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Price
£12 inc VAT
Study method
Online
Duration
200 hours · Self-paced
Qualification
No formal qualification
CPD
60 CPD hours / points
Achievement
Additional info
  • Exam(s) / assessment(s) is included in price
  • Tutor is available to students

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Overview

Supply Chain Management Course

Certificate in Supply Chain Management QLS Level 3. Additional CPD Accredited Certificate Supply Chain Management with 60 CPD points available with no extra study. This Supply Chain Management course comes with easy to understand e-learning study materials.

Supply Chain Management Course

Endorsed Certificate of achievement This exclusive Level 3 Certificate in Supply Chain Management provides candidates with an engaging introduction to this rewarding profession. Our innovative digital learning platform can be accessed from anywhere in the world, with no time restrictions or deadlines to worry about. Explore the importance of supply chain efficiency for the modern business, along with inventory management, transport management and an introduction to procurement, production and delivery. Study the everyday responsibilities of the professional supply chain manager.

Supply Chain Management play a vital role in managing ongoing daily operations in organisations, Logistics management and supply chain are about creating efficient systems for the flow of materials, information, manufacturing process and other services from the raw materials right through to the final product as it reaches to the customers.

The Level 3 Certificate in Supply Chain Management course begins with the introduction to the Logistics and supply chain management. The role of the professional logistics manager is also discussed thoroughly. Highlights of the course include; logistics management, key importance of logistics management, procurement, processing and delivery procedures, other main topics include; supply chain metrics, evaluation or analysis of logistics performance.

This self-paced programme is available 24/7 providing you with the flexibility to train at the pace, location and time of your choosing. Accredited certificate from a registered awarding body can be claimed on course completion. College registration, tutor support, course materials and additional supporting material are all included in the course fee.

Quality Licence Scheme

This Supply Chain Management course is endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme. The Quality Licence Scheme, endorses high-quality, non-regulated provision and training programmes.

Achievement

CPD

60 CPD hours / points
Accredited by The CPD Standards Office

Course media

Description

Supply Chain Management Course

As businesses at all levels become increasingly-dependent on outsourcing, supply chains are becoming more complex by the day. To such an extent that even the smallest businesses no longer operate independently, but instead count on third parties to facilitate their everyday operations. Or to put it another way, all businesses are dependent on countless other businesses to function. The more complex the supply chain becomes, the greater the capacity for problems and inefficiencies to creep into the equation. Precisely why organisations worldwide place enormous value on the skills, knowledge and competencies of the qualified supply chain manager.

Learning Outcomes

The successful completion of this Level 3 Certificate in Supply Chain Management course , the learner should be able to;

  • Understand how the supply chain works,
  • Explain why a strong/efficient supply chain is beneficial.
  • Discuss the relationship between supply chain management and logistics
  • List activities involved in logistics,
  • Explain important current trends in logistics and the organisation,
  • Discuss the aims and importance of logistics from a contemporary corporate perspective.
  • Explore strategic decision making and the importance/role of a workable logistics strategy.
  • Understand the concept of aggregate planning along with a series of effective and important methods for accurate forecasting.
  • Explore wide variety of core procurement concepts
  • Understand manufacturing costs and logistical interface requirements.
  • Explore the development of distribution strategies
  • Understand what is inventory management
  • Explore the management of physical transport or logistics
  • Describe various activities involved in warehousing & material handling
  • Discuss the use of Information technology in supply Chain
  • Explore supply chain systems design

Course Syllabus

This Supply Chain Management Level 3 Course Consists of the following units:

Unit 1- Basic Concepts of Supply Chain Management

This Supply Chain Management unit covers the following key topics:

  • Defining Supply Chain
  • What is Supply Chain Management
  • Basic Supply Chain – Physical Movements
  • The Structure of a Supply Chain
  • Benefits of Supply Chains
  • Plus More

Unit 2- Supply Chain Operations: Planning and Sourcing

This Supply Chain Management unit covers the following key topics:

  • Planning & Sourcing Operations
  • Demand Forecasting and Planning
  • Forecasting Methods

