Basics of Supply Chain Management, 5 cr - SCM1LF101
Course unit language
English
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Past implementations
Basics of Supply Chain Management SCM1LF101-3028 09.01.2023-19.05.2023 5 op(GLOB22SMON, ...)+-
Campus
Mondragon
Teaching language
English
Timing
09.01.2023 - 19.05.2023
Enrollment
01.10.2022 - 01.10.2022
Groups
GLOB22SMON
CONTACT
Teachers
Timo Rima, Diego Hernández Campos
Seats
15 - 30
Degree Programme
GLOBBA Degree Programme in International Business
R&D proportion
0.00 cr
Virtual proportion
0.00 cr
Evaluation scale
H-5
Learning objectives
You understand the role of modern supply chain management (SCM) in creating competitive advantage to a firm from the financial, customer service as well as ethical and environmental perspective. You master the basic SCM concepts, which will help you in communicating with the internal and external stakeholders.
Contents
Elements and functions of the global supply chain
Features and challenges of international logistics
Purchasing process
Logistics and functions (customer service level, order management, inventory, warehousing, transportation, material handling)
Reverse logistics
Logistics service providers and logistics services
Financial importance and competitive advantages of SCM
Sustainable SCM (environment & ethics)
Role and risks of outsourcing
Customer service via sourcing and logistics
Incoterms
Execution methods
Recognising and validating prior learning (RPL)
If you have acquired the required competence in previous work tasks, recreational activities or on another course, you can show the competence with a demonstration and progress faster through your studies. More information and instructions for RPL are available at MyNet.
Course Formats
Contact and distant sessions or virtual course or project course or intensive course or educationalisation.
Learning materials
Materials to be announced in the implementation plan.
Further information
Cooperation with the business community
Visiting lecturers from companies.
Internationality
Global supply chain management cases are used.
Starting level and linkage with other courses
No prerequisites.
Assessment criteria
Assessment criteria - grade 1
Knowledge
You know the key concepts within the course’s scope, but are yet to develop the general view and the big picture of the subject matter.
Skills
You can complete given tasks and assignments with assistance. You need to develop how to apply knowledge
Competence
You demonstrate some ability to perform skills and have basic knowledge, but you have difficulty to manage without assistance.
Assessment criteria - grade 3
Knowledge
You know the key concepts well and can explain how the theories and models function and the tools are used. You have a general view of the subject matter.
Skills
You complete given tasks and assignments independently. You apply knowledge in hands-on business related situations. You can critique your own practice and identify ways to improve.
Competence
You demonstrate sufficient ability to perform skills and have basic to good knowledge. You can perform independently, but you have some challenges in passing on your skills and knowledge to others. You have an interest in professional development.
Assessment criteria - grade 5
Knowledge
You have a strong command of the key and related concepts. You can critically evaluate theories, models and tools. You can demonstrate explicit knowledge of the subject matter, and how it relates to other disciplines.
Skills
You apply knowledge in demanding business related situations. You can prioritize and critically select tools and methods for solving complex problems in the subject matter.
Competence
You execute skills with natural proficiency and you have detailed and explicit knowledge. You can perform independently and you are also able and actively willing to help others develop and pass on your skills. You have an attitude of continuous professional development