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IMMS Professional Diploma • DSCLM

Diploma in Supply Chain & Logistics Management

Build end-to-end logistics and supply chain capability including procurement, inventory, warehousing, transport, customs, forecasting, ERP, analytics and applied industry work.

Supply Chain & Logistics Management
Programme CodeDSCLM
Duration1 Year
Structure9 months academic + 3 months OJT
Credits60 Credits
MediumEnglish / Sinhala
Programme Overview

Build knowledge that connects with professional practice.

Build end-to-end logistics and supply chain capability including procurement, inventory, warehousing, transport, customs, forecasting, ERP, analytics and applied industry work.

Who this programme is for

School leavers, Logistics Assistants, Warehouse Supervisors, Procurement Executives and Inventory Controllers.

Learning approach

Structured academic learning is supported by applied work, programme-specific activities and professional development. Where stated in the curriculum, industry attachment / capstone work forms part of completion.

Curriculum

Programme modules & learning areas.

The module titles, credit values and focus areas below follow the supplied IMMS curriculum material.

DSCLM 501
Principles of Supply Chain & Logistics Management
5 Cr.
Supply Chain Integration, Push/Pull Systems, Value Chain Mapping, Key Performance Drivers.
DSCLM 502
Strategic Procurement & Vendor Management
6 Cr.
Strategic Sourcing, Tendering Frameworks, Kraljic Matrix, Supplier Scorecards, Contract Law.
DSCLM 503
Inventory Planning, Control & Materials Management
6 Cr.
Inventory Control Models, Safety Stock Optimization, Stocktaking Methods, Lean Warehousing.
DSCLM 504
Warehouse Operations, Automation & Facility Layout
6 Cr.
Warehouse Design, Cross-Docking, WMS Operations, Material Handling Systems, Safety Standards.
DSCLM 505
Transport Systems, Freight Forwarding & Fleet Management
6 Cr.
Multimodal Transport, Fleet Costing & Routing, Freight Forwarding Operations, Carrier Management.
DSCLM 506
International Trade, Customs Procedures & Shipping
6 Cr.
Incoterms 2020, Letters of Credit (LC), Customs Declaration (CUSDEC), Port & Terminal Operations.
DSCLM 507
Demand Forecasting, S&OP & Capacity Planning
5 Cr.
Time Series Forecasting, Moving Averages, S&OP Framework, Capacity Requirement Planning (CRP).
DSCLM 508
Supply Chain Technology, ERP (SAP) & Digital Analytics
5 Cr.
SAP MM/SD Basics, RFID & IoT Track-and-Trace, Supply Chain Dashboards, Analytics.
DSCLM 509
Sustainable Supply Chains, Cold Chain & Legal Compliance
5 Cr.
Green Supply Chains, Reverse Logistics, Cold Chain Protocol, Sri Lanka Maritime & Customs Regulations.
DSCLM 510
Industry Attachment (OJT) & Supply Chain Project
9 Cr.
Internship Supervisor Logbook, 5,000-word Project Dissertation and Final Viva-Voce Defense.
Learning & Completion

How the programme develops and evaluates capability.

40%

Continuous Assessment

Practical work, assignments, presentations and programme-specific simulations.

40%

Written Examinations

Summative written examinations across the academic programme.

20%

OJT / Capstone

Industry-supervisor evaluation together with project, research or viva components.

Curriculum-stated proposed level: NVQ Level 5 Equivalent / TVEC QMS framework. Any public accreditation claim should be confirmed against a current official approval reference.
Admissions

Entry pathway & learner profile.

  • G.C.E. A/L in 2 subjects in any stream.
  • G.C.E. O/L with a recognized NVQ Level 3/4 qualification.
  • OR 2 years of verified experience in Logistics, Warehousing, Procurement or Operations.
Future Pathways

Professional directions this learning can support.

Career outcomes depend on experience, employer requirements and further study. The following are relevant professional directions connected to the curriculum.

  • Logistics Assistant / Coordinator
  • Warehouse Operations
  • Procurement & Vendor Support
  • Inventory Control
  • Freight / Transport Operations
  • Junior Supply Chain Analytics
Your Next Step

Get the current Supply Chain & Logistics Management intake information from IMMS.

Speak with Admissions for fees, schedules, eligibility and enrolment guidance.

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