Bahrain Polytechnic - International Logistics Management

Bachelor of International Logistics Management

Programme length

8 Semesters (Full-Time)

Programme Entry Requirements

Applicants need to be competent at English and Maths.
They can show this by:

Passing the required level on the Bahrain Polytechnic Selection Test, or
Passing the Certificate in Academic Preparation

Introduction & Programme Aims

The transport and logistics industry is one of the sectors seen as critical to Bahrains 2030 Economic Vision. This includes the different modes which, when joined together, are referred to as the global supply chain and are made of separate, yet interconnecting, industries. These industries include maritime, ports, aviation, road, rail, warehousing and logistics

The Bachelor of International Logistics Management seeks to:

Prepare students for leadership positions in a sector facing enormous challenges and opportunities.
Provide students with the skills to manage change associated with the way transport systems and networks adapt to external circumstances.
Develop students ability to think critically and analyse opportunities arising from the adaptation and development of various transport modes and how to plan global supply chains and manage transport networks effectively.
Raise awareness of growing environmental concerns in global and local transport, including energy supply, alternative fuels, and carbon emissions

Students can choose to develop their uderstanding of one of four sectors that are veiwed as critical to the future of the logistics industry in Bahrain. The sections are Maritime Logistics, Aviation Logistics, Supply Chain Management and Transport Security.

Graduate Profile

Graduates with a Bachelor of International Logistics Management will be able to:

Problem solve logistics issues;
Explain how land/sea/air transport networks work;
Use analysis and critical thinking to develop solutions to transport and logistics problems;
Understand how ports work in the global industry;
Analyse critical issues of energy and transport;
Apply principles of urban and regional transport planning in Bahrain;
Analyse the environmental effects of the industry and seek solutions to the problems;

Career Opportunities

Upon graduation students can apply for positions in middle management and other roles as transport and logistics professionals, transport and environmental policy analysts, planning professionals and consultants, and leadership positions with transport service providers.

Students can seek careers in:

Ports and Maritime Management
Aviation and Air Freight Management
Road and Rail Operations Management
Warehousing and Inventory Management
Supply Chain Management
Government Policy Development
Law Enforcement and Defence
Passenger Transport & People Movement Management
International Logistics Organisations
Urban Logistics and Traffic Flow Management

Teaching and Assessment

Teaching will focus on a student-centred approach and developing learner autonomy. Level 6 and 7 courses are specifically aimed at developing the skills that a future manager in the sector requires. There is also a purposeful move toward more independent learning and research so the student develops advanced managerial skills. Students will be expected to think critically around problems, seek solutions and communicate in an industry specific way.

Qualifications

To be awarded a Bachelor of International Logistics Management, students must achieve 480 credits meeting specified requirements. Students may also study the required courses to receive the following embedded qualifications from the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport International:

CILT Certificate in Logistics and Transport
CILT Professional Diploma in Logistics and Transport
CILT Advanced Diploma in Logistics and Transport

Students may also exit with a Diploma in Logistics and Transport upon achieving 240 credits w

Accreditation and Partnerships

Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT)
The Bachelor of International Logistics Management includes embedded qualifications from the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT).

Industry Project

The more advanced courses focus increasingly on industry placement. The intention is to give students an industry understanding prior to graduation as well as providing them an opportunity to develop their own industry networks.

Indicative Programme Structure

Year 1	Year 2
Managing in the Transport & Logistics Environment Freight & Warehouse Operations International Transport Geography Customer Care & Fleet Management Introduction to Information Systems	International Organisations for Transport & Communication Transport & Logistics Economics & Finance Maritime Shipping Systems & Practices International Air Cargo Supervisory Management Introduction to Accounting
Year 3	Year 4
Port Operations, Chartering and Agency Land Transport and Oil Security Transport Insurance, Contracts and Tendering	Airport Management Aviation Security and Safety Transport Modelling and Simulation Final Year Project

Contact

Student Information Centre Bahrain Polytechnic Isa Town Campus, Building 8 Working Hours: 9 am to 3 pm, Sunday to Thursday
	+973 1789 7000
	+973 1789 7009
	studentinfo@polytechnic.bh
	www.polytechnic.bh