Extended Diploma in Supply Chain and Logistics Management (SCQF Level 11)

120 Credits (SCQF)

Extended Diploma in Supply Chain and Logistics Management

This advanced Extended Diploma program provides a comprehensive understanding of supply chain dynamics, empowering learners to master the field. Grounded in real-world scenarios, it enables professionals to tackle everyday challenges, reduce costs, mitigate risks, and achieve operational excellence. Learners gain practical insights into optimizing supply chain operations, integrating sustainability, and broadening market presence.

  • Get an Extended Diploma in Supply Chain and Logistics Management  from Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA), UK.
  • CIQ is a proud certification partner for more than 100 organizations and has a progression pathway with some of the leading universities across the world.
  • It is a 120 SCQF Credits programme which is 100% Online, self-paced  and paired with Personal Tutor support.
  • 'Certified Supply Chain Professional’ certification from Chartered Management Institute, UK. (optional)
  • Program Flexibility: Can complete the program within 6 to 18 months based on the learner's pace and time availability.
  • No prior certification or work experience is necessary.

Course Module & Fee

Module Fee

$3000 ($500/Module, total 6 modules)

PGD-SQA Certification Fee

$300 (On successful completion of modules)

Total Fees

$3300

CMI Certification Fee

$300 (Optional)

Admission Requirement

English Language Proficiency

There is no formal entry requirement for this course, however a good standard of written and spoken English is required to study with us, but a formal language qualification (such as IELTS) is not necessary. Generally, your English simply needs to be sufficient to:

  • Use study materials, including online books, video and audio.

  • Complete the assessment requirement of the respective modules.

Why UniAthena?

Flexible

At UniAthena, you are in charge of your learning! You get to decide the pace of your learning based on your financial and time availability. The learning structure is modular, ensuring pace, effectiveness and momentum of your learning journey. With this byte-sized learning format you get to learn anywhere, anytime.

Affordable

With UniAthena as your learning partner, you follow a ‘Pay as you Go Scheme’ for your program, that means no upfront bulk payment of your fee. Instead, your fee will be divided into small pocket-friendly installments distributed across your program.

Accredited & Globally Accepted

UniAthena has partnered with reputed Universities and Awarding bodies, all of which are fully accredited by governmental regulatory bodies in their respective countries. Universities are NARIC Approved and are part of European Higher education, Bologna process, making the programs recognised worldwide.

Stackable

Byte-sized learning formats ensure that each learning item carries tangible value in terms of learning outcome, which allows learners to stack or combine small units into higher education credits toward a degree or diploma. At any point of time during your course, you can claim a certificate/diploma based on the credits you have earned so far.

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Certificate

Extended Diploma in Supply Chain and Logistics Management (SCQF Level 11), Certified Supply Chain Professional
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Awarding Body Accredited By

Scottish Qualifications Authority, UK
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Flexible Duration

6 - 18 Months
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Learning

Online

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What You Learn

Module 1

Strategic Management

Strategic Management

Duration: 21 - 60 Days

This module cultivates essential skills in strategic thinking and analysis, leadership, effective communication, collaborative teamwork, and cross-functional integration, empowering learners to excel in dynamic and interconnected business environments.

21 - 60 Days

Level: EQF Level 7/SCQF Level 11

Credits: 20 UK Credits

Module 2

Sustainability and Business

Sustainability and Business

Duration: 21 - 60 Days

This module provides a critical examination of the complex sustainability challenges and opportunities facing organizations in a global context.

21 - 60 Days

Level: EQF Level 7/SCQF Level 11

Credits: 20 UK Credits

Module 3

Supply Chain and Logistics in the Global Context

Supply Chain and Logistics in the Global Context

Duration: 21 - 60 Days

This module empowers strategic decision-makers in both international and domestic markets to develop and implement effective logistics strategies, driving business success through optimized supply chain management.

