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MAN308 - Operations Management

2021

Sector

Higher Education

Discipline

Business

MAN105

Unit Description

This undergraduate unit explores key contemporary operations management concepts. It includes topics such as human resource management in operations, sustainable operations, management and strategy, planning, inventory, logistics and supply chain management. This unit also explores the application of operations management theory and practice in a range of industry sectors including the hospitality, manufacturing and services industries.

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Unit Learning Outcomes

1.	Demonstrate an understanding of the main elements of operations management.
2.	Critically discuss key aspects and importance of sustainable and "green" operations.
3.	Analyse the role of operations management in the context of business strategy.
4.	Compare and contrast techniques used in operations management.
5.	Apply field-specific knowledge and techniques to solve operational issues.

Assessment Overview

	Assessment Task	Value (of total mark)	Related Learning Outcome/s
1.	Ten Online Tests (20-25 multiple choice questions per test)	20%	1,2,3,4
2.	Written Assessment: Task Based Report (2500- 3000 words)	40%	2,3,4,5
3.	Written Assessment: Task Based Report (2500- 3000 words)	40%	1,2,3,4,5

Unit Availability

Year	Semester	Att Mode	Location	Learning Method	Timetable*
2021	Semester 1	Internal	CDU Waterfront Darwin	OLR	View
2021	Semester 1	External	External Studies	OLR	View

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