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| SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY |
| REGISTERED QUALIFICATION: |
| Higher Certificate in Supply Chain and Logistics Management |
| SAQA QUAL ID | QUALIFICATION TITLE | |||
| 119067 | Higher Certificate in Supply Chain and Logistics Management | |||
| ORIGINATOR | ||||
| Damelin | ||||
| PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY | NQF SUB-FRAMEWORK | |||
| - | HEQSF - Higher Education Qualifications Sub-framework | |||
| QUALIFICATION TYPE | FIELD | SUBFIELD | ||
| Higher Certificate | Field 03 - Business, Commerce and Management Studies | Procurement | ||
| ABET BAND | MINIMUM CREDITS | PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL | NQF LEVEL | QUAL CLASS |
| Undefined | 120 | Not Applicable | NQF Level 05 | Regular-Provider-ELOAC |
| REGISTRATION STATUS | SAQA DECISION NUMBER | REGISTRATION START DATE | REGISTRATION END DATE | |
| Reregistered | EXCO 0333/25 | 2025-07-10 | 2028-07-10 | |
| LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT | LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT | |||
| 2029-07-10 | 2032-07-10 | |||
| In all of the tables in this document, both the pre-2009 NQF Level and the NQF Level is shown. In the text (purpose statements, qualification rules, etc), any references to NQF Levels are to the pre-2009 levels unless specifically stated otherwise. |
This qualification does not replace any other qualification and is not replaced by any other qualification. |
| PURPOSE AND RATIONALE OF THE QUALIFICATION |
| Purpose:
The purpose of the Higher Certificate in Supply Chain and Logistics Management is to provide qualifying learners with complete and broad knowledge of supply chain and logistics management, as well as expose them to various business concepts and guide learners through the entry-level application of these concepts. Learners will gain the competencies required to engage in the processes and inter-relationships across the supply chain to create sustainable value for organisations. The qualification will also equip learners with a sound fundamental knowledge base and skills regarding supply chain management. The first-line managers will benefit from this qualification as they will acquire the knowledge and skills required to fulfil their management role within the supply chain. This qualification includes the disciplines of warehousing, transport, inventory, materials management, and purchasing. The qualification is designed to facilitate and teach learners best practices of problem-solving within the field of study as well as applying theory to real-life scenarios which instil problem-solving skills that are needed both going into industry as well as studying further. The qualification supports individual and collaborative learning to take place using the online learning platform. The qualification is aligned to industry expectations which will assist qualifying learners to comprehensively address the needs of the market given the consciences effort of organisations to reduce costs, promote ethical practice and governance, efficiently communicate and utilise technology in a streamlined and proficient manner within the supply chain and logistics management sector. Upon completion of the qualification, qualifying learners will be able to: This qualification will equip learners with an introductory understanding of the various facets of supply chain and logistics management. Qualifying learners will build their knowledge and understanding of supply chain and logistics management through the various principles, best practices, implications, opportunities and techniques covered in the respective core modules. Regarding Purchasing Management for South Africa, the qualification will focus on the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), National Treasury prescripts, legal concepts and the application of procurement and supply chain in the South African context. This qualification will allow learners to develop industry-aligned thinking and capabilities through a simulated work environment that sees the integration and interrelatedness of content covered within a supply chain and logistics management context. Given the core focus of this qualification, the supporting modules and the practice of a simulated working environment, at the end of this qualification, learners are comprehensively equipped with the competencies to enter various entry-level, graduate and junior positions within supply chain and logistics management. Rationale: Supply Chain and Logistics Management has emerged not only within the South African sphere but internationally as well, as a leading sector where innovation, growth and revenue can be derived. The field of Supply Chain and Logistics Management has grown in recognition of its propensity to create a competitive advantage. Therefore, the qualification is geared toward providing learners with an introductory holistic understanding of the constituent of supply chain and logistics management. The South African public administration and government landscape is characterised by misappropriation of funds, the unauthorised and mismanaged tendering process which does not adhere to supply chain and regulation management practices as well as poor governance. As such, this qualification seeks to bridge the knowledge and competency gap evident among government spheres and industry in the area of supply chain and logistics management. This will be done by equipping qualifying learners through their qualifications with the necessary skills, competencies and capabilities. The qualification will serve as a platform for growth, postulating the drive towards the 4th industrial revolution in South Africa. Qualifying learners will be competent in the supply chain and logistics management field as well as develop the ability to make ethically and economically sound decisions. This qualification is aimed at those wanting to practice supply chain and logistics management both in the public and industrial sectors. The qualification will cover a range of industry-related modules as well as a vocational module offered over the qualification period, which will allow for learners to enter positions such as: The qualification provides learners with a foundational holistic view of supply chain and logistics management, which when completed, can be utilised as a basis for further studies such as gaining entry into related Advanced Certificates, Diplomas and Bachelor's Degrees. |
| LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING |
| The institution has an approved Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) policy applicable to equivalent qualifications for admission into the qualification. RPL will be applied to accommodate applicants who qualify. RPL thus provides alternative access and admission to qualifications, as well as advancement within qualifications. RPL may be applied for access, credits from modules and credits for or towards the qualification.
