Global Supply Chain Management

Course aim

The aim of this course is to enable students to acquire knowledge of the international operations and activities across firms in the supply chain; how effective and efficient supply chain management practices can enhance and impact global competitiveness.

Course content

Supply chain drivers and metrics, designing global supply chains and distribution networks, aggregate planning, sourcing and coordination across international boundaries, transportation systems and information technologies used to integrate firms across countries.

Textbook(s)

Chopra, S 2019, Supply Chain Management: Strategy Planning and Operation, 7th edn, Pearson Prentice Hall, Upper Saddle River, NJ, USA

Prerequisite(s)

Nil

Corequisite(s)

Nil

Teaching method

Note: These components may or may not be scheduled in every study period. Please refer to the timetable for further details.

Assessment

Continuous assessment, Examination, Report

Fees

EFTSL*: 0.125
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