LOGISTICS AND SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT

LOGISTICS AND SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT

Logistics is the management of the flow of goods, information and other resources, including energy and people, between the point of origin and the point of consumption in order to meet the requirements of consumers(frequently, and originally, military organizations). Logistics involves the integration of information, transportation. Logistics is a channel of the supply chain which adds the value of time and place utility. Today the complexity of production logistics can be modeled, analyzed, visualized and optimized by plant simulation software. WHY DUBAI? It is expected that by the early second half of 2010, the world s largest cargo airport, likely to surpass that of Singapore s is to be operational and with that the world s largest exclusive Logistics city Dubai Logistic City will become the hub of world logistic concentration. Phoenix Educational Institute a synonym for quality in Management related training courses has designed a unique training programme in LOGISTICS & SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT.

What are the benefits? Convenient Hours: Offered after work or on Weekends, the courses are an attractive option for busy professionals who would like a structured classroom format. Company/Employee tuition reimbursement: Many organizations offer a tuition reimbursement program for continuing education courses. Networking opportunities: Learn from instructors and colleagues who have a variety of industry experiences to share. Paced courses: Classroom expectations and assignments provide a framework for learning the materials in a set time frame. Clarification and Discussion: The classroom setting provides a forum to discuss difficult topics.

Logistics and Distribution is one of the oldest professions in the world. But due to increase in world trade, more and more opportunities are being created for Logistics and freight forwarding professionals. Qualified persons are in demand all over the world, especially in USA, UK, Singapore, Hong Kong and India. 1760 companies around the Logistics industry registered in London, such as, marine insurance, intermediation, agency, financing, counseling for logistics law etc. As Dubai is racing ahead to be a Logistics leader, knowledge and qualifications has to be upgraded amongst the professionals here. Professionals in UK, USA, Singapore, Hong Kong etc are far ahead of the Middle East in terms of Logistics knowledge and qualifications. In Middle East, there are no professional certifications available for Logistics and Freight forwarding professionals.

Phoenix Institute for Management Education brings you an International Certification for Logistics professionals from U.K London Shipping Capital of the World London Academy of Management Studies UK Premium Certification Certified Logistics and Distribution Professional (CLDP) London Academy of Management Studies UK, LONDON CLDP is a prestigious certification which adds value and opens up job opportunities all over the world International recognition and reputation CLDP certification programme is designed to enhance the perceived market value a quality brand endorsement.

THIS COURSE DURATION - 30 Hrs TIMING - Weekdays, Fridays TRAINER - Doctorate In Management MATERIALS - Provided CERTIFICATION - Ministry of Education, Dubai - London Academy of Management Studies, UK (Optional) COURSE FEE - AED 2000-/-

COURSE CONTENTS BASICS AND CONCEPTS OF SCM International Logistics Chain Logistics Vs Distribution Management Concept of SCM Importance of SCM Integrated Logistics Management Logistics Functions and Modes L.C IMPORT AND EXPORT Introduction about LC L.C forms and types Different types of L.C Letter of Credit Issued Common Errors of L.C Concepts of Trading UCP 600 International Chambers of Commerce

INVENTORY MANAGEMENT Inventory Basics Information Classification of Inventory Determining Inventory Quantities Analyzing the demand Inventory Cost Flow Method Accounting for Inventory Stock holding cost Requirements for Inventory Planning Inventory Errors. SHIPPING & FREIGHT FORWARDING Trade & Marketing Environment International Economic Institution GATT UCCTAD Basic Concepts related to handling shipment Cargo, Container, Tankers and Large Bulk Carriers Terminal Operations Management, Customs Export Declaration Freight Forwarder or Consolidators Freight Adjustment FCL Versus LCL Marine Insurance, Dangerous goods and Containers IATA Shippers Declarations. Shipping Container & ISO Standards Shippers Lectess of Instruction.

PURCHASING AND NEGOTIATION Definition of Negotiation Know the Product and Service Value Strategies of Negotiation Different aspects and stages of Negotiation Planning & Evaluation for Negotiations Break through the Negotiation into an issue Different Stages of Negotiation Cultural Factors & Negotiation Process.

FORECASTING AND BUDGETTING Organization & It s Environment Informal Information Values and Objectives Lead Time Forecasting Support & IS Forecaster and Decision Maker Action Plan Select Forecasting Procedure Initial System Forecast Firms Forecasting Needs Operational Decisions & Strategic Decisions Costs & Benefits of Improving Forecasting Methods of Forecasting.

Why should you get Certified? Certified Logistics Professionals earn more salary than non certified Education: Most important factor for upward mobility of Logistics professionals Better Educated = High ranking Professionals Very few qualified professionals in Logistics Most of the professionals grow in career due to experience Certification is one of the most important qualifications in Logistics Certified Professionals can expect exponential growth in their careers

Eligibility for Certification At least 2 years work experience after Plus two or Graduation Attend the 8 weeks training in Logistics by Phoenix Institute For Management Education Faculty s Assessment Written Examination

Examination Open Book Exam Exams will be held on the last day of the class The answer papers will be forwarded to London Academy for their evaluation Within one week the results will be communicated to the students Question paper will have 75 marks Faculty evaluation will be 25 marks The pass marks for the exam will be 60 Question papers are set by the program director in consultation with the board of examiners from London Academy

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