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GLOBAL LOGISTICS
STRATEGY - TLOG 5653
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Exam 1
– Mid-Term
General Comments:
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Everything is fair game!! |
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The exam is a combination of multiple choice
(48), one word answers (4) and essays (4 of 6 with one required). It is neither easy, nor hard.
You will take most of the three hours to complete it; so plan
your time accordingly. |
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Below is a list of possible essay questions.
If a topic is not on the list, it does not mean it is
unimportant. But rather,
the topic was a better fit in the multiple choice section.
I will be in the office Monday and Tue.
I have to travel Wed and will not be able to respond to email
until late in the day. |
Likely Topics for Essay Questions:
- What
is the governments’ role in and reasons for supporting international
logistics?
- Describe
the current seaport competition with selection factors.
- Discuss
gift giving and bribery in international business.
Why is this a difficult situation?
How should a USA company handle this challenge?
- What
are the international legal systems with examples?
- What
are the views of free trade and protectionism and the role of GATT/WTO?
- What
are the various types of barriers (tariffs, non-tariff) to
international trade?
- Define
and discuss the various levels of cooperation/integration between
nations (cooperative agreements through political union).
Don’t forget the various current groups (NAFTA, EU, …)
- What
are the elements of culture and how would they affect USA business
people?
- What
techniques can international companies can use to reduce overseas
risk?
- What
is the current state of inland transportation systems in the various
areas of the world that we discussed in class?
- Who
are the intermediaries that can help international logisticians?
What is the role of each?
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