Lectures - communication of knowledge and ideas from the lecturer to the student.
Problem Solving Exercises - students will be presented with supply chain management challenges and will work together to identify the origin and potential solutions to the management scenarios posed.
Class Discussion/Debate - Students will be encouraged to actively participate in the class sessions which will develop their analytical and communication skills.
E-Learning - It is envisaged that the module will be supported with on-line learning materials.
Self-Direct Independent Learning - the emphasis on independent learning will develop a strong and autonomous work and learning practices.
Module Aim:
The aim of this module is to introduce the student to the field of supply chain management.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner should be able to:
LO1
Identify and discuss the building blocks (logistics, operations, sourcing and marketing) of managing a supply chain.
LO2
Describe the supply chain management business processes underpinning internal focal company and external upstream and downstream trading partner activities.
LO3
Compare and contrast supply chain management in Manufacturing and Service contexts and identify tools supporting management decisions.
Pre-requisite learning
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
No recommendations listed
Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module.
No incompatible modules listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Requirements
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed.
No requirements listed
Module Content & Assessment
Indicative Content
Supply Chain Management - Introduction
Introduction and Overview of Elemental Supply Chain Management considerations;
The Value Chain
Porter's Value Chain; Linking internal and external value chains; Outsourcing; Managing product, information and financial flows;
The Internal Supply Chain - Focal Company Management Point of View
Industry & Business Contexts of Managing; Manufacturing and Service Business Processes; Cross functional Voices; Sustainable Supply Chain Strategy; Decision making rationales for Product Development, Purchasing, Inbound & Reverse Logistics, Receiving and Stores Management, Works Order Picking, Manufacturing Strategies, Warehousing, Sales Order Processing and Dispatch.
The External Supply Chain - Down-stream 20%
Retail; Category Management; Efficient Consumer Response; Centralised Distribution; Quick Response, Warehousing and Distribution Planning.
The External Supply Chain - Up-stream
Supply Tiers, Commodity Markets; Production; Vendor Managed Inventory, Transport Modes and Infrastructure; Global Supply Chains.
Supply Chain Integration
Vertical Integration; Collaborative Planning Forecasting and Replenishment; The role of Information and Communications Technology; The role of Purchasing Management; Buyer/Supplier Relationships.
Assessment Breakdown
%
Continuous Assessment
30.00%
End of Module Formal Examination
70.00%
Continuous Assessment
Assessment Type
Assessment Description
Outcome addressed
% of total
Assessment Date
Short Answer Questions
In-class Assessment
1,2
15.00
Week 5
Project
Group Project and presentation
1,2
15.00
Week 10
No Project
No Practical
End of Module Formal Examination
Assessment Type
Assessment Description
Outcome addressed
% of total
Assessment Date
Formal Exam
n/a
1,2,3
70.00
End-of-Semester
Continuous Assessment
Assessment Type
Assessment Description
Outcome addressed
% of total
Assessment Date
Short Answer Questions
In-class Assessment
1,2
15.00
Week 5
Project
Group project and presentation
1,2
15.00
Week 10
No Project
No Practical
End of Module Formal Examination
Assessment Type
Assessment Description
Outcome addressed
% of total
Assessment Date
Formal Exam
n/a
1,2,3
70.00
End-of-Semester
SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment