Executive Diploma in Business Logistics
FROM Universiti Utara Malaysia

Logistics is the term now widely used in business for the range of activities associated with the movement, storage and handling of materials. The management of Business Logistics has been revolutionised over the past 20 years and has come to be regarded as a key determinant of business competitiveness. Effective logistics management can lower costs, provide better customer service and quality, which translate into strategic competitive advantage and profitability for the company. 

This part-time diploma course provides an introduction to Business Logistics and the related Operations Management. Topics covered include the strategic important of logistics management, international logistics issues, logistics network design, location and layout planning, demand forecasting, the management of materials and inventories, production planning and control, and transportation / distribution issues.

The program provides students with both a specialist knowledge of Business Logistics and a basic training in related business disciplines.
The course is divided into three parts each containing a number of individual modules which vary in depth and study method.

General Management and Analytical Techniques:

•	Management of Theory and Practice
•	Business Economics
•	Strategic Management

Logistics Core:

•	Basic of Supply Chain Management
•	Information Technology in  Logistics
•	Logistics and warehousing

Logistical Activities:

•	Freight Transport
•	Inventory Management
•	Storage and Materials Handling