This course charts the paradigm shift from the conventional wisdom of mass production to the innovation of the Japanese method known as just -in -time (JIT). It explores the development of JIT as a total business system and explains its key philosophies and core techniques such as layout design, flow management, kanban, supplier development and partnership sourcing. And then traces the international development of JIT to present day business strategies such as lean enterprise, supply chain management and value chains.

Cheng TCE & Podolsky S. (1993). Just-in-Time Manufacturing. Chapman and Hall, New York

Business Library,
Personal computer with Office software
E-mail
Internet access

The learning strategy for this module requires students to commit 150 learning hours. There will be 30 hours of class support and 120 hours of independent and self-directed study. As part time students will have work related experience they will have different class support hours. Learning support material will be provided for the module. There will be a mixture of conventional lectures integrated with small group discussion on:
- Directed reading
- Case study
- Media reportage
- Video footage

Students will be expected to collaborate in group debate on a range of management issues as listed in the indicative content
This application followed by independent and self-directed consolidation between lectures.

A 2500 word case study (Tests All Learning Outcomes