mgt5psc procurement and supply chain managemen
PROCUREMENT AND SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT
MGT5PSC
2016
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
This subject provides an overview of the essential practical aspects of procurement and supply chain management. The subject covers traditional and emerging approaches to procurement. Managing legal and ethical issues, negotiation, relationship and risk management are also covered.
SchoolLa Trobe Business School
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorJennifer Spoor
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 5 - Masters
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
PrerequisitesN/A
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditions Priority given to students enrolled in LMPM: Master of Management (Project Management), then order of application among students enrolled in a course at the City (Collins Street) campus.
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | On-line resources - academic and industry articles, research papers and other readings | Prescribed | TBD | TBD |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Identify and use effective procurement techniques based on client needs and throughout the project life cycle.
- Activities:
- Theoretical and practical consideration of contemporary issues in the field
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Ethical behaviour)
02. Apply relevant principles and theories for managing procurement in a range of project settings.
- Activities:
- Theoretical and practical consideration of contemporary issues in the field
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Ethical behaviour)
03. Identify and develop appropriate contracts and relationships among supply chain participants.
- Activities:
- Theoretical and practical consideration of contemporary issues in the field
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Ethical behaviour)
04. Evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of contracts and relationships in the supply chain.
- Activities:
- Theoretical and practical consideration of contemporary issues in the field
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Ethical behaviour)
Subject options
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City Campus, 2016, Semester 1, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment size30
Enrolment information Size of Teaching Room Preference given to students enrolled in LMPM, then to students enrolled in a postgraduate course at the City Campus
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorJennifer Spoor
Class requirements
Block ModeWeek: 10 - 22
Six 6.0 hours block mode other recurrence on any day including weekend during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
"Semester 1 Dates: 5, 6, 19, 20 March; 9, 10 April
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Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| In-class test | 20 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| Individual assignment (2000 words) | 40 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| Case study (2000 words) | 40 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |