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MAN-20181 - Module Specification
Keele Business School
Faculty of Business, Law, Humanities & Social Sciences

For academic year: 2026/27 Last Updated: 17 March 2026

MAN-20181 - Supply Chain Analytics and Information Management
Coordinator: Witold Bahr
Lecture Time: See Timetable...
Level: Level 5
Credits: 30
Study Hours: 300
School Office: 01782 733094

Programme/Approved Electives for 2026/27

None

Available as a Free Standing Elective

No

Co-requisites

None

Prerequisites

no

Barred Combinations

no

Description for 2026/27

In today’s competitive business landscape, effective supply chain management is essential. This module equips you with vital skills in data collection, analysis, and decision-making to tackle real-world challenges. Discover innovative information management systems and the influence of emerging technologies on supply chains. Through engaging case studies and hands on activities, you’ll learn how top organisations leverage data to drive efficiency and innovation.

Aims
* To understand the principles of supply chain analytics and utilise data for informed decision-making.
* To explore information management systems and tools that enhance data collection and collaboration across supply chains.
* To analyse the role of analytics in optimising inventory management, demand forecasting, and logistics planning.
* To evaluate the impact of emerging technologies on supply chain analytics practices.
* To develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills in the context of supply chain challenges.

Intended Learning Outcomes

describe/explain supply chain analytics principles and utilise data for informed decision-making.: 1
evaluate information management systems that enhance data collection and collaboration in supply chains.: 2
analyse the role of analytics in optimising inventory management, demand forecasting, and logistics.: 1
apply problem-solving skills to address complex challenges in supply chain management.: 1,2

Study hours

Interactive lecture - 48 hrs
Guided reading and research 48 hrs
Independent research 120 hrs
Assessment preparation and delivery- 84 hrs

School Rules

None

Description of Module Assessment

1: Presentation weighted 30%
Video Presentation
Students will create a 10 minute video presentation based on a dataset related to supply chain operations. They will analyse the data to extract insights and make informed decisions on a relevant supply chain issue. The presentation should detail the analytical methods used, the reasoning behind their decisions, and the expected outcomes of their recommendations. The video must include a brief on-camera welcome at the start; the remaining content may be delivered on camera and/or via voiceover, provided communication is clear, professional, and accessible. Any reasonable adjustments will be agreed with the lecturer.

2: Report weighted 70%
Report on Information Management Systems
Students will write a 2000 words report on a specific information management system used in supply chain management. The report should evaluate how the system enhances data collection, collaboration, and decision-making within a supply chain context. Students should also discuss potential challenges and future trends related to the system.

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Last Updated: 17 March 2026