Program Overview

Core Concepts in Logistics, Operations and Supply Chain Management

Overview

The Core Concepts in Logistics, Operations and Supply Chain Management online professional course is designed to explore the complex relationship between logistics, operations, and supply chain management. This course delves into how these areas come together to ensure processes flow smoothly, with a focus on the role of sustainability in the future of supply chain management.

Course Details

• Location: Online
• Mode of study: Part-time
• Qualification: Online professional course (20 credits)
• Study duration: 13 weeks
• Start date: Available in April, July, and October
• Awarding body: University of Essex
• Delivered by: Kaplan Open Learning

Course Structure

The course covers a range of topics, including:

• The fundamental framework and practicality of supply chain management, logistics, and operations
• Sustainability in relation to supply chain management, logistics, and operations
• The strategic role of logistics and supply chain management
• Conceptualising supply chain management, logistics, and operations
• Understanding the global context of supply chain management, logistics, and operations
• Purchasing, supply chain management, and manufacturing systems
• Marketing concepts and instruments in supply chain management and international trade
• Functions in production and logistics
• Models for operations, logistics, and supply chain management
• Quality management and supply chain management
• Operations management
• Modern slavery in global supply chains, operations, and logistics
• Actionable sustainability in supply chain management, operations, and logistics
• Future trends in supply chain management, logistics, and operations

Learning and Assessments

Teaching Methods

The course is delivered through a virtual learning environment, providing access to study materials 24/7, including:

• Multimedia lecturecasts
• Discussion forums
• Live Q&A sessions with tutors
• A comprehensive eLibrary of textbooks and academic journals
• Support from academic staff and a dedicated Student Support team

Assessment Methods

Assessments are exclusively through assignments, including:

• Assessed discussion forums
• Written assignments
• Journal entries With a commitment to frequent and transparent feedback, assessment criteria are designed to be simple and transparent.

Entry Requirements

• No formal qualifications or experience are necessary.
• A high proficiency in English is required, equivalent to an IELTS (Academic) score of 6.5.
• A free online English test is available for those who do not hold an IELTS or equivalent qualification.

Fees and Funding

• Full tuition fee: ｣1,386 UK / ｣1,455 International
• Alumni discount of 10% available for previous graduates of the University of Essex or University of Essex Online.
• A 14-day money-back guarantee is offered.

Graduation and Future Opportunities

Upon completion, students have the opportunity to progress to further study, such as the PG Cert Supply Chain Management and Global Logistics, PG Dip Supply Chain and Global Logistics, or the full MSc Supply Chain Management and Global Logistics. The course prepares students to enter or progress within the high-demand industry of supply chain management, developing transferable skills applicable across various industries.