This course is an introduction to the supply chain concept and explores the
management of supply chains to improve an organization's overall
supply efficiency. Further, it
develops an understanding of key drivers of supply chain performance and
their inter-relationships with strategy and other functions of the company
such as marketing, manufacturing and accounting. Other concepts included are the definitions of
supply chains,
identification procedures, an overview of
methods, processes, and systems used in the operation
of supply chains, and the
applications of methods, processes, and systems
to improve supply chain performance.
- Lecturer: Dr.(Mrs.) Nilakshi. W. K. Galahitiyawe
This course provides the students with an understanding of the primary relationship of technology to the strategic position of the firm. First, it emphasizes the importance and role of technology in determining the organization’s competitive advantage and its distinctive competence. Second is the drive for acquiring new technology, management of innovation and technology development in organizations. This will be done by conscious design of the organization upon selection of appropriate technology in line with its focused business strategy.
- Lecturer: Dr. Chathurani Silva