Diploma in Logistics Management

Compulsory:

• Strategic Analysis & Decision Making

Advanced Diploma in Logistics & Operations Management

Compulsory:

• Business Research Project

Elective Subjects
(choose 5 for the Diploma, all will be studied for the Advanced Diploma)

• Purchasing & Inventory Management
• Channels of Distribution
• International Transportation
• Transportation Carrier Management
• Warehouse Management
• Operations Management
• Supply Chain Management
• Logistics Technology

The Business Research Project is a group semester assignment. Groups should comprise no more than five (5) people. The students are advised to use the same group for the minor case and the BRP if they are offered in the region.Each group is to submit three progress reports during the course of the BRP.

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Strategic analysis is concerned with understanding the strategic position of the organisation. From a business perspective, competition refers to rivalry among firms operating in a market to fill the same customer’s needs. Competition is a basic essential in the free enterprise system. The term competition defies true definition because the view of competition held by different groups varies. This term will be addressed in context with the ability of a logistician to deliver on what the company promises.

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Almost every international shipment travels on more than one mode form its origin to its destination. Recent efforts have attempted to reduce transit times and costs by increasing the various modes compatibility and by trying new mode communications. This module will prepare students to develop an understanding of shipping documentation, processes and configuration of shipping networks, from the time orders are processed to the time letters of credit are sent to the bank for negotiation until the ultimate arrival of goods. read more »

The Supply Chain is a complex network of links and feedback loops, particularly in term of its communication and information flow – shaped at each step by advances in engineering and information technology. The sheer magnitude of product variety and volume makes complex analysis, the use of information and logistics technology, and the strategic management of the Supply Chain essential. read more »

Designed for students interested in the transportation of goods and services and the application of modern methods to solve operational problems in this area of increasing importance in the world economy. Employment opportunities include distribution or delivery scheduling, international freight forwarding and shipping.

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Adequate inventory is critical in ensuring the continuity of operations within any industry. However, inventory investment can be a very expensive affair. The direct costs of carrying inventory depress profits and ties up much needed finance. Only through effective inventory management can we provide this support without over-committing the organisation’s funds. Purchasing & Inventory Management (PIM) is past gaining prominence as a key area in ensuring competitiveness and is considered more and more to be a professional area where relevant skills and expertise are important.

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Channel decisions are among the most critical decisions facing management. The company’s chosen channels intimately affect other marketing decisions. The company’s pricing depends on whether it uses mass merchandisers or high-quality boutiques. The firm’s sales force and advertising decisions depend on how much training and motivation the channel partner requires. In addition, the company’s channel decisions involve relatively long-term commitments to other firms. When an automobile manufacturer signs up independent dealers sell its automobiles, the manufacturer cannot buy them out the next day and replace them with company-owned outlets.

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The Warehouse or Distribution Centre is as critical, if not more so, as any other department in an organisation. Its contents alone can account for as much as 90% of the total operating capital of the company.

This course aims to help participants have a better understanding or contribute more towards the efficiency and productivity of this crucial are by explaining its importance in respect to the total organisation and upgrading by the technical skills of the participants.

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Affording an opportunity for continuing education, this course covers pertinent topics for executives in any industry. This module also gives the student a chance to profit form the collective expertise and experience of peers in the industry.

This subject aims to demonstrate to students that there is always a better way of doing a given task. Operations Management trains a person to think critically and question existing methods, systems and standards with a view of finding more efficient and cost effective methods of completing that task.

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