Advanced Diploma in Logistics and Supply Chain Management

Course details

Logistics management connects various functions and organizations together in a supply chain system that includes cross-functional and inter-organizational activities. It is essential to understand the important role of logistics and its integration into the entire business process in a supply chain context. Hence critical thinking and interdisciplinary approaches are needed to understand the management of logistics and supply chain and know to use/apply the knowledge and skills in real-life business challenges.

PROGRAMME INFORMATION 

The Diploma and Advanced Diploma in Logistics & Supply Chain Management are designed to equip students with the knowledge and vital skills of Logistics & Supply Chain Management in today’s global society. The programmes are suitable for students who are interested in pursuing a career in supply chain management or in logistics related areas like transportation, physical distribution, warehousing, materials and inventory management, purchasing, manufacturing, retailing and information linkages for industries.

COURSE OBJECTIVES

The broad aims of the programme are:

• Acquire the knowledge of various business and/or operation functions necessary to pursue a business career and obtain a tertiary qualification with possible fields of specialisation;
• Develop the critical awareness and understanding of the principal functions of logistics and supply chain management, operations management, international management and financial resources management;
• Integrate theories on managing supply chain operations (stemming from logistics and operations management frameworks) within the context of global business management
• Understand how logistics and supply chain management are interrelated to contemporary social issues;
• Demonstrate business and academic research skills;
• Write business reports and utilise appropriate academic writing skills in English
• Demonstrate effective self-management and organisational management practices at a tactical level within a quality focused context
• Increase their understanding, judgement and problem solving skills

MODE OF DELIVERY

This course is wholly delivered in Singapore. Students will have access to local lecturers and resources provided by Nanyang Institute of Management.  There will be a combination of lectures, tutorials, workshops, seminars and presentations. Students may also be given additional work to complete outside of scheduled classes. Resources and materials provided for students will include lecture notes and references for further reading in books, publication, articles and websites.

ENTRY REQUIREMENT

• 18 years old at the time of application
• Diploma qualification or equivalent
• IELTS 5.5 or equivalent
• Students who do not meet the minimum English Language proficiency requirments are required to pass the English Proficiency Test

ASSESSMENT & AWARDS

Assessment for most modules comprise of coursework, tutorials, tests and written examinations. The coursework may include tests, practical assignments, research projects and/or tutorial participation.

Upon passing all 8 modules, a student will be awarded the Nanyang Institute of Management Advanced Diploma in Logistics and Supply Chain Management.