Introduction to Supply Chain Management CPD Course

Program Overview

This 15-credit short course from Robert Gordon University's Aberdeen Business School provides a comprehensive understanding of integrated supply chains and their impact on organizational efficiency. Through online learning and weekly interactive sessions, participants develop critical analysis, evaluation, and synthesis skills in supply chain management, sustainability, and logistics. The course is assessed through a written assignment and offers flexible study options with academic and online support.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

This is a 15-credit short course at SCQF level 11, offered by Robert Gordon University's Aberdeen Business School. It focuses on providing a comprehensive understanding of integrated supply chains and their role in organizational efficiency and effectiveness.

Objectives:

Upon completion of this course, participants are expected to be able to:

• Critically analyze and evaluate key concepts, principles, and models related to Supply Chain Management.
• Critically evaluate organizations' integrated supply chains to identify performance improvement opportunities and measure their efficiency.
• Synthesize a range of concepts, principles, and models to make informed judgments about sustainability in supply chain contexts.
• Synthesize a range of concepts, principles, and models and appraise existing logistics and supply chain strategies to make informed judgments about transportation issues.

Assessment:

This course is assessed through a written assignment, including an essay.

Teaching:

The course is delivered through online learning, using the University's Virtual Learning Environment (VLE), Moodle. A two-hour session is scheduled each week to allow for interaction between the teaching team and course participants, accommodating questions and concerns.

Other:

• Independent Study: Materials and exercises are available online, allowing participants to study flexibly and independently.
Further reading resources and online tutor support are also provided.
• Academic Support: The Inclusion Centre offers support to students with disabilities and specific learning differences.
• Online Learning & Support: All online learning students have access to CampusMoodle, a collaborative virtual learning environment, providing 24/7 online access to learning materials, resources, and interaction with classmates and tutors.
• Study Skills Support: The Study Support Team provides training and support in academic writing, study skills, maths and statistics, English language, and information technology.
• Library Support: The University Library offers resources, including books, eBooks, journals, online reading lists, workshops, and drop-in sessions on searching skills and referencing.
• Disclaimer: Modules, delivery order, course content, and structure may change for operational purposes and as part of the University's regular course review.

Tuition Fees and Payment Information:

• Fee-waiver places: Course participants must be domiciled in Scotland to be eligible for a fee-waiver place.
• All other applicants: Applicants who are not eligible for a fee-waiver place can pay to study the course - £350 entire course