| Course at QLS | Level 2 |
| Endorsement | Endorsed by Quality Licence Scheme |
| Study Method | Distance Learning |
| Course Duration | 125 Recommended Study Hours |
| Entry Requirements | No Entry Requirements |
| Start Date | Ongoing |
The efficiency with which a company’s supply chain operates will always have a direct impact on the brand’s overall performance. In order for key day-to-day operations to be approached and handled appropriately, every last link in the supply chain must be equally robust and reliable. Substandard performance at any level in the supply chain can have a catastrophic knock-on effect on both the rest of the chain’s links and the performance of the business in question.
This insightful supply chain management course online, has been designed for those already working in logistical capacities, or seeking new career opportunities. Over the course of four intensive modules, of supply chain online course, candidates discover what it is that makes the supply chain of pivotal importance from a modern business perspective and the duties/responsibilities of supply chain managers. Along with an overview of supply chain best practices, candidates study associated risk management and minimisation strategies.
Ultimately, successful candidates will gain a much deeper understanding of how effective and efficient supply chain management represents a key driver at the heart of so many modern businesses.
This supply chain management online course, is delivered over four in-depth modules:
Module 1 – Introduction to Supply Chain
In the opening course module, candidates explore the key differences between business logistics and the supply chain, discussing the importance of their respective roles in in driving business operations. Course content introduces the recent evolution of the contemporary business supply chain, along with a series of important supply chain regulations and an introduction to the ‘Six Rights’ and the ‘Bullwhip’ effect.
Module 2 – Supply Chain Drivers
The role the supply chain manager plays in overall business success enters the conversation in Module 2. A series of important subtopics are investigated in-depth, including how to identify the needs of a target market, building supply chain strategies in accordance with overall business goals, selecting appropriate transportation types and generally optimising the supply chain to optimise improve performance as a whole.
Module 3 – Managing Supply Chain Risk
Risk management represents the central theme in the third course module, incorporating an overview of effective risk identification strategies and an introduction to various supply chain risks/challenges. Along with a breakdown of the balanced scorecard, candidates explore supply chain data evaluation, mitigation strategies, benchmarking and further optimisation techniques.
Module 4 – Supply Chain Best Practices
Bringing the course to a close, Module 4 focuses on several important supply chain best practices from the perspective of the contemporary business. Candidates explore sustainable supply chain strategies, how to build and develop supply chain partnerships, the value of sharing supply chain responsibilities/activities and more.
Oxford Home Study offers some short free certificate courses in various discipline. You can take a start with our free supply chain management course.
Paying in Instalments: £340(Interest FREE Instalments)
Deposit: £70
No of Instalments: 10
Each Instalment: £27
Pay in Full: (£60 Discount) £280
At the end of this course successful learners will receive a Certificate of Achievement from the Quality Licence Scheme and a Learner Unit Summary (which lists the components the learner has completed as part of the course).
This course and/or training programme has been endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme for its high-quality, non-regulated provision and training programmes. This course and/or training programme is not regulated by Ofqual and is not an accredited qualification. Your training provider will be able to advise you on any further recognition, for example progression routes into further and/or higher education. For further information please visit the Learner FAQs on the Quality Licence Scheme website.
