Faculty of Arts, Business and Law School of Business Teaching Session: Semester 2 Year: 2017 Course Coordinator: Joshua McLucas Email: jmclucas@usc.edu.au Course Outline Code: MGT326 Title: Supply Chain Strategy and Design 1. What is this course about? 1.1 Course description Strategic supply chain management concerns the effective design and long-term planning of a network of interconnected businesses involved. Strategic supply chain management looks at the supply network as a strategic asset, as increasingly supply chains compete, and not individual companies. This course covers theories, concepts and tools related to strategic supply chain alignment to achieve a fit of customers and markets with operations including information, network relationships, management and leadership. 1.2 Course content Supply Chain Strategy Strategic Alignment Networked Supply Chain Business Ecosystems 2. Unit value 12 units
Course Outline: 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: Demonstrate an understanding of relevant strategic supply chain concepts, tools and methods. Explain different strategic supply chain industry drivers. Apply and present strategic supply chain Assessment Tasks You will be assessed on the learning outcome in task/s: 1, 2 and 3 Empowered. Knowledgeable. Qualities Completing these tasks successfully will contribute to you becoming: 1, 2 and 3 Knowledgeable. Sustainability-focussed. 2 and 3 Creative and critical thinkers. Sustainability-focussed. knowledge. Compare different strategies. 2 and 3 Sustainability-focussed. Creative and critical thinkers. Analyse supply chain strategies. 2 and 3 Creative and critical thinkers. Ethical. 4. Am I eligible to enrol in this course? Refer to the Coursework Programs and Awards - Academic Policy for definitions of pre-requisites, co-requisites and anti-requisites 4.1 Enrolment restrictions 4.2 Pre-requisites 4.3 Co-requisites 4.4 Anti-requisites 4.5 Specific assumed prior knowledge and skills Basic supply chain knowledge recommended, but not a pre-requisite. 5. How am I going to be assessed? 5.1 Grading scale Standard High Distinction (HD), Distinction (DN), Credit (CR), Pass (PS), Fail (FL)
Course Outline: 5.2 Assessment tasks Task Assessment Tasks Individual No. or Group 1 Supply chain strategy model draft 2 Supply chain strategy project presentation 3 Supply chain strategy project report Page 3 Weighting % What is the duration / length? When should I submit? Where should I submit it? Individual 20% 2-3 pages Week 4 Group 40% 15-20 minutes Week 12 In class Individual 40% 1500 words Week 13 100% Assessment Task 1: Supply chain strategy model draft Goal: The goal is to demonstrate a basic understanding of relevant concepts and theories. Product: Supply chain strategy model draft. Format: Word document including introduction of supply chain drivers, application of one concept for the supply chain strategy model, and proposed project outline for assessment task 2. Criteria Demonstration of an understanding of relevant strategic supply chain concepts, tools and methods. Ability to explain different strategic supply chain industry drivers. Generic skill assessed Skill assessment level Problem solving Assessment Task 2: Supply chain strategy project presentation Goal: Demonstrate application of concepts, tools and methods and explanation of industry drivers in the context of a concrete business problem. Product: Presentation Format: Group presentation of supply chain strategy concept to be submitted in class, or online (video). Criteria Demonstration of an understanding of relevant strategic supply chain concepts, tools and methods. Ability to explain different strategic supply chain industry drivers. Application and presentation of strategic supply chain knowledge. Comparison of different strategies. Analysis of supply chain strategies. Presentation skills. Generic skill assessed Skill assessment level Collaboration Communication
Page 4 Course Outline: Assessment Task 3: Supply chain strategy project report Goal: Demonstrate application of concepts, tools and methods and explanation of industry drivers in the context of a concrete business problem. Product: Report Format: Individual report to be submitted via. Criteria Demonstration of an understanding of relevant strategic supply chain concepts, tools and methods. Ability to explain different strategic supply chain industry drivers. Application and presentation of strategic supply chain knowledge. Comparison of different strategies. Organisation and analysis of supply chain strategies. Problem-solving skills. Generic skill assessed Skill assessment level Applying technologies Problem-solving 5.3 Additional assessment requirements Plagiarism In order to minimise incidents of plagiarism and collusion, this course may require that some of its assessment tasks, when submitted to, are electronically checked through SafeAssign. This software allows for text comparisons to be made between your submitted assessment item and all other work that SafeAssign has access to. 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. 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 : 3 hour per week 6.2 Teaching semester/session(s) offered Semester 2
Page 5 Course Outline: 6.3 Course activities Teaching What key concepts/content will I Week / learn? Module 1 Introduction to history and evolution of strategy concepts relevant for the management of supply chains What activities will I engage in to learn the concepts/content? Directed Study Independent Study Activities Activities 2 Aligning with the customer Understanding the customer and the role of aligned resources and capabilities in the supply chain 3 Supply chain value and cost Understanding the role of cost and value in the design of supply chains 4 Generic supply chain startegies: lean vs agile Understanding RBT and its role for supply chain strategy and design 5 Supply chain silmulation In-class computer-aided supply chain simulation game that highlights fundamental principles for formulation of strategy and design 6 Integrating the supply chain Aligning, integration and synchronising the information flows in sc networks 7 Supply chain case analysis In-class case analysis 8 Network optimisation and design Understanding the role of advanced tools and methods for designing supply chains 9 Strategic Sourcing and Procurement Understanding all activities, processes, and approaches to source products and services. 10 Monday, 2 nd October Queen s Birthday Public Holiday Mid Semester Break Organisational alignment Coordination of people in Supply Chain Networks
Page 6 Course Outline: 11 Anticipating emerging trends in supply chain strategy and design Exploring significant trends in technology and business models that will impact supply chain strategy within and across companies 12 SC Strategy Project Presentation 13 Course Synthesis 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) Harrison et al., 2014, Logistics Management and Strategy, 5th ed., Pearson Education Ltd 7.2 Lists of required and may be found for this course on its 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 None 7.4 Risk management Health and safety risks have been assessed as low. It is your responsibility to research and understand risks of specific courses and to review the USC s health and safety principles by viewing the online induction training for students. 8. How can I obtain help with my studies? In the first instance you should contact your tutor, then the Course Coordinator. Additional assistance is provided to all students through Peer Advisors and Academic Skills Advisors. You can drop in or book an appointment. To book: Tel: +61 7 5430 2890 or Email: studentcentral@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 Deferred Examinations Student Academic Misconduct Students with a Disability http://www.usc.edu.au/university/governance-and-executive/policies-and-procedures#academic-learning-andteaching
Page 7 Course Outline: 10. General enquiries In person: Sippy Downs - Student Central, Ground Floor, Building C USC SouthBank - Student Central, Building B, Ground floor (level 1) USC Gympie - Student Central, 71 Cartwright Road, Gympie USC Fraser Coast - Student Central, Building A Tel: +61 7 5430 2890 Email: studentcentral@usc.edu.au