This unit aims to provide students an understanding of current practice, and how modern global supply networks share information using technologies. Topics covered include; Bar code, RFID (Radio Frequency Identification), SAP-ERP, IoT (Internet of Things), Block chain, supply chain integration, e-Business and operations performance measurement. Student learning will involve team reflection on industrial field trip with reference to a broad range of theories and frameworks associated with e-supply chain management. Student learning in the unit will be guided and assessed by means of a literature review, a group case study analysis, a group presentation and a final examination.
Unit details
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Study level:
Undergraduate
Credit points:
12
Unit code:
BMO2203
Prerequisites
BCO1102 - Information Systems for Business
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Learning Outcomes
| 1. | Critically reflect on a range of functions of value chains and the influence that bar coding, RFID and ERP systems etc. have on them; | ||
| 2. | Produce a well-structured and balanced individual report that presents a critique of value global network-related topic based upon the reading of established academic literature; | ||
| 3. | Work collaboratively in a team to reflect upon experiences gained during an industry site visit with reference to theories and frameworks encountered in the unit in order to produce a professional case study report; | ||
| 4. | Plan supply chain activities in teams using a supply chain management (SCM) simulation game; and | ||
| 5. | Conceptually map and synthesise information from various sources to present a clear, coherent and independent exposition of knowledge in the field of value chain and technology applications. |
Assessment
Melbourne campuses
Students studying under the VU Block Model.
| Assessment type | Description | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Literature Review | Individual | 20% |
| Report | Group Industry Report | 30% |
| Report | Group reflection based on SCM simulation game | 20% |
| Examination | Final Exam | 30% |
Other locations
| Assessment type | Description | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Literature Review | Individual | 20% |
| Presentation | Group presentation and Industry Report | 10% |
| Report | Group Industry Report | 30% |
| Examination | Final exam | 40% |
Required reading
Introduction to e-Supply Chain Management Technologies (2nd ed.).
Ross, D. F. (2011).
UK: Taylor & Francis.
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