21 - 60 Days

Level: EQF Level 7/SCQF Level 11

Credits: 20 UK Credits

Module 4

Strategic Supply Chain and Logistics Management

Strategic Supply Chain and Logistics Management

Duration: 21 - 60 Days

This module equips both strategic decision-makers and operational managers with the skills and knowledge to design, implement, and manage effective logistics strategies, driving business success through optimized supply chain operations.

21 - 60 Days

Level: EQF Level 7/SCQF Level 11

Credits: 20 UK Credits

Module 5

Strategic Leadership & HR practices in Organisations

Strategic Leadership & HR practices in Organisations

Duration: 21 - 60 Days

This module explores the pivotal role of strategic Human Resource Management (HRM) and leadership practices in driving organizational performance and competitiveness, examining their impact on business outcomes and employee success.

21 - 60 Days

Level: EQF Level 7/SCQF Level 11

Credits: 20 UK Credits

Module 6

International Marketing Management

International Marketing Management

Duration: 21 - 60 Days

This module demonstrates knowledge and understanding of contemporary theories and their applications in the research field of international marketing and management.

21 - 60 Days

Level: EQF Level 7/SCQF Level 11

Credits: 20 UK Credits

Partners of this Programme

Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) is the executive public body of the Scottish government responsible for accrediting educational awards and is accredited by the UK government to offer educational qualifications. Being one of the four partner national organizations in the Curriculum for Excellence, SQA’s designs and develops new qualifications and assessments validates qualifications, and reviews them to ensure they are up to date.  It has created the Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF).


Chartered Management Institute, backed by royal charter is the only Chartered body dedicated to promoting the highest standards in management and leadership excellence. CMI’s management qualifications are recognized throughout the UK and Europe and provide a progressive framework that enables one to develop and broaden management skills. Their qualifications are designed in consultation with employers to meet today's demands and therefore it is valued by them.


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Admission Process

Please find below the detailed steps to be followed as a part of the admission process.

Why This Course ?

Course Resources

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Why This Course ?

1

Wide-ranging Courseware

This Extended Diploma covers supply chain and logistics comprehensively, developing strategic foresight, problem-solving skills, and managerial competence to optimize operations, reduce lead time, mitigate risks, and lower overhead costs.

2

Domain Expertise

This advanced program empowers learners to become domain experts in supply chain management. You'll master core principles, best practices, and strategies, while developing skills to spot inefficiencies, anticipate disruptions, optimize workflows, and implement modern logistics solutions.

3

Versatile Career Pathways

This Extended Diploma opens doors to specialized careers in procurement, operations, logistics, and more. The curriculum prepares you for strategic roles such as Supply Chain Analyst, Logistics Manager, Procurement Specialist and other related careers.

How You Learn ?

Engage with a scientifically developed learning pedagogy that ensures a quality and effective journey for the learners. Enjoy a seamless learning experience tailored to your level of expertise on the subject matter.

What You Receive ?

You will be receiving the following certificates as specified below:

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Extended Diploma in Supply Chain and Logistics Management (SCQF Level 11) issued by

Scottish Qualifications Authority, UK
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Detailed Transcript with 120 SCQF Credits issued by

Scottish Qualifications Authority, UK
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Certified Supply Chain Professional issued by

Chartered Management Institute, UK

All certificate and transcript images are for illustrative purposes only and may be subject to change at the discretion of respective Universities or Awarding Bodies.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Follow these steps to formally enroll in the Extended Diploma in Supply Chain and Logistics Management (SCQF Level 11):

1. Register on Athena Global Education for a 7-day trial.
2. Pay the course fee when you are convinced about the learning model.
3. On successful payment, you will be sent an official ‘Admission Letter’ along with a receipt for the amount paid. You will also get access to the Assignment related documents in the ‘Project Details’ section.
4.Start Learning.

