Course Title: Manage a supply chain
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2016
Course Code: BUSM7822C
Course Title: Manage a supply chain
School: 650T Vocational Business Education
Campus: City Campus
Program: C5302 - Diploma of Logistics
Course Contact : Tim Wallis
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 5423
Course Contact Email:timothy.wallis@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Justin Briggs
justin.briggs@rmit.edu.au
Building 80 Level 5 Room 30.013 Ext: 5433
Phone : 9925.5433
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur : Meetings By Appointment Only
Nominal Hours: 60
Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.
Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
None
Course Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to manage a supply chain, including the relationships between an organisation and its supply and demand partners along the chain. It covers implementing a demand-driven supply chain management strategy, managing the supply chain, and evaluating and improving supply chain effectiveness.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
TLIL5055A Manage a supply chain |
Element: |
1 Implement demand-driven supply chain management strategy |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Responsibility for supply chain management within the organisation is assigned in accordance with supply chain management strategy
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Element: |
2 Manage supply chain |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Communication and information exchange with strategic partners and suppliers is managed in accordance with the supply chain management strategy |
Element: |
3 Evaluate and improve supply chain effectiveness |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Demand chain management and supply chain management are monitored in accordance with the supply chain management strategy |
Learning Outcomes
Students will develop the skills and knowledge required to manage a supply chain.
Details of Learning Activities
A range of learning activities are planned for this course including self-paced and collaborative class room based activities.
The self-based activities will be delivered through various technology platforms and will include quizzes, scenario case studies and interactive sessions.
The collaborative classroom based activities will include group discussion, group problem solving activities and opportunities to practice skills in a simulated workplace environment.
Teaching Schedule
| Week | Date | Topics | Assessment |
| 1 | 08-12 Feb | Induction (See above) History of Supply Chain and Operational Policy Procedures - Explanation of blogs to be completed by week 9 RMIT Overview - Diploma overview - Subject Overview Supply Chain and Operational Procedures blackboard overview including class materials etc |
Task 1 - Explanation of blog to be completed by week 9 |
| 2 | 15-19 Feb | Pre read workbook pages SC 6 - 7 and OP 7 - 9, Blackboard material and/or links, prepare to discuss key points and participate in class activities. Types of Supply Chain and Operational Quality controls |
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| 3 | 22-26 Feb |
Review first 2 weeks and questions. Pre read workbook pages SC 8 - 10 Safety and the Chain of responsibility |
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| 4 | 29 Feb-04 Mar | SC Technology and In Class Plan and Develop Learning Activity - Final Report and Presentation overview - Review week 3 and questions. Pre read workbook pages SC 14-17, Blackboard material and/or links, prepare to discuss key points and participate in class activities View Supply Chain Video Pre read workbook pages OP 16 - 18, Blackboard material and/or links, prepare to discuss key points and participate in class Plan and Develop learning activity. http://logisticsbureau.com.au/video-supply-chain-logistics.htm Overview Assessment Task 2 Operational Procedures - Assessment Task 3 Supply Chain |
Overview Assessment Task 3 Operational Procedures - Assessment and Task 3 Supply Chain conjoined report to be completed by week15 |
| 5 | 07-11 Mar | SC Management and Operational Induction Responsibilities Monday 9th March Public Holiday - Labour Day (Vic) Normal Classes rest of week Review week 4 and questions. Pre read workbook pages SC 18 - 21, Blackboard material and/or links, prepare to discuss key points and participate in class activities Wednesday - Pre read workbook pages OP 19 - 21, Blackboard material and/or links, prepare to discuss key points and participate in class Induction Checklist exercise Blackwoods Onsite Store Visitor Induction.docx Procedure Template doc Chain of responsibility procedures |
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| 6 | 15-18 Mar |
Communication - Operational Responsibilities Communicating the chain of responsibility. |
