Course Overview

The Diploma in Retail Management (DRM) equips students with skills in retail operations, customer service, and sales strategies. The Diploma in Logistics and Supply Chain Management (DLSCM) focuses on supply chain optimization, logistics operations, and inventory management. Both diplomas prepare graduates for key roles in their respective fields.

Duration:

1 year (2 semesters)

Syllabus:

The syllabus for the Diploma in Logistics and Supply Chain Management typically spans two semesters. Below is an example structure:

Semester 1:

1. Introduction to Logistics and Supply Chain Management:

• Overview of logistics and supply chain management

• Key concepts: Procurement, transportation, warehousing, distribution

• Importance of SCM in business and global trade

2. Supply Chain Strategy and Design:

• Understanding supply chain networks

• Supply chain models and optimization strategies

• Role of technology in supply chain design and management

3. Logistics Management:

• Functions of logistics: Transportation, warehousing, and inventory management

• Modes of transport: Air, road, rail, and sea

• Freight forwarding and logistics planning

4. Inventory and Warehouse Management:

• Inventory management techniques: JIT, EOQ, ABC analysis

• Warehousing operations, layout, and design

• Automation in warehouses and smart inventory control

Semester 2:

1. Global Supply Chain and International Logistics:

• Global logistics and international trade regulations

• Import-export documentation and customs procedures

• Role of INCOTERMS in international logistics

2. Supply Chain Risk Management:

• Identifying and managing risks in supply chains

• Contingency planning and mitigation strategies

• Case studies on supply chain disruptions

3. Supply Chain Analytics:

• Data analytics in supply chain management

• Use of software tools like SAP, Oracle, and others

• Predictive analytics and its application in demand forecasting

4. Project Work/Internship:

• Practical training through internships in logistics firms or related industries

• Project work focusing on real-world supply chain challenges and their solutions

Average Fees:

• ₹15,000 to ₹1,00,000 (varies by institution)

Exams to Attend:

1. Internal Assessments:

• Regular assessments through assignments, case studies, and practical work.

2. Final Semester Examinations:

• End-of-semester exams that evaluate both theoretical and practical aspects of logistics and supply chain management.

3. Professional Certifications (Optional):

• Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP): Enhances knowledge and career prospects in supply chain management.

• Certified Logistics Associate (CLA): Focuses on logistics operations and best practices.

4. Competitive Exams (Optional):

• Entrance exams for further studies like MBA in Logistics and Supply Chain Management or related fields.

Top 10 Institutions in India:

1. Indian Institute of Management (IIM), Ahmedabad

2. Symbiosis Institute of Operations Management (SIOM), Nashik

3. Indian School of Business (ISB), Hyderabad

4. Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies (NMIMS), Mumbai

5. Amity University, Noida

6. Institute of Logistics and Aviation Management (ILAM), Delhi

7. National Institute of Industrial Engineering (NITIE), Mumbai

8. MIT World Peace University, Pune

9. Xavier School of Management (XLRI), Jamshedpur

10. Institute of Management Technology (IMT), Ghaziabad

Top 10 Institutions in Kerala:

1. Rajagiri Centre for Business Studies, Kochi

2. SCMS School of Business, Kochi

3. Amrita School of Business, Kochi

4. St. Teresa's College, Ernakulam

5. Albertian Institute of Management, Kochi

6. MES Asmabi College, Thrissur

7. Farook College, Kozhikode

8. Sacred Heart College, Kochi

9. St. Joseph's College, Kozhikode

10. MACFAST (Mar Athanasios College for Advanced Studies), Thiruvalla