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SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT

Supplier Relationship Management - MNP3703
Under Graduate Degree Semester module NQF level: 7 Credits: 12
Module presented in English Module presented online
Pre-requisite: MNP2601
Purpose: Supplier Relationship Management has become increasingly popular as the buyer and supplier networks have become more global and interdependent. Consequently, companies are becoming more reliant on strategic suppliers for their overall growth and success. Hence, the purpose of this module is to equip students with knowledge, skills, attitudes and values to be able to analyse the dynamics of supplier relationships and examine the processes and procedures in fostering positive relations with suppliers. Therefore, from a buying perspective, organisations set objectives to leverage their supply base to improve their competitive position, both locally and globally. The module is designed for those who will have the responsibility of building, maintaining and managing relationships with suppliers.
Supply Chain Management - SCH4801
Baccalareus Technologiae Degree,Honours,Post Graduate Diploma Year module NQF level: 8 Credits: 24
Module presented in English Module presented online
Purpose: Students credited with this module are able to demonstrate the knowledge of the strategic impact and evolutionary direction of supply chain management in a global market environment, as well as to emphasise the changes in processes and management thinking required to introduce and improve supply chain management in South African organisations.
Purchasing and Supply Management - MNP2601
Diploma,Under Graduate Degree Semester module NQF level: 6 Credits: 12
Module presented in English Module presented online
Pre-requisite: MNB1601
Purpose: This module will enable students to gain detailed knowledge in the field of purchasing and supply management. They will have insight into the purchasing and supply function's role within organisations and the management thereof. Students will also be empowered to apply purchasing and supply activities within selected fields case scenarios.
Supply Chain Management - MNP2602
Under Graduate Degree,Diploma Semester module NQF level: 6 Credits: 12
Module presented in English Module presented online
Pre-requisite: MNB1601 Co-requisite: MNP2601
Purpose: Supply chain management is a multifaceted undertaking that extends beyond the capabilities and scope of a single organisation. This module will empower students with the competencies (knowledge, insight, skills, values and attitudes) necessary to contribute to the management of a modern integrated supply chain. The module scrutinises supply chain management from a supply perspective and signals the impact of this approach on certain related areas within the organisation. The fundamental principles of supply chain management are outlined with a particular focus on supply chain integration. The module further outlines central issues in creating a competitive advantage within an organisation's supply chain, such as the use of modern technologies, for example, the Blockchain and supply chain analytics. The successful student will demonstrate the competencies required to effectively manage and integrate supply chain operations with certain case scenarios.
Strategic Sourcing - MNP3701
Under Graduate Degree Semester module NQF level: 7 Credits: 12
Module presented in English Module presented online
Pre-requisite: MNP2601
Purpose: The success, competitiveness and the profitability of an organiszation in the current global business world is influenced largely by the efficiency of its strategic sourcing processes. The purpose of this module is to empower students with fundamental knowledge, skills, attitudes and values to develop and implement a procurement strategy that aligns with the overall competitive strategy of the organisation. Furthermore, students will also be equipped with a range of appropriate tools, techniques and methods which they can deploy to manage strategic sourcing in a way that creates value for the organiszation. Finally, students will be able to explore global trends and contemporary issues affecting and affected by being able to apply knowledge pertaining to strategic sourcing activities within fields through case studies and best practices.
Supply Chain Alignment - MNP3702
Under Graduate Degree Semester module NQF level: 7 Credits: 12
Module presented in English Module presented online
Pre-requisite: MNP2602
Purpose: The purpose of this module is to equip students to apply knowledge and insight pertaining to tools and strategies available to align organisational next-generation management of supply chains. The primary focus is on the management of the most important elements of supply, operations, distribution and integration issues in the supply chain to achieve sustainable competitive advantage for individual organisation and the entire supply chain.