Operations Management (Elective) (N1078E)
Operations Management (Elective)
Module N1078E
Module details for 2023/24.
15 credits
FHEQ Level 5
Module Outline
This module provides the student with an understanding of how the fundamental principles of operations management can support the improvement of management performance in both public and private organisations. During the module students will apply these principles to both manufacturing and service operations. The module will provide the student with an understanding of the systemic and interactive nature of operations management problems and their relationship to the external environment. The student will develop quantitative and qualitative analytical skills, through guided problem-based activities and case study analysis. The content of the module covers Operations strategy; Designing operations; Organisation design; Planning and control; Lean operations; Project Management; Managing Quality and Continous Process/Product Improvement; Managing the Supply Chain and Future Direction of Travel for Operations Management.
Module learning outcomes
Explain the process used by organisations to set operational objectives, identify and select competitive and operational choices.
Evaluate and differentiate key operational processes in both service and manufacturing sectors.
Apply analytical frameworks to case studies in order to understand operational processes and context.
Identify methods for improving the management of operations and evaluate the appropriateness of quality management techniques.
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Coursework | 40.00% | |
| Coursework components. Weighted as shown below. | ||
| Group written submission | T2 Week 11 | 100.00% |
| Essay (1500 words) | Semester 2 Assessment Week 2 Thu 16:00 | 60.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Semester | Lecture | 1 hour | 11111111111 |
| Spring Semester | Workshop | 2 hours | 11111111111 |
How to read the week pattern
The numbers indicate the weeks of the term and how many events take place each week.
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