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Planning, implementing and controlling the flow of goods and services throughout the supply chain

DIPLOMA IN LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT

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DIPLOMA IN LOGISTICS MANAGEMENTABOUT THIS COURSE

Managing the flow of materials across the whole supply chain, from source, through industrial processing to the end user and ultimately to disposal or recycling, is a complex and challenging function that has never been more essential than in today’s globalised economy.

The Diploma in Logistics Management is the ideal professional development course for today’s logistics personnel. Logistics professionals operate in a demanding and evolving environment whilst striving to co-ordinate the many and complex activities that provide companies and organisations with essential materials and services that they need to achieve their goals.

This part-time distance education course, delivered in partnership between Lloyd’s Academy and North Kent College, provides a thorough grounding in the major disciplines of logistics management.

Course highlights:

• Delivered by experts inthe field – Course Director:Kevin Robinson BSc, PGCE,QTLS, MSET, FCILT

• Duration: 12 months

• Delivery: Distance Learning

• Award: Diploma assessed andawarded by North Kent College

Ideal for:

• Transport, warehouse and othersupply chain professionalswishing to increase orformalise knowledge

• Suppliers, manufacturers,distributors and retailersneeding to develop supplychain understanding

• Freight transporters plus shippingand terminal operators lookingfor a global understanding

• Importers, exporters, forwardersand contract negotiatorsaiming to improve skills

• Logistics employees andmanagement trainees seekingto advance their careers orprogress to a more strategic role

“ An excellent course that pulls together all the main elements of logistics management into a well structured and well delivered format” Scott Hardy, Faber Maunsell

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DIPLOMA IN LOGISTICS MANAGEMENTOUTCOMES

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

1. Gain detailed insight into managing the flow ofmaterials across the whole supply chain andanalyse how logistics is a goals-critical function

2. Discover why it is so essential to maximiseyour supply chain’s potential and explain thewhole process from source through industrialprocessing to the customer and then oneday onto final disposal or recycling

3. The importance of why managers mustbalance cost, effectiveness and risk to fulfil thedemands of their organisation’s supply chain

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DIPLOMA IN LOGISTICS MANAGEMENTCOURSE LEADERS

Kevin Robinson BSc, PGCE, QTLS, MSET, FCILT

Kevin is an experienced transport and logistics professional with over 20 years’ experience of logistics and supply chain operations at locations around the world covering a wide range of cargo types and transport modes.

A chartered fellow of the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT), Kevin’s operational experience spans deep-sea and short-sea shipping, airfreight, rail movements and road haulage as both in-house and 3PL-based solutions. As a qualified teacher and lecturer, Kevin has been involved in the authoring and delivery of logistics and supply chain qualifications for the University of Hull, Leeds Metropolitan University, Wuhan Technical College of Communications and the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport.

He has delivered transport and logistics courses for major oil producing companies, shipping lines, freight forwarders and the British Ministry of Defence, in the UK and overseas. Kevin is currently the Managing Director of his own logistics and supply chain consultancy.

How You Will Learn:Every course is broken down into manageable modules, designed to accelerate your learning process through diverse learning activities:

• Work through your instructional material online

• Interact with your peers and learning facilitators through the online forum todiscuss subject related issues and to network with your fellow learners

• Investigate relevant, real-world case studies

• Apply what you learn each week to ongoing project submissions

“ The course was excellent - materials were well structured and easy to understand and I received tremendous support from experienced coordinators and course directors. I’m now expecting a promotion in my current job.”2014 Graduate




When does it start and how long is the course?

The course is 12 months long and the modules are released online, one every month. Please go online to see the next available start date.

What are the entry requirements?

Participants should be able to prove a minimum achievement of A-Level or equivalent (High School) or those who demonstrate a number of years of relevant industry experience are welcome to apply. You must have an adequate command of English in order to meet the demands of the course.

How is the course assessed?

The course is assessed through a mixture of written course work and online tests. Written assignments are submitted online and written feedback is provided by the marker.

How much does it cost?

