Supply Chains

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The expiry date of this unit is 31/07/2024.

Overview

Framework:
Access to HE
Level:
Level 3
Unit No:
QU029515
Credits:
3
Guided learning hours:
Not available

Qualification Grading Type

Graded

Grade Descriptors

  • GD1-Understanding the subject
  • GD2-Application of knowledge
  • GD7-Quality

Unit Learning Outcomes

1

Understand the concept of a supply chain.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1

    Analyse what is meant by a supply chain.

  • 1.2

    Evaluate the components of a supply chain.

  • 1.3

    Compare forward and reverse logistics within a supply chain.

2

Understand the importance of supply chain management.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1

    Analyse the importance of supply chain management to a business.

  • 2.2

    Summarise criteria that can be optimised in a supply chain.

3

Understand how to identify risks encountered within a supply chain.

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1

    Analyse the risks to a supply chain based on:

    a) organisational factors

    b) environmental factors.

  • 3.2

    Analyse the impact globalisation has on risks within a supply chain.

  • 3.3

    Evaluate methods of reducing identified risks.