Blantyre International University Bachelor of Logistics and Supply Chain Management
Blantyre International University Bachelor of Logistics; Today’s businesses become more competitive due to rapid change and globalization. Competition in both local and international markets requires an excellent distribution network. By the rapid change in the development of information technologies, business processes are also changing. The change has also brought a tremendous change in customer expectations. We start to notice more and more impatient customers in the market, and customers start to inquire different channels to have goods and services delivered to them. In order to survive in such a challenging environment, Logistic and Supply Chain Management are becoming increasingly important subjects. This area deals with procurement of raw materials, their delivery to the production environment, storage of raw material as well as finished goods, and distribution channels, which are also important activities within a supply chain. These changes increase the importance of logistics both in Malawi and globally.
Logistics plays a key role in the implementation of processes responsible for the company’s operative performance. Because only an intelligent control system that manages the company’s interconnecting flow of products and information can give rise to innovations in profit-oriented processes and products. In the Bachelor of Science in Logistics and Supply Chain Management, you will work on integrated approaches for logistical solutions – and their successful implementation. Students will be introduced to the current and relevant subareas of logistics. The main focus includes Contract Logistics and Forwarding, International Transport as well as Intra-logistics.
During their study they will be able to look far beyond their own experience in logistics with the help of specific issues: at Blantyre International University, in Bachelor of Science in Logistics and Supply Chain Management, students will learn how to implement an advanced concept of Logistics and Supply Chain Management. They will analyze the management and optimization of financial processes which are necessary for success-oriented use in inventory/stocks, technical furnishing and equipment, vehicle fleet and real estate.
Aim of the Program
The purpose of the Logistic and Supply Chain Management program is both to promote the importance of the logistics in Malawi, and help national and international companies by providing well-prepared professionals in the field of logistics and supply chain management. The program has both interdisciplinary and international content. The courses are designed to the needs of the sector. We expect our graduates to have both theoretical background and market experience.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the program, the students will be able to:
To provide an overview of the key activities performed by the logistics function including distribution, transportation, global logistics and inventory control
To gain a working understanding of logistics principles and to expose students to the language of logistics
Describe alternative ways to organize for supply chain management.
Describe methods of inventory planning.
To understand current challenges faced by supply chain professionals and to provide a basis for thinking through these challenges
Explain how technology has and continues to change logistics and supply chain management.
Compare modes of transportation and related policies.
Describe warehouse processes, systems, and performance measures.
Describe documentation and terms of sale for international shipments.
Demonstrate business ethics, a strong work ethic and solution to critical business issues.
Demonstrate knowledge of the legal and ethical environment impacting business organizations in the area of Logistic and Supply Chain Management.
Demonstrate an ability to engage in critical thinking by analysing situations and constructing and selecting viable solutions to solve Logistic and Supply Chain Management problems.
Demonstrate knowledge of current information, theories and models, and techniques and practices in Logistic and Supply Chain Management.
To prepare students for career opportunities
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Career Opportunities
The graduates of BIU Logistic and Supply Chain Management may find career opportunities in the following sectors:
Logistics, Purchasing, Supply, and Foreign Trade Departments of production, service and sales companies
Logistics Service Providers (3PL or 4PL)
Freight Forwarders
Logistics Departments of Insurance, Finance, Audit and Foreign Trade companies
Logistics Departments of Universities and Research Institutes
Related Departments of State Planning Organization, Ministry of Transportation, and other Government Organizations.
Logistics Consultancy and Training Companies
Logistics Applications Departments of Communications and Information Technology Companies.
Customs Brokerage
Maritime and Port Authorities
Civil Society Organizations
Logistics Centers
Entry Requirements
Applicants for admission into LSCM undergraduate programme will be subject to selective screening based on academic achievement at the secondary level. The table below shows the standards for evaluating secondary school’s credentials for undergraduate admission.
Examination Minimum Requirement
Malawi School Certificate of Education – [ MSCE ] or IGSCE/GSCE A full certificate with at least six credit passes including English and Mathematics plus one of the following subjects:
Business Studies
Principles of Accounting
A-Level – One ‘A’ level pass
IB – One upper level pass
Mature Entry – Diploma in relevant field of study plus Work or Business Experience of three years or more
Exemption Policy
A student may, in approved cases, be exempted from certain levels or courses or both provided that the student shall have successfully completed an approved or equivalent university level courses elsewhere and that the student shall be required to complete at least half (50%) of the programme through Blantyre International University. Specifically, the following persons may apply for a 50% exemption:
• A person who has obtained a degree from this or another university.
• A person who has obtained a three-year Diploma from a recognised institution of higher learning.
• • Where a person does not qualify to apply for a 50% exemption, the academic transcripts will be examined and placement determined by the Academic Committee.
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Degree Course Duration
The duration of this degree programme is four years.