Assignment 2 written report Template and Blackboard Review weeks 1 - 6 |
| 7 | 21-24 Mar | Pre read workbook pages OP 21 - 23, Blackboard material and/or links, prepare to discuss key points and participate in class Responsibilities learning activity Assignment Template and Blackboard Review weeks 1 - 6 Review and discuss self-directed blog activity for completion week 9. |
Assignment Template and Blackboard Review weeks 1 - 6 Review and discuss self-directed blog activity for completion week 9. |
| 24 Mar –01 Apr | Easter Break | Self-directed blog activities | |
| 8 | 04-08 Apr | Review weeks 1- 8b Check blogs – Technology in Supply Chain - SC Process, Security, Data and Operational KPI’s - Pre read workbook pages SC 26 - 29 and participate in class activities Completion of all blog activity. | Assessment task 1 to be completed by end of this week |
| 9 | 11-15 Apr | SC Process, Security, Data and Operational KPI’s Pre read workbook pages OP 24 - 25, Blackboard material and/or links, prepare to discuss key points and participate in class activities |
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| 10 | 18 – 21 Apr | SC Networks, Financial Structures and Procedure Goals Review week 10 and questions. Pre read workbook pages SC 30 - 33 and participate in class activities Pre read workbook pages OP 25 - 26, Blackboard material and/or links, prepare to discuss key points and participate in class activities |
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| 11 | 26-29 Apr | Demand Chain Management and Procedure Implementation Review week 11 and questions. Pre read workbook pages SC 37 - 41 and participate in class |
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| 12 | 02-06 May | Replenishment and Demand Review week 12 and questions. Pre read workbook pages SC 42 on and participate in class learning activity Prepare to discuss key points and participate in class activities - Discuss final submissions hand in process for week 14-15 |
Discuss final submissions hand in process for week 14-15 |
| 13 | 09-13 May | Review all of Supply Chain material and Operational Procedure material in relation to submissions. Receive early submissions | Receive early submissions |
| 14 | 16-20 May | Review all of Supply Chain material and Operational Procedure material in relation to submissions. Receive early submissions | Receive early submissions |
| 15 | 23-27 May | Receive final report submissions | Assessment Task 2 and 3 Receive final report submissions |
| 16 | 31 May – 03 Jun | Receive Final Submissions requiring extension Review, Assess and Feedback | Receive Final Submissions requiring extension |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
As provided in blackboard
Overview of Assessment
Assessment may incorporate a variety of methods including in-class exercises, problem-solving exercises, assignments, group or individual projects, presentations and written or practical tests, as well as homework activities.
Other activities may be workplace-based or simulate work practices. These may include the production of technical requirements documents, direct observation of workplace practices and the presentation of a portfolio of evidence. This portfolio may include documents, photographs, video and/or audio files.
Students are advised that they are likely to be asked to personally demonstrate their assessment work to their teacher to ensure that the relevant competency standards are being met. Students will be provided with feedback throughout the course to check their progress.
Assessment Tasks
This following units are co-delivered and coassessed: BUSM7817C Develop operational procedures; BUSM7822C Manage Supply Chain; BUSM7986C - Administer chain of responsibility policies and procedures;
Students are required to complete 3 tasks. You must successfully complete all 3 tasks to be deemed competent in this unit.
Assessment Task 1 – Manage Supply Chain Blog.
Date handed out: Week 1
Date and time due: Week 9
Group or Individual: This assignment is to be completed individually
Purpose:Supply chain management involves overseeing the entire supply chain cycle from raw materials to producers, component suppliers, manufacturers, wholesalers, third party service providers, retailers, customers and recyclers, plus freight, distribution and cash flow
Requirements: The online learning component of this course will involve participation in a number of online collaborate sessions which will discuss key journal topics. In preparing for these collaborate sessions, you will need to undertake some basic research – either through the web or within your organisation.
You are required to record your research for at least two of the blogs sessions.
There are no formal referencing requirements for the journal or blog entries.
Assessment Task 2 – Implementation of Supply Chain and Operational Procedures written report.
