SSST - Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Systems

Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Systems

Programme(s) where module is offered

BSc Computer Science with Electrical Engineering;
BSc Computer Science with Economics;
BSc Computer Science with Management;
BSc Computer Science with International Relations;
BSc Computer Science with Political Science;

Status (core, option, free choice)

Core

FHEQ Level

Unit Value

8 ECTS

Term taught

Spring

Pre-Requisite Modules or Qualifications

CSIS240

Module Code

IS460

Module coordinator

Amer Čeljo

Applicable From

2016

Educational Aims of the Module

Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Systems are software systems used to support information flow and information management in companies. They help to deal with information about orders, inventory, accounting, human resources, and production.
From a software industry point of view, the ERP systems take a significant share of the market with demand for new skilled people to consult on, design, develop and deploy ERP systems.
Therefore, it is important to understand the background of such systems to help future information systems engineers to work in these areas.
This module is designed to provide the student with a thorough understanding of both the role that ERP Systems play in an organisation and the challenging task of implementing and managing the Information System (IS) function in relation to ERP.
It also introduces students to ERP systems and provides an overview of the managerial and technical issues in planning, designing, implementing, and extending enterprise systems and technologies.
The module is supported with hands-on exercises using ERP software from the industry-leader SAP.

Module Outline/Syllabus

Overview of ERP Systems and Business Processes
ERP Market Introduction
Logistics Execution
Production Planning
Supply Chain Management
Order fulfilment strategies
Plant Maintenance
Finances/Accounting
Project Systems (Management)
Human Resources
Quality Management
ERP implementation lifecycle

Student Engagement Hours

Type	Number per Term	Duration	Total Time
Lectures	30	2 hours	60 hours
Laboratory sessions	15	2 hours	30 hours
Total Guided/Independent Learning Hours			110
Total Contact Hours			90
Total Engagement Hours			200

Assessment Method Summary

Type	Number Required	Duration / Length	Weighting	Timing / Submission Deadline
Test	10	10 minutes	10%	Weeks: 2-6, 8-12
Mid-term exam	1	90 minutes	20%	Week 7
Project (individual / Group)	1	2000 words	20%	Week 10
Final exam	1	180 minutes	50%	End of semester

Module Outcomes

Intended Learning Outcomes:

Demonstrate a critical and systematic understanding of different ideas, contexts and frameworks of planning mechanisms within an enterprise, identify the components in an ERP system and analyse the relationships among the components
Understand and effectively evaluate production planning in an ERP system, and systematically develop plans for an enterprise; analyse the functional modules of ERP Systems (Material Management, Production Planning. Financing and Accounting, Supply Chain, Customers Service, etc).
Demonstrate current knowledge and critical understanding of the different concepts behind the modules and functions (patterns, conceptual models) and the technology behind the system.
Select appropriate methods to determine the correct purchasing quantity and the right time to buy an item, evaluate and compare the different methods and analyse the results, and apply the methods to material management.
Discuss and critically analyse, the difficulties and limitation of a manufacturing execution system, select a suitable performance measure for different objectives, and apply priority rules to shop floor control. Plan and deploy ERP Systems either from customer or provider point of view.

Teaching and Learning Strategy:

Lectures provide core information on specific topics (ILO: 1-5)
Research and investigation assignments designed to aid self study will be delivered in the IT lab. (ILO: 1-5)
Project: to integrate theoretical concepts with practical skills (ILO: 1-5)
Short-answer tests will assess student knowledge and ongoing cognitive development (ILO: 1-5)

Assessment Strategy:

Test (ILO: 1-5)
Mid-term exam (ILO: 1-2)
Final exam (ILO:1-5)
Project (ILO: 1-5)

Practical Skills:

Effective use of SAP ERP systems for accounting, information management and intra as well as inter-company business processes
Recognise the key models and business processes required in supply chain management systems
Accurately interpret a variety of resources relating to Material Management in ERP

