Diploma in Logistics Management

Why Study Logistics Management at DIMENSIONS?

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As we understand that the business world is constantly evolving, we continuously forge partnerships with reputable educational institutions to furnish our students with global knowledge to enhance their employment prospects. Our pedagogical methods also enable students to gain predictive insights into the risks and successes of the dynamic business environments through case studies and quality sessions with skilled practitioners. Upon graduation, our students will be able to effectively contribute their academic knowledge and skills to the business world.

Programme Introduction

Besides being ranked as the No.1 Logistics Hub in Asia in the 2014 Logistics Performance Index by the World Bank Group (WBG), Singapore is also widely known as a world-leading logistics and commodity trading hub which facilitates the transportation of goods by air, sea and land. With 20 of the world’s top 25 logistics players having a strong and dominant presence in our cosmopolitan city-state, it is no surprise that many local employers are on the lookout for candidates who possess the specialised skills to streamline day-to-day business operations in the logistics sector.

Conducted at DIMENSIONS International College, the Diploma in Logistics Management programme provides learners with an understanding of the process of planning, implementing and controlling the efficient and effective flow and storage of goods, services and related information from point of origin to point of consumption, for the purpose of conforming to the requirements made by customers.

All learners are required to complete six (6) months of Institutional Training and another six (6) months of Industrial Attachment* endorsed by Singapore Institute of Purchasing & Materials Management (SIPMM). Upon successful completion of the programme, qualified students will be awarded the Diploma in Logistics Management by DIMENSIONS International College.

Objective

• To provide learners with the essential knowledge and principles of logistics operations and the related business activities
• To enable learners to acquire the relevant skills and knowledge to excel in the logistics industry

Designed for

• International students who have successfully completed their educational qualification which is equivalent to Year 12 in their respective home countries and are interested in understanding the principles of logistics and warehouse management.
• Existing materials and logistics executives who desire to hone their skills and deepen their expertise in the field of logistics operations and management.

Course Structure

Diploma in Logistics Management consists of 7 modules.

Course Outline

• Outline for Principles of Logistics ManagementThe aim of this module is to provide the students an understanding of the process of planning, implementing and controlling the efficient, effective flow and storage of goods, services and related information from point of origin to point of consumption, for the purpose of conforming to the customer requirements. Students will also understand how each function or activity need to be understood in terms of how they affect and are affected by other activities.
• Outline for Warehousing ManagementThe module introduces the operations in the warehouse and the basic concept of managing the activities related to warehousing and storage, including materials tracking and control, space and layout of warehouse planning, to maximise productivity and minimise costs.
• Outline for Purchasing ManagementThe module aims to equip students with essential techniques and knowledge of managing purchasing, including vendor analysis, inventory control and legal considerations of purchasing.
  The purpose of this management is to critically evaluate the benefit given by supplier and to further improve the relations with the suppliers and develop new suppliers.
• Outline for Introduction to Material Resource PlanningThis module aims to provide students with an in-depth knowledge of MRP and use in the business. The student will be able to identify and evaluate the planning process, benefits and implications of MRP within a manufacturing environment for an effective supply chain and to develop performance measures in the process.
• Outline for Management Information SystemThis module investigates the information and knowledge and examines how communications, knowledge and information can be improved within an organisation including making better use of IT systems.
• Outline for Physical Distribution ManagementThe module aims to enable students to understand the distribution networking system and the different channels of distributing both consumer and industrial goods. Students are also expected to analyse the market demand and supply and plan for best way and sites of distribution.
• Outline for Internship / Industrial Attachment*The aim of this module is to enrich trainees’ learning experience and serves the important component of the course with the intent to enhance and consolidate their knowledge and skills acquired by participating in the Industrial Attachment* lasting for 6 months arranged by the school.

