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| MODULE DESCRIPTOR | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title | |||
| Business Operations | |||
| Reference | BS2052 | Version | 2 |
| Created | August 2021 | SCQF Level | SCQF 8 |
| Approved | July 2019 | SCQF Points | 30 |
| Amended | September 2021 | ECTS Points | 15 |
| Aims of Module | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| The aim of this module is to provide an understanding of the principles and practices of Business Operations. To develop the student's knowledge of the concepts, systems and strategies relevant to business operations management and develop an ability to analyse and solve problems associated with operational environments. | |||
| Learning Outcomes for Module | |
|---|---|
| On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to: | |
| 1 | Evaluate the concepts, systems and strategies relevant to operations management |
| 2 | Evaluate the concepts, systems and strategies relevant to supply chain management. |
| 3 | Develop an awareness and understanding of the principles of procurement. |
| 4 | Develop an awareness and understanding of the principles of supply chain management |
| 5 | Convey the nature and rationale for collaboration in the supply chain process. |
| Indicative Module Content |
|---|
| The role and function of business operations, manufacturing and service operations, operations strategy, quality management, supply chain management, logistics, capacity, inventory, improvement and measurement techniques, collaboration, just in time, planning and control systems, design, facility location and layout. |
| Module Delivery |
|---|
| This module is delivered in supported online distance learning mode using a range of structured learning materials/activities and directed study, facilitated by regular online tutor contact, allowing students to contextualise their learning to their own workplace where appropriate. |
| Indicative Student Workload | Full Time | Part Time |
|---|---|---|
| Contact Hours | N/A | 30 |
| Non-Contact Hours | N/A | 270 |
| Placement/Work-Based Learning Experience [Notional] Hours | N/A | N/A |
| TOTAL | N/A | 300 |
| Actual Placement hours for professional, statutory or regulatory body |
| ASSESSMENT PLAN | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| If a major/minor model is used and box is ticked, % weightings below are indicative only. | |||||
| Component 1 | |||||
| Type: | Coursework | Weighting: | 100% | Outcomes Assessed: | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 |
| Description: | Report | ||||
| MODULE PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR | |
|---|---|
| Explanatory Text | |
| Component 1 comprises 100% of the module grade. To pass the module, a D grade is required. | |
| Module Grade | Minimum Requirements to achieve Module Grade: |
| A | A |
| B | B |
| C | C |
| D | D |
| E | E |
| F | F |
| NS | Non-submission of work by published deadline or non-attendance for examination |
| Module Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Prerequisites for Module | None. |
| Corequisites for module | None. |
| Precluded Modules | None. |
| INDICATIVE BIBLIOGRAPHY | |
|---|---|
| 1 | HEIZER, J. and RENDER, B. 2011. Principles of operations management. 8th ed. Harlow:Pearson Education |
| 2 | MANGAN, J. LALWANI, C and BUTCHER, T. 2011. Global Logistics and supply chain management. 2nd ed. New York: John Wiley |
| 3 | CHOPRA, S. and MEINDL, P. 2010. Supply chain management 4th ed. Boston:Pearson |
| 4 | SLACK, N. CHAMBERS, S. and JOHNSTON, R. 2010. Operations management. 6th ed Harlow: Financial Times |Prentice Hall. ebook |