PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
Following the remarkable achievement of the three preceding cohorts, and in response to the growing demand for skilled supply chain specialists, applications are currently open for the fourth cohort of the Postgraduate Diploma in Procurement and Logistics Management offered by the African Institute for Multidisciplinary Studies (AIMS) in collaboration with Abaarso Tech University.
The program has been co-designed with senior procurement and supply chain professionals and will provide you with the specialist knowledge and skills in procurement and supply chain management essential for advancing your career in this industry. The primary objective of the program is to provide students with a rigorous conceptual framework and systematic knowledge of the best practices in procurement and logistics management while ensuring efficient and effective utilization of organizational resources.
PROGRAM AT GLANCE
Modes of study: Online, Instructor-led
Program duration: 1 Year
February Intake: 4th Batch
Application deadline: 15 February 2024.
Materials and Videos: Accessible through our e-learning platform
Medium of instruction: English
Quota: 30 seats
Registration Fee: 20 USD
Program Fee: 498 USD ($249 per semester)
WHO SHOULD APPLY?
This program is designed for individuals seeking a career in supply chain management or those in the early stages of their professional journey, aiming to enhance their skills. Applicants holding a bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution are eligible for the program. Considering the program curriculum, supply chain practitioners, as well as candidates with a master’s degree or those currently pursuing one, are highly preferred and encouraged to apply.
LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY & COMMITMENT
Course materials will be delivered in English, and given that program instructors come from various international institutions, applicants are expected to have strong English communication skills. Achieving success in the program requires a dedication to participating in two live sessions per week, each spanning 2 to 3 hours. Fulfilling course requirements will also involve allocating extra time for reviewing materials, preparing projects and assignments, and completing exams.
PROGRAM CURRICULUM
This program covers a comprehensive range of courses, providing a strong foundation in logistics, procurement, and supply chain management.
SEMESTER I
- Logistics and Supply Chain Management
- Principles of Strategic Procurement
- Warehouse and Inventory Management
- Research Methodology and Ethics
SEMESTER II
- Public and Private Sector Procurement
- Contract &Negation Management
- Logistics Operations Management
- Humanitarian Logistics
- Research Project.
SEMINAR SERIES
Throughout the program, enrolled students will have the opportunity to attend five international seminars, covering topics such as Entrepreneurship in International Trade, Six Sigma in Supply Chain Management, Distribution and Freight Logistics, E-procurement & E-logistics, and Port and Terminal Management to enhance and fortify their expertise in the field.
CAREER PATHS
Logistics and Logistics management graduates are in high demand around the world. Rewarding career opportunities available within this diverse field include:
- Logistics Manager
- Supply Manager
- Supply Chain Director/Manager
- Export Manager
- Operations Manager
- Transportation manager
- Procurement Manager
- Shipping Coordinator
- Freight Manager.
- Logistics and Procurement Specialist
MERIT SCHOLARSHIP (50%)
The student with the highest overall GPA in the first semester will be awarded a 50% scholarship for the subsequent semester. The second and third-ranking students will receive 30% and 20% scholarships, respectively.
ASSESSMENTS & GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
Course assessments involve case studies, simulations, article reviews, term papers, and scenario-based exams, requiring students to achieve a minimum score of 60%. In the early stages of the second semester, students select a research topic in their field. Upon approval from the supervisor and research committee, they initiate the writing of a research paper, a graduation prerequisite. This paper is presented at the International Conference of Natural, Health, and Social Science (ICONHASS), hosted by our institute, allowing students to synthesize program knowledge and apply it to practical field experiences.
CERTIFICATION
Upon successful completion of the program, participants will be awarded a Post-Graduate Diploma in Procurement and Logistics Management. African Institute for Multidisciplinary Studies –AIMS and Abaarso Tech University will jointly award the Certificate.
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Bashir Mohamed You
Şubat 3, 2023AIMS is very committed, friendly, very easily adaptable, and a dedicated higher education institution which makes great efforts in recruiting the best and most qualified lecturers that are professionals to produce highly qualified students. I was fortunate enough to pursue a Postgraduate Diploma in Procurement and Logistics Management at AIMS.
Ismail Sadi Mohamud You
Şubat 3, 2023I'm so thankful that I chose AIMS. I cherish the moments spent under the guidance of eminent faculty members and my dear friends. I'd recommend the African Institute for Multidisciplinary Studies every time. Thank you for helping me shape my career.