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BSc(Hons) Global Logistics (Part-Time)

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The focus for BSc (Hons) Global Logistics, awarded by Coventry University, UK, isto apply appropriate knowledge and analytical techniques to solve a broad range of logistics-related tasks across the industry. There is a strong emphasis on professional and innovative working practices, with an awareness of fundamental theoretical and analytical approaches.
Key is the continued access to industry (and research) standard apparatus and software. In addition, asignificant component of the degree is the individual project, which allows the student to demonstrate the skills they have learned within a professional context.
The individual project is bespoke, research, and industry-inspired, and particular to each student with specific aims and objectives that are matched to their strengths and career aims. In addition, it reinforces and builds on aspects of topics they have learned during their course.
Upon completing this degree, you will receive a qualification awarded by Coventry University.

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Department

Productivity and Quality Centre
NIBM Programmes

Campus

Colombo /
NIBM Programmes

Level

Degree
NIBM

Method

Part Time
NIBM

Duration

3 Years

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

For entry into Year 1: Advanced Diploma in Logistics Management

  • Those who are completed a bachelor’s degree and employed

OR

  • G.C.E A/L qualification with more than three years of working experience in the relevant field

OR

  • G.C.E O/L qualification with more than five years of working experience in the relevant field

OR

  • Advanced Certificate (SLQF level 2, NVQ level 4) offered by a recognized institute with more than one year of working experience in the relevant field

OR

  • Those who have completed a one-year foundation program and employed in the appropriate area for more than three years.

For entry into Year 2: Higher National Diploma in Logistics Management

  • Those who have completed the course work of the Advanced National Diploma in Logistics Management (Part-time) program are eligible to enter the Higher National Diploma in Logistics Management (second year of the degree).

OR

  • Those who have completed the Advanced Diploma level program from the NIBM or a recognized institution (upon validation of the Diploma by NIBM) with required experience are eligible to enroll for the Higher National Diploma in Logistics Management (second year of the degree)
  • Those who have completed the Higher National Diploma in Logistics Management from the NIBM are eligible to enroll for the final year of the degree

 

Commencement

  • Colombo – 17th March 2024 ( First Year )
  • Colombo – 03rd March ( Second Year )
  • Colombo – June 2024 ( Third Year )

Course structure and modules

Year 01: Advanced Diploma in Logistics Management

Semester 01

  • Introduction to Supply Chain and Logistics
  • Management Information Systems
  • Business Analytics
  • Industrial Law and Industrial Relations
  • Import and Export Management
  • Operations Management

Semester 02

  • Free Zone, Hub, and Port Operations
  • Warehousing, and Inventory Control Management
  • Materials Management
  • Operations Research Practices
  • International Trade Theories
  • Introduction to Research Methods

Year 02: Higher National Diploma in Logistics Management

Semester 01

  • Industrial Marketing
  • Accounting for Materials Management
  • Logistics Economics
  • Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)
  • Procurement and Supplies Management
  • Transportation Decision Analysis

Semester 02

  • Demand Management
  • Developments in Import and Export Trades
  • Lean Six Sigma Quality for Supply Chain
  • Creativity, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship
  • Individual Research

Year 03: BSc (Hons) Global Logistics

Semester 01

  • English for Logistics
  • Project Management
  • Global Logistics And Supply Chain Management

Semester 02

  • Lean Systems and Production Control
  • Inventory And Distribution Management
  • Individual Project

Programme Fees

Year 1 – Advanced Diploma in Logistics Management Course Fee: LKR 250,000 + Registration Fee: LKR 5,000

Year 2 – Higher National Diploma in Logistics Management Course Fee: LKR 400,000  + Registration Fee: LKR 5,000

Year 3 – BSc (Hons) Global Logistics Course Fee: LKR 850,000 + Registration Fee: LKR 8,000