Diploma in Business Practice (International Supply Chain Management)

Part-time Diploma / 2.5 years

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Lesson Plan
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Course Information

The global supply chain impacts almost every aspect of modern life. Whatever the industry, goods are procured, stored and dispatched. Now, with the growth of e-commerce, the demand for professionals with a comprehensive and sound knowledge of logistics will be higher than ever.

Learning Outcomes

From the fundamentals of operations and logistics to in-depth materials knowledge, this course will equip you with the skills and knowledge to plan and manage the movement of the flow of goods and services. You will learn about material planning, purchasing, distribution, transportation logistics and management._x000D_
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You will be able to design and create storage plans for different types of goods, and apply your skills and knowledge to both local and global logistics management.

Course 
Schedule

Monday, 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Tuesday, 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Thursday, 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm

Course Start Date: 19 Apr 2021_x000D_
Application Period: 15 Dec 2020 to 31 Jan 2021_x000D_
Application Outcome Date: 1 Mar 2021_x000D_
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Ngee Ann Polytechnic reserves the right to reschedule/cancel any programme, modify the fees and amend information without prior notice.

Lesson Plan

Certificate in Logistics Management

Comprehend importance of warehousing and storage management in the logistic industry. Acquire skills and techniques of materials handlings and inventory planning and control.

Module
Fundamentals of Operations and Logistics
Imparts skills in the use of logistics simulation software and review of local logistics industry.
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Warehousing and Materials Handling
Gives an understanding of warehousing and storage management in the overall logistics management of a business organization.
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Inventory Planning and Control
Introduces you to techniques for maintaining minimum stocks in industries and commercial enterprises, at minimum cost.
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Certificate in Materials Management

Learn materials planning & control to make effective contribution in managing resources and material flow in an organization.

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Productivity & Performance
Relates the importance of productivity, innovation and continuous improvement to performance and business strategies. Learn about the business process framework, and progress from conceptual design through to detailed action plans. Introduces the tools of optimisation and simulation in operational decision-making.
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International Purchasing Management
Equips you with purchasing and supply chain analysis, and the various types of tools and techniques. Imparts knowledge on worldwide sourcing which provides you with a global perspective.
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Supply Chain Management
Introduces the critical concerns involved in the design, control, operation and management of supply chain systems. Equips you with simple techniques that can be used for analysing various aspects of the supply chain.
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Certificate in International Trade Operations

Study Maritime Logistics role and its effect on the industry. Understand foundation in global logistics operations to tackle the complex and intense global market.

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International Business Environment
Students will learn to understand the role and impact of international trade agreements. Students will also discuss how contemporary world affairs, such as the impact of globalisation, terrorism and emergence of economic powers in Asia, affect businesses.
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International Trade Management
Learn how the social, cultural and legal environments of a foreign country affect its business environment. Understand the role and impact of international trade agreements. Discuss how contemporary world affairs, such as the impact of globalisation, terrorism and emergence of economic powers in Asia, affect businesses.
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Distribution & Transportation Services
Provides an understanding of the aspects of distribution and transportation of goods and services.
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Certificate in Specialised Logistics

Be able to define cold chain logistics, project & events logistics and chemical logistics. Understand how to manage and handle different types of goods.

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Cold Chain Logistics
Emphasises the understanding of local and international regulatory requirements, standards and practices of handling, storage and transportation of different food and pharmaceutical products.
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Pharmaceutical Logistics
Provides the fundamental concepts of managing cold-chain risks in pharmaceutical logistics. Gain an understanding of regulatory requirements, basic cold-chain concepts, and transportation practices throughout the pharmaceutical supply chain to better anticipate and reduce associated risks to product quality, regulatory compliance, cost, and patient safety.
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Chemical Logistics
Equips you with the knowledge of logistics practices in the chemical industry, and the transportation, handling and storage of dangerous goods.
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Certificate in Business Management

Build written and oral communication skills in order to prepare and deliver effective business presentations. Understand how human resource management skills are developed to attract and retain optimum number and quality of employees in an organisation.

