MGMT08011 2016 Supply Chain Management
Full Title
Supply Chain Management
Transcript Title
Supply Chain Managememt
Code
MGMT08011
Attendance
N/A %
Subject Area
MGMT - Management
Department
BUS - Business
Level
08 - NFQ Level 8
Credit
05 - 05 Credits
Duration
Semester
Fee
€
Start Term
2016 - Full Academic Year 2016-17
End Term
9999 - The End of Time
Author(s)
John McNamara
Programme Membership
SG_BBUSS_K08 201600 Bachelor of Business (Honours) in Business in Business accs
Description
This course will examine the strategic importance of good supply chain design, planning and operation for organisations. It focuses on the improvement of enterprise and supply chain performance by coordinating information and material flows, managing supplier relations and logistics, and forming strategic alliances with partners.
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this module the learner will/should be able to;
1.
Describe the evolution of supply chains and explain the strategic importance supply chain management
2.
Explain the central role of the customer in the supply chain and describe the application of customer segmentation to supply chain management
3.
Describe and assess the information and funds flow process among supply chain participants and the supporting technologies
4.
Describe the various echelons in the supply chain - Distribution, Production, and Procurement - and critically assess their respective contributions to supply chain effectiveness
5.
Explain the importance of responsiveness in supply chain and describe the initiatives that have been developed to overcome poor coordination in retail supply chains
6.
Explain the need to coordinate processes, and the opportunities for collaboration between partners within supply chains;
7.
Explain the procurement process and assess the value contributions that procurement can make to the supply chain
8.
Discuss some of the more significant trends in supply chain managment at present and assess the likely future development of supply chains
Teaching and Learning Strategies
Readings, lectures and class discussion to develop an understanding of SCM concepts and practices
Company case studies to give students an understanding of the practice of SCM in organisations
Rresearch project to develop students research skill and to compare and critically assess the practice of SCM in a two progressive organisations
Module Assessment Strategies
MC Quizzes to encourage students to read the relevant materials and to assess their understanding of SCM concepts
Research Project to assess students skills in information acquisition, assessment and synthesis
A final examination is used to assess the students' overall grasp of the module
Repeat Assessments
Repeat examination plus an individual project for student who fail to achieve a pass grade in the continuous assessment elements
Indicative Syllabus
Logistics, the Supply Chain & Competitive Strategy
Logistics & Customer Value
Managing Supply and Demand
Creating the Responsive Supply Chain
Overcoming the Barriers to Supply Chain Integration
Creating a sustainable supply chain
The supply chain of the future
Coursework & Assessment Breakdown
Coursework & Continuous Assessment
40 %
End of Semester / Year Formal Exam
60 %
Coursework Assessment
| Title | Type | Form | Percent | Week | Learning Outcomes Assessed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Multiple Choice Computer based assessment | Continuous Assessment | Multiple Choice | 15 % | OnGoing | 1,2,3,4,5,6,8 |
| 2 | Research Project | Continuous Assessment | Individual Project | 25 % | Week 11 | 3,4,6,7 |
End of Semester / Year Assessment
| Title | Type | Form | Percent | Week | Learning Outcomes Assessed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Final Exam Written Examination | Final Exam | Closed Book Exam | 60 % | End of Term | 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8 |
Part Time Mode Workload
| Type | Location | Description | Hours | Frequency | Avg Workload |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lecture | Flat Classroom | Lecture and discussion | 1 | Weekly | 1.00 |
| Independent Learning | Not Specified | Independent Learning | 3 | Weekly | 3.00 |
Total Part Time Average Weekly Learner Contact Time 1.00 Hours
Required & Recommended Book List
Recommended Reading
2016-02-25 Logistics & Supply Chain Management FT Publishing International
ISBN 1292083794 ISBN-13 9781292083797
2016-02-25 Logistics & Supply Chain Management FT Publishing International
ISBN 1292083794 ISBN-13 9781292083797
The UK's bestselling book on logistics and supply chain management - over 100,000 copies sold. Effective development and management of supply chain networks helps businesses cut costs and enhance customer value. This updated 5th edition is a clear guide to all the key topics in an integrated approach to supply chains. As well as new and updated examples and case studies, there are two new chapters: Routes to Market: Many companies now have to manage multiple distribution channels - this chapter covers strategic issues on how companies "go to market" along with the cost implications of using alternative channels. Service Logistics: As companies begin to sell performance rather than physical product, this chapter explores the implications for logistics management as the need to provide higher levels of service and customer support becomes ever more critical.
Module Resources
Non ISBN Literary Resources
Martin Christopher, 2016 Logistics & Supply Chain Management FT Publishing International
ISBN-10 1292083794, ISBN-13 9781292083797
Other Resources
Full text journals available on Library databases:
Emerald
International Journal of Operations & Production Management
International Journal of Physical Distribution & Logistics Management
Journal of Manufacturing Technology Management
Supply Chain Management: An International Journal
Business Source Premier
Manufacturing & Service Operations Management
Production & Operations Management
Operations Management
Operations & Fulfillment
Logistics Management
Supply Chain Management Review
Journal of Business Logistics
Additional Information
None