-The 2400 word limit does not include the reference list
-You can use diagrams and tables but they must be discussed and critiqued in the discussion
-RESEARCH THOUGHT STARTERS ONLY (not questions to be answered)
What is meant be ethical practice and behaviour?
Can we define what ethical practice in a supply chain is?
Is there agreement in the literature about what supply chain managers should focus on when considering ethical practice?
Who are the key authors?
Why is being ethical important?
Why is ensuring ethical practice in the supply chain challenging?
Is it more challenging in a global supply chain
Is ethical practice always achievable?
Can we measure and evidence ethical practice?
-You are required to conduct a literature review. Need to show you have researched the viewpoint from all sides of the debate
-Literature research
Need to demonstrate an in-depth study of the topic has been undertaken
Range of sources – include books, journal articles, business news articles
A range of industry sectors have been looked at
Up to date sources (2015 – 2020 (maybe)) have been used as well as past research but not before 2010
– Critical evaluation –
Need to critically evaluate the literature
Compare and contrast researchers views and findings
This is what identifies this as your work as a researcher
Discuss advantages and disadvantages and offer a balanced discussion.
-Utilize both academic and practitioner perceptions
Show ability to relate concepts and ideas to actual examples
– It should include in text references
– the assignment needs to flow well
– Referencing all research materials
– Write in the 3rd person
-Discuss advantages and disadvantages and offer a balanced discussion.