Module Specifications..
Current Academic Year 2023 - 2024
Please note that this information is subject to change.
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Description This module introduces students to Management Science and mathematical modelling in the context of operations, including familiarise students with decision making and problem solving using appropriate techniques and methods. Operations analytics focuses on transforming operational data into better decision making, predicting outcomes and choosing the best course of action in the face of risk. Operations Strategy focuses on evaluating the principles and practice of operations strategy development and management, and determine a set of approaches and frameworks required to formulate and execute an operations strategy. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Learning Outcomes 1. Determine which quantitative analysis technique is appropriate for solving a specific problem 2. Use the appropriate quantitative method in a technically correct way to solve a business problem 3. Analyze quantitative output and arrive at a conclusion 4. Identify situations where mathematical models can help managers make better decisions 5. Describe and interpret a mathematical model, clarifying the underlying assumptions and the model’s limitations 6. Evaluate the application of a mathematical model, checking its correctness and its adequacy for the decision making problem to tackle 7. Evaluate and describe the interconnected nature of operations management and operations strategy 8. Critically show how successful companies have designed and implemented operation strategies 9. Discuss how the individual components of an organisational system can contribute to the overall success of the organisation | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml |
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Indicative Content and Learning Activities
Introduction to Management Science for OperationsLinear Programming ConceptsLinear Programming Formulation and ApplicationsModelling with SpreadsheetsWhat-if AnalysisDecision AnalysisBusiness process modellingOperational design and modellingOperations strategy and its relationship with both business strategy and operations managementOperational/Process Modelling - Process ImprovementThe evolutionary role of operations and its future trends | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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