ECMM179 | 2020/1 | University of Exeter

MODULE TITLE	Global Sourcing and Logistics Management	CREDIT VALUE	15
MODULE CODE	ECMM179	MODULE CONVENER	Unknown

DURATION: TERM	1	2	3
DURATION: WEEKS		11 weeks

Number of Students Taking Module (anticipated)	0

DESCRIPTION - summary of the module content

The development of international trade is controlled by the management of international logistics and provision of the global supply chain. The ultimate objective of global supply chain management in a broad sense and global sourcing in a narrow sense is to link the market place, distribution network, manufacturing/processing/assembly processes and procurement activity in such a way that customers receive a higher level of service at lower cost. The rise of the global supply chain has introduced a new breed of management in a digital environment operating in a global infrastructure and raises questions around new business models, sustainability, ethics, sources of local supply and local economic development. The foci of this module will be on how multinational corporations manage their supply chains while implementing an internationalisation strategy and using sustainability as a strategic leverage to penetrate into emerging markets and gain access to key supplies.  Internationalisation  The module includes a wealth of Multinational Corporations (MNCs) cases regarding their global sourcing and sustainability practice in a foreign country.  Sustainability  The module provides theoretical concepts and cases based on ongoing research on sustainability in global supply chain management, and practical tools to apply these concepts through workshops (Project Based Learning).  Employability  The module provides you with a global view of supply chain management learning from the real examples of best practice of selected MNCs operating in emerging economies, which will assist in gaining employment. 

Sustainability

This module focuses on sustainable practices in China with a dedicated lecture and tutorial and integrates ongoing research by the module leader on global sourcing and sustainability in the supply chain.

Employability

The module provides you with a global view of supply chain management learning from the real examples of best practice of selected MNCs operating in emerging economies, which will assist in gaining employment.

AIMS - intentions of the module

The aim of the module is therefore to introduce the practical and theoretical elements of global supply chain management of MNCs including global sourcing and international logistics. In particular, the module intends to introduce a set of new and emerging concepts, knowledge and practical tools in global supply chain management and focus on the cross border context. The lectures are designed to enable participants to understand how MNCs as leaders of their supply chains manage relational risk caused by cultural differences, use International Purchasing Offices (IPOs) to manage their supply base, help their supply chains members learn, integrate sustainability and innovate in their supply chains.  The module combines case studies, latest research findings, academic research papers and practical tools. 

INTENDED LEARNING OUTCOMES (ILOs) (see assessment section below for how ILOs will be assessed)

On successful completion of this module you should be able to:

Module Specific Skills and Knowledge

1. evaluate what global supply chain management and global sourcing entails in the business world i.e. the nature and components
2. interpret the cultural differences and similarities between China and the west and analyse how it could impact on the western buyer-Chinese supplier relationship and how both parties could adapt to each other

3. explain the key terminologies in international logistics

4. identify the types of supply chain risk facing MNCs and apply risk mitigation strategies

5. critically assess the leadership role and innovative approaches of MNCs in the dissemination of sustainable practice in emerging markets

6. analyse and differentiate stakeholders of MNCs in emerging markets and their roles in relation to MNCs’ practice as nontraditional supply chain members

7. critically appraise the sustainability strategies of MNCs in emerging markets

8. analyse the impact of digital technologies on the performances of global supply chains  

Discipline Specific Skills and Knowledge

9. critically evaluate the impact of cultural differences on the international buyer-supplier relationship and develop solutions for it
10. apply appropriate theories and conceptual frameworks for developing sustainability and global sourcing strategies

11. be able to design an IPO structure based on a company’s global sourcing strategy

Personal and Key Transferable / Employment Skills and Knowledge

12. demonstrate effective communication skills;
13. ability to study independently and work with a small group

14. demonstrate research skills (i.e. desk-based, online search for archival data)

SYLLABUS PLAN - summary of the structure and academic content of the module

Introduction: understanding the global supply chain context & environment
Global sourcing definitions, models and Antecedents and Consequences
Global sourcing structure: organizational design issues
Global supplier selection, evaluation and supply base management for global sourcing
Global sourcing risk management
Global sourcing logistics management
Sustainability & global supply chain management
Global supply chain integration, learning and leadership
Service offshore outsourcing
Future trends in global supply chain management
Revision session

LEARNING AND TEACHING

LEARNING ACTIVITIES AND TEACHING METHODS (given in hours of study time)

Scheduled Learning & Teaching Activities	22	Guided Independent Study	128	Placement / Study Abroad	0

DETAILS OF LEARNING ACTIVITIES AND TEACHING METHODS

Category	Hours of study time	Description
Scheduled learning & teaching activities	22	Lectures
Guided independent study	128	Private Study

ASSESSMENT

FORMATIVE ASSESSMENT - for feedback and development purposes; does not count towards module grade

Form of Assessment	Size of Assessment (e.g. duration/length)	ILOs Assessed	Feedback Method
Group Presentation of Cast Study Findings	1 hour	1-10	Feedback provided by tutor in tutorials

SUMMATIVE ASSESSMENT (% of credit)

Coursework	100	Written Exams	0	Practical Exams

DETAILS OF SUMMATIVE ASSESSMENT

Form of Assessment	% of Credit	Size of Assessment (e.g. duration/length)	ILOs Assessed	Feedback Method
Individual Assignment	100	4000 words	1-14	Feedback written on assignment

DETAILS OF RE-ASSESSMENT (where required by referral or deferral)

Original Form of Assessment	Form of Re-assessment	ILOs Re-assessed	Time Scale for Re-assessment
Individual Assignment	Resubmission of Individual Assignment (4000 words) 100%	1-13	August Ref/Def Period

RE-ASSESSMENT NOTES

RESOURCES

INDICATIVE LEARNING RESOURCES - The following list is offered as an indication of the type & level of
information that you are expected to consult. Further guidance will be provided by the Module Convener

Basic reading:

Handfield, R.B., Monczka, R.M., Giunipero, L.C., and Patterson, J.L. (2012). Sourcing and supply chain management. 5th edition. South-Western Cengage Learning

Coyle, J.J., Langley, C.J., Novack, R.A., and Gibson, B.J. (2008). Managing supply chains: a logistics approach. 9th ed. USA: South-Western

ELE: http://vle.exeter.ac.uk/

Web based and Electronic Resources:

Institute for Supply Management (publish world class research on global sourcing)

https://www.gsb.stanford.edu/scforum

Stanford’s Global supply chain forum

https://www.gsb.stanford.edu/scforum

Other Resources:

In order to instil further industrial relevance, the module will include a selection of cases from the module leader’s own research.

Reading list for this module:

There are currently no reading list entries found for this module.

CREDIT VALUE	15	ECTS VALUE	7.5

PRE-REQUISITE MODULES	None
CO-REQUISITE MODULES	None

NQF LEVEL (FHEQ)	7	AVAILABLE AS DISTANCE LEARNING	No
ORIGIN DATE	Tuesday 11th June 2019	LAST REVISION DATE	Tuesday 11th June 2019

KEY WORDS SEARCH	Global purchasing, Procurement, Logistics, Supply Chain Management

Global Sourcing and Logistics Management - 2020 entry