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| MODULE DESCRIPTOR | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title | |||
| Supply Chain Management | |||
| Reference | BSM523 | Version | 8 |
| Created | January 2024 | SCQF Level | SCQF 11 |
| Approved | July 2018 | SCQF Points | 15 |
| Amended | March 2024 | ECTS Points | 7.5 |
| Aims of Module | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| To promote understanding of the contribution of integrated supply chains to the achievement of organisational efficiency and effectiveness. | |||
| Learning Outcomes for Module | |
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| On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to: | |
| 1 | Critically analyse and evaluate key concepts, principles and models related to Supply Chain Management. |
| 2 | Critically evaluate organisations' integrated supply chains to identify performance improvement opportunities and measure their efficiency. |
| 3 | Synthesise a range of concepts, principles and models to make informed judgements about sustainability in supply chain contexts. |
| 4 | Synthesise a range of concepts, principles and models and appraise exiting logistics and supply chain strategies to make informed judgements about transportation issues. |
| Indicative Module Content |
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| Supply chain strategy is explored in the context of the internationalisation of business, with a focus on sustainability in supply chain design and operations. The module also includes; Supply chain design, the role of information in supply chain management, measuring supply chain performance, sustainability and the triple bottom line, circular supply chains, logistics and transportation management, and the role of technology with a focus on industry 4.0. |
| Module Delivery |
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| The module is delivered in a Blended Learning mode through lectures, interactive group work, case study tutorials and directed self-study supported with online materials and activities. The module is also delivered in a self-directed Online Learning mode through web-based learning materials, supported with online seminars and tutorials. |
| Indicative Student Workload | Full Time | Part Time |
|---|---|---|
| Contact Hours | 36 | 36 |
| Non-Contact Hours | 114 | 114 |
| Placement/Work-Based Learning Experience [Notional] Hours | N/A | N/A |
| TOTAL | 150 | 150 |
| 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 |
| Description: | Individual coursework | ||||
| 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 | CHOPRA, S., 2019. Supply chain management: strategy, planning and operation. 7th ed. London: Pearson Education |
| 2 | MINH TRANG, R. and SIEGFRIED, P., 2022. Sustainable supply chain management: learning from the German automotive industry. Springer International Publishing. |
| 3 | SACHIN, S.K., 2023. Digital transformation and industry 4.0 for sustainable supply chain performance. Springer International Publishing. |
| 4 | PFOHL, H.C., 2023. Logistics management: conception and functions. Springer International Publishing. |
| 5 | BLANCHARD, D., 2021. Supply chain management: best practices. 3rd ed. UK: Wiley. |