Form C4
1. Course
Code
5. School
7. Delivery:
Location &
Semester
Heriot-Watt University - Course Descriptor
C11SA
2. Course
Supply Chain Risk and Adaptation
Title
School of Management and Languages
3. SCQF
Level
6. Course
Co-ordinator
11
4. Credits
15
Dr Christine Rutherford
Edin
SBC
Orkney
Dubai
IDL
Collaborative Partner
Approved Learning Partner
Sem 1
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8. Pre-requisites
9. Linked Courses
(specify if synoptic)
10. Excluded Courses
11. Replacement Courses
13. The course may be
delivered to:
15. Aims
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12. Degrees for which
this is a core course
UG only
PG only
UG & PG
MSc/PGDip/Cert in Logistics with Green and Sustainable SCM
MSc/PGDip/Cert in International Business Management with
Logistics
14. Available as an Elective?
Yes
No
To acquire knowledge about managing risks in logistics and supply chain management.
To explore different concepts and methods associated with risk classification, assessment and mitigation.
To understand the sources and types of risk that threaten logistical systems, supply chain relationships and business continuity
To develop an understanding of different supply chain risk mitigation strategies.
To understand how mega-trends and trends in logistics and supply chain management increase the vulnerability of supply chains and logistics operations.
To generate risk awareness
16. Syllabus
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The case for Supply Chain Risk Management (SCRM), the impact of SC disruption on shareholder value.
Drivers and sources of risk in contemporary supply chains.
Risk theories and SCRM frameworks, approaches, aims and benefits.
Identification and classification of different SC risks; disruptions and disturbances and their propagation in supply networks
Measuring the potential impact of risk; risk analysis and assessment tools,
Process Risk: identification, measurement, analysis and reduction
Relational Risk: mitigation strategies and understanding risk rooted in cultural differences
Designing a resilient supply chain; alignment, agility, adaptation and structural flexibility
The threat of climate change, climate related risk factors and adaptation
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Humanitarian and disaster relief logistics – coping with the aftermath of major disruptive events
Mega trends that threaten global supply chains
17. Learning Outcomes (HWU Core Skills: Employability and Professional Career Readiness)
Subject Mastery
Understanding, Knowledge and Cognitive Skills
 appreciate the impact that supply chain disruption can have on
company shareholder value and national economic performance
 demonstrate a sound grasp of the principles and theories
underpinning the formulation of a risk management strategy
 understand the different types and sources of risks that threaten
supply chains
 discuss the impact of a range of business, regulatory and
technological trends on the vulnerability of supply chains
Industrial, Commercial & Professional
Practice
 Assist with the formulation of a supply chain
risk management strategy for a business.
 Develop a supply chain risk assessment
system for a business.
 Assess and prioritize supply chain risks and
identify suitable mitigating strategies.
 Know which analytical tools can be used for
the assessment of supply chain risk.
Scholarship, Enquiry and Research (Research-Informed Learning)
Demonstrate an awareness of sources of information and latest
research relating to the topic
 To apply a critical and structured approach to collecting relevant data
and reviewing literature on the subject
 Appreciate the employment opportunities arising from successful
completion of the course
 Synthesise large amounts of information into meaningful outputs
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18. Assessment Methods
Method
Communication, Numeracy & ICT
Autonomy, Accountability & Working with
Others
 Find and interpret relevant information from
library, Internet and database sources.
 Undertake a company case study relating to
the development, implementation and / or
review of a risk management approach.
 Research, collate, analyse, interpret and
present material related to the management
of supply chain risks.
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Work with others in the analysis of company
case studies and presentation of results.
Apply risk assessment measurement and
analysis tools during class.
19. Re-assessment Methods
Duration of Exam
Weighting (%)
Synoptic courses?
Method
(if applicable)
Examination
Coursework
20. Date and Version
Date of Proposal
13 November 2013
3 hrs
Duration of Exam
Diet(s)
(if applicable)
60%
40%
Date of Approval by
School Committee
Examination
Date of
Implementation
September 2014
3 hrs
Version
Number
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