* Internship / Industrial Attachment (IA) will be arranged for qualified students. Students must satisfy the following pre-qualifying requirements prior to school’s arrangement for their Internship / IA posting:

A. Students must be at least 18 years old at the time of the IA posting
B. Complete and pass the practical and theory assessments of your course
C. Achieve at least an attendance rate of 90%
D. Pass the Interview and Screening Test (comprising technical test and performance test)

Note:

• Internship / IA posting is not guaranteed and will be subject to the approval of relevant passes by the Ministry of Manpower (MOM). No further Internship / IA posting will be arranged if a student withdraws or is terminated from the IA centre.
• Students who fail to secure an IA will have to successfully complete a Research Project.
• Qualified students who have secured an Internship / Industrial Attachment (IA) with an organisation will have to successfully complete the IA. Students who withdraw or are terminated from the IA centre will result in a failed IA module. In order for students to graduate from this programme, students are required to retake the module in the form of a Research Project. Students are also required to pay a re-take fee for the module as well as the fee for the extension of the Student’s Pass

Scope of Study

Principles, theories and case studies related to Logistics Management

Delivery Mode

Lectures, tutorials, discussions and researches

Commencement Date/Intakes

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DIMENSIONS reserves the right to change the intakes at any time without prior notice.

Course Fees

1.	Application Fee (Non-refundable and non-transferable)	:S$	500.00
2.	Tuition Fee	:S$	8,500.00
3.	Administrative Fee	:S$	560.00
4.	Examination Fee	:S$	600.00
5.	Course Material	:S$	600.00
6.	Medical Check-Up Fee	:S$	60.00
7.	International Student Management Fee	:S$	500.00
8.	ICA Processing and Student’s Pass Fee	:S$	135.00
	9% GST	:S$	1,030.95
	Total	:S$	12,485.95

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Payment Mode

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Duration

6 months Institutional Training and 6 months Industrial Attachment (IA)* (Total 12 months)
Maximum allowed period for a student to complete the course is 12 months of Institutional Training excluding Industrial Attachment (IA) period

Maximum Candidature Period

Student is not allowed to retake the course and/or request for a refund in the event if he/she fails to complete the programme within the maximum candidature period.

Opportunities for Further Education/Career Pathway

Students may consider pursuing an Advanced Diploma in Logistics and Supply Chain Management awarded by DIMENSIONS International College.

Notes:
Foreigner’s application for jobs in Singapore is subject to the approval from the Ministry of Manpower of Singapore (MOM). DIMENSIONS DOES NOT GUARANTEE any success rate of approval.

 

Entry Requirements

Academic Level: Equivalent to Year 12 from the respective home country of the applicant
Note: Applicants with non-standard entry qualifications will be considered on a case-by-case basis

 

English Proficiency : At least IELTS 5.5 or DIMENSIONS CAE Level 4 or Pass the English Proficiency Test at equivalent level conducted by DIMENSIONS or its equivalent. English proficiency may be considered to have been met and an IELTS score may not be required if applicant possesses a highest qualification where English is the sole medium of instruction

Class Periods

Full-time
Monday to Friday: 8.30am - 11.30am and/or 12.15pm - 3.15pm and/or 3.30pm - 6.30pm

3 hours per session. All specific programme schedules will be reflected in the timetable.

Examination Period

At the end of each semester or course

Assessment Methods

Combination of assignments and examinations

Assessment Grading Criteria

Theory Component
A: (80 marks and above)
B: (70 – 79 marks)
C: (60 – 69 marks)
D: (50 – 59 marks)
F: Fail (49 marks and below)
Assessment Weighting
50% assignments and 50% examinations

Expected Examination Results Release Date

Not more than 3 months after the final assessment

Qualification Award

Diploma in Logistics Management Awarded by DIMENSIONS International College

Graduation Requirements

A “Pass in all assessments of all modules, including Industrial Attachment (IA) / Work Experience*
Students who have passed all the theoretical modules under the institutional training but fail in Industrial Attachment/Research Project can only be entitled to award the Certificate in Logistics Management.

Teacher – Student Ratio

Average teacher-student ratio is 1:35
Note: The number of students in the classroom is subject to the maximum seating capacity.