BUSI7001 Managing the Global Supply Chain

Question.

Do developments in global supply chain management technology and infrastructure provide a further advantage for developed countries, or do they have the potential to level the international playing field (in other words, make it fair and even for everyone)?

Instructions

Students will write an essay addressing/debating an issue in Global Supply Chain Management (GSCM). 

Purpose

To demonstrate a higher understanding of issue and concepts in GSCM and an ability to communicate them in a way that integrates into a logically sound essay/report. 

An opportunity to reflect on broader issues in the area of International supply chain management and be analytical about consequences as below:

1. GSCM (logistics and SCM context)
2. Supply chain strategies
3. Supply chain members
4. Upstream and downstream linkages
5. Inventory and warehousing
6. Transportation
7. Information flow
8. Supply chain risks
9. Logistics performance measurement and costs
10. Efficiency and sustainability