Advanced Diploma in Logistics (2024)

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APPLY BY DATE:
14 April 2024
TO START BY:
29 April 2024

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Advanced Diploma in Logistics

The purpose of the Advanced Diploma in Logistics, also known as an AdvDip (Logistics), is to provide both theoretical knowledge and practical skills in the field of logistics management for prospective students who are currently middle managers, or aspire towards middle management, so that they can apply the principles of logistics management in their working environment.

To this end, the programme makes provision for the development of knowledge and applied competence related to procurement, logistics processes and practices, project management, logistics research, global supply management and quantitative techniques.

The inclusion of research methodology and a research project module, as well as a practical simulation module offers students the opportunity to balance theory, research and practical application in their learning experience. The practical simulation module is a customised module with gamification elements in which students will be required to apply their acquired theoretical knowledge to current industry-related challenges.

The exit level outcomes of the AdvDip (Logistics) programme are aligned with the learning outcomes required on Level 7 of the NQF as students are required to apply theoretical knowledge to complex problems and to present such application as a well-structured argument using academic discourse. Each module in the AdvDip (Logistics) programme contributes towards achieving Level 7’s require learning outcomes as students are expected to demonstrate an ability to:

  • Integrate knowledge of the central areas of one or more fields.
  • Identify, analyse, evaluate, critically reflect on and address complex problems.
  • Manage processes in unfamiliar and variable contexts.
  • Develop their own ideas and express them using appropriate academic, professional or occupational discourse.
Admission Requirements

The admission requirements for this programme will adhere to the University of Johannesburg’s Admission and Selection Policy that is current at the time of the registration for this programme.

You should have the following:

  • A relevant NQF Level 6 qualification with both Logistics (65% average) and Purchasing (65% average) as major modules, with a minimum overall average of 60% for the third year
    OR
  • Successful completion of the UJ bridging programme for entering the Advanced Diploma in Logistics with a 65% average for each module

Required documentation:

  • A certified academic record and a certified copy of your highest qualification obtained
  • An updated and detailed CV
  • Proof of work experience
  • The international equivalence of qualifications will be specified in the prospectus.

If you have a question, please email enquiries@online.uj.ac.za or phone 0800 233 723 (toll-free).

Technical requirements

We recommend the following in order to successfully complete your 100% online degree:

Basic computer skills:

  • Ability to operate your computer and perform common tasks
  • Email and file management (access, create, edit, save, upload and download documents)
  • Ability to use a word processing program to create and edit documents
  • Basic web-browsing skills


Computer requirements:

  • Laptop or PC
  • A high-speed internet connection (3G, 4G, LTE, ADSL or fibre)
  • E-book storage and reading
  • Study notes storage and reading (PDF, MS Office)
  • Video storage and playback
  • Video recording
  • Audio storage and playback
  • Audio recording
  • Web browsing
  • Document creation
  • Access to social networking

Module interruption and scheduled maintenance:

In the event of unexpected module interruption on the due date for an activity, the online facilitator will notify students of a new due date.

Advanced Diploma in Logistics (3)

Modules are undertaken over a seven-week period. The programme is split over two years and consists of compulsory modules and a minor dissertation.

Research Methodology (Logistics)

Total Fees:R6,280

Credits:16

This module guides students through the research process and presents sound research principles and methods. Students should develop competencies and practical skills in the range of decisions relating to the research process and be able to conceptualise and conduct a research project.

Project Management

Total Fees:R6,280

Credits:16

The module is intended to develop the student’s ability to acquire skills in planning and managing projects. The student will be able to apply the required techniques and methodologies of project management to successfully manage a project from start to finish.

Logistics Processes and Practices

Total Fees:R6,280

Credits:16

The module is intended to develop the student’s ability to acquire skills that will enable them to analyse and implement decisions at the tactical and operational level in the logistics environment of a company or organisation. The module will provide students with critical information for improving processes in both manufacturing and services industries.

Global Supply Chain Management

Total Fees:R6,280

Credits:16

The module is intended to develop the student’s ability to acquire skills which will enable them to practically analyse and implement decisions at the tactical and operational level in the logistics environment of a company or organisation.

Quantitative Techniques

Total Fees:R6,280

Credits:16

The module is intended to develop the student’s ability to solve logistical problems through applying appropriate calculations. The module is concerned with the development, evaluation and implementation of logistics strategies in a complex business environment. The module content focuses on the logistics modeling of the individual links of the logistics process/system within a supply chain, which are necessary to develop a logistics plan for the enterprise.

Procurement

Total Fees:R6,280

Credits:16

This module will provide the student with knowledge and applied competence to analyse the functions of purchasing and its contribution to the company on a strategic level. The student will be able to apply principles of supply and demand in the procurement sector and analyse the relationships between purchasing and supply chain costs and the savings made through the profit-leverage effect.

Applied Logistics Processes and Practices

Total Fees:R6,280

Credits:16

This module is intended to develop the student’s ability to integrate transportation management and logistics theory in a practical application through a simulated distribution environment.

Logistics Research Project

Total Fees:R6,280

Credits:16

In this module, students complete a research project allowing them to conduct research on a specific problem related to the logistics industry. They are required to source and/or collect and analyse data, interpret their findings, draw meaningful conclusions and offer recommendations pertaining to the related research problem.

UJ Online programmes are designed to be affordable, saving time and money compared to other formats. Tuition fees are calculated per seven-week module. You can enrol in and pay for each consecutive session as your studies progress. Payment is accepted through the online student portal and must meet the payment deadline.

* Fees quoted are 2024. Fees are subject to an annual increase.

Advanced Diploma in Logistics (4)

Number of modules: 8

Advanced Diploma in Logistics (5)

Programme credits: 128

Advanced Diploma in Logistics (6)

Fees per programme credit: ± R392

Advanced Diploma in Logistics (7)

Total tuition fees: R50,240*

Advanced Diploma in Logistics (2024)
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