If you fail to submit the assignment within 90 days of the enrollment date, you can request an extension of not more than 30 days and pay a fee of USD 100.00 ($100).
If you do not resubmit the failed assignment within 21 days of the published results, you may request an extension of not more than 30 days by paying USD 100.00 ($100).
If you fail again on your RE-submission, you may apply for a Retake by paying USD 150 ($150). You will have another 90 days of access to the resources and will need to submit the assignment within these 90 days from the retake date. The process then restarts as mentioned above.

Interested candidates must upload their Identity cards as a means to verify their identity.

Course fee is USD 3000 and SQA Diploma Certificate Fee is USD 300.00. So the total course fee is USD 3300.

Bachelor's degree
A bachelor’s degree from an accredited university (or academic equivalent) in any subject.

Mature Entry Route
If you don’t have a bachelor’s degree, you can apply through our mature route. You’ll need evidence of a minimum of 3 years of relevant managerial work experience, along with the certificates of your highest diplomas/degrees/professional certifications and an updated resume. Applications are assessed on a case-by-case basis. Please send the details to support@athena.com. Applicants should be 23 years of age or above. Admission through the Mature Entry Route will be subject to the discretion of the Athena Global Education and the respective Awarding Bodies/Universities

English Language Proficiency
If you are not a native speaker, you should have an appropriate English proficiency level, e.g. an IELTS score of 5.5 or equivalent in all bands or a bachelor’s degree delivered and assessed in English, or proof of work experience in an English-speaking environment.

Once you register for the course, you will have access to the learning resources of three units of the first chapter. Your access to these learning resources will end after 7 days of registration and you will need to enroll for the program by paying the course fee.

After enrolling in a particular program or receiving the admission letter, we are unable to offer refunds as per our policy. However, prior to enrollment, all learners have the option to utilize the free trial period, which lasts between 3 to 7 days.

The Referral Policy is a UniAthena initiative to make our degree programs more  affordable to the learners. Learners can  share programs with  friends, family or even peers. If the Invitee enrolls for the suggested program, the next module is made free of charge.

The core resources of the program are video classes and related reading materials. The video lessons and reading materials will provide you with adequate knowledge to understand the module content.
Additionally, you will also be learning from webinars, online library, additional learning materials and case studies curated by faculty.

Every student is assigned a personal tutor for each module in his course, the student can reach out to his/her personal tutor for any academic assistance with his/her learning. Besides, academic assistance, students are allocated a Student Experience Executive, who will be there to assist students with any pastoral support (non-academic). You can reach out your Student Engagement & Experience at see@uniathena.com.

There are no written exams for this programme. Once you are enrolled in the programme, you will be able to access the assignment brief under the ‘Project Details’ section in the learning portal. Apart from the assessment brief, you will be given the learning outcomes and performance criteria to know what is expected in the project from the learner. If you still have questions concerning the assignments, you can seek the support of the faculty during the live classes for the module. We are here to give you the help you need. After you have submitted the assignment, the faculty will evaluate and provide feedback, including results (your grade), within 21 days of your submission. If you fail, you will be given feedback on the assignment stating the reasons for failure. You will have to rework the project according to the feedback provided by the assessor. You will need to rework only the areas where you failed and not on the entire project. You will have to resubmit the assignment within 21 days of the publication of the result (grade). There are no additional fees for the resubmission.

All exempted modules will be marked as “Pass” or 50% grade. No merit or distinction grades will be granted for the exempted modules.

The course outlines and learning outcomes are given as downloadable documents on the webpage of the course and also in the assignment brief.

Once you have registered for the Extended Diploma in Supply Chain and Logistics Management (SCQF Level 11) Program, the maximum time allowed to complete the program is 18 months. If you are unable to complete the course within 9 months, you may apply for an extension of 30 days by paying a Course Extension fee of USD 100. The minimum duration of the course is 6 months though some exceptions may apply.

The programme comprises of the following modules:

- Strategic Management
- Sustainability and Business
- Supply Chain and Logistics in the Global Context
- Strategic Supply Chain and Logistics Management
- Strategic Leadership & HR practices in Organisations
- International Marketing Management