Faculty of Arts and Business School of Business Teaching Session: Semester 1 Year: 2016 Course Coordinator: Dr Robert Ogulin Office No: K2.07 Phone No: (07) 5430 1268 Email: rogulin@usc.edu.au Course outline Code: MGT737 Title: Supply Chain Management 1. What is this course about? 1.1 Course description Today competition takes place between supply chains, and no longer at the inter-firm level. Enabled through information technology, supply chain management addresses the integrative approach of managing all activities related to products/services from the point of origin to the point of consumption. You will study basic methods of analysis in planning, organising and controlling supply chain operations, to ensure that the right product/service, in the right quantity, in the right condition, is delivered to the right customer at the right place, at the right time, at the right cost. 1.2 Course content supply chain strategies supply chain network design principles planning and managing inventories principles of logistics and transportation management procurement and sourcing decisions information technology in a supply chain supply chain performance innovative business models supply chain risk management and sustainability 2. Unit value 12 units
Page 2 3. How does this course contribute to my learning? Specific Learning Outcomes On successful completion of this course you should be able to: Describe and apply the different levels of supply chain activities. Utilise a systematic framework for analysing the behaviour of supply chain networks and best practices in supply chain management. Appraise the latest trends, technologies, and business models related to supply chain management. Use Supply Chain design, processes, and thinking to improve the competitiveness of an organisation. Work in teams to collaborate on project outcomes and manage group dynamics. Assessment Tasks You will be assessed on the learning outcome in task/s: 1, 2 and 3 Knowledgeable. 1 and 3 Empowered. Qualities Completing these tasks successfully will contribute to you becoming: 1, 2 and 3 Creative and critical thinkers. 1 and 3 Empowered. 1 Empowered 4. Am I eligible to enrol in this course? Refer to the Coursework Programs and Awards - Academic Policy for definitions of pre-requisites, corequisites and anti-requisites 4.1 Enrolment restrictions Must be enrolled in a postgraduate program 4.2 Pre-requisites 4.3 Co-requisites 4.4 Anti-requisites 4.5 Specific assumed prior knowledge and skills 5. How am I going to be assessed? 5.1 Grading scale Standard High Distinction (HD), Distinction (DN), Credit (CR), Pass (PS), Fail (FL)
Page 3 5.2 Assessment tasks Task Assessment Tasks No. 1 Assignment/SCM Proposal 2 Assignment: Supply Chain Management Presentation 3 Supply Chain Management Report Individual or Group Weighting % What is the duration / length? When should I submit? Where should I submit it? Individual 10% 400 words Week 5 Blackboard Group 40% 15 minutes Week 12 In class Group 50% 2500 Words Week 13 SafeAssign 100% Assessment Task 1: Assignment /SCM Proposal Goal: The purpose of this task is to work in teams to collaborate on project outcomes and manage group dynamics. Product: Assignment / SCM Proposal Format: This is a group assessment. The length of this assignment should be approximately 400 words. In this component you are required to provide an outline of the following aspects: supply chain research topic names of the team members and their roles in the assignment as to who is going to do what and when how often you are going to meet as a group and what you are going to discuss in the meeting list of references including the industry reports if any that you are going to use in completing your assignment project activity schedule for progress monitoring to ensure that you are able to submit your assignment on time your strategy for addressing the conflict if any in your group Criteria Level of comprehensiveness of the project plan Roles and responsibilities clearly outlined Appropriateness of research materials Clearly defined and achievable scheduling Generic skill assessed Skill assessment level Problem solving Assessment Task 2: Assignment: Supply Chain Management Presentation Goal: Product: Format: This task provides an opportunity to develop your supply chain management skills by presenting in a group the results of your research on the latest trends, technologies, and business models related to supply chain management. Supply chain management presentation In-class (or recorded) group presentation of 15 minutes duration. All group members will receive the same result. Further details available on. You can alternatively submit an electronic version (PowerPoint, or equivalent), a video or voice recorded version of your presentation. Criteria Application of relevant supply chain management concepts/frameworks and theories in completing the report
Page 4 Logical development of arguments in presenting your analysis Conclusions and recommendations Engagement with audience Use of relevant credible sources and appropriate referencing style Collaboration among group members (peer evaluation report) Generic skill assessed Skill assessment level Collaboration Problem solving Assessment Task 3: Assignment: Supply Chain Management Report Goal: Product: Format: This task provides an opportunity to develop your supply chain management skills by appraising the latest trends, technologies, and business models related to supply chain management. Supply chain management report Group report of 2500 words. All group members will receive the same result. Further details available on. Criteria Application of relevant supply chain management concepts/frameworks and theories in completing the report Logical development of arguments in presenting your analysis Conclusions and recommendations Error free writing with appropriate formatting Use of relevant credible sources and appropriate referencing style Collaboration among group members (peer evaluation report) Generic skill assessed Skill assessment level Collaboration Problem solving 5.3 Additional assessment requirements SafeAssign In order to minimise incidents of plagiarism and collusion, this course may require that some of its assessment tasks are submitted electronically via SafeAssign. This software allows for text comparisons to be made between your submitted assessment item and all other work that SafeAssign has access to. If required, details of how to submit via SafeAssign will be provided on the Blackboard site of the course. Eligibility for Supplementary Assessment Your eligibility for supplementary assessment in a course is dependent of the following conditions applying: a) The final mark is in the percentage range 47% to 49.4% b) The course is graded using the Standard Grading scale c) You have not failed an assessment task in the course due to academic misconduct 5.4 Submission penalties Late submission of assessment tasks will be penalised at the following maximum rate: 5% (of the assessment task s identified value) per day for the first two days from the date identified as the due date for the assessment task. 10% (of the assessment task s identified value) for the third day 20% (of the assessment task s identified value) for the fourth day and subsequent days up to and including seven days from the date identified as the due date for the assessment task.
