This diploma develops specialist knowledge of logistics and supply chain management through six mandatory units, combining business, operations, finance, communication, research and team management...
This Ofqual regulated Level 4 qualification provides a specialist programme in logistics and supply chain management with mandatory units that build academic, operational, financial, communication and team management capability.
Ofqual regulated OTHM qualification
6 mandatory units
120 credits
1200 Total Qualification Time hours
600 Guided Learning Hours
Assessed by coursework on a Pass/Fail basis
The OTHM Level 4 Diploma in Logistics and Supply Chain Management is designed to provide learners with a specialist programme of study that develops depth of knowledge and understanding across key aspects of the logistics and supply chain management sector. The qualification introduces contemporary business and logistics topics and combines theoretical and practical learning.
Provides specialist Level 4 study in logistics and supply chain management
Combines theoretical knowledge with practical business application
Covers research, operations, finance, communication and team management
Builds understanding of internal and external business environments
Supports career development in logistics and supply chain functions
Creates progression opportunities to higher study
Learners will develop knowledge and practical understanding across the qualification’s six mandatory units, covering research, logistics operations, finance, communication and leadership in logistics and supply chain contexts.
Understand academic research, writing, critical thinking and argument construction
Understand logistics categories, functions, structures and business environments
Understand operations management, logistics management, warehousing, inventory, transportation and distribution
Understand finance, sources of finance, budgeting and financial performance analysis in logistics businesses
Understand and apply effective communication in business, including internal and external stakeholder communication
Understand leadership, team development, performance improvement and self-assessment as a leader and manager
This qualification is suitable for learners aged 18 and above who want a specialist Level 4 pathway in logistics and supply chain management or who want to progress academically or professionally in the sector.
Learners seeking a Level 4 logistics and supply chain qualification
Individuals preparing for supervisory or operational roles in logistics
Students progressing from Level 3 or equivalent study
Mature learners with relevant management experience
Learners aiming for further OTHM Level 5 study
Learners seeking entry toward Year 2 of a UK Bachelor’s degree pathway
OTHM states that learners are typically aged 18 and above and should meet at least one of the published academic or experience-based entry profiles. English language evidence is required where applicable.
Relevant Level 3 Diploma or equivalent, GCE Advanced level in 2 subjects or equivalent, or mature learner over 21 with relevant management experience
Evidence of English language competency for learners who are not from a majority English-speaking country
The qualification is assessed through coursework. Learners are assessed against published learning outcomes and assessment criteria, with formative and summative assessment, internal quality assurance and achievement recorded on a Pass/Fail basis.
Assessment method is coursework
Overall grading type is Pass / Fail
Assessment is based on meeting all learning outcomes and assessment criteria
Formative and summative assessment are used during the programme
Successful completion of this qualification supports both academic and career progression in logistics and supply chain management. OTHM also confirms progression opportunities to higher-level qualifications and UK degree pathways.
Progress to relevant OTHM Level 5 Extended Diplomas
Within 3 years, complete the required Level 5 mandatory 6 units and 120 credits to gain the full OTHM Level 5 Extended Diploma in Logistics and Supply Chain Management
Eligible for direct entry into Year 2 of a three-year UK Bachelor’s degree programme
Progress into a wide range of logistics and supply chain management roles
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