Module BUSI4Z115: INFORMATION SYSTEMS IN THE SUPPLY CHAIN

Department: Management and Marketing

BUSI4Z115: INFORMATION SYSTEMS IN THE SUPPLY CHAIN

Pre-requisites

Corequisites

Excluded Combinations

Aims

• To enable students to acquire a specialist knowledge and understanding of the ways in which modern information systems (IS) contribute to a holistic integration of functions along the supply chain to generate savings and allow for competitive advantage.

Content

• The role and impact of IS in and between businesses
• Different types of IS for: enterprise core functions (ERP-systems); customer relationship management; supplier relationship management; strategic enterprise management and competitive intelligence; enterprise content management and information lifecycle management; supply chain optimization, e.g. advanced planning systems
• Architectures and technologies for the integration of multiple IS
• Methods of introducing, operating, maintaining and optimising IS in supply chains

Learning Outcomes

• Upon successful completion of the module, the students will:
• have an advanced knowledge and understanding of the role of integration of business functions with the help of IS.
• have developed a holistic understanding of the key applications, communication technologies and information systems along the supply chain.
• be able to critically assess and evaluate different alternatives of supply chain-oriented information systems and technologies.
• have an advanced understanding of the critical success factors in the IS-based integration of business functions.
• have a critical appreciation of the limitations of IS support in supply chains.

• Written communication; Interpersonal communication; Oral communication; Teamwork; Planning, organising and time management; Problem solving and analysis; Using initiative; Computer literacy.

Modes of Teaching, Learning and Assessment and how these contribute to the learning outcomes of the module

• Learning outcomes will be met through a combination of lectures, group work, case studies, class exercises and discussions, supported by guided reading.
• The assessment of the module by written assignment is designed to:
• test the acquisition and articulation of knowledge and critical understanding;
• test skills of application and interpretation.

Teaching Methods and Learning Hours

Summative Assessment

Formative Assessment

Classroom-based exercises involving individual and group analyses and presentations on specific business situations/problems relevant to the learning outcomes of the module. Oral and written feedback will be given on a group and individual basis as appropriate.