Managing Services and Sustainability

Course aim

The aim of the course is to develop an understanding of managing services and sustainability. It will introduce students to the principles and appropriate strategies for effective and efficient management of service quality and sustainability issues related to organisational capabilities and resources.

Course content

The differences between service-based and goods-based operations, managing service-based operations and managing distribution and quality of provision of services. The enhancement of organisational practices and capabilities for competitiveness. The practice of efficiency and effectiveness in delivery of services. The strategies and issues for sustainable supply chain development in terms of environmental and resource management; as well as corporate social responsibility.

Textbook(s)

Gemmel, P, Van Looy, B & Van Dierdonck, R 2013, Service management: an integrated approach, 3rd edn, Pearson, Harlow, England

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

Essay, Examination, Group case study and presentation, Individual case study

Fees

EFTSL*: 0.125
Commonwealth Supported program (Band 3)
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* Equivalent Full Time Study Load. Please note: all EFTSL values are published and calculated at ten decimal places. Values are displayed to three decimal places for ease of interpretation.