Course Title: Manage a supply chain
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2021
Course Code: BUSM8879C
Course Title: Manage a supply chain
School: 650T Vocational Business Education
Campus: City Campus
Program: C5399 - Diploma of Logistics
Course Contact: Annie Barry
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 5493
Course Contact Email: Anahita.Barry@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Nominal Hours: 60
Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.
Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
None
Course Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to manage a supply chain, including the commercial and technical capabilities to ensure outcomes achieve organisational objectives.
It applies to individuals who are responsible for managing a supply chain in an organisation.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
BSBPRC504 Manage a supply chain |
Element: |
1. Develop and implement a supply chain strategy |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Identify the organisation’s objectives and the strategies for achieving them 1.2 Review current supply chain management strategy and how it delivers against organisational strategies 1.3 Assess supply chain opportunities that will add value to the organisation within the requirements of the strategy and budgetary allowance 1.4 Design and implement a supply chain strategy that increases effectiveness and achieves organisational objectives 1.5 Gain commitment of stakeholders to implement supply chain strategy 1.6 Assign responsibility to monitor supply chain strategy to relevant personnel |
Element: |
2. Manage the flow of supplies through the supply chain |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Obtain information on the specifications of supplies in the supply chain 2.2 Clarify the aims, objectives and plans of supplies against organisational policies and procedures 2.3 Allocate supply chain tasks to self and other personnel 2.4 Support personnel to achieve supply chain tasks and milestones 2.5 Monitor and control the achievement of supply chain objectives against cost and timescales 2.6 Present reports on the results of supply chain outcomes to stakeholders |
Element: |
3. Manage supply chain relationships and activities |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Apply portfolio analysis techniques to assess relationships in supply chains in accordance with the supply chain management strategy 3.2 Evaluate financial, technical and performance data of suppliers in accordance with supply chain strategies 3.3 Identify opportunities to adjust supply chain strategies to respond to the changing needs of customers, supply chain and organisational objectives 3.4 Design and implement a framework to promote collaboration with suppliers to achieve a competitive advantage 3.5 Consult with organisation management to confirm progress of supply chain activities in accordance to organisational objectives |
Element: |
4. Evaluate and improve supply chain effectiveness |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Review the effectiveness of current relationships within the supply chain in accordance with the supply chain management strategy 4.2 Compare supply chain management models to determine most appropriate infrastructure to support organisational objectives 4.3 Assess techniques to support the development of innovation in the supply chain 4.4 Analyse cost reduction activities for a supply chain to achieve organisational objectives 4.5 Consolidate analysis and evaluation results to improve future supply chain management strategies and seek feedback from organisation management |
Learning Outcomes
Details of Learning Activities
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to manage a supply chain including the commercial and technical capabilities to ensure outcomes achieve organisational objectives. A range of learning activities are planned for this course including self-paced, online and class based activities.
The unit generally applies to those with responsibility for resource coordination and allocation, and who lead individuals and teams.
Teaching Schedule
This course is co-delivered and co-assessed with:
BUSM8879C Manage a Supply Chain
OMGT5040C Develop and maintain operational procedures for transport and logistics enterprises
The Teaching Schedule for this course is as follows but please note that it is subject to change
Week Number | Topic | Assessment Week |
1 |
Introduction to both subjects in Cluster - Manage a Supply Chain - Maintain and Develop Operational Procedures for Transport and Logistics Enterprises - Assessment Requirements and Protocols - Student Requirement and Expectations - Subject delivery & teaching methods - Introduction to Supply Chain Management |
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2 | Supply Chain Management - Benefits - Complexity and Control - Power and its influence on SC - Market Influences and Strategies for success - Portfolio Analysis Techniques |
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3 | Supply Chain Management - Types of Product Flow and SC design to support - Information Systems for SCM - Key Players in SC (Stakeholders and their roles) - Just in Time Principles |
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4 | SCM & Demand Driven Supply Chain - Benefits - Complexity and Control - Market & Power Influences - Intro to Case Study and the Tyre Market |
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5 | SCM & Operations - Major Transactions - Who is who's internal - Inventory and Visibility - Reporting |
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6 | SCM & Planning & Change - Why Plan? - Creating the Change Plan - policies and procedures that need to change - Who is involved and when - Communication Plan - Change Management Principles - Using Gantt Charts for Project planning |
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7 | SCM & Evaluating Performance - Types of Performance Measurement - How to critically assess performance from reports - Establishment of appropriate criteria, targets etc - Understanding Financial outcomes and budgets - Continuous Improvement for future success |
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MID-SEMESTER BREAK 30TH Aug to 5th Sept | ||
8 | SCM & Customer Service - Customer Interactions and Transactions - Technology to enhance customer interfaces - The Last Mile - meaning and use - Reporting |
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9 | Introduction to Procedures in Logistics Operations - Purpose for Procedures - Quality Control & review - Formulation and change management - Identification of need to change Procedures - Benefits and estimating Value of modifying |
Assessment 1 Due |
11 | Procedures - Testing for Fit for Purpose - Plan and undertake Trial of revised Procedure - Check with Stakeholder for corporate goal alignment - Contingency and Risk management strategies - Before and After scenario planning |
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12 | Procedures - Implementation - Skills Matrix for personnel involved - Training Needs and plan to deliver to upgrade - Induction Plans to introduce new procedures - Incorporation of Chain of Responsibility principles - Designing Tools for Feedback of Stakeholders - Structure to review and monitor consistency of change |
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13 | Procedures - Evaluate the new operational procedure once implemented - Assess the effectiveness of the change against targeted KPIs - Modification of the new process after evaluation - Inform relevant staff of changes after modification - Documentation of improvements |
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14 | Procedures - Presentation to Management - Objectives - Operational Procedures - Implementation Outline - Evaluation Outline |
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15 | Procedures - Role Plays in Class - Presentations to Mgmt - Audio Recording - 10 mins per student - Only students who opt to deliver in person - Remainder students must submit a MP3 file of their audio presentation on same date as Part 1 written submission |
Assessment 2 Due |
16 | Final re-submissions, Review and Feedback |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
Overview of Assessment
Assessment Methods
Assessment methods have been designed to measure achievement of the requirements in a flexible manner over a range of assessment tasks, for example:
- direct questioning combined with review of portfolios of evidence and third party workplace reports of on-the-job performance by the candidate
- review of final printed documents
- demonstration of techniques
- observation of presentations
- oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of software applications
You are advised that you are likely to be asked to personally demonstrate your assessment work to your teacher to ensure that the relevant competency standards are being met.
