Subject description

The purpose of this subject is to provide the student with a comprehensive understanding of the key considerations and topics in modern operations management and in a range of business contexts, with the purpose of developing essential planning, implementation, and decision-making skills. It is an introductory subject designed for undergraduate … For more content click the Read More button below.

Enrolment rules

Pre-Requisite

Equivalence

MGMT316 - Operations Management
MGMT216 - Operations Management

Delivery

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Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this subject, students will be able to:
1.
Describe the role of the Operations Management function
2.
Explain Operations Management planning, implementation, and problem-solving methods.
3.
Demonstrate an ability to perform operations analysis.
4.
Demonstrate an ability to make informed and contextually relevant decisions based on quantitative and qualitative data.
5.
Apply operations management in various regional cases and in a range of business contexts.

Assessment details

Quiz
Report and Presentation
Final Assessment and Reflection

Work integrated learning

Embedded WIL:This subject contains elements of "Embedded WIL". Students in this subject will experience activities that relate to or simulate professional practice as part of their learning.

Textbook information

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Contact details

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