Certificate in Business Management and Certificate in Business Applications are electives. Learner choose 1 out of the 2 electives.

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Business Communication
Introduces the fundamentals of both written and oral business communication skills. Consists of ample opportunities to practise presentation skills through role-plays.
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Business Management
Provides an understanding of the basic management principles and practices to enable you to function effectively in an organization. Introduces roles and functions of managers, with particular emphasis on the management functions.
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Human Capital Management
Equips you with human resource management (HRM) skills to ensure that your organisation attracts and retains the optimum number and quality of employees to meet organisational goals.
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Certificate in Business Applications

Study fundamentals of cost & managerial accounting and their application in manufacturing & service industries. Develop skills to improve business processes using information technology (IT) systems and tools.

Certificate in Business Management and Certificate in Business Applications are electives. Learner choose 1 out of the 2 electives.

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Accounting & Finance
Provides basic accounting and finance knowledge for decision-making. Also covers budgeting, financing strategies, working capital management and investment analysis.
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Business Analytics
Introduces the fundamentals concepts of business analytics to develop efficient analysis and reporting solutions for business decisions and strategy planning.
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Service Operations Management
Introduces operations of service organisations and management techniques for the delivery of goods and services to meet customers' needs and organisational objectives.
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Certification

1 Diploma
5 Certificates
15 Modules

Certification

You are required to complete 5 modular certificates within 5-year validity period to be awarded the Diploma qualification.


Entry Requirements

Applicants with any of the following qualifications are invited to apply for the course:

The following GCE ‘O’ Level grades and with at least 1 year of relevant work experience:_x000D_
– English Language (Grade 1-6)_x000D_
– Mathematics (Grade 1-6)_x000D_
– One other subject(Grade 1-6)_x000D_
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OR NITEC with GPA >= 3.5_x000D_
OR NITEC with GPA >= 3.0 and with at least 1 year of relevant work experience_x000D_
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OR Higher NITEC with GPA >= 2.0_x000D_
OR Higher NITEC with GPA >= 1.5 and with at least 1 year of relevant work experience_x000D_
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OR NITEC in Technology or Services with GPA >= 3.5 and with at least 1 year of relevant working experience_x000D_
OR Higher NITEC in Technology or Services with GPA >=2.0 and with at least 1 year of relevant working experience_x000D_
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OR relevant Advanced WSQ Certificate (or higher) and Level 6 WSQ Workplace Literacy SOA and Workplace Numeracy SOA and with at least 1 year of relevant working experience_x000D_
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OR applicants with at least 2 years of relevant working experience may apply for the course_x000D_
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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.

Offered by School of Business & Accountancy

Course Fees

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  • The fees below are per semester.

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  • The fees below are inclusive of GST.

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  • The fees below are determined based on prevailing funding policies and subject to review and revision.

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SkillsFuture Credit_x000D_
This course is eligible for SkillsFuture Credit. All Singaporeans aged 25 years and above can use their $500 SkillsFuture Credit from the government to pay f​or a wide range of courses. The credits can be used on top of existing course fee subsidies/funding. This is only applicable for self-sponsored applicants and must be applied via the SkillsFuture Portal. More details on the SkillsFuture Credit Claims will be advised upon admission into the course. Find out more about SkillsFuture Credit at www.skillsfuture.sg/credit._x000D_
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Refer here for full table of course fees throughout the semesters._x000D_
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Skills-Based Modular Courses (SBMCs) are bite-sized part-time courses for individuals to acquire new skills or deepen relevant skills, without the need to pursue a full diploma. Refer here for course fees for SBMCs.

Applicants / Eligibility Fees
Singapore Citizens (SC) below the age of 40 years$494.01
Singapore Citizens (SC) aged 40 and above$329.34
Singapore Permanent Residents (PR)$1317.39
Enhanced Training Support for SME Scheme (for SC & SPR)$340.11
Others (and Repeat Students)$3293.46