply Chain Performance-Metrics & Modeling
Course Code: MLSO0003 Year: II Trimester: IV Max. Hours: 30
MID-TERM EXAMINATION
Managing Uncertainty in Supply Chain: Safety Inventory, Role and
impact of Safety Inventory, Managing Safety Inventory in Multi -
UNIT IV (7 Sessions)
Echelon Inventory Model, Estimating and Managing Safety Inventory
in Practice, Introduction to Forecasting, Qualitative forecasting tools,
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Text Books:
Siham Vakery, Yuves Dallery (2014); Measurement & management of supply chain
performance by Pearson.
Stella Okoroafod (2008); Inventory procurement & control system by Prentice Hall
Publisher.
Journals:
Gunasekaran, A., Williams, H.J., McGaughey, R.E.: Performance measurement and
costing system in new enterprise.
Quayle, M.: A study of supply chain management practice in UK industrial SMEs.
Supply Chain Management: An International Journal
Tan, K.C.: Supply Chain Management: Practices, Concerns, and Performance Issues.
Journal of Supply Chain Management
Learning Outcome:
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Identify inventory and warehousing issues in an integrated logistics flow which reflects
sound business practices.
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Course Outline
Global Trade Operations & Forwarding
Course Code: MLSO0004 Year: II Trimester: IV Max. Hours: 30
Preamble: All Logistics and supply chain professionals must have a clear understanding of
the Global Trade operations and documentations involved in Trade. This will not only enable
them to do analytical thinking to maximize the efficiency of the firm, but also make them
understand the significance of 3 PLs in International Trade.
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Trade Barriers: Various factors affecting international trade, Tariff & Non-
Tariff Barriers, Regulatory Authorities & Government Policies, Role of
UNIT VI (5 Sessions )
Department Of Commerce & Finance Ministry
Text Books:
Global Supply Chain Management and International Logistics- Alan Branch (2008)
Logistical Management - The integrated supply chain process - D. J, Bowersox & D.J.
Gloss, Publisher: McGraw-Hill
Reference Books:
The competitive dynamics of Container Shipping, Gilman, S., Publisher: Gower
Publishing Company World.
Journals:
International Maritime Report.
Learning Outcome:
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Course Outline
Liner Shipping Business
Course Code: MLSO0005 Year: II Trimester: IV Max. Hours: 30
Preamble: All Logistics and supply chain professionals must have a clear understanding of
the strategies adopted by Liners to achieve economies of scale and market share. This will also
enable them to understand ways of acquiring and leasing Ships and containers. The students
will also get an insight about the agreement between Liners and their agents.
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MID-TERM EXAMINATION
Liner Agencies: Appointment & management of Liner Agencies - Standard
Liner Agency Agreement, Port Agency functions and practices. Carriers’ and
UNIT IV Merchants’ responsibilities and limitations of liability, Procedure for cargo (5 Sessions)
claims including the role and responsibilities of the parties. ISPS Code
Text Books:
International Ocean Shipping: Current concepts and Principles, Abrahamsson.B.J.,
Publisher: Westview Press
The competitive dynamics of Container Shipping, Gilman, S.,
Publisher: Gower Publishing Company World.
Journals:
International Maritime Report.
Learning Outcome:
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