Operations and Supply Chain Management (OSCM) is a key element in improving business productivity worldwide. Establishing a competitive advantage through operations requires an understanding of how operations and supply chain functions contribute to productivity growth. However, our aim in this curriculum unit is more than just to show you what companies are doing to create a competitive advantage in the market; we intend to equip you with a set of skills and tools that you can truly apply.
Semestral
S1. General Concepts of Operations and Supply Chain Management as Value Creators
S2. Implementation of the Means of Production
S3. Production Planning
S4. Resource and Capacity Management
S5. Demand Forecasting
S6. Inventory Management
S7. Management Systems: Taylorism, Fordism, Kanban, Just-in-Time, Lean Management, and Six Sigma
S8. Information Systems for Operations and Supply Chain Management
S9. Business Logistics and Transport Management
Learning Objectives (LO) (knowledge, skills, and competencies to be developed by students):
LO1 – Understand the objectives and fundamental concepts of operations management and supply chain management as value creators for stakeholders.
LO2 – Understand the organisational structures of companies, categorised by market type.
LO3 – Understand the demands placed on operations and supply chain managers.
LO4 – Grasp the integration and alignment between a company's operational and strategic decisions.
LO5 – Recognise the need for a holistic perspective in operations and supply chain management.
LO6 – Identify and analyse aspects related to logistics.
LO7 – Familiarise with and analyse case studies.
Mandatory
The course is organised using a flipped classroom approach, where students read in advance the textbook chapter corresponding to the upcoming lesson. This allows classroom time to be utilised for interactive and applied activities. At the start of each class, students undertake a brief test that assesses their prior understanding of the content, providing immediate feedback and identifying areas that require reinforcement. Additionally, some chapters are presented by groups of students, promoting collaborative learning and the development of communication and teamwork skills.
Português
Não
Corrêa, H. L., & Corrêa, C. A. (2013). Administração da Produção e de Operações: Manufatura e Serviços: uma Abordagem Estratégica . São Paulo: Atlas
Slack, N., Brandon-Jones, A., & Johnston, R. (2018), Operations Management , 8ª Edição, Pearson
