Rotterdam School of Business and Public Policy

Faculty of Business, Communication and Finance

Start Dates: 16th March/ 7th December 2026 – Rotterdam

Distribution and Logistics Management  program enables participants to optimally plan and execute the strategic, operational and tactical components that support the movement of goods across the entire value chain, thereby ensuring that they arrive at customers on time and on budget. Participants  will learn how to define and solve the distribution problem and manage the execution of the plan to provide value to the bottom line and enhance the return on investment in this increasing competitive area.

Course Objectives

At the end of the course, participants should be able to:

  • Understand the key concepts and functions of logistics and distribution management.
  • Plan and manage transportation, warehousing, and inventory efficiently.
  • Design effective distribution networks to enhance service delivery and cost control.
  • Apply performance measures to evaluate logistics and distribution effectiveness.
  • Integrate logistics strategies with overall business and customer service objectives.

Target Participants

The course is designed for supply chain and logistics professionals across the entire supply chain (procurement, manufacturing, distribution, transportation, warehousing, and retail) who are interested in expanding their knowledge.

Outline

  • Business Logistics Defined
  • The Supply Chain (SC)
  • The Activity Mix
  • Inventory Planning and Management
  • Transportation and Distribution Planning and Management
  • Importance of Logistics/SC
  • Objectives of Business Logistics/SC
  • Logistics Customer Service Expectations

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