Enterprise Systems are core software used by organisations to manage information in every area of their operations. This module examines how these systems are used in the main functional areas of a business.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
LO1
Evaluate and analyse the main characteristics of enterprise software.
LO2
Evaluate and discuss the use of ERP in the Marketing, Accounting, Human Resource, Production and Supply Chain Functions.
LO3
Model Business Processes Workflows for ERP Implementation.
LO4
Critically appraise and discuss the use of ERP for emerging technologies.
LO5
Apply selected ERP and CRM applications to business scenarios.
Pre-requisite learning
Module Recommendations
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Incompatible Modules
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No requirements listed
Module Content & Assessment
Indicative Content
Organisational Functions, Processes and Data Requirements
Functional Areas and Business Processes. Functional Area Information Systems.
Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Software
Evolution of ERP. Description and use of selected ERP software. Significance and benefits of ERP software and systems. Capabilities of ERP.
Marketing, Accounting, Human Resource, Production and Supply Chain Management Information Systems
Sales and Distribution in ERP. Customer Relationship Management (CRM). Integration of Sales and Accounting. The Production Planning Process. ERP and Suppliers. Accounting in ERP Systems. Implications of the Sarbanes Oxley Act for ERP systems. Trends in Financial Reporting. Human Resources Processes with ERP.
Business Process Modelling and ERP Implementation
Process Modelling. Evaluating Process Improvement. ERP Workflow Tools. Implementing ERP Systems. Change Management.
ERP and Emerging Technologies
Accessing ERP through the Cloud. Virtualizing ERP. Mobile ERP Applications. Integrating the Internet of Things and ERP software.
Using ERP for Business Analytics and Business Intelligence.
Assessment Breakdown
%
Course Work
40.00%
End of Module Formal Examination
60.00%
Course Work
Assessment Type
Assessment Description
Outcome addressed
% of total
Assessment Date
Project
Group Project assessing the CRM needs of an organisation.
1,5
20.0
Week 5
Project
Evaluation and application of selected ERP software.
1,5
20.0
Week 12
End of Module Formal Examination
Assessment Type
Assessment Description
Outcome addressed
% of total
Assessment Date
Formal Exam
End-of-Semester Final Examination
1,2,3,4
60.0
End-of-Semester
Reassessment Requirement
Repeat examination Reassessment of this module will consist of a repeat examination. It is possible that there will also be a requirement to be reassessed in a coursework element.
The institute reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment
Module Workload
Workload: Full Time
Workload Type
Workload Description
Hours
Frequency
Average Weekly Learner Workload
Lecture
Lectures on Enterprise Systems and their use in key business areas.
2.0
Every Week
2.00
Lab
Lab Sessions using selected ERP and CRM Software.
1.0
Every Week
1.00
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact)
Revision of theoretical material and skills attainment in selected ERP and CRM software.
4.0
Every Week
4.00
Total Hours
7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload
7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours
3.00
Workload: Part Time
Workload Type
Workload Description
Hours
Frequency
Average Weekly Learner Workload
Lecture
Lectures on Enterprise Systems and their use in key business areas.
2.0
Every Week
2.00
Lab
Lab Sessions using selected ERP and CRM Software.
1.0
Every Week
1.00
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact)
Revision of theoretical material and skills attainment in selected ERP and CRM software.
4.0
Every Week
4.00
Total Hours
7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload
7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours
3.00
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
Bret Wagner, Ellen Monk 2013, Concepts in Enterprise Resource Planning, 4th Ed., Course Technology [ISBN: 9781111820398]
This module does not have any article/paper resources