Analyse and Apply Management Practices within the Supply Chain

This course explores the origins, evolution, and application of management practices within the supply chain, focusing on leadership, organisational behaviour, and continuous improvement.

Course Content

You will learn to analyse the evolution of management practices and apply them to improve supply chain effectiveness. The course focuses on understanding key management concepts such as leadership and organisational behaviour, and evaluating basic management practices within the supply chain. It also covers techniques for applying leadership models to optimise management practices and improve personal leadership effectiveness. By the end of this course, you will be equipped to assess management processes, implement continuous improvement plans, and drive positive change within the supply chain.

1. The concept of organisational behaviour is evaluated to reflect its impact on management practices.
2. The concept of leadership is evaluated to reflect the role of an effective leader in organisations.
3. The concepts of economic development are examined to determine their impact on management practices.
4. The time phases of the evolution of management practices are interpreted to reflect specific approaches to management.
1. The principles and processes underpinning each of the basic management activities are evaluated and discussed to determine their impact on the supply chain.
2. Basic management activities are evaluated indicating possible reasons for poor performance against the best practice principles.
3. Recommendations are made for actions to improve the management process.
4. Continuous improvement plans are developed to ensure that management processes align with organisational structure.
 
1. A given leadership model applicable to a supply chain context is utilised to evaluate the effectiveness of personal leadership style.
2. The actions of management are identified to improve personal leadership effectiveness.
3. The type of leadership to have maximum impact on a supply chain is identified and applied within a specific context.
4. Leadership activities are evaluated and the results interpreted to recommend improvement actions.
  • Non-accredited: Short course only  
  • Duration: 02h 50m
  • Delivery: Classroom/Online/Blended
  • Access Period: 12 Months 
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