This module is not currently running in 2022 to 2023.
This module aims to equip students with a global view of the strategic and operational processes that transform inputs into value-added finished products and services across a range of industries, across the globe. Advanced theory teaching with practical skills training using case studies from global organisations provides students with an understanding of the contemporary issues and programs used in global supply chain management.
Indicative topics are:
• Introduction to Operations and Supply Chain Management
• Strategic role and Operations Strategy
• Design of Products & Services
• Process Type and Layout
• Planning and Control
• Sequencing and Capacity Planning
• Supply/Demand Management
• Lean and agile supply chains
• Quality Management and Business Improvement
Total contact hours: 24
Private study hours: 126
Total study hours: 150
Main assessment methods
Moodle MCQ test (30%)
Individual Written Report (2000 words) (70%)
Greasley, A., (2009/2013). Operations Management 2nd or 3rd Ed., Hoboken, NJ: John Wiley and Sons.
Johnston, R. and Clark, G., (2012). Service Operations Management, 4th Ed, London: FT Prentice Hall.
Meredith JR. and Shafer, SM. (2009). Operations Management for MBAs (4th Ed), Hoboken, NJ: John Wiley and Sons.
Slack, N, Chambers, S, and Johnston, R. (2015) Operations Management, 7th edition, Harlow, Essex: FT Prentice
Additional material from guided reading of learned journals (specific papers provided).
See the library reading list for this module (Medway)
The intended subject specific learning outcomes.
On successfully completing the module students will be able to:
1 Demonstrate advanced understanding of the strategic contribution of operations to support business objectives.
2 Synthesise and critically evaluate the role of supply chain dynamics, lean and agile supply chains and supply chain integration.
3 Demonstrate a critical awareness of the dynamic nature of the relationship between technology and efficient operations and supply network processes.
4 Make informed judgments about the unpredictable and ambiguous relationship and impact of operations and supply chain management on the performance of an
organisation.
The intended generic learning outcomes.
On successfully completing the module students will be able to:
1 Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
2 Develop understanding about strategic operations.
3 Identify, critically analyse and address both academic and practical problems.
4 Critically formulate a considered outline of a logical case/argument.
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