International Supply Chain Management for Digital Sales Support in Wholesale Trade

Short Course / 6-9 months

Course Information
Learning Outcomes
Course Schedule
Lesson Plan
Certification
Entry Requirements
Course Fees

Course Information

This is a basic/intermediate course for learners to pursue an entry-level career in operations, procurement and sourcing within the wholesale trade sector.

Shortages and delays to raw materials and products due to Covid-19 have exposed the importance and fragility of the global supply chain. Organizations are transforming their operations and practices to mitigate the risks of similar disruptions in the future. What will help you to navigate these disruptions and gain transferrable skills as industries and organizations evolve?

The International Supply Chain Management Bootcamp is designed to equip you with foundational skills and knowledge in supply chain management and transportation.

In addition, the bridging course provides foundational skills in literacy, numeracy and digital literacy to navigate the demands of this course and the future workplace.

For more information, kindly refer to the SGUS FAQ at https://www.skillsfuture.sg/sgunitedskills.

Learning Outcomes

You will gain an appreciation of the inter-connectedness of the global value chain. This set of knowledge and competencies will enable you to help organizations as they recalibrate their supply chains for greater resilience and flexibility._x000D_
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You will gain exposure to skills such as supply chain management and transportation.

Course 
Schedule

All courses are designed to have a blend of online and in-person learning on campus. The detailed learning plan shall be shared with you by the instructors._x000D_
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Application Period (without Bridging Course): 11 Nov 2020 to 22 Jan 2021_x000D_
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Application Period (with Bridging Course): 11 Nov to 14 Dec 2020_x000D_
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Course Duration: 3 months (bridging course, if required) + 6 months (core course)_x000D_
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Bridging Course_x000D_
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4 Jan to 7 Jan 2021 – Digital Learning Beginner Workshop (16 hours)_x000D_
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11 Jan to 14 Jan 2021 – SkillsFuture for Digital Workplace (14 hours)_x000D_
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15 Jan to 22 Jan 2021 – Workplace Numeracy (Intermediate) (30 hours)_x000D_
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25 Jan to 15 Feb 2021 – Workplace Literacy Comprehensive (Beginner/Intermediate) (90 hours)_x000D_
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16 Feb to 19 Feb 2021 – Financial Literacy (Optional) (16 hours)_x000D_
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Core Course_x000D_
Duration: 22 Mar to 24 Sep 2021_x000D_
Schedule: Weekdays, either 9am to 1pm or 2pm to 6pm

Lesson Plan

This course consists of 7 modules:

Bridging Course

The bridging course is meant for individuals who are unable to meet the Academic entry requirements (not applicable to RPL applicants) of the core course. Individuals will be required to complete the 3-month bridging course and attain the relevant level of numeracy and literacy before proceeding to read the core course._x000D_
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The bridging course comprises a package of courses which build foundational skills in Literacy, Numeracy and Digital Literacy:_x000D_

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  1. Workplace Literacy Comprehensive (Beginner / Intermediate)- 90 hours
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  3. Workplace Numeracy (Intermediate) – 30 hours
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  5. SkillsFuture for Digital Workplace – 14 hours
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  7. Digital Learning Beginner Workshop – 16 hours
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  9. Financial Literacy (16 hours, Optional)
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International Purchasing Management

Upon completion, the knowledge and skills learnt in purchasing, supply chain management, productivity management, transportation, international trade, and global business environment will give you an edge to excel in your career.

Productivity & Performance

Upon completion, the knowledge and skills learnt in purchasing, supply chain management, productivity management, transportation, international trade, and global business environment will give you an edge to excel in your career.

Supply Chain Management

Upon completion, the knowledge and skills learnt in purchasing, supply chain management, productivity management, transportation, international trade, and global business environment will give you an edge to excel in your career.

International Trade Management

Upon completion, the knowledge and skills learnt in purchasing, supply chain management, productivity management, transportation, international trade, and global business environment will give you an edge to excel in your career.

International Business Environment

Upon completion, the knowledge and skills learnt in purchasing, supply chain management, productivity management, transportation, international trade, and global business environment will give you an edge to excel in your career.

Distribution & Transport Services

Upon completion, the knowledge and skills learnt in purchasing, supply chain management, productivity management, transportation, international trade, and global business environment will give you an edge to excel in your career.

Certification

Certificate will be awarded to participants who achieve at least 75% attendance and pass assessments.


Entry Requirements

Applicants with any of the following qualifications are invited to apply for the course:
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  1. The following GCE ‘O’ Level grades and with at least 3 years of relevant work experience:_x000D_
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    • – English Language (Grade 1-6)
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    • – Mathematics (Grade 1-6)
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    • – One othersubject(Grade 1-6)
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  3. NITEC with GPA >=3.5 with at least 2 years of relevant work experience
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  5. Higher NITEC with at least 1 year of relevant work experience
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  7. NITEC in Technology or Services with GPA >= 3.5 and with at least 2 years of relevant working experience
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  9. Higher NITEC in Technology or Services with at least 1 year of relevant working experience
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  11. Relevant WSQ Diploma qualifications (depending on sector, Programme & level – bridging course may be required) with at least 3 years of relevant working experience and WPLN (Level >= 6) may be accepted as ‘O’ Level equivalent English Language & Mathematics requirements
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Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)_x000D_
Applicants who do not meet the entry requirements may be considered for admission to the course based on evidence of at least 5 years of relevant working experience or supporting evidence of competency readiness. Suitable applicants who are shortlisted may have to go through an interview and/or entrance test. The Polytechnic reserves the right to shortlist and admit applicants.

Course Fees

Full Fees (incl GST):_x000D_
$10,165 (including bridging course)_x000D_
$6,420 (excluding bridging course)_x000D_
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Singaporeans & Permanent Residents (incl GST):_x000D_
$750 (including bridging course)_x000D_
$500 (excluding bridging course)_x000D_
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Trainees must fulfil minimum attendance requirements and pass assessments to qualify for course fee subsidies. Trainees who are unable to meet these requirements may be asked to return the course fee subsidies that they have received.

Applicants / Eligibility Fees
Singaporeans & Permanent Residents with bridging course (incl GST)$750.00
Singaporeans & Permanent Residents without bridging course (incl GST)$500.00