Page 5 A result of zero is awarded for an assessment task submitted after seven days from the date identified as the due date for the assessment task. Weekdays and weekends are included in the calculation of days late. To request an extension you must contact your course coordinator to negotiate an outcome. 6. How is the course offered? 6.1 Directed study hours On campus workshop: 3 hours per week This course is also available on line 6.2 Teaching semester/session(s) offered Semester 1 6.3 Course activities Teaching What key concepts/content Week / will I learn? Module 1 Understanding the Supply Chain 2 Supply Chain Strategies - Lean, agile, leagile 3 Designing global supply chain networks 4 Friday, 25 th March Good Friday Public Holiday Inventory management across the supply chain 5 Business processes in supply chains and mass-customisation What activities will I engage in to learn the concepts/content? Directed Study Independent Study Activities Activities Mid Semester Break 6 Distribution and Transportation 7 Warehousing and postponement 8 Monday, 25 th April ANZAC Day Information systems in Supply Chain Management (ie ERP, VMI, CPFR)
Page 6 Public Holiday 9 Monday, 2 nd May Labour Day Public Holiday Sourcing and procurement 10 Review project brief and gather relevant information Guest Lecturer 11 Review project brief and gather relevant information 12 Review project brief and gather relevant information Please note that the course activities may be subject to variation. 7. What resources do I need to undertake this course? 7.1 Prescribed text(s) 7.2 readings Lists of required and recommended readings may be found for this course on its Blackboard site. These materials/readings will assist you in preparing for tutorials and assignments, and will provide further information regarding particular aspects of your course. 7.3 Specific requirements No specific requirements 7.4 Risk management There is minimal health and safety risk in this course. It is your responsibility to familiarise yourself with the Health and Safety policies and procedures applicable within campus areas. 8. How can I obtain help with my studies? In the first instance you should contact your tutor, then the Course Coordinator. Student Life and Learning provides additional assistance to all students through Peer Advisors and Academic Skills Advisors. You can drop in or book an appointment. To book: Tel: +61 7 5430 1226 or Email: StudentLifeandLearning@usc.edu.au 9. Links to relevant University policies and procedures For more information on Academic Learning & Teaching categories including: Assessment: Courses and Coursework Programs Review of Assessment and Final Grades Supplementary Assessment Administration of Central Examinations
Page 7 Deferred Examinations Student Academic Misconduct Students with a Disability http://www.usc.edu.au/university/governance-and-executive/policies-and-procedures#academic-learningand-teaching 10. Faculty specific information Locating journal articles If you have been notified that the journal articles in this course are available on e-reserve, use the on-line library catalogue to find them. For journal articles not on e-reserve, click on the "Journals and Newspapers" link on the Library Homepage. Enter the journal title e.g. History Australia, then search for the volume and issue or keyword as needed. Assignment cover sheets The Faculty of Arts and Business assignment cover sheet can be found on Blackboard or on the USC Portal at: Faculty of Arts and Business (Students) > Forms. It must be completed in full identifying student name, assignment topic, tutor and tutorial time. This must be attached securely to the front of each assessment item prior to submission. Claims of loss of assignments will not be considered unless supported by a receipt. Help: If you are experiencing problems with your studies or academic work, consult your tutor in the first instance or the Course Coordinator as quickly as possible. Difficulties: If you are experiencing difficulties relating to teaching and assessment you should approach your tutor in the first instance. If not satisfied after that you should approach in order your Course Coordinator, Program Coordinator then Head of School. General enquires Student Central - Building C Tel: +61 7 5430 2890 Fax: +61 7 5430 2882 Email: Studentcentral@usc.edu.au