International Postgraduate Diploma in Supply Chain Management
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Duration
9 Months
Pedagogy
Online
International Postgraduate Diploma in Supply Chain Management
International Postgraduate Diploma In Supply Chain Management is designed to fit around work and personal commitments. World-class teaching is delivered via pre-recorded online lectures to enrich the learning experience. MSBM has perfected the art of delivering practical management education. Our practice-based approach focuses on addressing real-world business problems.
Focusing on practical experience, the course goes beyond traditional lectures, incorporating real-world scenarios, business simulations, and 100% project-based learning. This hands-on approach enables participants to apply new skills in a safe setting before transitioning to real-world situations.
International Postgraduate Diploma In Supply Chain Management allows you to achieve the qualification in 9 months. It is a fast track to new opportunities and enhanced career prospects.
This programme aims to deliver a practical and realistic skill-based study programme to enhance your understanding of the supply chain and logistics function, its challenges and key strategies for success, which in turn is supported by appropriate reference to theoretical and conceptual analysis.
Accreditation
All MSBM courses are accredited by the relevant partners and awarding bodies. Please refer to MSBM accreditation in about us for more details.
University Progression
University Top-upOn completion of this course, students have the opportunity to complete a Master degree programme from Partner University. The top-up programme can be studied online or on campus. The top-up comprises the final 60 credits which consist of either a dissertation or a dissertation and one module.
(The course tuition fee listed above does NOT include the top-up fee)
University Progression
Click here to see University routes and fee information for progression.
Entry requirement
For entry onto the International Postgraduate Diploma (IPGD) in Supply Chain Management qualification, learners must possess:
- An honours degree in a related subject or the UK level 6 diploma or equivalent overseas qualification, i.e. Bachelors Degree or Higher National Diploma.
OR
- Mature learners (over 25) with at least five years of management experience if they do not possess the above qualification (this is reviewed on a case-by-case basis).
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What you'll learn
Module 1
ASSIGNMENT & STUDY GUIDELINES
This module provides the most critical information about the study course and assignment submission.
Module 2
ADVANCED PROJECT AND LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT
The aim of this unit is to allow the learner to understand concepts of portfolio management and the associated features. The value of having a Project Management Office will also be examined and the stages of establishing an effective project management office will be considered. Learners will also examine the supply chain ecosystem and review IT frameworks appropriate for logistics and supply chain complexities.
Module 3
GLOBAL BUSINESS ENTERPRISES
This comprehensive module combines various learning approaches including interactive content, practical exercises, and engaging resources. You'll find carefully curated materials designed to enhance your understanding and skills through a mix of theoretical concepts and hands-on practice. Each component has been structured to ensure an effective and engaging learning experience.
Module 4
PLANNING, CONTROLLING AND LEADING A PROJECT
This unit aims to introduce learners to the realities of developing and managing a project. It will also introduce learners to the challenges of project management practice in the global business arena. It aims to promote thinking critically about project management as complex, process-based cultural systems and as constantly developing with the high performing team efforts. As an increasing number of firms have project development and project management activities, understanding efficient project management is of vital importance. Learners will learn about the roles and responsibilities of project team members. Various level of management skills will be studied with a special focus on success factors, monitoring and control.
Module 5
OPERATIONS SUSTAINABILITY
This comprehensive module combines various learning approaches including interactive content, practical exercises, and engaging resources. You'll find carefully curated materials designed to enhance your understanding and skills through a mix of theoretical concepts and hands-on practice. Each component has been structured to ensure an effective and engaging learning experience.
Module 6
PROCUREMENT MANAGEMENT
The module seeks to provide learners with a thorough understanding of procurement and supply management from a strategic, technological, process and relationship perspective. The goal is to provide insights on the role of procurement within supply chain management, the tools and techniques to assess sourcing options, the negotiation and contractual issues encountered with suppliers, effective supplier relationship management and technological enablers in procurement.
Module 7
RESEARCH METHODS
The aim of this module is to develop learners’ understanding of research principles including the formulation of research proposals, literature reviews, referencing, data collection using interviews and surveys, questionnaire design, statistical analysing using SPSS, qualitative data, and methods for drawing conclusions from the analysed data.
Module 8
GRADUATION PROJECT
This comprehensive module combines various learning approaches including interactive content, practical exercises, and engaging resources. You'll find carefully curated materials designed to enhance your understanding and skills through a mix of theoretical concepts and hands-on practice. Each component has been structured to ensure an effective and engaging learning experience.
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The course content was exactly what I needed. The structured learning approach and practical examples helped me develop new skills that I use every day.
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