Unit 3- Procurement Strategies

This Supply Chain Management unit covers the following key topics:

  • Purchasing and Procurement
  • Importance of Procurement
  • Aims of Procurement
  • Organisation of Procurement
  • Choosing Suppliers

Unit 4- Operations For Manufacturing and Delivery

This Supply Chain Management unit covers the following key topics:

  • Manufacturing & Delivery Operations
  • Delivery Scheduling
  • Returns Processing

Unit 5- Supply Chain Management: Inventory Management

This Supply Chain Management unit covers the following key topics:

  • Inventory Management
  • Buffering Supply and Demand Plus more
  • Types of Stock
  • Costs of Carrying Stock

Unit 6- Transportation Management System

This Supply Chain Management unit covers the following key topics:

  • Transport Rate
  • Mode of Transport
  • Intermodal Transport

Course Benefits:

  • Full Tutor Support
  • Self paced, no fixed schedules
  • Available to students anywhere in the world
  • 24/7 Access to the LMS (Learning Management System)
  • Easy to understand quality e-learning study materials

Course Material

All course materials are included in the course price. All your study material will be available on our learning management system for which you will get access once you are enrolled. The material can be downloaded and printed as well.

Our distance learning course materials are specially written for home study and contain a wealth of knowledge in easy to understand language. We use variety of media to help you learn. Your Supply Chain Management Level 3 course may use any of the following different media which you can use from home or where ever you choose to study:

  • Online course materials
  • Question papers
  • Additional Supporting Material
  • Useful Links

Course assessment

You will be continually assessed throughout the Supply Chain Management Level 3 course. Your assignment will be marked by your tutor and independently moderated. The feedback on your assignment will then be sent to you. On receipt of this, you may wish to contact your tutor to discuss the feedback.

Tutor Support

When you enrol on a Supply Chain Management Level 3 course with CPD courses you are allocated your personal tutor. Tutor’s help and support will be available throughout your studies with the college. He/she will assess your work and will provide you with regular feedback on your progress.

Who is this course for?

Supply Chain Management Course

  • Applicants looking for an accredited certificate
  • Candidates wishing to upgrade their knowledge in supply chain and logistics
  • Candidates interested in a career change
  • Existing supply chain workers seeking promotion
  • Logistics managers looking to expand skills, knowledge and abilities

Requirements

Supply Chain Management Course

There is no particular entry requirement.

Option 1

Supply Chain Management Certificate QLS Level 3 endorsed by Quality Licence Scheme

Certificate Fee: £85 + postal charges

Option 2

Supply Chain Management Certificate issued by CPD

PDF Certificate - FREE

Hard copy - £25 + postal charges

Option 3

CPD Accredited Certificate

(PDF format)=£30

(Hard copy)=£75 + postal charges

*Postage Charges: National £9, International £15

Career path

Supply Chain Management Course

Various roles in supply chain management include;

  • Purchasing manager,
  • Production assistant,
  • Consultant,
  • Materials manager,
  • Warehouse manager
  • Supply chain manager
  • Operation manager

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Study method describes the format in which the course will be delivered. At Reed Courses, courses are delivered in a number of ways, including online courses, where the course content can be accessed online remotely, and classroom courses, where courses are delivered in person at a classroom venue.

CPD stands for Continuing Professional Development. If you work in certain professions or for certain companies, your employer may require you to complete a number of CPD hours or points, per year. You can find a range of CPD courses on Reed Courses, many of which can be completed online.

A regulated qualification is delivered by a learning institution which is regulated by a government body. In England, the government body which regulates courses is Ofqual. Ofqual regulated qualifications sit on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF), which can help students understand how different qualifications in different fields compare to each other. The framework also helps students to understand what qualifications they need to progress towards a higher learning goal, such as a university degree or equivalent higher education award.

An endorsed course is a skills based course which has been checked over and approved by an independent awarding body. Endorsed courses are not regulated so do not result in a qualification - however, the student can usually purchase a certificate showing the awarding body's logo if they wish. Certain awarding bodies - such as Quality Licence Scheme and TQUK - have developed endorsement schemes as a way to help students select the best skills based courses for them.