RPL for access: RPL for exemption of modules: RPL for credit: Entry Requirements: The minimum entry requirement for this qualification is: Or Or |
| RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING? |
| Y |
| QUALIFICATION RULES |
| This qualification consists of the following compulsory modules at NQF Level 5 totalling 120 Credits.
Compulsory module, Level 5, 120 Credits: |
| EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES |
| 1. Demonstrate the understanding of supply chain and logistics management concepts, constituents, principles, best practices, initiatives, models and contemporary approaches in the business environment.
2. Demonstrate the ability to operate effectively within a system, or manage a system based on an understanding of the roles and relationships between elements within the system. 3. Demonstrate the ability to identify and address ethical issues based on critical reflection on the suitability of different ethical value systems to specific contexts. 4. Demonstrate an understanding of the role of technology in facilitating efficient communication along a supply chain within an organisation as well as its application in optimising business and supply chain and logistics management processes. |
| ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
| Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 1:
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 2: Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 3: Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 4: Integrated Assessment: Integrated Assessment at the level of the qualification provides an opportunity for learners to show that they can integrate concepts, ideas and actions across this qualification to achieve competence that is grounded and coherent with the purpose of this qualification. Integrated assessment will show how already demonstrated competence in individual areas can be linked and applied for the achievement of a holistic outcome as described in the Exit Level Outcomes. Integrated Assessment will judge the quality of the observable performance, and the quality of the reasoning that lies behind it. Assessments tools will encourage learners to give an account of the thinking and decision-making that underpin their demonstrated performance. Integrated assessment in this qualification allows the learners to demonstrate applied competence and uses a range of formative and summative assessment methods. Formative Assessment: Formative assessment means a range of formal, non-formal, and informal ongoing assessment procedures used to focus teaching and learning activities to improve learner attainment. Formative assessments ensure the learner has continuous and timely feedback on their performance. Summative assessments ensure learners achieve each module outcome. Formative assessments contribute 50% towards the final mark. Formative assessment is applied through, but not limited to: Summative Assessment: Summative assessment is conducted at the end of sections of learning or whole qualification, to evaluate learning related to a particular qualification, part-qualification, or professional designation. Summative assessment of learning usually has as its aim the evaluation and/or the certification of learning that has already taken place, and the extent to which this learning has been successful. Summative assessment is usually formal. Examination contributes 50% towards the final mark. Summative assessments are made up of a variety of types such as: Experiential Learning: The mark for the Experiential Learning module is assessed based on the learner's and mentor's feedback in the Electronic Portfolio of Evidence (EPOE) that they are required to hand in. A minimum mark of 50% is required to pass. |
| INTERNATIONAL COMPARABILITY |
| The outcomes, assessment criteria, degree of complexity and the notional learning time of the South African qualification have been favourably compared to similar qualifications from the following institutions in Ireland and New Zealand:
Country: Ireland Institution: The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) Qualification Title: Higher Certificate in Business, Logistics and Supply Chain Management NQF Level: National Framework Qualification (NFQ) Level 6 Credits: 120 Similarities: The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport Ireland (CILT) is comparable to the South African (SA) qualification in the following aspects. NQF Level and Credits: Both the CILT and SA qualifications are registered at NQF Level 5 because the NFQ Level 6 is a Higher Certificate in Ireland. The NFQ Level 6 Higher Certificate in Ireland is equivalent to NQF Level 5 of the South African qualifications. The CILT qualification carries the weight of 120 credits which is similar to the SA qualification. Purpose: The CILT and SA qualifications are open to professionals who wish to further their knowledge in the areas of business, logistics and supply chain management. all individuals regardless of experience, and those new to the industry looking to pursue a new career. The