Please go online to www.lloydsmaritimeacademy.com/dds and see the Fees page for full details. An interest-free instalment plan is available. Please contact us for more details.

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DIPLOMA IN LOGISTICS MANAGEMENTSYLLABUS

This module sets the scene for the course by introducing global trade and the role logistics plays within this.

Learning outcomes:• Evaluate the advantages and

disadvantages of globalisation• Identify and explain at least four

different customs routines• Research and highlight relevant issues

in differing transport sectors

Indicative Structure:• Evolution and development of trade• Evolution of transport modes and the

opening-up of new markets and trades• Changes in manufacturing practices• Deregulation• Spread of globalisation• Customs routines• Free Trade Zones• Trading Blocks and customs unions• Transport sectors (for example; retail, oil

& gas, project cargo, food, automotive,pharma, humanitarian, people)

• Definitions and terminology

“ Being particularly new in this field of logistics management, I’ve learnt so much from the course and also got a clear in-depth understanding of the practical logistic processes. It’s interesting and will be of great benefit to me and my employer”Robert Enow Abunaw, NETRADA Fulfillment Garbsen GmbH

INTRODUCTION TO TRADE AND THE SUPPLY CHAINModule 1




This module examines in depth the different modes of transport used in logistics and the role of intermodal transport.

Learning Outcomes:• Compare and contrast the advantages

and disadvantages of threedifferent modes of transport

• Justify the use of Intermodal transport• Summarise the key information necessary

for successful transportation

Indicative Structure:• Comparison of freight and

passenger transport• Evaluation of road transport• Evaluation of rail transport• Evaluation of sea transport• Evaluation of air transport• Intermodal transport

• Equipment• Infrastructure

• Other modes of transport• Animal transportation• Transportation of people• Information flows


• The supply chain concept• Supply chain strategy and planning• The role of depots, warehouses

and distribution centres• Channels of distribution• Modal selection• Optimisation of transport modes• Value-added services

Indicative Structure:• The supply chain concept• Supply chain strategy and planning• The role of depots, warehouses

and distribution centres• Channels of distribution• Modal selection• Optimisation of transport modes• Value-added services

LOGISTICS, DISTRIBUTION AND THE SUPPLY CHAINModule 3

This module studies supply chain strategies in more detail, and looks at how supply chain strategies and logistics work hand in hand.

Learning Outcomes:

MOVEMENT OF GOODS, PEOPLE, ANIMALS AND INFORMATIONModule 2





The topics of warehouse management and inventory management are explored in detail in this module.

Learning Outcomes:• Create a suitable warehouse design

for a given storage scenario• Select suitable MHE based on

product specifications• Apply appropriate forecasting

techniques to predict future demand

Indicative Structure:• Storage methods• Warehouse construction• Warehouse design• Inventory location• Packaging• Mechanical Handling Equipment (MHE)• Automation• Technology• Warehouse routines and operations• Reasons for holding inventory• Inventory costs• Lead times• Inventory replenishment techniques• Re-order quantities• Forecasting• Collaborative planning and forecasting• Demand management• Services vs goods• Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI)

WAREHOUSING AND INVENTORY MANAGEMENTModule 4

This module looks at the operations aspect of logistics, e.g., documentation, customer service and regulation.

Learning Outcomes:• Categorise the various operational processes

involved in freight transportation• Prepare for different pieces of documentation

associated with international transportation• Generate suitable KPIs for a

given logistical scenario

Indicative Structure:• Logistical operations and processes• Who does what• Legislation and regulation• Documentation

• Including animal and plantproducts, licences, people(i.e. passports and visas, etc.)

• Packing• Hazardous cargo• Temperature control• Out of Gauge (OOG)• Project cargo• Customer service• KPIs and SLAs

OPERATIONS MANAGEMENTModule 5




This module studies the issue of procurement and sourcing, including a look at tendering and ethical sourcing.

Learning Outcomes:• Apply appropriate techniques for the

efficient sourcing of goods and services• Relate the importance of ethical sourcing• Prepare a suitable bid for a

hypothetical Invitation to Tender

Indicative Structure:• Sourcing Methods and techniques• Selection process• Procurement practice• Payment terms• Incoterms• Ethical sourcing• Tendering• Service contracts• The law


The topic of business management in logistics is examined in this module, with an examination of marketing, people management and effective leadership.

