Post Graduate Diploma in Logistics and Supply Chain Management [PGDLSCM] - 14th Batch

• Understand core supply chain concepts and the dynamics involved in global and local operations.
• Develop forecasting and demand planning skills to optimize inventory and production schedules.
• Gain practical knowledge of procurement management, including negotiation, requisition, and contracting.
• Apply strategic sourcing techniques to ensure cost-effective and efficient supplier engagement.
• Master inventory management principles for effective control of stock and minimization of waste.
• Explore warehouse management systems and techniques for layout planning, material handling, and process optimization.
• Understand transport and distribution systems, including global logistics and last-mile delivery strategies.
• Learn to implement and manage logistics information systems including ERP and Procurement-to-Pay (P2P) processes.
• Analyze supplier performance, develop supplier scorecards, and foster supplier relationships.
• Understand and apply risk management principles in the supply chain, including fraud and corruption prevention.
• Explore logistics models and their application, including 3PL, 4PL, and modern logistics concepts.
• Understand global supply chain architecture and how international trade impacts logistics decisions.

Units & Modules:

U-1: Introduction to Supply Chain Management

M-1: Concept of Supply Chain Management

M-2: Supply Chain Dynamics

M-3: The Value Chain and Competitive Advantage

M-4: Essentials of Manufacturing & Operation

U-2: Demand Planning & Forecasting

M-5: Principles of Forecasting

M-6: Basic Forecasting Methods

M-7: Customer Segmentation

M-8: Master Scheduling

U-3: Procurement Management for Organization

M-9: Introduction to Procurement Management

M-10: Requisition & PO Management

M-11: Negotiation for Procurement

M-12: Contract Management

U-4: Strategic Sourcing in Supply Chain Management

M-13: Introduction to Strategic Sourcing

M-14: Application of Strategic Sourcing for Cost-Effective Supply Chain Management

M-15: Procurement Portfolio Management

M-16: Spend Analysis and Category Management

U-5: Inventory Management

M-17: The Purpose of Inventory in the Value Chain

M-18: Classification of Inventory

M-19: Procedure for Eliminating Obsolete Inventory

M-20: Record Management in Inventory

U-6: Warehouse Management

M-21: Introduction to Warehouse Management

M-22: Warehouse Process

M-23: Warehouse Layout & Material Handling

M-24: Warehouse Operations

U-7: Transport & Distribution Management

M-25: Introduction to Transportation Management

M-26: Transport Operations

M-27: Overview of Distribution Management

M-28: Global Logistics

U-8: Logistics Information Management

M-29: Information System Functionality

M-30: Introduction to Enterprise Resource Planning & Materials Requirement Planning

M-31: Overview of Procurement to Pay Structure

M-32: Logistics Customer Service

U-9: Supplier Performance Management

M-33: Introduction to Supplier Performance Management

M-34: Supplier Performance Framework

M-35: Supplier Performance Evaluation & Analysis

M-36: Introduction to Supplier Development

U-10 : Risk Management for Supply Chain Management

M-37: Fundamentals of Risk Management

M-38: Introduction to Anti-Corruption

M-39: Overview of Fraud in Supply Chain Management

M-40: Risk Mitigation in Supply Chain Management

U-11: Introduction To Logistics

M-41: Introduction To Logistics

M-42 : Types of Logistics (3PL/4PL)

M-43: Logistics Management and its Elements

M-44: Modern Concepts in Logistics

U-12:  Global Logistics & Supply Chain Management

M-45: Global Logistics and Its Importance in International Trade

M-46 : Export-Import: Practice, Process & Impact Economy

M-47: Global Inbound and Outbound Supply Chain Management

M-48: Global Supply Chain Architecture

By the end of the course, learners will be able to:

• Analyze the role of supply chains in achieving competitive advantage.
• Apply forecasting methods to improve demand planning accuracy.
• Manage end-to-end procurement processes in alignment with organizational goals.
• Design and implement sourcing strategies that optimize cost and service.
• Classify, control, and streamline inventory within the value chain.
• Optimize warehouse operations through effective layout and process control.
• Plan and execute efficient transport and distribution strategies.
• Utilize logistics information systems to enhance transparency and performance.
• Evaluate supplier performance using quantitative and qualitative metrics.
• Identify and mitigate risks across the supply chain network.
• Differentiate between logistics types and deploy suitable models.
• Assess the global logistics landscape and implement international trade logistics practices.

Features:
Duration: 9 Months
Class: 48 Sessions
Short Video Materials: Yes
Class schedule: Saturday 01:30 PM - 04:30 PM GMT
Mode of Learning: Virtual Class (Via Zoom)

Exam Method:
Number of Exams: 12 (Each unit has One Exam)

• Number of Questions: 20 MCQ Questions + 2 Written Questions (Each Exam)
• MCQ Question Mark: 2 * 20=40
• Written Question Mark: 2 * 20= 40
• Exam Duration: 60 Minutes
• Total Marks: 80 (Each Exam)
• Pass Mark: 50%

Assignment: 
Total Assignments: 14

• 01 Pre-Course Assignment (Learning Purpose)
• 12 Unit-wise Assignment 
  • Each Assignment Marks: 20
  • Pass Mark: 50%
• 01 Capstone Projects
  • Assignment Marks: 300
  • Pass Mark: 50%

• 48 Practical Focus Module
• 7 Reference Book
• Post Completion:
  • Electronic Certificate
  • Digital Badge via Credly.com
  • Printed Certificate Available
  • Printed Transcript Available

Comprehensive Understanding of Supply Chain Systems

Ability to explain the concepts, dynamics, and value creation potential of supply chain management, including manufacturing, operations, and value chain strategies.

Demand Planning & Forecasting Expertise

Competence in applying forecasting principles, techniques, customer segmentation, and master scheduling to predict and balance supply with demand effectively.

Procurement and Contract Management Skills

Proficiency in requisition handling, purchase order processing, supplier negotiation, and contract lifecycle management to ensure cost-efficient and ethical procurement.

Strategic Sourcing & Spend Analysis

Ability to conduct spend analysis, apply strategic sourcing frameworks, manage procurement portfolios, and implement category management for competitive advantage.

Transportation & Distribution Management

Knowledge of transport planning, operations, and distribution systems, including global logistics flows, to enhance supply chain responsiveness and sustainability.

Logistics Information System & ERP Competence

Ability to leverage logistics information systems, ERP, and MRP tools for procurement-to-pay processes, customer service enhancement, and data-driven decision-making.

Supply Chain Risk Management

Skills to identify risks (including fraud and corruption), analyze vulnerabilities, and implement effective mitigation strategies to ensure resilience in the supply chain.

Global Logistics & Trade Operations

Knowledge of global supply chain architecture, international logistics, export-import practices, and their impact on economies, enabling effective participation in international trade.