Specialist Diploma in Supply Chain Management

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 optimisers, will also be taught.

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.

Inventory Management

This module introduces the basic principles of 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.

Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)

This module aims to equip students with fundamental knowledge of the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) System and how it supports 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).

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.

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.

Data Analytics and Data Visualisation in Supply Chain Management

This module provides an in-depth understanding of how data analytics and data visualisation techniques can be leveraged to enhance supply chain management processes. In today's competitive business landscape, effective supply chain management is crucial for delivering products and services efficiently and cost-effectively.

Data analytics and visualisation are powerful tools that enable organisations to make data-driven decisions, improve supply chain visibility, and respond to dynamic market demands. This module will equip students with the knowledge and skills to analyse supply chain data, extract meaningful insights, and present these insights visually for informed decision-making.

Supply Chain Design and Lean Management

This module covers the fundamentals of strategies, techniques and best practices which can be adopted to improve supply chain operations in various industries and respective verticals, in the era of increasing drive towards digitalisation and green practices.

Students will gain insights into best practices and lean principles in Supply Chain Network Design, Procurement, Sustainability, Finance, Aerospace Logistics, Agile Supply Chain and etc., enabling them to generate innovative and cost-effective solutions.

Supply Chain IT

This module is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of modern technologies essential for the Supply Chain industry. This module covers a broad range of technologies, spanning automation, cybersecurity, and various emerging digital advancements.

Students will gain insights into information and communication technologies, along with an exploration of Industry 4.0 technologies such as cloud-based solutions, the Internet of Things (IoT) and Artificial Intelligence (AI). Additionally, the module emphasises the importance of information security and the integration of sustainable practices in technology-driven business landscapes.

Project

Participants will undertake an individual project to apply what they have learnt and deepen their understanding of the supply chain management-related topics of interest. Each student will be expected to define the objectives of the project, develop a plan of action, execute the plan to a reasonable degree, and evaluate its outcomes.

Participants will also be expected to take corrective action if necessary and prepare a report and presentation covering the entire project.