Supply Chain Management Diploma

Learning Outcomes

The successful completion of this course , the learner should be able to;

• Understand how the supply chain works,
• Explain why a strong/efficient supply chain is beneficial.
• Discuss the relationship between supply chain management and logistics
• List activities involved in logistics,
• Explain important current trends in logistics and the organisation,
• Discuss the aims and importance of logistics from a contemporary corporate perspective.
• Explore strategic decision making and the importance/role of a workable logistics strategy.
• Understand the concept of aggregate planning along with a series of effective and important methods for accurate forecasting.
• Explore wide variety of core procurement concepts
• Understand manufacturing costs and logistical interface requirements.
• Explore the development of distribution strategies
• Understand what is inventory management
• Explore the management of physical transport or logistics
• Describe various activities involved in warehousing & material handling
• Discuss the use of Information technology in supply Chain
• Explore supply chain systems design
• Investigate supply chain performance measurement

Course Syllabus:

This Supply Chain Management - Diploma course consists of following modules:

Module 1 - Introduction to Supply Chain Management

Module 2 - Logistics in Supply Chain Management

Module 3 - Logistics Strategy & Operations

Module 4 - Planning & Sourcing Operations

Module 5 - Procurement Operations

Module 6 - Manufacturing & Delivery Operations

Module 7 - Market Distribution in the Supply Chain

Module 8 - Inventory Management

Module 9 - Transport Management

Module 10 - Warehousing & Material Handling

Module 11 - Using Information Technology in Supply Chain

Module 12 - Supply Chain Systems Design

Module 13 - Supply Chain Performance Measurement

Course Benefits:

• Full Tutor Support
• Self paced, no fixed schedules
• Available to students anywhere in the world
• 24/7 Access to the LMS ( Learning Management System )
• Easy to understand quality e-learning study materials
• The benefit of applying for NUS extra Discount Card.

Course Material

All course materials are included in the course price. All your study material will be available on our learning management system for which you will get access once you are enrolled. The material can be downloaded and printed as well.

Our distance learning course materials are specially written for home study and contain a wealth of knowledge in easy to understand language. We use variety of media to help you learn. Your course may use any of the following different media which you can use from home or where ever you choose to study:

• Online course materials
• Question papers
• Additional Supporting Material
• Useful Links

Course assessment

You will be continually assessed throughout the course. Your assignment will be marked by your tutor and independently moderated. The feedback on your assignment will then be sent to you. On receipt of this, you may wish to contact your tutor to discuss the feedback.

Tutor Support

When you enrol on a course with Staff Training Solutions you are allocated your personal tutor. Tutor’s help and support will be available throughout your studies with the college. He/she will assess your work and will provide you with regular feedback on your progress.