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Level 5 Extended Diploma in Logistics and Supply Chain Management

Duration
10 Months, 15 Months
Credits
240 credits
Level
Level 5
Awarding body
Ofqual UK recognised body

Tuition from £1500£2300(fast track £2200)

Duration

10 Months, 15 Months

Credits

240 credits

Awarding body

Ofqual UK recognised body

Level

Level 5

Programme overview

The objective of the Level 5 Extended Diploma in Logistics and Supply Chain Management qualification is to provide learners with a specialist programme of study that provides a depth of knowledge and understanding of key aspects within the Logistics and Supply Chain Management sector.

Learners will study level 4 and 5 units, worth 120 credits per academic year with a total credit value of 240 credits (equivalent to the first 2 years of an honours degree). All units are mandatory.

The Level 4 units lay the foundations of learning by providing an introduction to contemporary Business and LCSM topics.

The units combine both theoretical and practical knowledge in the profession and will develop and enhance knowledge and skills in the areas of academic and research skills, logistics and the business environment, effective performance, planning and accountability, finance, communication, management and team working.

The Level 5 units give learners the opportunities to apply key skills and techniques in a variety of relevant subject areas. The programme of study provides learners with an opportunity to engage with the challenges facing professionals and policy makers in their own country. Learners will develop and enhance knowledge and skills in the areas of leading change, effective planning, risk assessment, forecasting, policy, management theory and practice in logistics and supply chain management.

Successful completion of this qualification will allow learners to work in a variety of roles within logistics and supply chain management and to progress to further study.

Learning outcomes

On successful completion, you will be able to:

  1. Assess knowledge and practice related to academic writing and research skills (20 credits).
  2. Demonstrate knowledge and practice related to logistics and the business environment (20 credits).
  3. Implement knowledge and practice related to operations and logistics management (20 credits).
  4. Evaluate knowledge and practice related to finance and accounting (20 credits).
  5. Apply knowledge and practice related to communication in business (20 credits).
  6. Analyse knowledge and practice related to leading and managing teams (20 credits).
  7. Coordinate knowledge and practice related to principles and concepts of strategy (20 credits).
  8. Develop knowledge and practice related to procurement and inventory management (20 credits).

Who is this course for?

Ideal for: Supply Chain Manager (Entry Level), Logistics Manager (Entry Level), Procurement Officer. This qualification supports progression to Senior Accountant and meets UK employers and professional bodies's training recommendations for logistics & supply chain management workers.

What you'll study

  • Academic Writing and Research Skills (20 credits)
  • Logistics and the Business Environment (20 credits)
  • Operations and Logistics Management (20 credits)
  • Finance and Accounting (20 credits)
  • Communication in Business (20 credits)
  • Leading and Managing Teams (20 credits)
  • Principles and Concepts of Strategy (20 credits)
  • Procurement and Inventory Management (20 credits)
  • Contract and Financial Management (20 credits)
  • Global Context of Supply Chains (20 credits)
  • Principles and Concepts of Supply Chain Management (20 credits)
  • Contemporary Issues in Supply Chain Management (20 credits)

Full module detail

To achieve the Level 5 Extended Diploma in Logistics and Supply Chain Management, learners must achieve 240 credits, of which 120 credits are at Level 4 (6 units) and 120 credits are at Level 5 (6 units).

Level 4: 6 Mandatory units

  • Academic Writing and Research Skills (20 credits)
  • Logistics and the Business Environment (20 credits)
  • Operations and Logistics Management (20 credits)
  • Finance and Accounting (20 credits)
  • Communication in Business (20 credits)
  • Leading and Managing Teams (20 credits)

Level 5: 6 Mandatory units

  • Principles and Concepts of Strategy (20 credits)
  • Procurement and Inventory Management (20 credits)
  • Contract and Financial Management (20 credits)
  • Global Context of Supply Chains (20 credits)
  • Principles and Concepts of Supply Chain Management (20 credits)
  • Contemporary Issues in Supply Chain Management (20 credits)

Learners who complete this qualification often progress to the Level 6 Diploma in Accounting and Business.

Career outcomes

Graduates progress into roles such as Supply Chain Manager (Entry Level), Logistics Manager (Entry Level), Procurement Officer, and Purchasing Manager (Entry Level). Typical UK salary ranges for these roles vary by employer, region, and experience — often from £22,000 to £45,000+ per annum.

Entry requirements

  • Learners who have demonstrated some ability and possess Qualifications at Level 4 or an equivalent international qualification
  • learners may have a first degree in another discipline and want to develop their own business or shift careers
  • work experience in a business environment and demonstrate ambition with clear career goals;
  • Level 5 qualification in another discipline and want to develop their careers in management.

Assessment

The Level 5 Extended Diploma in Logistics and Supply Chain Management is assessed through assignment and coursework submission. You complete set tasks online, submit your work for marking, and build evidence of learning without sitting written exams.

  • Assessment is through written assignments and coursework submitted online.
  • There are no written examinations.
  • You receive tutor feedback on your submissions as you progress through the programme.

Awarding body

Ofqual UK recognised body

Fee and payment plans

Duration & course fee

Choose the study mode that fits your schedule and career goals.

Most popular

Standard mode

Study at your own pace with full tutor support

£1500

Complete fee

  • Duration: 15 months
  • Start dates: Flexible start dates
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Fast track

Intensive schedule, ideal for working professionals

£2200

Complete fee

  • Duration: 10 months
  • Start dates: Fixed cohort intakes

Fees quoted above represent the full programme cost. There are no additional or hidden charges.

Payment plans

10 months @ GBP £2200

  • Payment option (a): GBP £275 x 8 monthly instalments
  • Payment option (b): GBP £1100 x 2 quarterly instalments
  • Payment option (c): GBP £2090 x 1 instalment (We offer 5% bursary on total fee for students opting to pay in full)

15 months @ GBP £1500

  • Payment option (d): GBP £125 x 12 monthly instalments
  • Payment option (e): GBP £500 x 3 quarterly instalments
  • Payment option (f): GBP £750 x 2 half instalments
  • Payment option (g): GBP £1425 x 1 instalment (We offer 5% bursary on total fee for students opting to pay in full)

Frequently asked questions

Is this qualification recognised by UK employers?

Yes. The Level 5 Extended Diploma in Logistics and Supply Chain Management is quality-assured through Ofqual UK recognised body and is designed for recognition by UK employers, recruiters, and professional bodies. Qualifications on regulated pathways appear on the Ofqual register where applicable.

Can I study while working full-time?

Yes. Level 5 Extended Diploma in Logistics and Supply Chain Management is delivered fully online with flexible scheduling, assignment-based assessment, and tutor support — making it suitable for learners who are employed full-time.

How is this course assessed?

Assessment is through written assignments and coursework submitted online. There are no written exams. You complete set tasks, submit your work for marking, and receive tutor feedback as you progress.

What are the entry requirements?

Learners who have demonstrated some ability and possess Qualifications at Level 4 or an equivalent international qualification learners may have a first degree in another discipline and want to develop their own business or shift careers work experience in a business environment and demonstrate ambition with clear career goals; Level 5 qualification in another discipline and want to develop their careers in management.

How long does the course take to complete?

Most learners complete the Level 5 Extended Diploma in Logistics and Supply Chain Management in 10 Months, 15 Months. UKSM offers standard and, where available, fast-track study modes so you can choose a pace that fits your schedule.

Who accredits this qualification?

This programme is awarded or validated through Ofqual UK recognised body. UK School of Management (UKSM) delivers the qualification as an approved learning provider listed on the UK Register of Learning Providers (UKPRN: 10101873).

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