Learning Outcomes:
Context/history of sourcing: Demonstrate a sound understanding of how the outsourcing market has developed over time, and of the types of processes/services that should be considered for sourcing. Sourcing modes: Describe the common modes of sourcing (e.g. in-sourcing, outsourcing, offshoring, nearshoring) and their associated advantages and disadvantages. Management models: Describe how to approach strategic sourcing decisions and the choice of appropriate sourcing partners. Critical perspective: Demonstrate a sophisticated understanding of how sourcing relationships may be better managed and how this might vary according to the sourcing mode. Emerging trends: Critically assess emerging trends in sourcing that are likely to be important in the future.
Indicative Module Content:
The class reviews the following themes and subjects:
* Paradigms of outsourcing and offshoring
* National competitiveness, country attractiveness
* Sourcing models and decisions
* Supplier capabilities and strategies
* The client perspective
* Leveraging Knowledge
* The IT outsourcing lifecycle
* Organisational governance
* Global, distributed, teams
* Emerging issues for sourcing