Performance Evidence
Evidence of the ability to:
- critically evaluate organisational supply chain management
- successfully manage a supply chain in accordance with organisational policies and procedures, including:
- implement a supply chain strategy
- monitor supply chain activities
- co-ordinate staff and engage relevant stakeholders
- liaise with suppliers to drive efficiencies
- evaluate and formulate recommendations to improve supply chain management strategy.
Knowledge Evidence
The candidate must be able to demonstrate the following knowledge to effectively complete the tasks outlined in the elements and performance criteria of this unit, and to manage tasks and reasonably foreseeable contingencies in the context of the work role:
- key features of organisational objectives and their relationship to the supply chain strategy
- key requirements relating to the management of a supply chain, including:
- organisational policies and procedures for procurement, tendering and contracting
- contracting and tendering
- ethical behaviour
- purchasing and procurement
- supply chain management
- techniques to establish collaborative relationships
- relevant legislation, regulations, standards and organisation policies.
Feedback
Feedback will be provided throughout the semester in class and/or online discussions. You are encouraged to ask and answer questions during class time and online sessions so that you can obtain feedback on your understanding of the concepts and issues being discussed. Finally, you can email or arrange an appointment with your teacher to gain more feedback on your progress.
You should take note of all feedback received and use this information to improve your learning outcomes and final performance in the course.
Assessment Tasks
There are two assessment tasks for this clustered course. To be deemed competent students must successfully achieve competency in each task.
Assessment Task 1 : Supply Chain Operations
Due Date: Week 9 of this course.
Purpose:
This assessment task is the first of two assessment tasks you need to complete satisfactorily, in order to be deemed competent for this unit. This assessment will allow you to demonstrate your ability to manage a supply chain, including the commercial and technical capabilities to ensure outcomes achieve organisational objectives.
Assessment Task 2 : Develop & Maintaining Operational Plan
Due Date: End of Week 15 of this course.
Purpose:
This assessment task is the final of two assessment tasks you need to complete satisfactorily, in order to be deemed competent for this unit. This assessment will allow you to demonstrate your ability to develop and maintain operational procedures for a transport and logistics enterprise in accordance with relevant regulations, standards and codes of practice, including the Australian Dangerous Goods (ADG) Code and workplace procedures.
Assessment Conditions
Assessment must be conducted in a safe environment where evidence gathered demonstrates consistent performance of typical activities experienced in the administration – procurement and contracting field of work and include access to:
- organisation policies and procedures
- supply chain strategies and relevant supply chain management records
- office equipment and supplies
- case studies and, where possible, real situations in the workplace.
Assessment Matrix
The competency assessment map that maps all the assessment tasks is available on CANVAS
Submission Requirements
You should:
- Ensure that you submit assessments on or before the due date.
- Always retain a copy of your assessment tasks. (hard copy and soft copy)
- When you submit work for assessment at RMIT University you need to use the Assessment task document that includes a declaration and statement of authorship.
- Each page of your assessment should include a footer with your name, student number, the title of the assessment, unit code and title and page numbers.
Late Submission Procedures
You are required to submit assessment items and/or ensure performance based assessment is completed by the due dates.
If you are prevented from submitting an assessment item on time, by circumstances outside your control, you may apply in advance to your teacher for an extension to the due date of up to seven calendar days.
More Information: https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment/extensions-of-time-for-submission-of-assessable-work
Where an extension of greater than seven days is needed, you must apply for Special Consideration. You must submit your application within five working days after your assessment date or due date.
More Information: https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment/special-consideration
Re-submissions (VE Programs):
If you are found to be unsuccessful (Not satisfactory/Unsatisfactory) in a Course Assessment Task you will be allowed one re-submission. Your teacher will provide feedback regarding what you need to do to improve and will set a new deadline for the re-submission.
If you are still not meeting the assessment requirements you must apply to your Program Manager in writing outlining the steps you will take to demonstrate competence in your course. Your submission will be considered by the Program Team and you will be advised of the outcome as soon as possible.
Adjustments to Assessment
In certain circumstances students may be eligible for an assessment adjustment. For more information about the circumstances under which assessment arrangements might be granted please access the following website:
Final Results
You must demonstrate that you have all the required skills/knowledge/elements in the unit of competency you are studying.
You will receive feedback on each assessment task that will inform you about your progress and how well you are performing.
The following grades are available for this course:
CA |
Competency Achieved |
NYC |
Not Yet Competent |
DNS |
Did Not Submit for Assessment |
Other Information
This course is co-delivered and co-assessed with:
BUSM8879C Manage a Supply Chain
OMGT5040C Develop and maintain operational procedures for transport and logistics enterprises
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