This module is designed for industry professionals who are seeking to strengthen their knowledge of supply chain management (SCM) practices across their own and various industries. The objective is to introduce students to key SCM frameworks and support the development of practical insights that can be applied within their own organisations. By engaging with their fellow learners on the module from a range of industries, students gain comparative perspectives that enhance their understanding of current and emerging global supply chain practices both nationally and internationally.

This module introduces key supply chain management (SCM) concepts and frameworks, explored through students' current practices in their organisations. The content is structured to deepen students' understanding of supply chain operations, performance measures, and future trends across various industries. The indicative syllabus includes: - Core principles and practices of supply chain management - Frameworks and models used in supply chain operations - Analysis of supply chain performance and identification of key performance indicators (KPIs) - Examination of effective and ineffective supply chain practices ("the good, the bad, and the ugly") - Exploration of global trends influencing the future of supply chains - Development of a brief case study focused on current and emerging practices within a selected organisation

On successful completion of this module students will be able to: - Identify key frameworks used in supply chain operations, assessing their application and relevance in current practices - Determine key performance indicators (KPIs) for successful supply chain management and apply them to real-world scenarios. - Analyse and compare supply chain practices across various organisations to develop a deeper understanding of real-world applications. - Present supply chain management practices that influence the future success or failure of organisations supply chains, demonstrating an awareness of their potential strategic and operational impacts.

On successful completion of this module students will be able to: - Reflect critically on experiences regarding online learning and the application of supply chain concepts throughout the module. - Work collaboratively in an online environment, engage in e-tivities, and actively contribute to discussions regarding relevant global SCM topics.

The module is delivered fully online over a series of weeks and incorporates both individual and collaborative learning. A variety of e-tivities, including discussion forums, and applied tasks, are used to encourage and foster engagement and facilitate the exchange of professional practices and experiences. The module design supports knowledge exchange through structured tasks and the deliverable of a short case study assignment that focuses on current supply chain practices at an organisation of the students choosing. Graduate attributes are purposefully developed through the module's design, e-tivities, discussion forums, and assessments. Students enhance their critical thinking and analytical skills through engagement with current challenges in supply chain management, applying theoretical concepts to real-world problems. The online, collaborative learning environment supports the development of digital fluency, communication, and teamwork skills, as students interact with peers from diverse industry sectors and geographic regions. Graduates also build decision-making and problem-solving skills, essential for navigating complex global supply chain processes and practices. The structure of the module encourages knowledge exchange and enables students to reflect critically on their organisation's supply chain practices, identify areas for improvement, and complete an online module in a flexible, applied, and engaging manner.