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Logistics and Supply Chain Management

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Course Overview

Start Date: Anytime
Location: Online
Study Pace: Flexible — up to 5 years
Qualifications: Level 4 OTHM Diploma (120 credits), Level 5 OTHM Diploma (120 credits), or Level 4 & 5 Combined Diploma (240 credits)
Assessment: Online written assignments
Includes: 1-to-1 tutor support, all course materials
Ofqual Regulation:

  • Level 4 Diploma in Logistics and Supply Chain Management – 610/0857/6

  • Level 5 Diploma in Business Management – 610/1527/1

This online Logistics and Supply Chain Management course prepares learners for a career in global logistics and supply chain operations. Covering supply chain strategy, inventory management, procurement, transportation, distribution, and sustainability, the course equips students with practical skills and industry knowledge.

The combined Level 4 & 5 pathway is equivalent to the first two years of a UK undergraduate degree, enabling learners to progress to a final-year top-up degree at a UK university.

Career Progression

Graduates can pursue roles such as:

  • Supply Chain Analyst

  • Logistics Coordinator / Manager

  • Procurement Officer

  • Inventory Control Specialist

  • Operations Manager

  • Transport and Distribution Manager

Learners can also progress to a final-year top-up degree or explore further professional qualifications in logistics and supply chain management.

How It Works

  1. Enroll Anytime – Start the course whenever you’re ready.

  2. Study Online – Complete modules online at your own pace, with flexible scheduling.

  3. Complete Modules – Each module includes guided learning plus optional exercises, readings, and resources.

  4. Submit Assignments – Modules are assessed via written assignments (approx. 2,000–3,000 words).

  5. Receive 1-to-1 Support – Personal tutors provide guidance and feedback.

  6. Earn Your Diploma – Successfully complete all assignments to gain your Level 4, Level 5, or combined diploma.

  7. Progress Further – Use your diploma to top up to a UK undergraduate degree or advance your career in logistics and supply chain.

Course Structure

Level 4 Modules (120 credits) – Cover foundations of logistics and supply chain management, including inventory, procurement, transport, and operations.

Level 5 Modules (120 credits) – Develop advanced skills in supply chain strategy, logistics operations, sustainability, and management decision-making.

The combined Level 4 & 5 pathway (240 credits) is equivalent to the first two years of a UK undergraduate degree, preparing learners for final-year top-up study or professional roles in logistics and supply chain management.

How It Works

How It Works

Students can complete a Level 4 (120 credits), Level 5 (120 credits), or combined Level 4 & 5 (240 credits) OTHM diploma, gaining the practical skills needed for a career in logistics and supply chain management.

The course is 100% online with flexible start dates. Each module includes 40 hours of guided learning plus 30–50 hours of optional activities, such as exercises, readings, and self-tests.

Assessment is via written assignments: 6 at Level 4 and 6 at Level 5, each 2,000–3,000 words. On completion, learners receive their OTHM diploma and can progress to a final-year top-up degree at a UK university.

Students have access to 1-to-1 tutor support, webinars, social learning forums, and additional resources to help complete the diploma successfully.

Course Modules

Level 4 Diploma in Logistics and Supply Chain Management (120 credits)

  • Academic Writing and Research Skills – Build academic and research skills for business communication and analysis

  • Logistics and the Business Environment – Understand logistics in the context of the wider business environment

  • Operations and Logistics Management – Learn strategic planning, resource optimisation, and supply chain efficiency

  • Finance and Accounting – Gain financial and accounting knowledge for informed decision-making

  • Communication in Business – Develop interpersonal, written, and presentation skills

  • Leading and Managing Teams – Learn leadership and team management strategies

Assessment: 6 written assignments, 2,000–3,000 words each
More info on Level 4 units

Level 5 Diploma in Business Management (120 credits)

  • Principles and Concepts of Strategy – Planning and implementing competitive business strategies

  • The Management of Human Resources – Recruit, manage, and develop people effectively

  • Marketing for Managers – Apply key marketing tools to achieve business goals

  • Business Law for Managers – Understand legal responsibilities in business operations

  • Management Accounting and Decision Making – Use financial data to support business decisions

  • Business Start-up: Conception to Market – Turn a business idea into a viable venture

Assessment: 6 written assignments, 2,000–3,000 words each
More info on Level 5 units

Entry requirements

Am I eligible for this online business course ?

 You must be at least 18 years old and have a full secondary education, meaning you must have a minimum of 2 A-levels or equivalent.

If you don’t have 2 A-levels or the equivalent, such as NVQ Level 3, you may also be able to enrol based on your work experience. To find out more, talk to one of our helpful team members at:

+40 743 543 039

 

To enrol on the Level 5 diploma , you must have completed the OTHM Level 4 Diploma .

Cost & payments

    1. Level 4 & 5: £3,500
      1. Level 4: £2,900

       

      1. Level 5: £2,900

       

    Students can make payment using one of the following methods:

    • Credit or debit card
    • Bank transfer
    • PayPal

Career Progression

Completing the Level 4 & 5 Diploma in Logistics and Supply Chain Management provides the skills and knowledge to succeed in logistics and supply chain operations.

Potential career paths include:

  • Supply Chain Manager

  • Logistics Coordinator

  • Procurement Specialist

  • Warehouse Manager

  • Transport Planner

  • Inventory Control Manager

  • Freight Forwarding Manager

Graduates can also progress to a final-year top-up degree or pursue professional certifications, such as CILT or APICS, to further enhance career prospects.

This qualification provides a strong foundation for a successful career in the logistics and supply chain sector.

 

University Progression

Once you’ve completed your online Level 4 & 5 Accounting and Business course you have the opportunity to complete a third-year Accounting and Business degree programme, known as a ‘BA top up’, from a wide range of UK universities.

Students can apply to any university offering the BA top up and you can choose to study for your degree either online or in-person on campus.

If you decide to top up to a full undergraduate degree through an accredited UK university, the costs are listed below.

Coventry University

Business Management and Leadership BA (Hons)– London Campus – £10,000

Business Management and Leadership BA (Hons)– Coventry Campus- £10,000

Northampton University

BSc (Hons) in International Accounting -£9,250

University of Derby

BSc (Hons) Business and Management– £5,200

Westcliff University

Business Administration – £11,655 (online) / £15,600 (on campus)

University of Hertfordshire

BA (Hons) Business Administration – £6,400

University of Central Lancashire (UCLAN)

BA (Hons) Business Management – £9,240

University of Hertfordshire

BA (Hons) Business Administration (top-up) (Online)

Edinburgh Napier University

BA in Business Management – £4,600
BA in Business and Enterprise – £4,600
BA in Sales Management – £4,600

University of Sunderland – On Campus

BA (Hons) Business and Management – £9,250

University of Bolton 

BSc Honours Business with Finance top-up

University of Cumbria

BA (Hons) Global Business Management – ON CAMPUS– £9,250 UK/ £13,250 International

BA (Hons) International Business Management – ON CAMPUS– £9,250 UK/ £13,250 International

Sample Certificate

Level 4 Diploma Sample Certificate and Transcript