Advanced Diploma in Logistics & Supply Chain Management

The Advanced Diploma in Logistics & Supply Chain Management has been developed by the London School of Business and Finance (LSBF) as a progression route for students aiming for a Higher Education qualification in the subject area, and/or for students aiming for a career in business and management.

The aim of the Advanced Diploma in Logistics & Supply Chain Management is to provide students with the opportunity to further develop Logistics & Supply Chain Management knowledge based on practical skills gained through successful completion of the LSBF Diploma in Logistics & Supply Chain Management. Holders of the Advanced Diploma will be able to demonstrate detailed knowledge and critical understanding of the major theories in business and management, and of the way in which those theories have developed.

The Advanced Diploma in Logistics & Supply Chain Management aims to provide students:

• To develop students’ competence and practical skills in Logistics & Supply Chain Management

• To lay the foundation for future pathway and continuing professional development.

• It is a practical business management program with a focus on managing the flow of materials, people and services, to satisfy customer demand.

• To provide students with up-to-date information on the latest and most effective logistics technology tools.

• The knowledge and skills that will enable them to follow a career in all areas of Logistics & Supply Chain Management and a wide range of careers in business and management.

At the end of this course, students will:

• Demonstrate relevant Logistics & Supply Chain Management knowledge and understanding of organizations, the external environment in which they operate and how they are managed.
• Demonstrate an understanding of international Logistics and Supply Chain Management, including the integration of information and decisions on transportation, inventory, material flow, and resources.
• Identify the organization’s strength and industry position and understand the externals factors that may influence that position.
• Understand the roles of purchasing, materials management and supply management in the realm of logistics and supply chain management.
• Evaluate the different modes of transportation and the different strategies shippers adopt in global transportation. Transport logistics is one of the most critical aspects of business logistics to satisfy customer demands.
• Ability to conduct applied research leading to a project report by applying the knowledge; skills and perspectives gained.