Level
Level 5
Business & ManagementUndergraduate
Level 5 Extended Diploma in Logistics and Supply Chain Management
Complete Level 4 and Level 5 in one 240 credit logistics and supply chain route, then progress towards final year Top-Up study while building operations, procurement and global supply chain capability.
Course snapshot
Flexible study with guidance and progression support.
Credits
240 Credits
Delivery
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Start Date
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Duration
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Verified qualification facts
Official title
OTHM Level 5 Extended Diploma in Logistics and Supply Chain Management
Awarding organisation
OTHM
Qualification number
610/0334/7
Framework status
RQF qualification
Overview
Course overview
The Level 5 Extended Diploma in Logistics and Supply Chain Management is a 240 credit pathway that combines Level 4 and Level 5 study into one undergraduate route. It is designed as a 2 year degree pathway accelerator for learners who want to complete the equivalent of the first two years of a UK business, logistics or supply chain degree before progressing towards a final year Top-Up where accepted. The programme develops practical and academic knowledge across business operations, procurement, inventory, warehousing, transportation, supplier relationships, global supply chains, project planning, leadership and sustainability.
Who It’s For
Suitable for different learner profiles.
Learners seeking a combined Level 4 and Level 5 logistics and supply chain management route
Students preparing for final year logistics, operations, procurement or business Top-Up study
Career starters who want a strong foundation in supply chain coordination and operations
Adult learners moving into logistics, warehouse, procurement, transport or operations support roles
Learners who want to save time and money compared with a traditional three year degree pathway
Learning Outcomes
What you’ll learn.
Academic writing, research and study skills for logistics and business
Business environment and organisational context
Principles of logistics and supply chain management
Procurement, supplier relationships and purchasing practice
Inventory, warehousing and distribution coordination
Transport, freight and global movement of goods
Operations management and project planning
Supply chain risk, quality and service improvement
Sustainable logistics and ethical supply chain practice
Strategic supply chain management and final year research preparation
Progression
Progression and career outcomes.
May support progression to a relevant Level 6 or final-year degree route, subject to acceptance by the receiving institution.
Possible career outcomes
Logistics CoordinatorSupply Chain AssistantProcurement AssistantWarehouse Operations AssistantTransport Planning AssistantInventory Control AssistantOperations Support AssistantLogistics and Supply Chain Manager Trainee
Course Guidance
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