Award in Logistics and Supply Chain Operations

Program Description

The Award in Logistics and Supply Chain Operations is a comprehensive one-year program designed to equip learners with the essential skills and knowledge needed to thrive in the dynamic logistics and supply chain industry. This transformative program covers a wide range of topics, including procurement, inventory management, transportation, warehousing, supply chain planning, and professional communication. Learners engage in practical, industry-relevant activities that incorporate real-world scenarios and best practices, ensuring they can effectively apply their learning. A key component of the program is the apprenticeship model where learners gain hands-on experience under the mentorship of seasoned professionals in logistics and supply chain operations. This award, comprising 29 credits, enhances career prospects while serving as a direct pathway to the Logistics and Supply Chain Operations Diploma program. By mastering the art of managing supply chain activities, optimizing logistics processes, and ensuring efficient movement of goods and services, learners are well-prepared to make a significant impact within organizations and contribute to operational excellence.

Program Learning Outcomes

1. Discuss core principles, methodologies, workflows, records, and technologies pertinent to procurement, logistics, supply chain management, financial planning, and professional communication.

2. Demonstrate practical competencies in procurement, transportation, warehousing, inventory oversight, financial management, and communication, while upholding industry best practices, legal standards, and ethical conduct, to adeptly oversee logistics and supply chain operations.

3. Assess the influence of internal and external variables on financial planning, drawing from current insights, effective communication strategies, proposals, operational procedures, technological solutions, quantitative data, and the expenses associated with inventory control, transportation, and warehousing to optimize supply chain effectiveness.

4. Oversee business proposals, reports, communication protocols, and product quality throughout the supply, production, and distribution networks.

5. Construct and deliver a comprehensive strategy and presentation encompassing transportation, warehousing, inventory, budgetary considerations, and supply chain activities, ensuring adherence to ethical guidelines and regulatory mandates to bolster supply chain performance and streamline business communication.

Completion Requirements

Students seeking the Award in Logistics and Supply Chain Operations qualification must successfully complete 29 credits in the mandatory units plus:

  1.  On Job Training (LSA 130 and LSA 131) - 0CH.
  2. General English for Certificate (ESP 0103) - 0CH.
  3. Workplace English for Certificate (GEC 0103) - 0CH.
Logistics and Supply Chain Operations Core Courses
Required Credits : 29
LSA 100Participate in supply chain operations4
LSA 101Supervise and monitor storage operations4
LSA 102Monitor procurement and supply operations4
LSA 103Perform ports and shipping operations4
LSA 104Use effective business communications4
LSA 105Develop knowledge of supplier operations 3
LSA 106Monitor inventory operations6
LSA 130On job training 10
LSA 131On job training 20

Recommended Sequence of Study

Plan of Study Grid
Year 1
Semester 1Credit Hours
LSA 100 Participate in supply chain operations 4
LSA 101 Supervise and monitor storage operations 4
LSA 102 Monitor procurement and supply operations 4
LSA 103 Perform ports and shipping operations 4
LSA 130 On job training 1 0
 Credit Hours16
Semester 2
LSA 104 Use effective business communications 4
LSA 105 Develop knowledge of supplier operations 3
LSA 106 Monitor inventory operations 6
LSA 131 On job training 2 0
 Credit Hours13
 Total Credit Hours29