Diploma in Logistics Management

This course is for people who want to learn how to plan and manage logistics operations. You will learn about the handling and storage of freight and freight maintenance schedules. You will also learn about the different aspects of logistics functions, including purchasing, operations, warehousing, transportation and supply chain management, depending on the elected course of study. Student will also learn how to manage physical and human resources, plan and implement security measures, develop business plans, and negotiate effective contracts.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Warehouse manager, transport manager, distribution centre manager, logistics manager, purchasing and supply officer, import/export clerk, quality auditor, financial planer, operation manager.

OBJECTIVES

The ALA Diploma in Logistics Management aims to:

  • Provide employees, supervisors, managers and logistics professionals with a formal progressive program of study in leading edge logistics theory and access to real-life scenario study;
  • Offer students course materials which are contemporary, relevant to their stage of development and which draw on practical, real world cases, as well as applicable theory;
  • Enable participants to develop their knowledge, skills and competencies in the field of logistics and supply chain management which will assist them in their management of resources, processes and people and assist in ensuring they are recognised in the workplace in their ability to fulfil more demanding roles; and
  • Provide a pathway into undergraduate and post-graduate study.

WHO SHOULD COMPLETE THIS COURSE?

  • Logistics professionals with at least two (2) years of work experience in a logistics profession.
  • Participants who wish to continue their education with further study at the Advanced Diploma level.

MODE OF STUDY

The Diploma in Logistics Management is offered by distance education in most capital cities in Australia, as well as through approved 'Approved Training Providers' (ATPs) overseas. This enables you to study in almost any location.

Workshops are available in some locations, providing interactive learning in a setting that encourages students to engage in brainstorming, discussion and problem solving activities. Many participants value this opportunity to learn from their peers and widen their professional networks, as well as to develop their opinions and strategies with the assistance of our lecturers.

ASSESSMENT

Your progress through the course is assessed using different methods, to ensure that you are progressing in a number of ways.

•  Continuous, ongoing exercises, assessed by your online mentor

•  Case/Assignment preparation

•  Written assessment

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

There are no course pre-requisites. However, it is recommended that prospective students have completed their School Certificate, and possess at least two years experience in logistics, warehousing, purchasing/procurement, manufacturing, transportation, or similar activities.

COURSE MATERIALS

Course materials are available online through our online content delivery system - The Learning Room - and hard copies can be ordered for a reasonable fee.

COURSE CONTENT & REQUIREMENTS

The ALA Diploma in Logistics Management is a six (6) module Diploma.

These modules include:

  • Five (5) electives; and
  • Strategic Analysis & Decision Making

ELECTIVES

Electives may be chosen from the list below. Click on the subjects to the right of this section, or through the links below, to learn about the content of each of the specific modules.

  • Channels of Distribution
  • Purchasing & Inventory Management
  • Transportation Carrier Management
  • International Transportation
  • Operations Management
  • Warehouse Management
  • Logistics Technology
  • Supply Chain Management
 
 
 


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