Level 7 Award in Supply Chain Management

Level 7 Award in Supply Chain Management

Certificate of achievement in Supply Chain Management Level 7. Additional CPD Accredited Certificate with 210 CPD points available with no extra study. The course comes with easy to understand e-learning study materials.

Endorsed Supply Chain Management Diploma of Achievement. This exclusive Level 7 Professional Diploma in Supply Chain Management provides ambitious candidates with an intensive, comprehensive introduction to this extraordinary profession. Explore the chief responsibilities of successful supply chain managers, along with an overview of supply chain operations, market distribution in the supply chain, how information technology is revolutionising Supply Chain Management, the establishment of effective transport management systems, material handling and warehouse logistics, enterprise supply chain systems and so much more besides. Study Professional Diploma in Supply Chain Management from home with no deadlines to worry about, under the watch of your own personally-assigned tutor from start to finish!

Quality Licence Scheme

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

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.

Supply Chain Management - Learning Outcomes

The successful completion of this Level 7 Diploma 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

Supply Chain Management - Course Syllabus

This Supply Chain Management Level 7 Course Consists of the following units:

Module 1 - Introduction to Supply Chain Management

• Defining Supply Chain
• What is Supply Chain Management
• Basic Supply Chain – Physical Movements

Module 2 - Logistics in Supply Chain Management

• Activities Involved In Logistics
• Organising Logistics
• Aims of Logistics

Module 3 - Logistics Strategy & Operations

• Strategic Decisions Consumer Markets
• Types of Decision
• Strategic Role Of Logistics

Module 4 - Planning & Sourcing Operations

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

Module 5 - Procurement Operations

• Purchasing and Procurement
• Importance of Procurement
• Aims of Procurement

Module 6 - Manufacturing & Delivery Operations

• Manufacturing & Delivery Operations
• Delivery Scheduling
• Returns Processing

Module 7 - Market Distribution in the Supply Chain

• What is Distribution?
• The Channels of Distribution
• Market Distribution in the Supply Chain

Module 8 - Transport Management

• Transport Rate
• Mode of Transport
• Intermodal Transport

Module 9 - Human Resource Management

• Functions of the Human Resource Management (HRM)
• Code of Ethics of Human Resources

Module 10 - Change Management

• About Change
• Key Factors in Successful Change
• Time Management Tips and Tricks

Module 11 - Time Management

• Prioritising Your Time
• Setting Goals
• Planning Wisely

Module 12 - Conflict Management

• Understanding Conflicts and Its Types
• Different Stages of Conflict

Module 13 - Introduction to Warehouse Management

• Fitting into the Logistics Strategy
• Activities within a Warehouse
• Other Activities in Warehouses

Module 14 - Warehouse Operations & Systems

• Warehouse Operations - Centralised and Decentralised
• Storage systems
• Fixed and random stock location

Module 15 - Warehouse Inventory Management

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

Module 16 - The Warehouse Inventory Cycle

• Identifying Demand
• The Receiving Process
• Validating Inventory

Module 17 - Warehouse Inventory Tracking

• Bar coding Technology and Applications
• What is a Barcode?
• Benefits of Bar coding

Module 18 - Warehouse Material handling

• Purpose of Warehouses
• Activities within a Warehouse
• Aims of Warehousing

Module 19 - Using Information Technology in Supply Chain

• Information Systems that Support the Supply Chain
• Data Capture and Data Communications

Module 20 - Supply Chain Systems Design

• Importance of Location
• Location Decision

Module 21 - Supply Chain Performance Measurement

• Market Performance Categories
• Internal Efficiency

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

Supply Chain Management - 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 7 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

Supply Chain Management - Course assessment

You will be continually assessed throughout the Supply Chain Management Level 7 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 7 course with STS 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.

Level 7 Award in Supply Chain Management

Our highest-level Diploma in Logistics and Supply Chain Management provides crucial insights and key theory for anyone looking to climb the career ladder in a related field. Newcomers to the profession and existing members of the workforce alike stand every chance of broadening their prospects with an internationally-recognised qualification. In addition, business owners and entrepreneurs overseeing their own supply chain operations could benefit from the teachings of this exclusive Supply Chain Management course.

We specialise in fully-flexible distance learning, suitable for those who cannot commit to traditional education. Every course from STS Courses is free of deadlines, time limits and geographical restrictions – all with unbeatable value for money. As we provide all course materials and resources as standard, the prices you see is the price you pay. What’s more, you can count on the support of our world-class tutors and the wider STS Courses team, every step of the way!

Whether pursuing promotion, exploring a new career area or interested in setting up your own business from scratch, STS Courses can help make it happen.

Level 7 Supply Chain Management

No particular entry requirement

Option 1

Supply Chain Management Diploma QLS Level 7 endorsed by Quality Licence Scheme

Certificate Fee: £170 + postal charges

Option 2

Supply Chain Management Diploma issued by OHSC

PDF Certificate - FREE

Hard copy - £25 + postal charges

Option 3

CPD Accredited Certificate

(PDF format)=£30

(Hard copy)=£150 + postal charges

*Postage Charges: National £9, International £15

Level 7 Award in Supply Chain Management

Upon successful completion of our Diploma in Supply Chain Management, candidates may choose to pursue an extensive range of careers including:

• Supply Chain Analyst
• Supply Chain Coordinator
• Supply Chain Manager
• Supply Chain Consultant
• Supply Chain Director
• VP Supply Chain
• Production Planner
• Logistics Engineer

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