Advanced Diploma in Supply Chain Management
Business, Commerce and Management Studies - Procurement
Purpose and Rationale
Purpose:
The Advanced Diploma in Supply Chain Management is a qualification that provides learners with comprehensive advanced theoretical and applied knowledge in the field of supply chain management. The qualification aims to develop an in-depth conceptual understanding, synthesis and critical application of strategic perspectives of supply chain management in a national and international context and to strive to provide much needed qualifications to the industry according to market need. The target groups for this qualification are people working within mid-level management positions in the various processes of the supply chain or those aspiring for those positions. Qualifying learners can demonstrate knowledge, specific skills and applied competence within opportunities for continued intellectual growth, gainful economic activity in supply chain management field. The Advanced Diploma in Supply Chain Management is also designed to prepare learners for postgraduate study through the deepening of their knowledge and understanding of theories, methodologies and practices in supply chain management. It will enable learners to develop the ability to formulate, undertake and resolve more complex theoretical and practice-related problems and tasks through the selection and use of appropriate methods and techniques.
Rationale:
- Contributes to regional and national goals by facilitating capacity building and personnel development in supply chain management and social and economic development.
- Empowers learners with advanced supply chain management skills and competencies necessary to function, progress and provide strategic leadership in corporate and business environments.
- Attempts to satisfy the demand for advanced managerial and professional skills in the Southern African Development Community.
- Prepares learners for further postgraduate studies in supply chain management.
- Closely aligns training and education provision in the fields of supply chain.
- Supports the South African economy to close the gap between global best practices in supply chain management.
Outcomes
- Develop and administer the implementation of the supply chain management strategy.
- Ensure the availability of appropriate resources and competitive infrastructure to deliver the supply chain strategies.
- Demonstrate knowledge of the fundamental principles of financial management principles and practices.
- Demonstrate broad knowledge of the supply chain management as an integrated and aligned set of systems to create competitive advantage.
Assessment Criteria
Association Assessment Criteria
Exit Level Outcome 1:
- Develop a supply chain system in alignment with the organisational strategy and resource requirements planning.
- Develop a supply chain strategy that maximises benefits and minimises challenges.
- Analyse strategies and make recommendations for improving the achievement of organisational strategic imperatives.
Exit Level Outcome 2:
- Demonstrate an understanding of strategic sourcing and the in/outsourcing process.
- Develop strategies to optimize supply chain procurement operations and ensure stakeholder satisfaction.
- Conduct capacity planning to balance supply and demand.
Exit Level Outcome 3:
- Apply financial management concepts and principles to financial statement analysis.
- Apply time value money techniques to value financial instruments within a risk-return framework.
Exit Level Outcome 4:
- Analyse specific Supply Chain Management issues in a general management context.
- Explain key steps and potential challenges in creating an effective supply chain, highlighting how strategic partnerships can enhance supply chain management.
Integrated Assessment:
-
Formative Assessment Strategies:
- Continuous feedback on progress towards learning outcomes.
- Informal assignments, discussions, case studies, tests, and tutoring.
- Criteria may be observed during classes.
-
Summative Assessment Strategies:
- Judgment of learning in relation to Exit Level Outcomes.
- Examinations, reports, projects, or portfolios of evidence.
- Formal assignments and tests contribute to a cumulative class mark.
- Demonstrate communication, integration of knowledge, problem-solving, critical thinking, and practical applications.
By following these assessment criteria, learners will be able to demonstrate their understanding and application of key supply chain management concepts and principles in a comprehensive and integrated manner.
Qualification Details
- Type
- Advanced Diploma
- NQF Level
- 07
- Min. Credits
- 120
- SAQA Source
- More Information
Education Cost Calculator
This page includes information from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) . Builtneat Pty Ltd trading as Study Start, has modified all or some of this information. SAQA has not approved, endorsed, or tested these modifications.