qualifications are designed for participants who currently work in the industry but do not have the necessary academic achievements to progress in their careers. Learners come from a variety of backgrounds across the logistics, supply chain and transport areas. On completion of both the CILT and SA qualifications, learners will be able to: Qualification structure: CILT qualification is offered on a part-time basis to cater for those individuals wishing to enter the supply chain and logistics management industry as well as further their knowledge or career in a blended learning approach. Both the CILT and SA qualifications comprise the following compulsory modules which introduce learners to business applications, Supply Chain Management, Fundamentals of Finance for Supply Chain, Warehousing and Transportation Management among others which allows for the learner to develop and promote their understanding of the subject matter. Year One: Certificate: On completion of year one, learners receive a Certificate in Logistics and Supply Chain Management (Minor Award - 60 Credits). Year Two: Higher Certificate: On completion of Year 2 students are awarded a Higher Certificate in Logistics and Supply Chain Management (Major Award - 120 Credits). Differences: There is a slight difference between the CILT qualification and SA qualification in the structure since learners can exit the CILT qualification at the end of the first year with 60 credits whereas learners exit the SA qualification at the end of one year with 120 credits and not two years. Country: New Zealand Institution: Manukau Institute of Technology Qualification Title: Certificate in Supply Chain Management NQF Level: New Zealand Qualifications Framework (NZQF) Level 5 Credits: 60 Similarities: The South African (SA) qualification compares favourably with the Manukau Institute of Technology (MIT) qualification in the following ways. Both qualifications are registered at NQF Level 5. Entry Requirements: The entry requirements for SA qualification are the secondary school qualification/National Senior Certificate registered at NQF Level 4 and the Higher Certificate in the cognate field registered at NQF Level 5. The MIT qualification entry requirements are as follows: Or Or Or Both qualifications can be accessed through recognition of prior learning (RPL). Work experience or previous tertiary study may count towards achieving your qualification. Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) at MIT is designed for those who already have on-the-job skills and knowledge but want to take their career to the next level with a qualification. With RPL learners can measure and match their existing skills against credits in our courses - creating a tailored path of study that will not only save money but also help learners to complete their qualifications faster. Purpose/Rationale: The MIT and SA qualifications have been designed by the industry, for the industry and are suitable for those working in or planning to work in an operational decision-making position in the field of supply chain management. Both the MIT and SA qualifications capitalise on a world of logistics opportunities with one of the most sought-after certificates in the logistics industry. The purpose of both qualifications is to allow learners to: Supply Chain and Logistics is the science of planning and optimising the delivery of goods and services, from producers right through to the end consumer. It is getting the right product to the right place at the right time, with the right quality and price. Today's logistics industry needs well-organised people with excellent analytical, communication and negotiation skills. It is a fast-growing area as people change the way they buy things, and businesses need quicker and more efficient ways to distribute their products. Both the MIT and SA qualifications will enable learners to gain skills and elementary knowledge in: Both the MIT and SA qualifications will allow learners to gain the knowledge, skills and experience for a career in a growing, worldwide industry or upskill the current qualifications to get ahead. Learners can choose from a variety of paths including roles in warehousing, import and export, road and rail transport, and much more. Learners may pursue career opportunities in: Similar to the SA qualification, the MIT qualification will allow qualified learners to articulate vertically in studying the following qualifications. Qualification structure: The MIT qualification consists of the following five compulsory modules. Compulsory Modules, 60 Credits: The following modules are similar to the SA qualification offered by the institution: Differences: The MIT qualification differs slightly from the SA qualification in that the MIT qualification has 60 credits whereas the SA qualification carries 120 credits. Qualification structure: The SA qualification covers a wider scope compared to the MIT qualification and it includes the Work Integrated learning which is not in the MIT qualification. The following modules offered by the SA