Module Details
Module Code: |
MGMT9043 |
Title: |
Purchasing & Logistics
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Long Title:
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Purchasing & Logistics
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NFQ Level: |
Expert |
Valid From: |
Semester 1 - 2018/19 ( September 2018 ) |
Field of Study: |
3450 - Business & Management
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Module Description: |
This module explores the the operational challenges of distribution, logistics and purchasing at an operational level. Students will explore the development and operation of procurement processes and will gain exposure to the varied challenges of logistics management in manufacturing and service oriented environments.
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Learning Outcomes |
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to: |
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Learning Outcome Description |
LO1 |
Design end-to-end logistics plans in complex settings including physical, service and software sectors. |
LO2 |
Critically evaluate the challenges of logistics management in challenging environments. |
LO3 |
Analyse the organisational requirements for effective procurement management in businesses that are trading internationally. |
LO4 |
Integrate inventory management plans and demand management into lean supply chain design. |
LO5 |
Assess the technological and data-driven changes that impact on the business areas of purchasing, logistics and distribution. |
LO6 |
Critically interpret, analyse and evaluate key aspects of the learning process, from the student's own personal perspective. |
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Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named MTU module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
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Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module. You may not earn additional credit for the same learning and therefore you may not enrol in this module if you have successfully completed any modules in the incompatible list.
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No incompatible modules listed |
Co-requisite Modules
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No Co-requisite modules listed |
Requirements
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. You may not enrol on this module if you have not acquired the learning specified in this section.
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No requirements listed |
Indicative Content |
Logistics and SCM
The evolution of Logistics and supply chain management. Global supply chain relationships and behavior and obstacles to effective global supply chain .Recent trends globally, Lean and agile supply chains. Outsourcing. SC Risk Management.
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The Procurement Function
Procurement design, reporting, communication in purchasing, the 7 rights, purchasing documentation, e-procurement, reverse auctions.
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Supply Chain Operations
Lean and agile principles,supply and demand management, forecasting and inventory management, Global facility location & warehousing.
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Data, Internet of Things
Data Management, New Technologies in Supply Chain Management, ERP Systems.
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Sustainable SCM & Procurement
Triple Bottom Line, Green SCM & Purchasing, Corporate Social Responsibiliy in SCM, Ethical Sourcing
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Module Content & Assessment
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Assessment Breakdown | % |
Coursework | 100.00% |
Assessments
No End of Module Formal Examination |
Reassessment Requirement |
Coursework Only
This module is reassessed solely on the basis of re-submitted coursework. There is no repeat written examination.
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The University reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment
Module Workload
Workload: Full Time |
Workload Type |
Contact Type |
Workload Description |
Frequency |
Average Weekly Learner Workload |
Hours |
Lecture |
Contact |
In-class lectures |
Every Week |
2.00 |
2 |
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) |
Non Contact |
Self-directed learning |
Every Week |
5.00 |
5 |
Total Hours |
7.00 |
Total Weekly Learner Workload |
7.00 |
Total Weekly Contact Hours |
2.00 |
Workload: Part Time |
Workload Type |
Contact Type |
Workload Description |
Frequency |
Average Weekly Learner Workload |
Hours |
Lecture |
Contact |
in-class lectures |
Every Week |
2.00 |
2 |
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) |
Non Contact |
Self-directed learning |
Every Week |
5.00 |
5 |
Total Hours |
7.00 |
Total Weekly Learner Workload |
7.00 |
Total Weekly Contact Hours |
2.00 |
Module Resources
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Recommended Book Resources |
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Lysons & Farrington. (2016), Procurement and Supply Chain Management, 9. Pearson, [ISBN: 1292086114].
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Martin Christopher. (2011), Logistics and Supply Chain Management, 4. FT Press, London, [ISBN: 0273731122].
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Paul Myerson. (2012), Lean Supply Chain and Logistics Management, 1. McGraw Hill, London, [ISBN: 007176626X].
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Bailey, Farmer, Jessop & Jones. (2015), Procurement, Principles & Management,, 11. Trans-Atlantic Publicaitons, [ISBN: 1292016019].
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Other Resources |
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Journal Paper, Emerald Insight. The International Journal of Logistics
Management.
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