The aim of the module is to give students a good overview of the key areas of logistics and supply chain management and upon completion of the module students should have a good understanding of the basic principles of logistics and supply chain management. This module provides an introductory overview of the importance of logistics and the supply chain process in determining the competitive success of an organisation. Students will be introduced to the various components of the supply chain and their logistical requirements. The module also aims to introduce students to the range of subject areas to be examined in the logistics and supply chain.
Introduction to Logistics & Supply Chain Management: Explanation of logistics & supply chain management concepts- the value-added concept, lean versus responsive supply chains. Supply chain management and its relationship to the other management functions.
The Customer Service Dimension: Developing a value-based supply chain. The definition of customer service in logistics. Service measurement techniques. Benchmarking against competitors. Order qualifiers and order winners. Suboptimality.
Facilities Decisions: Different types of distribution channels- functions and roles of participants. Location screening and analysis. Warehousing principles and design. consolidation & transhipment. 3rd party logistic service providers.
Transportation Choices in the Supply Chain: Factors affecting choice in transportation, characteristics of alternative transport modes, choice of logistics operator, choice of supply chain/ distribution channel structure, assessment of materials handling.
Information and Communication Technology: The role of information in.the Supply Chain . Trading using the internet. Order tracking and tracing.
Manufacturing & its Impact on Logistics: Introduction to manufacturing processes- process type versus product type. Materials Requirements Planning. Implications of supply-side constraints for retailers.
The role of environmentalism, and greening the supply chain, and value added.
Supply chain management key issues and challenges in the twenty first century.
The module combines formal lectures, interactive presentations, case studies, participant activities and exercises to maximise the impact of the learning experience. Students will have ample time to consider the ideas and apply the skills discussed and it is expected that these interactive exercises will serve to reinforce some of the learning on the module.
In addition, company case histories and video presentations will be presented to illustrate key themes in the module.
| Module Content & Assessment | |
|---|---|
| Assessment Breakdown | % |
| Formal Examination | 60 |
| Other Assessment(s) | 40 |