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PSM831Management Sciences2 Unitsintermediate

Materials Management

This course introduces students to the fundamental principles and practices of materials management. It covers key areas such as purchasing, inventory control, warehousing, and transportation. Students will learn about forecasting techniques, supply chain management, and the importance of quality in materials management. The course also explores legal and ethical considerations, including the Public Procurement Act of 2007, and emphasizes the role of effective materials management in organizational success and profitability.

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156h
Study Time
13
Weeks
12h
Per Week
basic
Math Level
Course Keywords
Materials ManagementPurchasingInventoryWarehousingSupply Chain

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
➕
Math Level
Basic Math
📖
Learning Type
Theoretical Focus

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Materials Management Basics

2

Purchasing Policies

3

Supply Chain Management

4

Inventory Control

5

Warehousing

6

Transportation

7

Public Procurement Act

Total Topics7 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

tutor-marked assessments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

final examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Career Opportunities

Explore the career paths this course opens up for you

Procurement Manager

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Supply Chain Analyst

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Materials Manager

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Logistics Coordinator

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Warehouse Manager

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

ManufacturingRetailGovernmentHealthcareConstruction

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1:

9h

Unit 1: Basics of Materials Management

5 study hours
  • •Define materials management and its objectives
  • •Discuss types of materials (raw, WIP, finished)
  • •Analyze the organization structure of materials management

Unit 2: Nature of Purchasing

4 study hours
  • •Define purchasing management
  • •Explain the objectives and importance of purchasing
  • •Discuss types of purchasing
Week
2

Module 1:

9h

Unit 3: Purchasing Policy and Procedures

5 study hours
  • •Define policy and explain its various types
  • •Explain purchasing policy and procedure
  • •Discuss methods of purchasing (centralized vs decentralized)

Unit 4: Supplies Management Information System

4 study hours
  • •Explain Supplies Management Information System (SMIS)
  • •Identify major sub-systems in SMIS
  • •Discuss applications of SMIS
Week
3

Module 1:

5h

Unit 5: Supplier Quality Management

5 study hours
  • •Explain Suppliers Quality Management
  • •Describe the roles of buyers in managing suppliers' quality
  • •Identify the dimensions of quality management
Week
4

Module 2:

9h

Unit 1: Human Resource Management in Purchasing and Supply

5 study hours
  • •Explain Human Resources Management Process
  • •Identify different sources of recruitment
  • •Explain the selection process

Unit 2: Materials Forecasting

4 study hours
  • •Define forecasting and types of forecasting
  • •Explain the reasons for materials forecasting
  • •Discuss the types of forecasting methods
Week
5

Module 2:

5h

Unit 3: Supply Chain Inventory Management

5 study hours
  • •Explain the concept of Inventory management
  • •Explain the reasons for carrying inventory
  • •Discuss the objectives of inventory management
Week
6

Module 2:

5h

Unit 4: Basic Inventory Models

5 study hours
  • •Discuss the various inventory management models
  • •Solve inventory problems using EOQ
  • •Solve problems of inventory using EOQ with Quantity Discount
Week
7

Module 2:

5h

Unit 5: Transportation Management

5 study hours
  • •Explain the concept of transportation management
  • •Identify the two major functions of transport
  • •Describe the fundamental principles guiding transport management
Week
8

Module 3:

5h

Unit 1: Warehouse Management

5 study hours
  • •Explain the meaning and objectives of warehousing
  • •Explain centralised and decentralised warehousing
  • •Explain the importance of warehousing
Week
9

Module 3:

5h

Unit 2: Materials Handling Equipment and Computerisation

5 study hours
  • •Define materials handling
  • •Explain the objectives of materials handling
  • •Discuss types of materials handling equipment
Week
10

Module 3:

5h

Unit 3: Recovery, Recycling and Disposal of Scraps

5 study hours
  • •Identify the basic concepts in recovering and recycling of materials
  • •Identify and explain disposal procedures
  • •Describe the basic disposal channels
Week
11

Module 3:

5h

Unit 4: Public Procurement Act of 2007

5 study hours
  • •Explain how National Council on Public Procurement is established
  • •Discuss the operations of Bureau of Public Procurement
  • •Explain the scope of application of Public Procurement Act
Week
12

Module 3:

5h

Unit 5: Disposal of Public Property/ Due Process Office

5 study hours
  • •Explain the organisation of Public Procurement
  • •Discuss Public Procurement Methods
  • •Explain how Public Property can be disposed
Week
13

Module 3:

8h

Final Revision

8 study hours
  • •Review all modules
  • •Work on assignments
  • •Prepare for final examination

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Create a detailed study schedule allocating time for each module

2

Review all Tutor-Marked Assignments (TMAs) and their solutions

3

Focus on understanding the key concepts and formulas related to inventory management (EOQ)

4

Practice applying the Public Procurement Act to different scenarios

5

Create concept maps linking different materials management functions (purchasing, warehousing, transportation)

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