Advanced Diploma · 100% online

Advanced Diploma in Supply Chain Management

An accredited, career-focused qualification delivered 100% online — flexible starts, pay per module.

1 or 2 years

Duration

120

Credits · NQF 7

16 Jan 2027

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1 Feb 2027

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About the programme

The online Advanced Diploma in Supply Chain Management is designed for part-time students who want to build their skills while continuing to work full-time. Designed for those with experience or qualifications in logistics or supply chain management, it provides both strategic and practical knowledge essential to success in this competitive field. Delivered by the Department of Marketing, Supply Chain, and Sport Management, the programme covers operational and strategic aspects of supply chains. This format lets students balance study with work, so they can apply classroom concepts immediately in their professional roles.

The Tshwane University of Technology delivers the Advanced Diploma in Supply Chain Management fully online. With multiple start dates a year and pay-per-module tuition, it is designed for working professionals who need to balance study with work and personal commitments.

Full-time or Part-time

A student can complete this programme in 1 year (full-time) or 2 years (part-time). The full-time track has a cost implication, as students must register for more modules at a time.

What you will learn

Procurement and supplier relationship management.
Logistics and transportation management.
Inventory control and optimisation strategies.
Skills in demand forecasting and planning.
Risk management in supply chain operations.

Modules and fees

Every module in this programme, with its credits and its own fee. You register and pay module by module.

Compulsory modules All required

Modules in the compulsory group
Code	Module	Credits	Fee
SC127AN	Advanced Supply Chain Management IV A Supply chain strategy, process and systems thinking in the supply chain, total cost of ownership in the supply chain, green supply chain management, scanning and global supply chain design, and strategic supply chain cost management. Supply chain rationalisation, collaborative innovation, supply chain vulnerability and resilience.	15	R7 120
SC127BN	Advanced Supply Chain Management IV B Supply chain strategy, process and systems thinking in the supply chain, total cost of ownership in the supply chain, green supply chain management, scanning and global supply chain design, and strategic supply chain cost management. Supply chain rationalisation, collaborative innovation, supply chain vulnerability and resilience.	15	R7 120
SP127AN	Strategic Procurement Management IV A Strategic procurement management, market analysis, international sourcing, sourcing strategies, contract management, supplier development, supplier tiering and mapping, strategic relationship management, category management, corporate governance procurement risk management.	15	R7 120
SP127BN	Strategic Procurement Management IV B Strategic procurement management, market analysis, international sourcing, sourcing strategies, contract management, supplier development, supplier tiering and mapping, strategic relationship management, category management, corporate governance procurement risk management.	15	R7 120
RS127BN	Research Methodology IV A The purpose of this module is to introduce students to scientific research skills required to compile a basic research proposal for projects within a chosen field in management sciences. This module lays the foundation for reviewing academic literature and selecting appropriate scientific research designs and methods in adherence to ethical research principles for projects within the chosen field.	15	R7 120
RS127AN	Research Methodology IV B The purpose of this module is to introduce students to scientific research skills required to compile a basic research proposal for projects within a chosen field in management sciences. This module lays the foundation for reviewing academic literature and selecting appropriate scientific research designs and methods in adherence to ethical research principles for projects within the chosen field.	15	R7 120
AS127CN	Advanced Strategic Management IV A The specific aspects covered in this module include, inter alia, the strategic management process; strategic planning for business activities outside the country; ethics in business; vision and mission statement; different types of strategies such as intensive, diversification, integration strategies, etc. detailed analysis of both internal and external environments including IFE, EFE, CPM, external forces, matrices, Porter’s generic strategies and five forces model; strategic selection; strategy implementation; and strategy evaluation and control.	15	R7 120
AS127DN	Advanced Strategic Management IV B The specific aspects covered in this module include, inter alia, the strategic management process; strategic planning for business activities outside the country; ethics in business; vision and mission statement; different types of strategies such as intensive, diversification, integration strategies, etc. detailed analysis of both internal and external environments including IFE, EFE, CPM, external forces, matrices, Porter’s generic strategies and five forces model; strategic selection; strategy implementation; and strategy evaluation and control.	15	R7 120

Module fees are for 2026 and are reviewed annually. Where the programme includes electives, you pay only for the modules you take.

Full fees and payments

Admission requirements

To apply for this qualification, a student must have:

A Diploma or National Diploma in Supply Chain.
Students with an equivalent NQF Level 6 qualification and at least 360 credits can also apply.

Recognition of prior learning (RPL) and work-experience routes are available for applicants who do not meet the formal requirements — ask an adviser to assess your eligibility. An RPL assessment takes around six months.

English language requirements

All teaching, learning materials and assessment are in English. Applicants must be able to read, write and communicate in English at the level required for higher education study.

What you can do with this qualification

An accredited, career-focused qualification delivered 100% online — flexible starts, pay per module.

Career opportunities

Supply Chain Manager
Logistics Coordinator / Manager
Procurement / Purchasing Manager
Inventory Control Specialist
Demand / Supply Planning Analyst
Operations Manager
Warehouse Manager

Student support

Tutor access
Student success coordinator
Careers service
Technical support

Fully accredited qualifications

(Council on Higher Education)
4 start dates a year
Pay per module — no upfront annual fee
Dedicated student success support

Programme FAQs

Is the qualification accredited?

Yes. This is a fully accredited qualification with the same recognition as its on-campus equivalent.

How many hours a week will I need?

Most students spend around 15–20 hours a week, but because study is online and flexible you can fit it around work and family.

How am I assessed?

Assessment is continuous and online — a mix of assignments, quizzes and projects within each module, with no need to travel to a venue.

What do I need to study online?

A computer or laptop and a stable internet connection. All learning materials are delivered through the online learning platform.

Can I pay per module?

Yes. Tuition is structured per module, so you pay as you progress rather than a full year upfront.

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