QLTY09024 2013 Value Stream Optimisation
Full Title
Value Stream Optimisation
Transcript Title
Value Stream Optimisation
Code
QLTY09024
Attendance
N/A %
Subject Area
QLTY - Quality
Department
MENG - Mech. and Electronic Eng.
Level
09 - Level 9
Credit
05 - 05 Credits
Duration
Semester
Fee
€
Start Term
2013 - Full Academic Year 2013-14
End Term
2019 - Full Academic Year 2019-20
Author(s)
Noeleen Grant
Programme Membership
SG_SQLTY_O09 201300 Postgraduate Diploma in Science in QUALITY
SG_EQLTY_M09 201300 Master of Science in Quality
SG_EPROJ_M09 201300 Master of Science in Project Management
SG_EQLTY_M09 201400 Master of Science in Quality
SG_SPROJ_M09 201700 Master of Science in Project Management
SG_SPROJ_O09 201700 Postgraduate Diploma in Science in Project Management
Description
This subject aims to provide the students with the skills and knowledge required to to develop the value stream as a source of competitive advantage.
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this module the learner will/should be able to;
1.
Recognise the value stream as a source of competitive advantage.
2.
Utilise value stream mapping tools.
3.
Demonstrate strategic thinking in the context of value stream optimisation.
4.
Formulate the total value within the supply chain.
5.
Plan a performance measurement system for the value chain.
6.
Align the value stream in the context of sustainability and Corporate Social Responsibility
Module Assessment Strategies
Continuous Assessment
Assignments 30%
Final Examination
One written two and a half hour paper 70%
Indicative Practicals/Projects
1 Apply the seven value stream mapping tools
2 Critique the Lean philosophy
3 Examine a supply network
4 Develop a performance system for a supply chain
5 Investigate the CSR issues within the supply chain
Indicative Syllabus
1. Understanding the value stream. Developing a ‘Lean Philosophy' for Value Stream Management. Seven value stream mapping tools. Applications of value stream mapping. Lean Information
2. The Four Pillar Model. Policy deployment, cross-functional management. Supplier Integration. Tiered supply chain. Supplier associations
3. Strategic Supply Management. Strategic Purchasing. Supply strategies for competitive advantage.
4. Customer-Supplier relationships. Vendor Managed Inventory. Value network. E-supply chains.
5. Strategic Performance Measurement Systems. Balanced Scorecard. Supply-Chain Operations Reference (SCOR) model.
6. Environmental strategies in supply and sourcing. Green and sustainable supply chains. Corporate Social Responsibility
Coursework & Assessment Breakdown
Coursework & Continuous Assessment
30 %
End of Semester / Year Formal Exam
70 %
Coursework Assessment
| Title | Type | Form | Percent | Week | Learning Outcomes Assessed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Continuous Assessment Project Work | Coursework Assessment | UNKNOWN | 30 % | Any | 1,2,3,4,5,6 |
End of Semester / Year Assessment
| Title | Type | Form | Percent | Week | Learning Outcomes Assessed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Final Exam 2 1/2 hour written paper | Final Exam | UNKNOWN | 70 % | End of Term | 1,2,3,4,5,6 |
Full Time Mode Workload
| Type | Location | Description | Hours | Frequency | Avg Workload |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lecture | Flat Classroom | Lecture | 3 | Weekly | 3.00 |
Total Full Time Average Weekly Learner Contact Time 3.00 Hours
Part Time Mode Workload
| Type | Location | Description | Hours | Frequency | Avg Workload |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lecture | Not Specified | Lecture | 3 | Weekly | 3.00 |
Total Part Time Average Weekly Learner Contact Time 3.00 Hours
Module Resources
Non ISBN Literary Resources
|
Authors |
Title |
Publishers |
Year |
|
Christopher, M |
Logistics and Supply Chain Management |
Prentice Hall |
2005 |
|
Handfield,R. and Nichols, E |
Supply Chain Redesign |
Prentice Hall |
2002 |
|
Hines, P. Lamming, R , Cousins P. Jones, DT and Rich, N. |
Valus Stream Management: Strategy and Excellence in the Supply Chain |
Prentice Hall |
1999 |
|
Multiple |
Harvard Business Review on Managing the Value Chain |
HBR Paperback Series |
On-going |
|
Multiple |
Journal Article (IJPOM, JMTM JOM etc.) |
MCB, Elsevier etc. |
On-going |
Other Resources
Seminal and current articles from peer-reviewed academic journals will be provided
Journals independently researched from IT Sligo library database
Additional Information
None