IoSCM Level 4 Certificate in Managing Logistics Operations

IoSCM qualifications offered by LLA

Innovative programmes for those who wish to develop their knowledge and understanding of the supply chain and its component activities.

With our process of continuous assessment, there are no examinations to complete.

This Level 4 qualification is available as a Certificate for those aspiring to work in managing Logistics Operations. This course has been designed to provide the essential leadership and management skills, combined with study of specialist areas common to all logistics operations.

Employers are increasingly looking to recruit staff with leadership and management skills; therefore this course will provide essential knowledge and skills to enhance career prospects.

The IoSCM Level 4 Certificate in Managing Logistics Operations is exclusive to Logistics Learning Alliance. The programme is designed as a stepping stone to a “top-up”  Foundation Degree in Logistics with Lincoln University.

Course Content

Four mandatory units:

    Introduction to Logistics and Supply Chain Management

    Managing People

    Teamwork and Motivation

    Continuous Improvement

Each unit consists of 80 Guided Learning Hours (GLH) and the total for the course is 320 GLH. See detail below.

How Will I Study?

The IoSCM Level 4 Certificate in Managing Logistics Operations with LLA is studied exclusively through supported distance learning, meaning students can study anywhere in the world, at their own speed.

Upon enrolment on to your chosen programme, you will be given access to our comprehensive case study which is based on the fictitious company SCILplc.

This online case study contains all the information required to complete your tasks, including maps and meetings with the key people within SCILplc.

You will also be assigned one of our qualified tutors who will assist you throughout your programme and ensure your completion of the course. And Student Support are also on hand to help every step of the way.

Detailed Course Content

Managing People

• Understand the principles of leadership and management
• Understanding the information and knowledge needed to make decisions to meet workplace objectives
• Understand staffing constraints within the context of a company environment
• Understand how to manage people in the work place

Teamwork and Mentoring 

• Understand individuals and teams
• Understand how to identify ways to develop individuals and teams
• Understand how to motivate  individuals and teams
• Understand how to identify and deal with the barriers to team effectiveness 
• Understand how to implement effective communication with a team

Intro to Logistics and Supply Chain Management 

• Understand the concept of a supply chain
• Understand how Supply Chains operate
• Understand the importance of supply chain planning
• Understand supply chain sustainability
• Understand the concept of lean within a supply chain
• Understand Supply Chain Improvement

Continuous Improvement

• Understand the concept and application of Continuous Improvement
• Know the different techniques to facilitate Continuous Improvement
• Know the different problem solving techniques
• Know how to initiate a working environment for continuous improvement
• Know to how involve individuals, teams and other stakeholders in Continuous Improvement activities