What kind of qualification will I receive upon completing the Diploma In Logistics and Supply Chain Management - Level 5 Level 6? - Level 5 Level 6 Diploma In Logistics and Supply Chain Management

Upon completing the Diploma In Logistics and Supply Chain Management - Level 5 + Level 6 , students will receive a Professional qualification .

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Core modules and themes from the Level 5 + Level 6 Diploma In Logistics and Supply Chain Management:

• Principles and Concepts of Strategy — Simply put, strategy is about putting a business in the best place possible to gain competitive advantage in its target market. However, to achieve competitive advantage requires research, analysis, interpretation and strategic decision making. The aim of this unit is to develop learner’s knowledge and skills, so they are in a strong position to contribute to an organisation’s strategy development and implementation.
• Procurement and Inventory Management — Two key features of all supply chains are procurement and inventory management. Stock needs to be acquired then effectively and efficiently managed so that the requirements of internal or external customers can be met. The aim of this unit is, therefore, to develop a learner’s understanding of the role of these related functions in a cost effective and resource efficient supply chain.
• Contract and Financial Management — Due to the complexity of supply chains it is necessary to have in place effective contract and financial management arrangements. The aim of this unit is to help learners explore the importance to those who manage supply chains of, initially, ensuring there are no contractual or financial weak leaks which could have a negative impact, whilst helping to ensure all contract and financial arrangements benefit the supply chain being managed.
• Global Context of Supply Chains — The continuing evolution and expansion of globalisation has resulted in supply chains becoming more complex and diverse due to the concept that the world is a smaller place in a business and economic context. The aim of this unit is to locate in the minds of learners the key globalisation factors which impact supply chains and how global supply chains can be established and managed.
• Principles and Concepts of Supply Chain Management — It does not matter whether a business’s supply chain is located in the same country or extends into a global environment, the principles and concepts of supply chain management (SCM) remain the same. The aim of this unit is to introduce key supply chain management (SCM) concepts and principles which will help learners to understand how to lead and manage the complexities and barriers associated with supply chains.
• Contemporary Issues in Supply Chain Management — The environment in which supply chains exist are constantly changing. However, there are external factors which dominate how contemporary supply chains are managed. The aim of this unit is to introduce these factors so that learners gain a greater appreciation of the relationship between supply chains and technology, the natural environment, global economies and risk management.
• Entrepreneurship Development — The aim of this unit is to enable students to explore entrepreneurial cultural and industrial growth to prepare to set up and manage their own small units.
• Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management — This unit aims to allow the student to develop an appreciation of the issues to be addressed when dealing with the complexities of managing the global sourcing of materials and components, the globalisation of manufacturing operations, and meeting the needs of the global customer.
• International Logistics Management — This unit focuses on the strategic, value-adding role of logistics in supply networks. The unit aims to provide students with an understanding of all key areas within logistics from an international perspective.
• Project Management — The aim of this module is to familiarise the students with the various aspects of projects and guidelines relevant to project planning, analysis, financing, selection, implementation and review.

Check you are a strong match before you apply:

• This Level 5 + Level 6 Diploma qualification has been designed to be accessible without artificial barriers that restrict access and progression. The programme welcomes learners from diverse academic and professional backgrounds. Applicants will be expected to meet one or more of the following criteria:
• Learners who have demonstrated academic ability and possess qualifications at Level 4, such as Higher National Certificates (HNC), foundation degrees, or equivalent vocational or professional awards; and/or OR
• Learners who possess a qualification at Level 5 or an equivalent professional qualification; OR
• Learners with relevant managerial or professional work experience, who can demonstrate ambition with clear career goals; In certain circumstances, learners with considerable experience but no formal qualifications may be considered, subject to interview and being able to demonstrate their ability to cope with the academic demands of the programme. The qualification is offered in English.

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