PILM_l7_ce01_assessment
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ASSESSMENT BRIEF
L7 Process Improvement & Lean Management: Individual written report, 100%
Module Leader: Dr Uly Ma
Key Details and Requirements
Submission deadline: Thursday, 12 January 2023, no later than 16:30pm (GMT)
Learning outcomes:
1. Understand the principles of Lean Management and Six Sigma Quality.
2. Ability and understanding of how to carry out Process Improvement.
3. Ability and understanding of how to use Lean and Improvement tools to identify and solve process problems
4. Critical application and understanding of how to apply Lean and Improvement techniques in real-world environment.
5. Synthesise and critically evaluate lean improvement methodologies and have an understanding of how they are linked to environmental, social and governance factors in sustainability.
Assessment details: Individual written report, 100% (2,500 words +/- 10%)
Referencing: Students are expected to use Harvard Referencing throughout their assignments where required. Please follow the Harvard Referencing Handbook for all your assignments at the ULBS.
Submission Method: Turnitin - Your work needs to be put through Turnitin. All submissions will be electronically checked for plagiarism.
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Please note that you can deviate +- 10% from the word limit stated on each assignment.
ASSIGNMENT DETAILS
The assignment is a report on one of the following 3 options:
Develop a process map based on the following diagram: distribution of the CoVid 19 vaccine from the factory to where you were living in 2020/21.
Explore how lean management could have improved the process. You may use your own experience as well as published information (official sources/ media) to set up the analysis.
Learning Outcomes covered by this assignment option
Learning Outcomes
Outcomes Covered
Extent of Coverage (1=low/5=
high)
Learning Outcomes
Outcomes Covered
Extent of Coverage (1=low/5=
high)
Knowledge & Understanding Learning Outcomes
Skills & Practice Learning Outcomes
Understand the principles of Lean Management and Six Sigma Quality.
Yes
5
Ability to synthesise, analyse and evaluate information from varied sources, to build a holistic and full picture
of complex circumstances
Yes
5
Ability and understanding of how to carry out Process Improvement.
Yes
5
People management to include communications, team building, leadership and motivating others, and manage complex stakeholder expectations and needs.
Yes
1
Ability and understanding of how to use Lean and Improvement tools to identify and solve process
problems
Yes
5
Problem solving and cri tical analysis.
Yes
3
Critical application and understanding of how to apply Lean and Improvement techniques in real-world
environment.
Yes
5
Networking and reflective learning around the experience of working in groups, and other
interpersonal skills.
Yes
2
Synthesise and critically evaluate lean improvement
methodologies and have an understanding of how they are linked to environmental, social and governance factors in sustainability.
Yes
5
Ability to demonstrate an understanding of qualities and transferable skills necessary for employment
requiring the exercise and display of personal
responsibility and ethical decision-making in discharging their responsibilities
Yes
5
Explore how lean management and process improvement can contribute to ESG progress in a specific sector – you may choose both a particular industry and a specific country to analyse.
ESG targets will encompass addressing environmental, social and governance issues where relevant.
Learning Outcomes covered by this assignment option
Learning Outcomes
Outcomes Covered
Extent of Coverage (1=low/5=
high)
Learning Outcomes
Outcomes Covered
Extent of Coverage (1=low/5=
high)
Knowledge & Understanding Learning Outcomes
Skills & Practice Learning Outcomes
Understand the principles of Lean Management and Six Sigma Quality.
Yes
5
Ability to synthesise, analyse and evaluate information from varied sources, to build a holistic and full picture
of complex circumstances
Yes
5
Ability and understanding of how to carry out Process Improvement.
Yes
5
People management to include communications, team building, leadership and motivating others, and manage complex stakeholder expectations and needs.
Yes
1
Ability and understanding of how to use Lean and Improvement tools to identify and solve process
problems
Yes
5
Problem solving and cri tical analysis.
Yes
3
Critical application and understanding of how to apply Lean and Improvement techniques in real-world
environment.
Yes
5
Networking and reflective learning around the experience of working in groups, and other
interpersonal skills.
Yes
1
Synthesise and critically evaluate lean improvement
methodologies and have an understanding of how they are linked to environmental, social and governance factors in sustainability.
Yes
5
Ability to demonstrate an understanding of qualities and transferable skills necessary for employment
requiring the exercise and display of personal
responsibility and ethical decision-making in discharging their responsibilities
Yes
5
Option 3
During a global recession – low income, stagnant growth; how can 5S/ SMED/ Poka- yoke (choose 1) help in process improvements generally. Choose a specific industry - you may choose a particular industry in a specific country to analyse.
