Higher Diploma in Logistics and Supply Chain Management

Principles of Management

The aim of this module is to provide students with an introduction to the principles and practices of management. Students will learn how to examine the nature of managerial work including strategy, operations and project management, control, ethics, structures and culture, organisational power, groups and teams, individual performance and stress, social responsibility and change management.

Quantitative method

This course introduces the basic concept of quantitative approaches to decision making. It introduces students to basic concepts of and methods of qualitative methods used by Management. Enables students to understand how to collate and present data, apply and range of statistical and operations research techniques.

Principles of Accounting

This module introduces students to the foundation and understanding of the principles and concepts of Accounting. Students will be exposed to the application of these accounting concepts in the preparation of financial statements for use by individuals, business, non-profit organisations and government institutions. Students will also be developing expertise in using these accounting principles and concepts in their analytical approach to financial problem-solving.

Principles of Economics

The module is an introduction to basic economic principles and concepts and how they apply to the business environment.  It introduces students to the global economy and reviews both the national and the global market. It establishes the framework for future courses by providing students with an overview of fundamental micro and macroeconomic concepts.

Principles of Marketing

This course seeks to equip students with an understanding of the role of marketing. It outlines the fundamental principles, concepts and techniques.  It provides students with the opportunity examine marketing theories and approaches and the value of marketing management in achieving corporate success in an increasing competitive business environment.

Data Analytics

This module will introduce students to the concepts and methods of business information technology and its application to practical business situations.  The goal is to help students to learn how to use and manage information technologies, conduct electronic commerce, improve decision-making, and gain competitive advantage in the marketplace.  It therefore emphasizes on the role of Internet technologies as a technology platform for electronic business, commerce, and collaboration within and among corporations.

Introduction to Logistics

This module focuses international Logistics and Supply Chain Management, key of which involves the integration of information and strategic decisions on transportation, inventory, material flow, and resources

Supply Chain Management

This module focuses on international Logistics and Supply Chain Management, key of which involves the integration of information and decisions on transportation, inventory, material flow, and resources. 

Operations Management

This module will provide students with a thorough background in the areas of management information systems (MIS) and operations management (OM). The main topics of discussion include the decision processes, information and decision technologies, information strategy, operations management and operations research. The module maintains a good balance between theoretical and practical aspects and encourages students to achieve expertise in both parts.

Warehouse Management

This module introduces students to the functions and activities in the warehouse covering receipt, storage and movement of raw materials or finished goods to intermediate storage locations or to final customer in a multi-echelon model of distribution. The objective of warehousing management  is to help in optimal cost of timely order fulfilment by managing the resources and inventory economically.

International Shipping Management

This module introduces students to the process and procedures of transporting freight by sea and air.  The coverage also provides students with the necessary knowledge and insights into shipping terms and import export documentation with a focus on international and local contents.

Business Logistics Strategy

This module focuses on identifying the organization’s strength and industry position and understanding the externals factors that may influence that position. It concerns strategic decisions about choice of products and technologies to meet the needs of customers and wants, competitive advantage and exploiting or creating new opportunities.

International Purchasing Management

This module focuses on the roles of purchasing and materials management or supply management in the realm of logistics and supply chain management. Students will have the knowledge and understanding of the acquisition processes, evaluation and selection of suppliers, quality and strategic cost management.

Global Distribution Management

This module introduces 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.

Business Law

This module will provide students with the general knowledge and understanding of the fundamentals of business law in Singapore. It covers major topics discussed in business law courses providing clear examples and simplified cases.  The module contains many practical points and common clauses when drafting a contract.

Strategic Management

This module introduces the student to the theory and practice of strategic management, and the holistic way in which it draws upon a wide variety of managerial functions in its creation.  It will provide students with an understanding of the key concepts, theories and process integral to the strategic management of organisations.