C19LS/K19LS - Logistics & Supply Chain Management

Coursework Brief 2025-26

Individual Report (70% of course mark)

The objective of this assignment is to conduct a comprehensive analysis of the risks and challenges associated with the design and implementation of a supply chain.

This assignment contributes to the following course learning outcomes:

On completion of this course, you will be able to

1.    apply logistics and supply chain management concepts, models and frameworks in a global context.

2.    evaluate logistics and supply chain management approaches and strategies adopted by various organisations.

3.    analyse issues and risks involved in the design and the implementation of modern logistics and supply chain systems.

4.    appraise solutions that address contemporary logistics and supply chain management challenges for enhanced business performance.

5.   Value ethical considerations when addressing contemporary supply chain and logistics issues.

Your task

This task is an extension of the work you have already done in your group coursework, where you identified challenges facing two different supply chains. For this individual report, you have the option to focus on one of the two supply chains previously discussed or to select a new supply chain for the analysis.

Your analysis should be thorough and well-researched, demonstrating a deep understanding of the supply chain you have chosen. You are expected to provide a detailed overview of the supply chain, including its structure, the industry it operates within, and the current trends that influence its activities. This overview should be supported by a strong rationale for your choice of supply chain.

The core of your report will involve identifying and analysing the various risks and challenges that are concerned with the design and implementation phases of the supply chain. These may include, but are not limited to, issues related to network design, market volatility, technological advancements, supply chain disruptions, competitive pressures, sustainable practice and regulatory compliance. You may focus on certain types of risks and challenges. Your analysis should be supported by academic literature, relevant theories and frameworks, and industry reports and statistics, where possible, and should consider the potential impact of these risks and challenges on both the operational and strategic performance of the supply chain.

In addition to identifying risks and challenges, you are required to recommend solutions or strategies for mitigating these risks and alleviating the challenges. These recommendations should be practical, feasible, and aligned with the specific context of the supply chain you are analysing. You should also consider the ethical implications of your recommended strategies, ensuring that they are not only effective but also ethically sound.

A final component of this assignment is the self-reflection section, where you will reflect on your learning journey throughout the assignment. This reflection should be critical and insightful, highlighting what you have learned about supply chain management and how this assignment has contributed to your professional development.

Audience: Practitioners and academics

Criteria for Assessment:

-      Supply Chain Overview (20%):

o Clearly articulate why you have chosen this particular supply chain for analysis.

o Provide a comprehensive overview of the industry in which the supply chain operates, including any relevant trends that may affect supply chain activities.

-      Analysis of Challenges and Risks (30%):

o Analyse various risks and challenges faced by the supply chain.

o Assess the potential impact of these risks on the supply chain's operational and strategic performance.

o Support your analysis with real-world examples and data where applicable.

-      Risk Mitigation solutions and strategies (20%):

o Recommend specific strategies and solutions for mitigating the identified risks and challenges.

o Discuss any ethical considerations that should be taken into account when implementing these strategies.

-      Conclusion & Self-Reflection (10%):

o Summarise the key points covered in the report.

o Reflect on what you have learned through the process of completing this assignment.

o Critical Insights: Provide critical insights into how this assignment has enhanced your understanding of supply chain management.

-      Report Structure and Presentation (10%):

o Executive Summary: A concise summary of the report's purpose, key findings and recommendations.

o Introduction: Introduce the topic, provide background information, and state the objectives and structure of the report.

o Supply Chain Overview: Detailed rationale for the supply chain selection and industry context.

o  Report Main Body: comprising a number of main headings that address the main tasks including comprehensive analysis of risks, challenges, mitigation strategies and ethical consideration.

o Conclusion & Self-Reflection: Summarise key points and reflect on your learning.

-   Overall Quality and Referencing (10%)

o Writing Quality: The report is well-written, with clear and concise language.

o Logical Flow: The argument is coherent and logically structured.

o Professional Presentation: The report is professionally formatted and free of errors.

o References: List of all sources cited in the report. Ensure relevancy and quality of the sources. Use the Harvard referencing style. to cite all sources used in your report.

Submission Guidelines

-       Your report should be no more than 2500 words. The word count excludes executive summary, figures, table of contents and reference list. The word count includes tables in the body of the report.

-      Include an executive summary (max 200 words).

-      Do not include an abstract or any appendices.

-      Use 11-point font (Calibri, Arial or Times New Roman are all acceptable), with 1.5 line spacing.

-      Use the Harvard Referencing style. Your report should include relevant literature only, Minimum of 15 references.

-      Please do not email your draft work to your lecturer.

-      Use the Cover page template available on Canvas and Include your name, ID and Campus location at the cover page.

Deadline:

The completed report is due no later than 11.00am (UK)/3pm (Dubai)/6pm (Malaysia) (Week 12).