The Office of International Affairs offers a unique three-week intensive course in International Logistics for our international partners seeking to give their students hands-on experience in this credit-bearing course.
Course Description: Study the fundamentals of design, planning, and operation of logistics systems with emphasis on modeling and technology.
Course Objectives: Students will be familiarized with the basic concepts of product distribution and the terminology used in logistic systems. Students will be able to design effective product distribution and transportation systems as well as discuss methods of logistics management.
Topics:
Introduction to supply chains
Designing distribution networks
Facility location
Strategic alliances and outsourcing strategies
Designing transportation systems
Information technology
Decision-support systems
Case studies
Field Visits:
Seaport of Valparaíso
Technical visits to two local companies
Cultural visits:
Isla Negra, Santiago, and Valparaíso
Guest Lectures
Fruit Industry
Environmental Challenges
Energy Issues in Chile
Language of instruction : English
Oriented to : Engineering majors
Tuition: US$1550; includes class time, field trips and lectures as indicated above + ground transportation from/to the airport (for a group, not individually). It does not include airfare.
Housing: US$420 for three weeks. Homestay with local families, full board & room.
Calendar 2020: June 8-27, 2020
Questions/Registration? karol.trautmann@usm.cl
Important: A minimum of 7 enrolled students is required in order to offer the course
