In today?s global economy, successful businesses depend on efficient supply chains to deliver products and services at the right time, place, cost, and quality. This course explores the vital role logistics and supply chain management play within the wider world of business, from sourcing materials and managing operations to distribution and customer satisfaction.
Far from its traditional image, the logistics and supply chain industry is now a fast-paced, technology-driven environment offering a wealth of exciting career opportunities. Businesses across every sector, from retail and manufacturing to international trade rely on skilled professionals who can plan, coordinate, and optimise their operations.
Through this course, students gain a strong foundation in business principles alongside specialist knowledge of logistics, supply chain strategy, and global trade. The programme combines theory with practical learning, helping students develop the analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills needed to thrive in modern business environments.
Developed in partnership with employers, the course content is up to date and relevant, ensuring students are equipped with the technical insight and professional competencies that organisations look for in future business leaders.
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What will I study?
Units to make up the completion of qualification.
Mandatory Units:
- Introduction to modes of transportation in the logistics operations
- Sustainability in logistics and supply chain operations
- Warehouse operations within supply chain logistics
Sample Units:
- Business communications
- Safety and wellbeing in a digital working environment
- Effective teamwork and leadership skills
- Introduction to exporting within supply chain logistics
- Introduction to importing within supply chain logistics
- Technology and automation in supply chain logistics
- Understand key terms for supply chain logistics
- Understand the provision of customer service within a logistics environment
All units are subject to change and may be withdrawn
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Who is this course for?
This course is perfect for aspiring business professionals who want to understand how global supply chains keep the world moving. Designed for those interested in logistics, operations, and international trade, it provides a solid foundation in the business principles behind sourcing, production, and distribution. Whether you are starting your career or building on existing skills, this course will help you develop the knowledge and confidence to succeed in the fast-paced world of global business and supply chain management.
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How is the course assessed?
Units are internally and externally assessed through coursework and moderated. The coursework is graded and an overall grade for the qualification is awarded.
Assessment on this course is varied, practical, and designed to reflect real-world business scenarios. Students will demonstrate their knowledge and skills through a mix of written assignments, presentations, role plays, case studies, group projects, and practical tasks.
Creative and interactive assessments encourage teamwork, problem-solving, and communication, key skills for success in business and supply chain management. Regular feedback and reflection activities help students track their progress and apply what they learn directly to industry-relevant contexts.
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Your Study Programme
If you are aged 16-18, you will join a Study Programme. We will make sure you are working at the right level on your core qualification and are challenged to achieve the highest level of qualification you can. All students will continue to improve their maths and English and if you don't have a grade 4 (C) at GCSE, we will work with you towards achieving that goal (subject to specific entry requirements for particular courses). Work experience will be part of your study programme and complement your college study and prepare you for employment. You will also get involved in activities to help you develop life skills and to build your confidence so you can make progress in your career. Weekly timetables will include tutorial support which may comprise of full group activities or one to one sessions to discuss individual progress or support needs.
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Knowledge
You will develop a thorough knowledge and understanding of:
Students will gain a practical understanding of how logistics systems support businesses. Key areas of learning include:
Working with Stakeholders Understanding different stakeholders and how to manage relationships within a business.
Rules and Regulations Learning about important laws and workplace rules, including data protection, health and safety, and compliance.
Business Basics Exploring essential business ideas such as managing change, handling finances, and planning simple projects within a logistics context.
This knowledge helps students build the skills needed to work effectively in business and logistics environments.
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Skills
You will have the ability to:
Students will develop practical skills that are directly applicable to working in business and logistics systems, including:
IT Skills Using multiple IT packages and systems relevant to the organisation.
Teamwork and Relationship Building Building and maintaining positive relationships within your own team and across the wider organisation.
Communication Skills Communicating effectively in a range of contexts, whether face-to-face, on the telephone, in writing, or via digital platforms.
These skills support students in becoming confident, capable, and work-ready for roles in business and logistics systems.
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Behaviours
What is required?
Students will learn and demonstrate behaviours expected in a professional business and logistics environment, including:
Team Contribution Acting as a role model, supporting team cohesion, and contributing to overall productivity.
Positive Team Culture Promoting a respectful and inclusive team culture while constructively challenging unhelpful behaviours.
Responsibility and Resilience Taking ownership of your own work, accepting feedback positively, using initiative, and demonstrating resilience in challenging situations.
Team Accountability Taking responsibility for team performance and ensuring the quality of projects delivered.
These behaviours help students develop professionalism, leadership potential, and the interpersonal skills valued by employers.
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General info
Students are expected to come fully prepared for all sessions, bringing essential stationery and any required study materials. Developing strong organisational habits and a professional attitude to learning reflects the expectations of the business environment. Being punctual, prepared, and ready to engage will help you get the most from the course and build the skills valued by employers in the global business and supply chain sector.
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Progression and Career Opportunities
Progression from Level 2 Global Logistics with Business courses to Level 3 courses requires students to fully complete all their Level 2 study programme within year including English and maths and work experience where required.
Learners could progress into a variety of opportunities including:
Working roles such as:
- Transport Planner
- Supply Chain Manager
- Port Worker
- Admin Manager
Apprenticeships ? for example International Trade and Logistic or International Trade and/or Logistics Trainee Manager/Business Manager
Further studies ? Level 3 in Global Logistics with Business or similar courses.
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Entry Requirements for new students
Four GCSEs at Grade 3 or above including English and maths or a related Level 1 qualification plus English and maths at GCSE grade 1-3
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Admissions Process
We recommend that you attend one of our exciting open events so that you can look around the department, the college and meet the tutors. You are welcome to do this before or after you apply. These events have proved very successful in ensuring students and their families see the best of what the college has to offer such as our inspirational teaching areas, teachers, library facilities and places to eat.
Once you have applied our experienced Enrolment team will consider your application carefully and will let you know, by email, if the College would like to make you a conditional offer based on you meeting the specified entry requirements. If your predicted grades or career aims suggest that an alternative subject area or course level would be more appropriate for you at this stage, we will contact you either by telephone, email or text. If you have told us that you have some additional support needs we will contact you to find out more so that we can help you.
If you have applied for an Apprenticeship, your application will be passed to our Apprenticeship team who will be in touch by telephone or email.
