Syllabus: International Trade and Transport
Unit Title International Trade and Transport
Unit Code ITT-0605
Level Diploma
Credits 20
Main Aim(s) of the Unit
This unit aims to develop the necessary skills and knowledge base to maintain a sound system for classifying and recording cost accounting information for stock valuation, profit measurement, and for assisting management in the profitable operation of a business.
Main Topic(s) of Study
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Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course students will be able to:
- Discuss characteristics of good and bad markets
- Discuss considerations in choice of packaging
- Discuss the function and use of a range of international transport documentation
- Discuss the role and functions of customs controls
- Discuss relative merits of a range of payment methods
Learning and teaching methods/strategies
Learning takes place on a number of levels through lectures, class discussion including problem review and analysis. Formal lectures provide a foundation of information on which the student builds through directed learning and self managed learning outside of the class. The students are actively encouraged to form study groups to discuss course material which fosters a greater depth learning experience.
Assessment method
3 Hour Examination 100%
Indicative Reading for this Unit
Main Text
Principles of International Physical Distribution - Jim Sherlock (Blackwell Publishing)
Alternative Text and further reading
Economic Geography - H Robinson (Pitman)
Understanding the Freight Business - D E Downs (Micor)
Export Practice & Management - Alan Branch (Thomson Business Press)
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