Logistics Modelling, Short Course | Cranfield University | Cranfield, United Kingdom
5 days
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1925 GBP/full
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About

The aim of this Logistics Modelling course offered by Cranfield University is to give a general understanding of the principles and techniques of logistics modelling. The emphasis is on the development and application of quantitative models to support logistical analysis.

Overview

What you will learn

On successful completion of this Logistics Modelling course offered by Cranfield University you will be able to:

  • Describe the most important logistical methodologies such as Just In Time, Integrated Logistic Systems and Material Requirement Planning,
  • Describe the similarities and differences between commercial and military logistics systems,
  • Perform simple reliability and replacement calculations,
  • Calculate the optimum level of spare parts to hold in some simple settings,
  • Derive and apply the Economic Order Quantity formula in inventory control,
  • Describe various inventory control systems and understand their strengths and weaknesses,
  • Perform a Pareto analysis of an organisation’s stockholding,
  • Formulate and solve simple shortest-path, assignment, transportation and transshipment problems,
  • Perform a set of Material Requirement Planning calculations,
  • Describe the role of simulation in designing logistical systems.

Programme Structure

The program focuses on:

  • inventory control models,
  • forecasting techniques,
  • routing and resource allocation models,
  • reliability, maintenance and replacement modelling distribution networks.

Key information

Duration

  • Full-time
    • 5 days

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

English

Delivered

On Campus

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

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Other requirements

General requirements

  • Those who wish to understand the issues associated with military logistics modelling and the methods used to conduct quantitative assessment

Tuition Fee

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  • International

    1925 GBP/full
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the tuition of 1925 GBP for the full programme during 5 days.
  • National

    1925 GBP/full
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the tuition of 1925 GBP for the full programme during 5 days.

Living costs for Cranfield

700 - 1300 GBP /month
Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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