Managing Sustainable Value Chains

Postgraduate | 2026

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BUSI 5039
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Course ID
202781
Level of study
Level of study
Postgraduate
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Unit value
6
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Course level
1
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
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Yes
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Single course enrolment
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Course data is interim and subject to change

Course overview

The aim of this course is to apply a range of conceptual, analytical and research skills in the design and management of sustainable value-creating, consumer-driven businesses in a value chain. In this course, students undertake a value approach to further develop their understanding of the complexity of supply chains and how to manage them to attain sustainable competitive advantage. Through this course, students will learn to integrate sustainability principles into the core functions of value chain management, focusing on creating value for consumers while also addressing environmental, social, and economic considerations. Students are assessed through critical analysis, report and contribution.

  • Foundations Of Sustainable Supply Chains

Course learning outcomes

  • Analyse the factors necessary for effective value chain management in today's global and highly competitive markets with readings and seminar activities around the topics by completing the core requirements of this CLO in a critical analysis, report and contribution
  • Apply specific strategies to maximise the chain's efficiency and competitive advantage with readings and seminar activities around the topics by completing the core requirements of this CLO in a critical analysis, report and contribution
  • Critically evaluate the trends in sustainable operations with readings and seminar activities around the topics by completing the core requirements of this CLO in a critical analysis, report and contribution
  • Differentiate and classify the issues and challenges evident in today's sustainable value chain with readings and seminar activities around the topics by completing the core requirements of this CLO in a critical analysis, report and contribution
  • Evaluate and integrate innovative technologies into value chain operations with readings and seminar activities around the topics by completing the core requirements of this CLO in a critical analysis, report and contribution
  • Demonstrate skills in self-management, ethical awareness, and applying global perspectives with readings and seminar activities around the topics by completing the core requirements of this CLO in a critical analysis, report and contribution

Prerequisite(s)

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Corequisite(s)

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Antirequisite(s)

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