Qualification Overview 

CILT(UK) Level 6 Advanced Professional Diploma in Supply Chain Networks

A comprehensive diploma for those working in the strategic supply chain which has been mapped to the CILT(UK) Competency Framework.

The Advanced Professional Diploma is a top-up qualification for the CILT(UK) Level 5 Professional Certificate in Supply Chain and Operations Management and builds on the content of this qualification by further exploring the foundations from which strategic decision-making influences operational outputs.

It considers the practical skills required to deliver transformational changes that support supply chain performance and resilience. This figure gives an overview of how CILT(UK) positions the functions that support the operation of a supply chain. 

Qualification Learning Objectives

The overall learning objectives of the qualification:

• Analyse and evaluate internal and external factors to enhance supply chain network efficiency and relationships
• Evaluate and summarise factors influencing organisational outputs
• Analyse the ethical impact of supply chain decisions
• Evaluate methods to discover possible and credible enhancements within a supply chain network to formulate appropriate programmes of change
• Gauge the effectiveness and appropriateness of leadership styles which support impactful change programmes in supply chain and logistics environments 

Entry Requirements

Learners should have completed the CILT(UK) Level 5 Professional Certificate in Supply Chain and Operations Management or have equivalent knowledge of its content, as these themes are further developed in the CILT(UK) Level 6 Advanced Professional Diploma in Supply Chain Networks.

It is also recommended that:

• Learners have English and Maths skills equivalent to Level 2 (GCSE) before they begin studying at this qualification level.
• Learners have experience of working alongside or within supply chain operations.

If Learners are unsure of their suitability to study this qualification, they should discuss this with their Learning Partner.  

Qualification Structure

To achieve the diploma, Learners are required to successfully complete three mandatory units:

Unit 1 Enhanced Supply Chain Capability

Unit 2 Performance Excellence

Unit 3 Navigating Change 

Each unit is split into Modules, which in turn focus on specific elements. 

Assessment

To achieve the diploma, Learners are required to successfully complete all three mandatory unit assessments.

Unit Assessment Requirement

Unit 1 - Enhanced Supply Chain Capability

Assignment - (Pass mark: 50%)

Unit 2 - Supply Chain Performance Excellence

Assignment - (Pass mark: 50%)

Unit 3 - Navigating and Influencing Change within Supply Chains

Assignment - (Pass mark: 50%)

Assignments

The format and tasks required for the assignment submission are detailed in the assignment brief.

The Learner will be expected to use the learning gained through their study to apply the core knowledge to the tasks set. The required submission method is electronic following the instructions on the assessment submission confirmation.

Learners are required to complete a declaration that each assignment is their own original work. All assignments must be fully referenced and include a bibliography.

Further information on assessment will be explained during the pre-course induction.