Level 5 Extended Diploma in Supply Chain Management

OTHM Level 5 Extended Diploma in Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Assignment based Assessment, 120 Credits, OTHM Recognised Qualification.

The objective of the OTHM Level 5 Extended Diploma in Logistics and Supply Chain Management qualification is to provide learners with a specialist programme of study that provides a depth of knowledge and understanding of key aspects within the Logistics and Supply Chain Management sector.

The qualification is designed to be delivered over two academic years for full-time study but it is also flexible in its delivery in order to accommodate part-time and distance learning.

Learners will study level 4 and 5 units, worth 120 credits per academic year with a total credit value of 240 credits (equivalent to the first 2 years of an honours degree). All units are mandatory.

The Level 4 units lay the foundations of learning by introducing contemporary Business and LCSM topics.

The units combine both theoretical and practical knowledge in the profession and will develop and enhance knowledge and skills in the areas of academic and research skills, logistics and the business environment, effective performance, planning and accountability, finance, communication, management and team working.

The Level 5 units give learners the opportunities to apply key skills and techniques in a variety of relevant subject areas. The programme of study provides learners with an opportunity to engage with the challenges facing professionals and policymakers in their own country. Learners will develop and enhance knowledge and skills in the areas of leading change, effective planning, risk assessment, forecasting, policy, management theory and practice in logistics and supply chain management.

Successful completion of this qualification will allow learners to work in a variety of roles within logistics and supply chain management and to progress to further study.

OTHM Level 5 Extended Diploma in Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Assignment based Assessment, 120 Credits, OTHM Recognised Qualification.

Course Outline

The OTHM Level 5 Extended Diploma in Logistics and Supply Chain Management qualification consists of 12 mandatory units, 240 credits, 2400 hours Total Qualification Time (TQT) and the recommended Guided Learning Hours (GLH) for this qualification is a minimum of 1200 hours.

To achieve the OTHM Level 5 Extended Diploma in Logistics and Supply Chain Management, learners must achieve 240 credits, of which 120 credits are at Level 4 (6 units), and 120 credits are at Level 5 (6 units).

Qualification Accreditation Number (QAN): (610/0334/7)

• Delivered 100% online
• Program available to UK, EU and International students

Mandatory units

• Unit Ref No. H/650/1099 - Academic Writing and Research Skills
• Unit Ref No. R/650/1100 - Logistics and the Business Environment
• Unit Ref No. T/650/1101 - Operations and Logistics Management
• Unit Ref No. Y/650/1102 - Finance and Accounting
• Unit Ref No. A/650/1103 - Communication in Business
• Unit Ref No. D/650/1104 - Leading and Managing Teams
• Unit Ref No. F/650/1105 - Principles and Concepts of Strategy
• Unit Ref No. H/650/1106 - Procurement and Inventory Management
• Unit Ref No. K/650/1108 - Contract and Financial Management
• Unit Ref No. T/650/1110 - Global Context of Supply Chains
• Unit Ref No. H/650/1115 - Principles and Concepts of Supply Chain Management
• Unit Ref No. J/650/1116 - Contemporary Issues in Supply Chain Management

Assessment

All units are internally assessed by Inspire London College and externally verified by OTHM. The qualifications are criterion referenced based on the achievement of all the specified learning outcomes.

To achieve a ‘pass’ for a unit, learners must provide evidence to demonstrate that they have fulfilled all the learning outcomes and meet the standards specified by all assessment criteria.

The Assessor judges that the learners have successfully fulfilled the assessment criteria.

Accreditation

OTHM Qualifications are approved and regulated by Ofqual (Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation). Visit the Ofqual Register of Regulated Qualification.

OTHM has a progression arrangement with several UK universities that acknowledges learners’ ability after studying Level 3-7 qualifications to be considered for advanced entry into corresponding degree year/top-up and Master’s/top-up programmes.

Certification

OTHM Qualifications (Awarding Body) only issues verifiable certificates and Transcripts electronically and securely in PDF format (without additional charges).

If you want a hard copy of the Certificate and Transcript, you can claim it by paying an extra fee:

• Certificate and Transcript + Standard postage charges local = £60
• Certificate and Transcript + Standard postage charges International = £70
• Certificate and Transcript + Courier Services charges International = £100

OTHM Level 5 Extended Diploma in Logistics and Supply Chain Management

OTHM Level 5 Extended Diploma qualifications represent practical knowledge, skills, capabilities and competencies assessed in academic terms as equivalent to Higher National Diplomas (HND) and Year 2 of a three-year UK Bachelor’s degree programme.

Successful completion of the OTHM Level 5 Extended Diploma in Logistics and Supply Chain Management provides learners with the opportunity to access a wide range of academic progressions, including the OTHM Level 6 Diploma in Logistics and Supply Chain Management.

As this qualification is approved and regulated by Ofqual (Office of the Qualifications and Examinations Regulation), learners can gain direct entry into Year 3 of a three-year UK Bachelor’s degree programme.

OTHM Level 5 Extended Diploma in Logistics and Supply Chain Management is designed for learners aged 18 and above. The entry profile for learners is likely to include at least one of the following:

• Relevant Level 3 Diploma qualification or equivalent qualification
• GCE Advanced level in 2 subjects or equivalent qualification
• Learners wishing to study & and are non-native English speakers must have a minimum level of English language competency*
• Mature learners (over 21) with relevant management experience (learners must check with the delivery centre regarding this experience before registering for the programme)

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