ASSIGNMENT 2, SEMESTER 1 NEW 2026-2027 UPDATE
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QUESTIONS AND A DETAILED BREAKDOWN OF ALL
CORRECT VERIFIED ANSWERS EXAM PLUS
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Question 1
Which of the following best describes the primary
purpose of Supplier Relationship Management
(SRM) as outlined in the module?
A. To minimize the number of suppliers in the
supply chain
B. To analyse the dynamics of supplier relationships
and foster positive relations
C. To reduce the cost of purchasing raw materials
only
D. To eliminate the need for contract management
,Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The official purpose of MNP3703 states
that the module equips students to analyse the
dynamics of supplier relationships and examine
processes and procedures in fostering positive
relations with suppliers .
Question 2
What is the fundamental difference between
purchasing management and strategic sourcing?
A. Purchasing management is long-term, while
strategic sourcing is short-term
B. Purchasing management focuses on operational
processes, while strategic sourcing aligns with
organisational goals
C. Strategic sourcing is only used for international
suppliers
D. There is no difference; the terms are synonymous
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Purchasing management refers to the
systematic process of deciding what, when, and how
,much to purchase. Strategic sourcing is a broader
concept that aligns supply decisions with the
organisation's long-term objectives .
Question 3
Which of the following is part of the administration
level of the contract management process?
A. Relationship management; incentives
management
B. Strategic supplier management; incentives
management
C. Monitoring; measurement; feedback
D. Financial management; asset management
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The administration level of contract
management includes monitoring, measurement, and
feedback, as outlined in the contract management
process .
, Question 4
The Cox supplier relationship model integrates
which two theories to analyse supplier relationships?
A. Agency theory and Stewardship theory
B. Transaction-based theory (TBT) and Resource-
based theory (RBT)
C. Systems theory and Contingency theory
D. Stakeholder theory and Legitimacy theory
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The Cox Supplier Relationship Model
integrates the Transaction-based theory (TBT) and
the Resource-based theory (RBT) to analyse and
enhance supplier relationships .
Question 5
In the context of supplier relationship management,
what does the term "keiretsu" refer to?
A. A legal contract between buyer and supplier
B. A close-knit network of suppliers that
continuously learn and improve with their parent