qualification are different from the MIT qualification: The mode of delivery for MIT is both part-time and full-time whereas the SA qualification offers distance learning only and follows the blended learning approach. Country: Australia Institution: Griffith University Qualification Title: Certificate of Logistics and Supply Chain Management Duration: One-year full time Credits: 120 Similarities: The Griffith University (GU) qualification is comparable to the South African qualification in the following manner. Duration and Credits: Both the GU and SA qualifications care are offered over a period of one-year full time. They both carry a weight of 120 credits. Purpose/Rationale: The Certificate of Logistics and Supply Chain Management will equip you to oversee critical aspects of the supply chain and prepare you for employment in a variety of administrative or managerial roles in logistics and supply chain management across a range of industry sectors. Both qualifications will provide learners with a thorough understanding of the methodologies, strategies and key areas of logistics, inventory and supply chain management. Logistics and supply chain management is critical to the success of any company which manufactures or handles goods. Both qualifications provide learners with the skills and knowledge to be competitive in the logistics and supply chain management field. Learners will learn from international experts and become adept in sourcing the best materials for the best price, developing good relationships with suppliers and customers, monitoring the movement and storage of raw materials, maintaining inventories of stock, and tracking goods from their point of origin to the final customer. Learners will be able to put their classroom knowledge into practice through a local or international project-based internship or community internship. Learners will gain valuable professional experience working on a project for a real company or community organisation and earn credit toward one's qualifications. On completion of both qualifications, learners will be able to: Qualifying learners from both GU and SA qualifications will be able to pursue career opportunities to: Qualification Structure Both the GU and SA qualifications consist of the following compulsory modules. Assessment: Assessment will be comprised of written exercises, including short-answer questions, reflective tasks, short reports and/or projects. Differences: The GU qualification consists of only formative assessment as there are no examinations while the SA qualification is assessed by both formative and summative assessment methods. or due dates for assessment. Mode of delivery: The GU qualification is self-paced and 100% online whereas the SA qualification is both offered online and distance learning, utilising the blended learning approach. There are some differences in the curriculum offered by the two institutions. The following modules offered by the SA qualification are different from the MIT qualification: Conclusion: The SA qualification compares favourably with the examples given, as they focus on developing a learner with a thorough understanding of supply chain and logistics management. These qualifications consist of modules that provide broad exposure to relevant business concepts and management specifics that enable learners to understand and identify consumer needs and supply chain and logistics trends. The qualifications enable learners to progress to higher-level supply chain and logistics management studies at a later stage in their business or academic careers. |
| ARTICULATION OPTIONS |
| This qualification allows possibilities for both vertical and horizontal articulation.
Horizontal Articulation: Vertical Articulation: |
| MODERATION OPTIONS |
| N/A |
| CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRATION OF ASSESSORS |
| N/A |
| NOTES |
| N/A |
| LEARNING PROGRAMMES RECORDED AGAINST THIS QUALIFICATION: |
| NONE |
| PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS QUALIFICATION: |
| This information shows the current accreditations (i.e. those not past their accreditation end dates), and is the most complete record available to SAQA as of today. Some Primary or Delegated Quality Assurance Functionaries have a lag in their recording systems for provider accreditation, in turn leading to a lag in notifying SAQA of all the providers that they have accredited to offer qualifications and unit standards, as well as any extensions to accreditation end dates. The relevant Primary or Delegated Quality Assurance Functionary should be notified if a record appears to be missing from here. |
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| All qualifications and part qualifications registered on the National Qualifications Framework are public property. Thus the only payment that can be made for them is for service and reproduction. It is illegal to sell this material for profit. If the material is reproduced or quoted, the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) should be acknowledged as the source. |