Subject Description Form
Subject Code
ISE5020
Subject Title
Value Chain Management in Logistics
Credit Value
3
Level
5
Pre-requisite/Corequisite/Exclusion
Nil but fundamental knowledge in relevant field will be needed in
understanding the lecture contents.
Objectives
This subject provides students with
Intended Learning
Outcomes
Subject Synopsis/
Indicative Syllabus
1.
concepts in value chain management and their differences with logistics
and supply chain management;
2.
benchmarking and assessment skills appropriate to the performance
requirements related to the value chain approach, comprising both
demand and supply chain functions;
3.
related management disciplines applied in the development of logistics
and value chain management problems;
4.
techniques and skills to solve value chain problems in the areas of
logistics and supply chain management.
Upon completion of the subject, students will be able to
a.
understand of the value chain management and the need for a value chain
approach in the business;
b.
possess benching and assessment skills appropriate to the logistics and
supply chain management discipline;
c.
identify and solve value chain problems in the areas supply chain
management with supporting solutions.
1.
Introduction to Value Chain Model
Value chain model and concepts and their relevance to business and the
logistics supply chain management discipline; Role of logistics and
supply chain in value chain management.
2.
Adoption of Value Chain Approach
Value chain analysis techniques; Measurement of value chain
effectiveness; E-value chain; Value chain assessment in 3rd party and 4th
party logistics; Application of the SCOR Model in value chain
management.
Problems related to value chain management and their solutions based on
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logical argument approach.
Case examples of value chain logistics and managerial approach to
solving problems in various logistics and business sectors.
Teaching/Learning
Methodology
A mixture of lectures, tutorial exercises, case studies, and assignments are used
to introduce the concepts that accompany the “New Economy Business
Model.” Lectures are the primary vehicle to deliver the concept of value chain
management. Case studies are used to explore the central role of the customer
in formulating product-service strategies through the medium of the demand
chain. Students are guided to illustrate their ability to integrate theory and
practices, as well as their ability to work as a team.
Teaching/Learning
Methodologies
Assessment Methods
in Alignment with
Intended Learning
Outcomes
Lecture
Tutorial
Seminars
Project/case studies
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be assessed
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Specific assessment
methods/tasks
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weighting
1. Test
30%
2. Essay
30%
3. Assignment
40%
Total
100%
Intended subject learning
outcomes to be assessed
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Assignments are set to help students enforce the knowledge learned in the
classes.
Tutorial and laboratory work are designed to enable students practice their
knowledge close to a realistic condition.
Test is used to differentiate the performance of students in this subject.
Student Study
Effort Expected
Class contact:
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Lectures/Seminars
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Tutorial/Case studies
30 Hrs.
9 Hrs.
Other student study effort:
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Assignment
30 Hrs.
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Self study/Preparation work
Total student study effort
Reading List and
References
37 Hrs.
106 Hrs.
1. Walters, D and Rainbird, M. 2007, Strategic Operations Management: A
Value Chain Approach, Palgrave, Basingstoke, UK
2. Walters, D. 2004, New Economy – New Business Models – New
Approaches, International Journal of Physical Distribution & Logistics
Management, Vol. 34, Issues 3-4, pp. 219-229
3. Walters, D and Rainbird, M. 2007, Cooperative Innovation: A Value
Chain Approach, Journal of Enterprise Information Management, Vol. 20,
Issue 5, pp. 595-607
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