Extended Diploma in Operations and Supply Chain Management

In Partnership with Qualifications Scotland

Credits :120 SCQF

SCQF Level: Level 11

Mode:100% Online | Self paced

About Extended Diploma in Operations and Supply Chain Management

The Extended Diploma in Operations and Supply Chain Management develops knowledge and skills across strategic management, international marketing management, strategic leadership and HR practices, sustainability and business, operations and project management, and strategic supply chain and logistics management. The programme covers organisational strategy, operations, logistics, procurement, supplier relationships, shipping operations and the use of information technology within supply chain management.

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Course Curriculum

Module 1: Strategic Leadership and HR Practices in Organisations
Develop leadership and strategic human resource management capabilities to support organisational performance and change management.
Duration: 4–6 weeks | SCQF Credits: 20

This module examines strategic HR management practices, leadership approaches, organisational performance, and change management strategies used within modern business environments.

Learning Outcome

Critically analyse the significance of Strategic Human Resources Management within organisations
Evaluate the impact of HR management activities on organisational performance
Assess leadership styles and management practices within organisations
Plan organisational change implementation strategies

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Module 2: International Marketing Management
Examine global marketing challenges, international business environments, marketing planning, brand management and consumer behaviour across markets.
Duration: 4–6 weeks | SCQF Credits: 20

This module introduces key global marketing challenges and the relationship between international business, diverse societies and environments. It examines changing global business environments and their impact on marketing management functions, while developing skills in international marketing planning, brand management and creative marketing.

Learning Outcome

Analyse the changing business environment(s) globally and how they pose challenges to marketing management functions in organisations.
Develop marketing plans with the application of appropriate marketing models, tools and techniques.
Develop marketing plans with the application of appropriate marketing models, tools and techniques.
Evaluate the skills needed as a creative marketer to launch new products/services in a dynamic global marketplace.

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Module 3: Strategic Management
Strengthen strategic thinking and leadership capabilities required to support educational and organisational performance.
Duration: 4–6 weeks | SCQF Credits: 20

This module examines strategic management, stakeholder expectations, economic, political and cultural factors, innovative strategies, and leadership approaches in a global context.

Learning Outcome

Critically evaluate the relationship between strategy, stakeholder expectations and organisational performance.
Evaluate the impact of current and emerging Economic, Political and Cultural factors on the strategic management of an organisation.
Formulate innovative business strategies designed to contribute to the success of an organisation.
Critically assess different leadership styles in developing corporate values, social responsibilities and managing strategic change.

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Module 4: Sustainability and Business
Examine sustainability challenges and opportunities and the alignment of organisational strategies and business functions with sustainability.
Duration: 4–6 weeks | SCQF Credits: 20

This module critically reviews sustainability challenges and opportunities for organisations in a global context. It examines how organisations can redesign their strategies and policies to align with a sustainability agenda.

Learning Outcome

Appraise the multiple dimensions of sustainability for businesses in the context of global challenges.
Critically review, evaluate, and develop sustainability strategies of organisations.
Critically analyse the strategic alignment of the business functions to sustainability.
Critically analyse an organisation’s global sustainability and your contribution to the impact on global sustainability.

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Module 5: Operations and Project Management
Develop knowledge of supply chain, logistics, procurement, inventory, warehousing, transportation and shipping operations.
Duration: 4–6 weeks | SCQF Credits: 20

This module prepares learners intellectually and practically for effective workplace performance. It develops an understanding of management and business processes, including the interrelationship between an organisation’s core functional areas of supply chain and logistics management. Learners gain knowledge of inventory management, freight forwarding systems, inbound and outbound logistics systems, distribution channels, warehousing and storage systems, material handling and packaging, transportation management and the legal aspects of goods management.

Learning Outcome

Understand the relationship between supply chain and logistics management and its link to organisational business strategies.
Be able to use information technology to optimise supplier relationships in an organisation.
Understand the role of logistics and procurement, including the buyer/supplier relationship in the Supply Chain industry.
Understand the basics of shipping operations, including the documentation involved.

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Strategic HRD
Talent development
Learning and development
HRD in supply chain and logistics
Supplier relationships
Logistics and procurement
Warehousing and storage
Shipping operations

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Module 6: Strategic Supply Chain & Logistics Management
Explore modern supply chain and logistics strategies, supplier relationships and operational challenges across different sectors.
Duration: 4–6 weeks | SCQF Credits: 20

This module introduces modern and fundamental supply chain management and logistics strategies, theories and models within the context of supplier relationships and common operational challenges faced by supply chain management across a wide range of sectors.

Learning Outcome

Critically analyse the relationship between supply chain and logistics management, and its link to organisational business strategies.
Critically review the use of information technology to optimise supplier relationships in an organisation.
Critically analyse the role of logistics and procurement, including buyer/supplier relationships in the supply chain industry.
Critically analyse the role of logistics and procurement, including buyer/supplier relationships in the supply chain industry.

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Awarded by Qualifications Scotland

This qualification is credit-rated at SCQF Level 11 and aligned with the Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework, ensuring international recognition, academic quality, and career progression opportunities.

Highlights:

Qualifications Scotland offers globally recognised qualifications with strong academic and industry credibility.
Focused on building practical, job-ready skills for specific roles and sectors.
All qualifications are benchmarked against the SCQF, ensuring transparency, quality assurance, and international recognition.

Certified Supply Chain Management Professional
Awarded by Chartered Management Institute, UK

The Chartered Management Institute (CMI) works with business and education to inspire people to become skilled, confident, and successful managers and leaders. Chartered Management Institute is the only chartered professional body dedicated to promoting the highest standards in management and leadership excellence.

Elevate Your Professional Credential

Take your professional development a step further with the option to claim a CMI Certificate alongside your programme.
Available as an optional certificate upgrade, this provides formal recognition of your learning through the Chartered Management Institute (CMI) and adds further value to your professional qualification.

$3600

$6000
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Benefits Obtained :

MBA in Operations and Supply Chain Management
The MBA in Operations and Supply Chain Management develops strategic and practical skills in managing global supply chain operations. It focuses on logistics, procurement, inventory, distribution, and supply chain efficiency.
Duration: 6-8 Months | Total Credits: 120 | Price: ~~$6000~~ $3600

The MBA in Operations and Supply Chain Management focuses on strategic management, operations management, logistics, procurement, inventory management, and global supply chain systems.

Learners develop expertise in supply chain strategy, operational efficiency, technology, and strategic decision making, preparing them for leadership roles in operations, logistics, supply chain management, and related fields.

Credits for Part 2: 60 accumulating to a total of 180 to complete the MBA in Operations and Supply Chain Management

SCQF Level: 11

Mode: Blended with onsite workshops and a dedicated supervisor for the Capstone Project

Part 2: Upon completion of the 3 modules of part 2, students will be eligible for receiving MBA in Operations and Supply Chain Management degree, awarded by University of Gloucestershire, these modules contribute towards a total of 60 credits.