MS6721 - Supply Chain Management | ||||||||||||
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* The offering term is subject to change without prior notice | ||||||||||||
Course Aims | ||||||||||||
This course provides a comprehensive overview of supply chain management, using the textbook "Supply Chain Management: Strategy, Planning, and Operation" as a foundation. Students will explore key concepts and strategies essential for effective supply chain management in various industries. The course begins with an introduction to supply chain management principles and progresses through critical topics such as supply chain drivers, inventory management, and risk pooling. Students will learn about push-pull strategies, the intricacies of supply contracts, and the complexities of transportation and distribution network design. Additionally, the course covers demand forecasting techniques and the bullwhip effect, emphasizing their impact on supply chain efficiency. By the end of the course, students will have a robust understanding of how to design, manage, and optimize supply chains to enhance operational performance and meet strategic business objectives. | ||||||||||||
Assessment (Indicative only, please check the detailed course information) | ||||||||||||
Continuous Assessment: 50% | ||||||||||||
Examination: 50% | ||||||||||||
Examination Duration: 2 hours | ||||||||||||
Detailed Course Information | ||||||||||||
MS6721.pdf | ||||||||||||
Useful Links | ||||||||||||
Department of Management Sciences |