Learning Outcomes:• Evaluate the advantages and disadvantages

of various functional company structures• Appraise outsourcing as a business strategy• Prepare a business plan

Indicative Structure:• Legal structures• Functional structures• Leadership and management• Outsourcing• Marketing

• Services and goods• People management

• HR• Recruitment• Team working

• Business planning

BUSINESS MANAGEMENT IN LOGISTICSModule 7

PROCUREMENT, SOURCING AND CONTRACTING OF SERVICESModule 6

“ An excellent course that pulls together all the main elements of logistics management into a well structured and well delivered format”Scott Hardy, Faber Maunsell





This module examines the important issue of supply chain risk, and how to manage it.

Learning Outcomes:• Judge supply chain risk• Devise a supply chain risk management plan• Predict environmental issues within

a supply chain and recommendmeasures to reduce their impact

Indicative Structure:• Supply chain risk• Risk management• Environmental issues

• Modal comparison• Waste and waste management

• Reducing environmental impact• Cooperation and collaboration

SUPPLY CHAIN SUSTAINABILITYModule 8

FINANCE IN LOGISTICSModule 9

This penultimate module looks at finance in logistics, for example operating costs, P&L and budgets.

Learning Outcomes:• Analyse financial documents• Classify supply chain costs• Prepare a basic budget

Indicative Structure:• Introduction to finance• Operating costs

• Fixed• Variable

• Costing techniques• Selling prices• P&L• Balance sheet• Budgets





CASE STUDYModule 11

RECENT AND EMERGING TRENDS IN LOGISTICSModule 10

This final module examines the most pressing current and emerging trends in logistics and the impact they can have on business.

Learning Outcomes:• Hypothesize the effects of emerging

technologies on existing supply chains• Show how legislation can

impact supply chains• Estimate how changes to the external

environment may affect supply chains

Indicative Structure:• Autonomous vehicles• 3D printing• Drones• Online trading and exchanges• Social media• Future technology• Legislation• Mergers and acquisitions – trends• Changing demographics and economies

The case study will give the student guidance on creating an effective logistics plan for a company based in the chilled/frozen foods sector, taking into account the topics learnt in the previous modules.

Learning Outcomes:The final module is a case study is on effective and sustainable logistics management for a global manufacturer in the chilled/frozen foods sector. It will draw together from lessons learnt from the previous topics.

Indicative Structure:• Background to logistics and

supply chain management• Modelling techniques in logistics

and supply chain management• Review of logistics and supply

chain performance indicators• Analytical performance and

benchmarking techniques• Current issues in supply chain

performance and optimisation• Case study applications




DIPLOMA IN LOGISTICS MANAGEMENTCOMPANIES THAT HAVE BENEFITTED

ABX Logistics Portugal LDAAchema GroupAgip KCOAlexandra PLCAlexandria International Container TerminalsAndrew Weir Shipping LtdAP Moller MaerskAPL Logistics EuropeArutmin IndonesiaAustrian AirlinesBarwil EgytransBDP WakestoneBelize Ports AuthorityBerwin and BerwinBesix BE SABetz Nederland BVBP AngolaBP Exploration (Caspian Sea) LtdBrowning EnterprisesCameroon Oil Transportation CompanyCampbell McCleave & Co LtdCanadian EmbassyChevron VietnamClipper Marine Services A/SClyde Marine Recruitment LtdCoca Cola Bottling (Luanda)Copenhagen Business SchoolCrown Timber PLCCSA SPACSAV (Ocean Carrier)CTC-ARI Airports LtdDahbar International LtdDavies Turner PLCDFS Express Lines LtdDHL Worldwide NetworkDmco AS Maersk LogisticsDornack International LtdDPD IrelandDraexlmaier Automotive UK LtdDSV SolutionsDubai Aluminium Co LimitedEON UKEscombe Lambert Holdings LtdEspace Europe LimitedEurofreight LogisticsFaber MaunsellFar Eastern Shipping Company

