Course objectives
This course provides participants with specialised knowledge and skills in logistics and supply chain management. Key focus areas include warehouse and inventory management, transportation operations, lean processes, cold chain management, and procurement.
Participants will also gain valuable skills in data analytics, data visualisation, and sustainability, along with insights into how Artificial Intelligence (AI) is reshaping supply chain operations. Practical, hands-on training with advanced tools like TradeNet, Warehouse Management System (WMS), Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), Robotic Process Automation (RPA), cold chain technology, and RFID ensures you are job-ready for this fast-growing industry.
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
- Manage inventory, enhance supply chain processes, and utilise information technologies in supply chain.
- Plan and execute integrated supply chain strategies, with expertise in specialised areas like pharmaceutical, bio-chemical, and cold chain logistics.
Course description
Did you know Singapore has been Asia’s top logistics hub for over a decade? As a global leader and home to the world’s top logistics firms, Singapore offers endless opportunities for a rewarding career in this critical industry.
Graduates have the opportunity to explore a wide range of career paths with logistics service providers, product owners, manufacturers, and other industries that require supply chain and logistics expertise. Additionally, they may be eligible for up to 15 Credit Units of exemptions in part-time Bachelor of Science programs in Logistics at the
Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS), depending on their course results and university approval.
Target audiences
Working adults who wish to embark on a career in the logistics and supply chain industry.
What Will I Get Out Of This Course?
I’ve always been keen to find out how cold chain works, especially when dealing with daily products which are temperature and time sensitive. The course cleared my doubts and allowed me to build competency in new areas.
RP’s Specialist Diploma in Supply Chain Management provided a fruitful and effective learning journey by imparting relevant skills and knowledge which are much needed in today’s industry. I’m happy to have been part of this experience as I got the chance to interact with knowledgeable lecturers and fellow students. They were always helpful and keen to share their professional experiences.
Participants will undergo a 12-month structured training programme including facilitated/e-Learning training, lab activities, and project work leading to a Specialist Diploma in Supply Chain Management.
Participants will be awarded the Post-Diploma Certificate (PDC) upon successful completion of each certificate programme. The Specialist Diploma in Supply Chain Management will be issued upon meeting 50% of attendance requirement and passing the assessment criteria of both PDCs.
Module Synopses
1. Post-Diploma Certificate in Supply Chain OperationsThe Post Diploma Certificate (PDC) aims to equip participants with the foundation of supply chain operations. Participants will learn inventory management, warehouse operations, transportation operations, freight services, and specialized logistics in cold chain management and pharmaceutical/bio-chemical supply chain management.
This PDC consists of the following six modules:
E2289C Warehouse Management and Operations
This module covers the principles of warehouse operations and their importance in supply chain management. These include warehouse planning and processes, selection of material handling systems, labour, and cost requirements. Through these lessons, the module equips participants with the knowledge and skills to effectively operate the warehouse and distribution operations. The students are also exposed to benchmarking tools, the latest technologies, and emerging trends in this industry.
E1809C Transportation Management and Operations
This module equips students with the knowledge of domestic transportation and distribution operations, the fundamentals of efficient transportation systems, transportation costing, and traffic management. Internet of Things (IoT) platforms used in transport operations such as “track and trace” technologies and route optimiser will also be taught.
E1819C Freight Services and Operations
This module aims to build students’ knowledge on various topics on international freight services through a structured, consultative, and interactive learning process using relevant case studies from the industry.
E1829C Inventory Management
This module introduces the basic principles in inventory management and aims to provide participants with a fundamental knowledge of different inventory management techniques, practices, and technologies commonly adopted in the industry. This module aims to equip participants with the knowledge to control, manage, and improve inventory processes for different types of inventories.
E1839C Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)
This module aims to equip students with fundamental knowledge of the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) System and how it supports the organisations to run operations more efficiently and effectively. In this module, students will examine the typical business processes in an ERP system such as Material Management (MM), Sales and Distribution (SD), and Production Planning (PP).
E2299C Pharmaceutical and Cold Chain Management
This module aims to provide an understanding of the theoretical concepts and practical applications relevant to the management of cold chain and pharmaceutical & Dangerous Goods (DG) with compliance with the industry standards and best practices.
The Post Diploma Certificate aims to equip participants with integrated logistics solutioning and process improvement. Participants will learn how to apply process improvement techniques and technologies to plan, implement and manage the integrated supply chain.
This PDC consists of the following four modules:
E2479C Lean Processes and Simulation
This module imparts concepts on process improvement and analysis methods. Participants will learn Lean topics such as value-streamed mapping, setting of SOPs and KPIs and work balancing to effectively improve and balance organizational work processes. In addition, the module introduces the use of simulation to study complex systems. Through hands-on sessions, participants will be taught simulation modelling of service processes, material flow and automation systems. The techniques learnt will enable participants to make effective, data-based decisions on process re-designs and systems implementation.
E2489C Supply Chain IT
This module covers infocomm concepts which are critical to the Supply Chain industry. The module covers the following aspects: information analytics, internet, information architecture and cyber security. Participants will be equipped with the essential knowledge and skills to effectively work in the industry. This module equips the participants with Info-comm concepts, data analysis, visualisation and geo-spatial techniques, cloud computing and e-business technology, collaboration and IOT technology and knowledge in information security.
E2499C Supply Chain Design and Management
This module covers the fundamentals of strategic design and effective management of global supply chain. The participants will learn about the best in class supply chain practices and design strategies being deployed in various industries. This module builds up participants’ knowledge of supply chain fundamentals by strengthening their ability to analyse the current practices and develop improvement alternatives. The participants will develop an understanding on strategies, techniques and best in class practices, which can be adopted to improve the operations in respective verticals.
E3249C Capstone Project
Participants will undertake an individual project to apply what they have learnt and deepen their understanding in the supply chain management related topics of interest.
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Applicants should possess a relevant (Engineering, Information Technology, Business, or Science) local polytechnic Diploma, ITE Technical Diploma / Technical Engineer Diploma / Work-Study Technical Diploma or Degree.
Applicants who do not meet the entry requirements may be considered for admission to the course based on evidence of at least five years of relevant working experience or supporting evidence of competency readiness. Suitable applicants who are shortlisted will have to go through an interview and/or entrance test. The polytechnic reserves the right to shortlist and admit applicants.
Module ExemptionApplicants may be eligible for module exemptions if they possess the following certification:
| Relevant Qualification/ Certification | Eligible Module(s) for Exemption |
| Work-Study Diploma in Logistics & Supply Chain Management (WSDip in LSCM) | RP-E2289C Warehouse Management and Operations
RP-E1809C Transportation Management and Operations
RP-E1819C Freight Services and Operations
RP-E3249C Project
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Conditional OfferGraduating students (in final semester) from a local polytechnic or Institute of Technical Education (ITE) may apply for the programme.
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