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Supply Chain ManagementIM 661 3 credits Spring 2018Instructor: Marco A. Lara GraciaOffice Hour: MWF 9 – 11 amOffice Number: BEC 0028Email: mlaragraci@usi.eduMeeting Link: https://zoom.us/j/5492894356Meeting ID: 549-289-4356Phone: (812) 461-5485Course DescriptionThis online course covers fundamental components of supply chain logistics management including butnot limited to logistics network design/analysis, distribution, warehouse and transportationmanagement systems, third-party logistics, e-commerce, and enterprise software. Case study analysis isused extensively through the semester to give the students the opportunity to reinforce learning andput in practice theoretical concepts discussed in the textbook. Enterprise software is used to model andsimulate the operation of supply chains. Throughout the semester, emphasis is placed on the strategicimportance of creating value along the supply chain in order to maximize supply chain’s responsiveness,customer centricity, and cost effectiveness.Course Pre-requisite:Enrollment in the USI online MBA program.Course Learning Objectives1.2.3.4.5.6.Examine the relationship between the firm’s supply chain and the firm’s strategic goals.Analyze and redesign a logistics network.Design, model, and test a supply chain.Examine the economic impact of major logistics projects.Examine the logistics challenges and opportunities associated with e-commerce.Construct and run an ERP/SAP simulation model of a supply chain.Communication Guidelines NetiquetteAll class communications and interactions with other students and the professor should followcommon social standards for respect and courtesy. Learn about the USI Netiquette Guidelinesfor Online Students so that you can get the most out of your class. Communication ExpectationStudents should contact the course’s instructor mainly via email. The course’s instructor willrespond within 2 business days. Student will receive feedback on their assignments within 3business days.

Student Communication ResponsabilitiesStudents enrolled in this course should continually monitor their learning, evaluating theirown efforts, and actively seek help when needed in a timely manner. To successfully completeIM 661 - Supply Chain Management, students will need to assume an active role in thelearning process: ask questions, complete assignments, and participate in “Blackboard”discussions, research projects, simulations, and VoiceThread-related activities. Lack ofparticipation will be result in reduction of points.Blackboard Course Site OverviewThe course site is organized primarily by modules. At the beginning of each week a video is used tointroduce the content of the module in question and the corresponding weekly work including detaileddescriptions of the instructional materials, learning activities, and deliverables. The logic behind thedesign of the course site is ease of use and navigation, and usability.Navigation of the course site is based on buttons located at the left side of the course site. Clicking onthe:- “Start Here” button allows the student to access important documents and materials such as thecourse syllabus and the welcome video,- “Announcements” button allows the student to access recent announcements posted by thecourse instructor,- “Course Calendar” button allows students to get a detailed picture of the course, includingdetailed weekly work (learning activities and deliverables).- “Modules 1 - 6” buttons allow students to get detailed information regarding the plan of work foreach of the 6 modules of the course.- “Check Grades” button allows students to access information regarding their grades in thecourse’s assignments.- “Send Email” button allows students to send email to their classmates and the instructor.- “Technical Help” button allows students to request help to solve technical problems they havewith the course site.Course Requirements Textbooks and Harvard Business Publishing Case & Simulation Textbook # 1:ISBN-13: 9780133800579Title: Supply Chain Management: Strategy, Planning, and OperationAuthors: S. Chopra and P. MeindlPublisher: PearsonEdition: 6thRequired* Reading suggested chapters of this book will help students complete assignmentsrelated to the first four modules of the course

Textbook # 2:ISBN-13: 9780316219266Title: the everything storeAuthor: J. BezosPublisher: Little BrownRequired* Students should be done reading this book by the end of the 4th week* Reading this book will help students complete assignment related to the fifth moduleof the course Textbook # 3:ISBN-13: 978-0-470-47844-8Title: Integrated Business Processes with ERP SystemsAuthors: Simha R. Magal and Jeffrey WordPublisher: WileyRequired* Reading suggested chapters of this book will help students complete assignmentrelated to the sixth module of the course Harvard Business Publishing Case:Title: West Marine: Driving Growth through Shipshape Supply Chain ManagementAuthors: Hau Lee and Lyn DenenPublisher: Harvard Business PublishingProduct number: GS34-PDF-ENGRequired* This case study is needed to complete assignment related to the first module of thecourse Harvard Business Publishing Simulation:Title: Global Supply Chain Management SimulationAuthor: Janice HammondPublisher: Harvard Business PublishingProduct number: 8623-HTM-ENGRequired* This simulation is related to the fifth module of the course

Technical Requirementso A Reliable Computer: a dedicated computer with an updated operating system, such asWindows 7 or later, or Mac OSX.o High-Speed Internet Connection: (e.g. DSL or Cable). All USI online students arerequired to have a stable high-speed Internet connection. A wired Internet connection isrecommended for online meeting, exams, and assignment submission.o Office 365 (USI login needed) & Adobe Acrobat Reader installed.o Supported Web Browser: Firefox, Google Chrome, or Safari.o Headset & Webcam* More information on the system requirements for taking online courses can be found quirements/Minimum Technical SkillsStudent must have the ability to:1. Navigate Blackboard, download files from Blackboard, and upload files and submit assignments onBlackboard.2. Create forums for discussion on Blackboard and to post comments on a Blackboard discussion.3. Download/attach files from/to an email.4. Use VoiceThread for commenting, creating a video/presentation, etc.5. Use Zoom to participate in virtual meetings and be able to share the screen with other personsparticipating in a virtual meeting.Online Student Readiness Assessment (Optional)To get started with the assessment, go to Blackboard and choose the course site FREE Online LearningStudent Readiness Assessment in your course list. Spend 20min to learn about your readiness level andget ready for online learning. If you have any questions about this assessment, please call OnlineLearning at 812/228-5124 for assistance.Assessments Practical project.Students will work on a supply chain logistics project in order to take advantage of what they havelearned from textbook reading and other learning activities.Case study analyzes (3).Students will work on three different cases study analyzes in which different issues in supply chainlogistics are addressed to improve the performance of the logistics systems in question.Discussion posting (3).Students will post overviews regarding the approach they followed working on the case analyzes.Research project (2).Students will write 2 papers about relevant topics in supply chain logistics that they will have toresearch.SAP supply chain simulation model.

Using SAP ERP software available at USI, the students will build and run a model of a supply chain inorder to improve the performance of the supply chain in terms of key performance indicatorsnormally used in industry.Grading MethodsAssessment (Deliverable)Case study analysis #1Discussion board # 1Case study analysis # 2Discussion board # 2Global supply chain managementsimulationResearch project # 1Research project # 2SAP supply chain simulation modelTotal PointsPercentageDue /2018Point 018Total:15%15%20%100%AB BC CF90-100%86-89.9%80-85.9%76-79.9%70-75.9%Below 70%Course & University Policies Late Assignment PolicyThe course instructor will only accept late work due to extenuating circumstances and youmust provide documentation (i.e. doctor’s note, etc.). Academic IntegrityStudents are expected to maintain complete honesty and integrity in the academicexperiences both in and out of the classroom. Any student found guilty of dishonestyincluding, but not limited to, plagiarism and/or cheating on an examination will be subject todisciplinary action. For more information, please visit www.usi.edu/deanofstudents/academicintegrity Diversity IssuesThe pursuit of an intellectually open setting for class discussions is one of the goals of thecourse. Students should feel free to articulate respectfully different perceptions of the socialworld; however, belittling, abusive, and discriminatory language will not be tolerated ithttp://www.usi.edu/diversityresources/ .

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