Level 4 & 5 – Logistics & Supply Chain Management
Build Industry-Ready Skills in Logistics, Procurement, and Supply Chain Operations for Global Career Success
Course Sections - Level 4
Programme Overview
The OTHM Level 4 Diploma in Logistics & Supply Chain Management equips learners with essential knowledge and operational skills to manage logistics, supply chains, and business operations effectively.
This programme develops expertise in logistics environments, financial processes, communication, and team leadership—preparing students for academic progression or entry-level roles in global supply chain industries.
What You'll Learn
- Academic research and professional communication skills
- Understanding global logistics and business environments
- Managing operations and supply chain performance
- Handling finance and accounting in logistics contexts
- Business communication within professional networks
- Leading and managing teams in operational settings
Qualification Structure
To complete the diploma, learners must achieve 120 credits through 6 mandatory units, totaling approximately 1,200 Total Qualification Time (TQT) hours and 600 Guided Learning Hours (GLH).
- Academic Writing and Research Skills
- Logistics and the Business Environment
- Operations and Logistics Management
- Finance and Accounting
- Communication in Business
- Leading and Managing Teams
Duration & Delivery
- Full-Time: 1 academic year
- Flexible options available for professionals and international students
- Study Modes:
- On-campus (lectures, seminars, tutorials)
- Blended learning (online + classroom)
- Fully online via MIBD platform
Assessment Method
- 100% assignment-based — no exams
- Case studies, reports, projects, and presentations
- Internally assessed and externally verified by OTHM
Continuous feedback ensures learners develop practical and real-world logistics and supply chain skills.
Progression Opportunities
- Progress to Level 5 Diploma in Logistics & Supply Chain Management
- Enter Year 2 of a UK bachelor’s degree
- Begin careers in logistics, procurement, and operations
Entry Requirements
- Minimum age: 18 years
- Level 3 Diploma or equivalent qualification
- GCE A-Levels (minimum two subjects) or equivalent
- Mature learners (21+) with relevant experience may qualify
- English proficiency required (IELTS or equivalent)
Career Outcomes
- Logistics Coordinator
- Operations Officer
- Supply Chain Analyst
- Procurement Assistant
- Warehouse & Distribution Supervisor
Key Features
- UK-accredited (Ofqual, OTHM, KHDA, WES recognised)
- Equivalent to Year 1 of UK bachelor's degree
- Pathway to Level 5 or Year 2 of degree
- Flexible learning options
- Assignment-based (no exams)
Course Sections - Level 5
Programme Overview
The OTHM Level 5 Diploma in Logistics & Supply Chain Management prepares learners to tackle modern logistics challenges with confidence, combining strategic insight with practical expertise.
This programme develops your ability to manage procurement, inventory, global supply chains, and financial operations—preparing you for advanced academic progression or senior roles in logistics and supply chain sectors.
What You'll Learn
- Apply production and service management strategies in logistics
- Manage procurement and inventory systems effectively
- Handle contract and financial management in supply chains
- Understand global supply chain operations and networks
- Apply key principles of supply chain management
- Analyze current trends and challenges in logistics
Qualification Structure
The programme includes 6 mandatory units totaling 120 credits, with approximately 1,200 Total Qualification Time (TQT) hours and 600 Guided Learning Hours (GLH).
- Principles and Concepts of Strategy
- Procurement and Inventory Management
- Contract and Financial Management
- Global Context of Supply Chains
- Principles and Concepts of Supply Chain Management
- Contemporary Issues in Supply Chain Management
Duration & Delivery
- Full-Time: 2 academic years
- Flexible Options: Part-time or distance learning available
- Study Modes:
- On-campus (lectures, seminars, tutorials)
- Blended learning (online + classroom)
- Fully online via MIBD platform
Assessment Method
- 100% assignment-based — no final exams
- Project reports, case studies, contract analysis, and strategic evaluations
- Internally assessed and externally verified by OTHM
Structured feedback and audit trails ensure transparency and continuous improvement.
Progression Opportunities
Progress to Level 6 Diplomas or enter Year 3 of a UK bachelor’s degree through OTHM university pathways.
Career paths include logistics coordination, procurement management, and supply chain analysis roles.
Entry Requirements
- Minimum age: 16 years
- GCE A-Levels or 12th Grade equivalent
- Mature learners (21+) considered case-by-case
- English proficiency required (IELTS or equivalent)
Career Outcomes
- Logistics Operations Coordinator
- Supply Chain Analyst
- Procurement Specialist
- Inventory Manager
- Contract and Financial Officer
Key Features
- UK-accredited (Ofqual, OTHM, KHDA, WES recognised)
- Equivalent to Year 2 of UK bachelor's degree
- Pathway to Level 6 or Year 3 degree entry
- Flexible learning options
- Assignment-based (no exams)