LOGT 4232 - Study Guide - Exam 4

Chapters covered: 5, 6, in-class discussion, articles, handed outs, current topics, Southwest Pacific and Indian Sub-Continent maps, etc

 Format: Approximately 35 multiple choice questions, 4 essay/problems

 Suggested study strategy:

Potential essay questions:

1. What are the similarities and differences between the liner and charter industries?  What are the strengths and weaknesses of each type?

2. What are the current trends in the ocean conference system?  How has OSRA of 1998 changed the liner industry?

3. What are the different types of charters?  What are the advantages and disadvantages of each?  When would a company choose one over that other?

4. Given a charter list and situation, which ship would you charter and why?

5. Be prepared to calculate the various stowage formula.

6. What are the effects on logistics in the EU due to the changing nature of the government?  As a logistics person, what are some the tools or techniques would you use to be successful in the EU?  What was the response of the case study company we covered in class?

7. What were the key points of the student presentations?  What were the results and real world impact of these topics?  How would these types of things/events/situations affect international logistics?

8. Given a mini case, be prepared to analyze it, make a decision and articulate your recommendations.

9. What is a spread, and why is it important to international logistics?