Note: you may not choose motor racing as a sector if you choose SMED as a technique.
Learning Outcomes covered by this assignment option
Learning Outcomes
Outcomes Covered
Extent of Coverage (1=low/5=
high)
Learning Outcomes
Outcomes Covered
Extent of Coverage (1=low/5=
high)
Knowledge & Understanding Learning Outcomes
Skills & Practice Learning Outcomes
Understand the principles of Lean Management and Six Sigma Quality.
Yes
5
Ability to synthesise, analyse and evaluate information from varied sources, to build a holistic and full picture
of complex circumstances
Yes
5
Ability and understanding of how to carry out Process Improvement.
Yes
5
People management to include communications, team building, leadership and motivating others, and manage complex stakeholder expectations and needs.
~
1
Ability and understanding of how to use Lean and Improvement tools to identify and solve process
problems
Yes
5
Problem solving and cri tical analysis.
Yes
3
Critical application and understanding of how to apply Lean and Improvement techniques in real-world
environment.
Yes
5
Networking and reflective learning around the experience of working in groups, and other
interpersonal skills.
~
1
Synthesise and critically evaluate lean improvement
methodologies and have an understanding of how they are linked to environmental, social and governance factors in sustainability.
Yes
5
Ability to demonstrate an understanding of qualities and transferable skills necessary for employment
requiring the exercise and display of personal
responsibility and ethical decision-making in discharging their responsibilities
Yes
5
Assignment Marking Scheme/ Assessment Criteria
Areas
Marks
Knowledge of the topic area
35
Application of Knowledge
35
Presentation of Knowledge
20
Learning outcomes
10
100
Suggested Submission Format
Executive Summary – this is a summary of every section of your report – not just “what you did”; but also “what you found out”. Usually you write this when everything thing else is done. (Presentation of Knowledge)
Introduction and Current State – this introduces your report as well as provide background to what the current situation is and why improvement is needed. You may wish to prepare a process map to illustrate your points. (Presentation of Knowledge)
Improvement Objectives - what are the critical issues in your planned improvement? List at least 3 and explain why they are critical. (Presentation of Knowledge)
Analytical Methods – what techniques are you choosing to use for your analysis and why did you choose these. (Application of Knowledge)
Understanding the Techniques – this is where you demonstrate your understanding of the techniques and what are your findings. (Application of Knowledge)
Future State – this is what the process will look like once your improvements are implemented. (A process map is usually a good idea at this point.) (Application of Knowledge)
Conclusions – this is where you demonstrate why your proposed improvement will deliver the benefits and explain what these benefits are. (Application of Knowledge)
References – Harvard style as required by the University. (Presentation of Knowledge)
Clarity of Report – this is where you impress your reader with clear layout, no typos, acceptable grammar and diagrams that are not too small to read. (Presentation of Knowledge)
It is also strongly recommended that you use this suggested sequence to structure your report.
Learning Outcomes – this is where you explore what you learnt, outlining any difficulties encountered and how you solved them.
Module Assessment Criteria
Class
Attributes
Marks
Distinction
Illustrates an excellent level of understanding of complex issues in the subject. All requirements of the work are dealt with to a high standard and the work is free from all but isolated minor errors. The material is wholly relevant to the tasks.
Excellent analysis, synthesis and critical reflection with the ability to tackle issues and questions not previously encountered.
Evidence of independent and original judgment in relation to the resolution of the client’s needs and problems. Excellently presented in terms of structure and professional style
70-100%
Commendation
Illustrates a very good understanding of the issues in the subject, some of which are likely to be complex with some independent critical thought appropriate to the tasks. Most of the requirements of the work are covered with only a few gaps or minor and inconsequential errors. The material is largely relevant to the tasks and there is a good attempt at analysis, synthesis and critical reflection with evidence of some ability to tackle issues not previously encountered. The work is presented in a clear and well- organised manner with only minor spelling and grammatical
errors.
60 -69%
Pass
The work displays good knowledge and understanding and its relevance to the task. The submission exhibits clear analysis and reasonable use of grammar, spelling and language. It may contain errors and lack fluency. Limited evidence of the ability to sustain a relevant argument or logical reasoning.
50 – 59%
Fail
Exhibits an unsatisfactory grasp of the issues in the subject. Primarily descriptive and lacking in independent critical thought appropriate to the tasks. Weak or no attempt at analysis, synthesis and critical reflection with little evidence of ability to tackle issues not previously encountered. Poor spelling or other grammatical errors.
0 - 49%
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