FESCOFreight Links InternationalFujifilm ImagingGAP Vassilopoulous Public LtdGeneral Organisation of Sea PortsGeodis UK LtdGGP SwedenGlobal Forwarding LtdGlobe Marine Services CoGulf Agency CompanyGulftainer Company LtdHatch AfricaH B FullerHonda Europe NVIndelox Services PVT LtdIRISL Maritime Training InstituteIT Logistics Global Services LtdItalia Marittira S.P.AJF HillebrandJLH Container Services LtdJSC Belarusian Potash CompanyKellogg Brown & Root LtdKingston Logistics Center LtdKuehne & NagelLafarge Cement UKLondon Fancy BoxMaersk Marine ServicesMaurice Ward & Co LtdMTC-VodafoneMurals Logistics AgencyNaouri GroupNational Marine CorNETRADA Fulfillment Garbsen GmbHNFT DistributionNational Marine CorpNorwegian Cruise LineNYK LineOcean Logistics PVT LtdOctal PetrochemicalsOrange TelecommunicationsOrinoco Marine ConsultancyOryx Oil Company LtdOSG Ship ManagementPanalpina World TransportPanda-Savola GroupPetrascoPFS Persian Forwarding Services Co Ltd

Port of Luanda

Rederiet J.Skaten AS

Redfern International Ltd

RFTRAQ Ltd

ROM Ltd

RSA Logistics DWC LLC

Salam Shipping and Forwarding

SANKO Ship Management

Shell Petroleum

South Shipping Lines Iran Line

Swift Group

Tallink/Silja Group

Teekay Shipping Services

Tesco

Thamesport Ltd

The Body Shop

The Bristol Port Company

The Edrington Group

The National Titanium Dioxide

The Orvis Co Inc

Thirdwave Biotech Pte Ltd

Trans Ocean Distribution Ltd

Transnet

Trinidad and Tobago Defence Force

Trinity House Lighthouse Services

UNICARGAS

University of Tennessee

Uranium Asset Management Ltd

UTI Logistics

Wallenius Wilhelmsen Logistics

Wartsila Finland Oy

Waterline Limited

Whitestuff

Winkhaus UK Ltd

Workships Africa Ltd

World Design and Trade

World Visison International (Uganda)

Wurth UK Ltd

Yusen Air & Sea Service

Zambezi Freight Services Ltd

ZAO

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DIPLOMA IN LOGISTICS MANAGEMENTWHO WE ARE

ABOUT LLOYD’S MARITIME ACADEMY

Lloyd’s Maritime Academy was born from Lloyd’s List.

Lloyd’s Maritime Academy is the trusted brand for professional development, working with leading academic and industry bodies to provide accredited education and training where it is much needed.

We are stepping up investment in new learning management platforms, improved content and learner resources to enhance your experience and ensure maximum reward for the investment you make in your future.

We continue to research new topics to provide you with the qualifications needed for a successful career; supporting a safer, cleaner and more efficient shipping industry for decades to come.

We look forward to welcoming you onto one of our programmes.

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ASSESSED AND AWARDED BY NORTH KENT COLLEGE

North Kent College is a major UK college based on the River Thames providing further and higher education in the south east of England. The College caters for more than 4,500 students across two main campuses, with a wide variety of academic and vocational courses, as well as professional education and training via short courses, part-time study or distance learning. Full-time and part-time higher education programmes and foundation degrees are delivered via a partnership with the University of Greenwich.

The National Maritime Training Centre at North Kent College is widely recognised within the maritime industry for providing sector-specific training within high quality industry-standard facilities.

The College is committed to helping students to achieve their ambition – whether they wish to gain their first job, achieve high-level professional qualifications, change career or prepare for their next promotion. The College takes pride in working in partnership with industry to provide the correct mix of knowledge and practical skills that are required to sustain the workforce.

North Kent College is a partner of Lloyd’s Maritime Academy in delivering this course and manages assessment, quality assurance and the award of the professional development Diploma.

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