Date handed out: Week 4
Date and time due: Week 15
Group or Individual: Groups of no more than 4 students – Note: This assignment follows on from Assignment 1 – so you should try to find a group which completed assignment 1 on the same company.
Purpose:This assignment will allow you to develop "Operational Procedures”. It requires you to develop innovative strategies and tactics to overcome day to day workplace issues that encourage meeting workplace goals and key performance indicators in a work area.
Requirements:Making reference to assignment 1, you will analyse your business in line with your existing operations, policies, and KPI’s and identify a new operational procedure. The assignment should be fully referenced, outline the procedure in detail and be not more than 3000 words. Simple tables in addition to the words listed.
Assessment Task 3 – Presentation – Technology in Operational Procedures and Supply Chain Management
Date handed out: Week 4
Date and time due: Week 15
Group or Individual: Groups of no more than 4 students
Purpose:This research assignment and presentation will allow you to research and present on critical technology aspects in the management of,
Requirements: In groups of not more than 4 students you will be required to present a 10 minute presentation which addresses the topic of ‘How developments in Supply Chain Management Technology can assist with the Management of a Supply Chain Operational Procedure.
Assessment Matrix
As per assessment outline
Further information regarding the application of the grading criteria will be provided by your teacher.
Other Information
Submission Requirements
You should:
• Ensure that you submit assessments on or before the due date.
• Always retain a copy of your assessment tasks. (hard copy and soft copy)
• When you submit work for assessment at RMIT University you need to use a cover sheet that includes a declaration and statement of authorship. You must complete, sign and submit a cover sheet with all work you submit for assessment, whether individual or group work. On the cover sheet you declare that the work you are presenting for assessment is your own work. An assignment cover sheet for submission of each assessment task is available on blackboard.
• Each page of your assessment should include footer with your name, student number, the title of the assessment, unit code and title and page numbers. For example, Julie Macpherson, 324567, Task 2, OHS2345C Ensure safe workplace, Page 1 of 10.
Late Submission Procedures
You are required to submit assessment items and/or ensure performance based assessment is completed by the due dates.
If you are prevented from submitting an assessment item on time, by circumstances outside your control, you may apply in advance to your teacher for an extension to the due date of up to seven calendar days.
More Information: http://www.rmit.edu.au/students/assessment/extension
Form to use: http://mams.rmit.edu.au/seca86tti4g4z.pdf
Where an extension of greater than seven days is needed, you must apply for special consideration. Applications for special consideration must be submitted no later than two working days after the assessment task deadline or scheduled examination.
More Information: http://www.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=g43abm17hc9w
Form to use: http://mams.rmit.edu.au/8a5dgcaqvaes1.pdf
Resubmissions (VET Programs):
If you are found to be unsuccessful in a Course Assessment Task you will be allowed one resubmission only. Your teacher will provide feedback regarding what you need to do to improve and will set a new deadline for the resubmission. The highest grade you will receive if your resubmission is successful is “CAG”.
If you are still not meeting the assessment requirements you must apply to your Program Manager in writing outlining the steps you will take to demonstrate competence in your course. Your submission will be considered by the Program Team and you will be advised of the outcome as soon as possible.
Adjustments to Assessment
In certain circumstances students may be eligible for an assessment adjustment. For more information about the circumstances under which the assessment arrangements might be granted please access the following website:
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Marking Guide (Competency):
You must demonstrate that you have all the required skills/knowledge/elements in the unit of competency you are studying.
You will receive feedback on each assessment task that will inform you about your progress and how well you are performing.
Marking Guide (Grading)
After achieving competency we then grade your performance in the unit and you will achieve one of the following grades:
Final Grades table:
CHD Competent with High Distinction
CDI Competent with Distinction
CC Competent with Credit
CAG Competency Achieved – Graded
NYC Not Yet Competent
DNS Did Not Submit for assessment
Further information regarding the application of the grading criteria will be provided by your teacher.
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