International Foundation Diploma In Logistics and Supply Chain Management (Level 3)

Module 1

Assignments And Study Guidelines

This comprehensive module combines various learning approaches including interactive content, practical exercises, and engaging resources. You'll find carefully curated materials designed to enhance your understanding and skills through a mix of theoretical concepts and hands-on practice. Each component has been structured to ensure an effective and engaging learning experience.

Module 2

Business Operations Along The Supply Chain

General instructions/Guidelines for the assignment:

• Assignments should be submitted via the official portal of MSBM only as Microsoft word documents (.doc or .docx), and Microsoft PowerPoint (.ppt or .pptx), Assignments submitted via other means will not be considered.
• Kindly adhere to the format requirements (Essay, Memo, Letter, Report, Research, Presentation, etc.) and submit the assignment as per the instructions given.
• Make sure to write your full name and correct the Programme/Module name using the official OTHM/MSBM Title page.
• The Word count for each task must match the required word count for that task. If the word count is provided only for the entire assignment and not task by task or question by question. You can choose the word count of each task/question. However, the entire assignment should adhere to the word count limit.
• The word count of 2000-2500 words will apply where the assignment has not mentioned any word count. You could lose marks if you write 10% more or less than this.
• Submit only the completed assignment that will include all the tasks, and each task must answer all the instructions within that task.
• Assignments will be reviewed only if they are completed with all the tasks/questions. Please do not send each task/question separately.
• All documents will be checked for plagiarism. Any report found to be plagiarised for more than 15% would be rejected immediately. You can request a scan before submitting the assignment to know if you need to rephrase some parts of the assignment.
• Make sure to insert correct in-text citations when drafting an assignment and a list of references as per the Harvard Referencing Style is to be provided at the end of the whole assignment. (Not at the end of each task)
• There should be at least 12-15 referred sources for your assignment. All sources must be mentioned in the in-text citation and the reference list. If there in-text citation and references do not match, the institute reserve the right to reject the assignment.
• All assignments will be sent for review and until the assignment status shows “Completed”, kindly keep checking for feedback and do the needful accordingly.
• Assignments should be saved as; Programme Name _ (Candidate Full Name) _ (Candidate Code)_(Unit Abbreviation). i.e. MBA_ John Smith_00123456_ ABRM.

Task 1 of 2 – Report


Select a real life existing organisation of your choice, such as a supermarket, clothing retailer, restaurant, manufacturer or online business. Prepare a report explaining how the organisation manages its supply chain operations. The selected organization should be same for both tasks.

Your report should address the following instructions.

1. Describe the organisation, its main products or services, and the customers it serves.
2. Explain the main stages of its supply chain, including sourcing materials or products, production or preparation where relevant, storage, transportation and delivery to customers.
3. Describe how the organisation manages stock, suppliers, employees and the movement of goods or services along the supply chain.
4. Identify two challenges that may affect the organisation's supply chain and suggest practical ways to improve its operations.

Delivery and submission:

1x Report (1500 words)excluding TOC, diagrams, references and appendices.
 

Task 2 of 2 – Reflective Essay

Your essay should address the following instructions.

1. Reflect on what you have learned about how the organisation obtains, manages and delivers its products or services.
2. Explain why coordination between suppliers, employees, storage facilities and delivery services is important for the organisation.
3. Reflect on one supply chain challenge identified in Task 1 and explain what you have learned about managing or reducing its effects.
4. Discuss the knowledge and skills you have gained from completing this assignment and explain how they may be useful in your future studies or workplace.

Delivery and submission:

1x Reflective Essay (2000 words) excluding TOC, diagrams, references and appendices.

Referencing:

A comprehensive Harvard-style reference list (12- 15 references) must be included at the end of the work that represents the in-text citations used in reference to the published work. (Both in-text citations and a Reference list are required).

Evidence to be submitted:

Report – 1500 words
Reflective Essay – 1500 words

Module 3

Cross-functional Interconnectivity

This comprehensive module combines various learning approaches including interactive content, practical exercises, and engaging resources. You'll find carefully curated materials designed to enhance your understanding and skills through a mix of theoretical concepts and hands-on practice. Each component has been structured to ensure an effective and engaging learning experience.

Module 4

International Trade And Freight Management

This comprehensive module combines various learning approaches including interactive content, practical exercises, and engaging resources. You'll find carefully curated materials designed to enhance your understanding and skills through a mix of theoretical concepts and hands-on practice. Each component has been structured to ensure an effective and engaging learning experience.

Module 5

Logistics And Supply Chain Operations Management

This comprehensive module combines various learning approaches including interactive content, practical exercises, and engaging resources. You'll find carefully curated materials designed to enhance your understanding and skills through a mix of theoretical concepts and hands-on practice. Each component has been structured to ensure an effective and engaging learning experience.

Module 6

Operations Management

This comprehensive module combines various learning approaches including interactive content, practical exercises, and engaging resources. You'll find carefully curated materials designed to enhance your understanding and skills through a mix of theoretical concepts and hands-on practice. Each component has been structured to ensure an effective and engaging learning experience.

Module 7

Transport Planning And Operations Management

This comprehensive module combines various learning approaches including interactive content, practical exercises, and engaging resources. You'll find carefully curated materials designed to enhance your understanding and skills through a mix of theoretical concepts and hands-on practice. Each component has been structured to ensure an effective and engaging learning experience.