Diploma in Logistics Management (DIMENSIONS International College)
Course Information
Description
Programme Introduction
Besides being ranked as the No.1 Logistics Hub in Asia in the 2014 Logistics Performance Index by the World Bank Group (WBG), Singapore is also widely known as a world-leading logistics and commodity trading hub which facilitates the transportation of goods by air, sea and land. With 20 of the world’s top 25 logistics players having a strong and dominant presence in our cosmopolitan city-state, it is no surprise that many local employers are on the lookout for candidates who possess the specialised skills to streamline day-to-day business operations in the logistics sector.
Conducted at DIMENSIONS International College, the Diploma in Logistics Management programme provides learners with an understanding of the process of planning, implementing and controlling the efficient and effective flow and storage of goods, services and related information from point of origin to point of consumption, for the purpose of conforming to the requirements made by customers.
All learners are required to complete six (6) months of Institutional Training and another six (6) months of Industrial Attachment* endorsed by Singapore Institute of Purchasing & Materials Management (SIPMM). Upon successful completion of the programme, qualified students will be awarded the Diploma in Logistics Management by DIMENSIONS International College.
Objective
- To provide learners with the essential knowledge and principles of logistics operations and the related business activities
- To enable learners to acquire the relevant skills and knowledge to excel in the logistics industry
Designed for
- International students who have successfully completed their educational qualification which is equivalent to Year 12 in their respective home countries and are interested in understanding the principles of logistics and warehouse management.
- Existing materials and logistics executives who desire to hone their skills and deepen their expertise in the field of logistics operations and management.
Entry Requirements
Academic Level: Equivalent to Year 12 from the respective home country of the applicant
Note: Applicants with non-standard entry qualifications will be considered on a case-by-case basis
English Proficiency: At least IELTS 5.5 or DIMENSIONS CAE Level 4 or Pass the English Proficiency Test at equivalent level conducted by DIMENSIONS or its equivalent. English proficiency may be considered to have been met and an IELTS score may not be required if applicant possesses a highest qualification where English is the sole medium of instruction
Career Opportunities
Students may consider pursuing an Advanced Diploma in Logistics and Supply Chain Management awarded by DIMENSIONS International College.
Notes:
Foreigner’s application for jobs in Singapore is subject to the approval from the Ministry of Manpower of Singapore (MOM). DIMENSIONS DOES NOT GUARANTEE any success rate of approval.
Modules
Course Outline
- Outline for Principles of Logistics Management
- Outline for Warehousing Management
- Outline for Purchasing Management
- Outline for Introduction to Material Resource Planning
- Outline for Management Information System
- Outline for Physical Distribution Management
- Outline for Internship / Industrial Attachment*
* Internship / Industrial Attachment (IA) will be arranged for qualified students. Students must satisfy the following pre-qualifying requirements prior to school’s arrangement for their Internship / IA posting:
- Students must be at least 18 years old at the time of the IA posting
- Complete and pass the practical and theory assessments of your course
- Achieve at least an attendance rate of 90%
- Pass the Interview and Screening Test (comprising technical test and performance test)
See course webpage for more information
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