MGT370: International Supply Chain Management

Final Paper

Focus of the Final Paper

International Logistics, Inc. is a conglomerate based in the United States that specializes in the manufacturing and distribution of high tech equipment. It has seen a marked trend in the competition’s exportation of goods around the world. As the manager of international logistics for this company, you have been asked by senior management to help identify a new export region. First, you must identify a country to export to. Using the material developed for Weeks One through Four, write an eight- to ten-page recommendation to International Logistics, Inc.’s senior management advising them of a potential export country based on research conducted throughout this class. Your proposal should address the following:

• Identify a new export country, and describe the country’s challenges and advantages. • Prepare a supply chain assessment. • Develop a transportation plan that addresses how to move goods to the chosen country. • Suggest recommendations for implementing the transportation plan.

Writing the Final Paper

The Final Paper:

1.    Must be eight- to ten- double spaced pages in length (not including the title and reference pages), and formatted according to APA style.

2.    Must include a title page with the following:

a.    Title of paper

b.    Student’s name

c.     Course name and number

d.    Instructor’s name

e.    Date submitted

3.    Must begin with an introductory paragraph that has a succinct thesis statement.

4.    Must address the topic of the paper with critical thought.

5.    Must end with a conclusion that reaffirms your thesis.

6.    Must use at least six scholarly sources, including a minimum of three from the Ashford University Library.

7.    Must document all sources in APA style.

8.    Must include a separate reference page, formatted according to APA style