Teaching and Learning Strategy:

A mixture of lectures, exercises in the lab, and case studies are used to deliver the various topics in this module. (PS:1-3)
Some material is covered using a problem-based format to advance the learning objectives. Other material is covered through directed study to enhance students’ independent learning ability. (PS:1-3)
Some case studies, largely based on consultancy experience, are used to integrate these topics and demonstrate to students how the various techniques are interrelated and can be applied in real-life situations.(PS:1-3)
Tutors will use quizzes to test student subject knowledge (PS:1-3)
Students will benefit from the expertise of external guest lecturers (PS:1-3)

Assessment Strategy:

Project (PS:1-3)
Test (PS:1-3)
Mid-term exam (PS: 2, 3)
Final exam (PS: 2,3)

Transferable Skills:

Effective IT skills
Independent study skills
Problem-solving skills
Ability to work in a team

Teaching and Learning Strategy:

Laboratory sessions (TS:1,3)
Project (TS:1-3)

Assessment Strategy:

Project (TS:1-4)
Mid-term exam (TS: 3)
Final exam (TS: 3)

Key Texts and/or other learning materials

Set text

Ellen Monk, Bret Wagner (2014), Concepts in Enterprise Resource Planning 4th Edition, ISBN-13: 9781111820398
Magal, S., Word, J., (2010) Essentials of Business Processes and Information Systems, John Wiley & Sons

Supplementary Materials

Sumner, M., (2004) Enterprise Resource Planning. Pearson Prentice Hall
Bradford, M. (2010). Modern ERP Systems: Select, Implement and Use Today’s Advanced Business Systems, 2nd Edition, Lulu.com
Magal, S., Word, J., (2011) Integrated Business Processes with ERP Systems, John Wiley & Sons
Monk, E. & Wagner, B. (2012). Concepts in enterprise resource planning 4th Edition, South western College Publishing
Monk, E., Wagner, B., (2009) Enterprise Resource Planning, International Edition. Course technology
Sandoe, K., Corbitt, G., and Boykin, R., (2001), Enterprise Integration, John Wiley & Sons
Kurbel, K., (2013) Enterprise Resource Planning and Supply Chain Management: Functions, Business Processes and Software for Manufacturing Companies, Springer
Kelly Rainer, R., Watson, H., Prince, B., (2013) Management Information Systems. 2nd Edition. John Wiley & Sons
Pérez–Salazar, M. D. R., Rivera, I., & Cristóbal–Vázquez, I. M. (2013). ERP selection: a literature review. International Journal of Industrial and Systems Engineering, 13(3), 309-324
ERP Lecture by Dr Tony Pittarese https://itunes.apple.com/us/itunes-u/enterprise-resource-planning/id384930687?mt=10 (Accessed 17 February 2014).

Please note

This specification provides a concise summary of the main features of the module and the learning outcomes that a typical student might reasonably be expected to achieve and demonstrate if he/she takes full advantage of the learning opportunities that are provided.

More detailed information on the learning outcomes, content and teaching, learning and assessment methods of each module and programme can be found in the departmental or programme handbook.

The accuracy of the information contained in this document is reviewed annually by the University of Buckingham and may be checked by the Quality Assurance Agency.

Date of Production : Autumn 2016

Date approved by School Learning and Teaching Committee: 28th September 2016

Date approved by School Board of Study : 12th October 2016

Date approved by University Learning and Teaching Committee: 2nd November 2016

Date of Annual Review: December 2017

SSST Subjects

Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Systems

Programme(s) where module is offered

Status (core, option, free choice)

FHEQ Level

Unit Value

Term taught

Pre-Requisite Modules or Qualifications

Module Code

Module coordinator

Applicable From

Educational Aims of the Module

Module Outline/Syllabus

Student Engagement Hours

Assessment Method Summary

Module Outcomes

Key Texts and/or other learning materials

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