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Postgraduate Diploma
University of Essex Online
Online
OCT-25
16 Months
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Postgraduate Diploma
University of Essex Online
Online
OCT-25
16 Months
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University of Essex Online
Online
JUL-25
16 Months
Postgraduate Diploma
University of Essex Online
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16 Months
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Overview
To succeed in the high-demand industries of supply chain management or logistics, a thorough academic grounding is necessary. This postgraduate short course goes into detail on each stage in the supply chain journey, from procurement to delivery, with a particular focus on the increasingly important procurement and sustainability aspects of the sector.
The course has been designed as a whole to ensure a seamless transition between modules, through which you will explore topics such as:
Upon completion of the course, you will have the opportunity to progress to our full Masters degree.
Teaching methods
Studying online gives you the freedom to study when and where it suits you – at home, during your lunch hour or anywhere else you have internet access.
Our courses are delivered through a virtual learning environment (VLE) instead of a traditional campus. This means you will have access to your study materials 24/7, including:
To ensure you receive the support you need from your tutor, we keep our class sizes small.
Assessment methods
Rather than fretting about exams, you will be assessed exclusively through assignments. This can be by engaging in discussion forums throughout your modules, completing reflective journal entries, or by submitting longer written pieces.
We are committed to providing frequent and transparent feedback through the following ways:
Career prospects
Demand for logistics and supply chain management professionals is very high, with an estimated six positions available for each qualified candidate. Possible roles include those within supply chain planning and design, warehouse management, procurement, freight transportation, inventory management and control, and distribution network design.
Academic entry route - You must have the following qualifications as a minimum: an undergraduate degree from an approved institution, equivalent to a UK Honours degree, or a relevant professional qualification. Work experience entry route - You must meet the following criteria: Have at least three years relevant work experience.
Students living in
Domestic
£520 month
Students from Domestic
Full tuition fee: £8,314. The fee mentioned above is for 2024/2025 entry. There may be a slight increase in 2025/2026 entry.
£544 month
Students from EU
Full tuition fee: £8,700. The fee mentioned above is for 2024/2025 entry. There may be a slight increase in 2025/2026 entry.
£544 month
Students from International
Full tuition fee: £8,700. The fee mentioned above is for 2024/2025 entry. There may be a slight increase in 2025/2026 entry.
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