Overview
The Postgraduate Diploma in Supply Chain Management - Lean SCM Black Belt is a part-time blended programme running over 18 months from the date of first registration for the programme.
This programme consists of two parts. In Year 1 students take modules to the value of 45 credits and in Year 2 take modules to the value of 15 credits.
A blended learning approach is a blend of classroom activity and online resources. In this format online resources will be provided to workshops, with further online resources provided after workshops.
Progression to MSc Supply Chain Management - Lean SCM Black Belt
Students attaining at least a Second Class Grade I Honours (at least 60%) in the Postgraduate Diploma in Supply Chain Management - Lean SCM Black Belt may opt not be conferred with a Postgraduate Diploma and may instead progress to the MSc (Supply Chain Management - Lean SCM Black Belt).
Programme Requirements
For information about modules, module choice, options and credit weightings, please go to Programme Requirements.
Programme Requirements
Module List
| Code |
Title |
Credits |
| |
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| IS6401 | Information Systems and Technologies in Supply Chains | 5 |
| MG6200 | Advanced Lean Tools and Practices in Process Improvement | 10 |
| MG6201 | Driving Operational Excellence through Lean Leadership | 10 |
| MG6202 | Strategic Planning and Implementation in Supply Chains | 10 |
| MG6203 | Leadership and Change Management in Supply Chains | 10 |
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| FE6201 | Current Issues in Supply Chain Management | 5 |
| MG6204 | Lean Black Belt Project | 10 |
| Total Credits | 60 |
Examinations
Full details and regulations governing Examinations for each programme will be contained in the Marks and Standards Book and for each module in the Book of Modules.
Programme Learning Outcomes
Programme Learning Outcomes for Postgraduate Diploma in Supply Chain Management - Lean SCM Black Belt (NFQ Level 9, Major Award)
On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to:
- Communicate and work effectively to a high professional standard;
- Demonstrate advanced analytical and problem-solving skills associated with effective practice;
- Engage in advanced application of frameworks and techniques in organisational settings;
- Appraise leadership competencies that are useful in addressing key ethical and sustainability challenges facing leaders at various levels within organisations and along supply chains;
- Reflect on the role of a responsible leader and their ability to affect ethical and sustainable behaviour within organisational and supply chain contexts.
