Logistics

2 years/120 ECTS, Diploma, Plus an Optional Foundation Year

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Registered Programme with the Cyprus Ministry of Education and Culture
Accredited Programme by The Cyprus Agency of Quality Assurance and Accreditation in Higher Education (CY.Q.A.A.)
Government Grant up to €3.420 for each year of study (with income criteria)

Logistics involves the organisation, movement and storage of materials and the people associated with them. By extension, it is the science of order and the optimisation of all human efforts. From the classification of vegetables to steel production and exploration of space. It is the cornerstone of all modern economies, a set of tools, techniques and strategies that accompany goods and services from the start of the process to production, storage and dispatch, and distribution to final consumers.

Job Opportunities

Inventory Advisor
Warehouse Assistant
Transportation Coordinator
Production Coordinator
Operations Coordinator
Supply Chain & Operations Coordinator

Aims of Programme

To give graduates a solid theoretical understanding of the underlying key areas in management and business.
To give graduates practical skills in all areas of the supply chain.
To make graduates capable of employing as Supply Chain experts in every sector of the economy.
To make graduates able to further develop their know-how and skills and to continue their studies, if they wish, for greater specialisation in specific fields at higher education institutions in this or another field.

Programme Structure

Semester 1
SUBJECTS	P.P.W*	ECTS
Introduction to Statistics	3	6
Introduction to Computers for Logistics	3	6
Principles of Management	3	6
Introduction to Transport and Transportation	3	6
Introduction to Logistics	3	6
TOTAL	15	30

Semester 2
SUBJECTS	P.P.W*	ECTS
Procurement and Inventory Management	3	6
Introduction to Economics	3	6
Principles of Accounting	3	6
Transport and Transportation Logistics	3	6
Supply Chain Management	3	6
TOTAL	15	30

Semester 3
SUBJECTS	P.P.W*	ECTS
Introduction to Marketing	3	6
Organisational Behaviour	3	6
Introduction to Finance	3	6
ERP and Warehouse and Distribution Management	3	6
Purchasing Logistics	3	6
TOTAL	15	30

Semester 4
SUBJECTS	P.P.W*	ECTS
Import / Export Management	3	6
Human Resource Management	2	4
Business Law and its relevance in Logistics	2	4
Advanced Global Logistics	3	6
Practical Training I	3	6
Warehouse Management Systems Software	2	4
TOTAL	15	30

*P.P.W.: Period per week. Duration: 55 minutes

Courses Description

Introduction to Statistics

Introduce participants to the basics of statistics and its applications and uses. Topics include the proper display and description of data as well as an understanding of the normal curve, regression, confidence intervals and hypothesis testing.

Introduction to Computers for Logistics

The course focuses on the latest application of software and operating systems used in the business world. The course will prepare students to use computers, understand the basics of operation systems and to be able to access word processing, spreadsheets, presentation software and the Internet through "hands-on" laboratory sessions.

Principles of Management

Introduce students to basic business principles and concepts. There will be a particular focus on two major schools of management: the classical (traditional) theories and the modern (contemporary) theories of management.

Introduction to Transport and Transportation

The course introduces the key ideas, concepts and themes of transport and transportation. It offers an empirical theoretical analysis and appreciation of the important role of transport for economic, environmental and urban activities.

Introduction to Logistics

This course highlights the core activities in logistics management and introduces students to the fundamentals of logistics.

Procurement and Inventory Management

This course places emphasis on the design and management of processes and control systems of the inbound supply chain.

Introduction to Economics

Introduce economics, principles, theory and fundamentals. Topics include an introduction to the main principles of microeconomics and macroeconomics as well as an identification of the market structures in specific economic systems, including the concepts of perfect and imperfect competition.

Principles of Accounting

This is an introductory accounting course. It imparts accounting information from the perspective of the external users (i.e. investors and creditors), study of accepted accounting principles, recording of accounting entries for business transactions, accounting cycle, profit measurement, adjusting entries, merchandise accounting, owner’s equity reports and the preparation of financial statements.

Transport and Transportation Logistics

The course builds the key ideas, concepts and themes of transport and transportation geography covering the bases of the discipline for students of transportation logistics. It is an empirical theoretical discourse that highlights the important role of transport for economic, environmental, and urban activities.

Supply Chain Management

The course highlights the activities involved in the flow of products and information between the suppliers, customers, producers, and service providers.

Introduction to Marketing

Introduce students to the science of Marketing and its applications in business and organisations. There will be an analysis of the activities, institutions and offerings related to the process of marketing and the value that can be created as part of this process for the organizations, the customers and the society at large.

Organisational Behaviour

Diagnose and analyse business organisational micro and macro environments and the impact that individuals, groups of people and structures have on overall organizational success.

Introduction to Finance

Introduce students to principles and practices of finance and investments. Topics include the determination of the different sources of income for an organization, budgeting preparation as well as the importance of the use of credit.

ERP and Warehouse and Distribution Management

This course covers the functions, techniques, and tools utilized generally within the ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) system of an organization, analysing its relationship with elements and concepts such as: materials management (MM), supply chain management (SPC), customer relationship management (CRM), finance and human resource management (HRM). In-depth emphasis is given on the relationship.

Purchasing Logistics

This course introduces various aspects of purchasing and their impact on materials management, supply chain, transportation and global logistics processes.

Import / Export Management

This course introduces the elements of import and export operations from transportation to documentation, finance, and security and the effects these have, on the global supply chain.

Human Resource Management

Introduce the basic principles of human resource management in organizations and the processes that can have a potential negative or positive impact in the overall productivity of employees, working both as individuals and in groups.

Business Law and its relevance in Logistics

The course covers the basics of Business Law and reviews, its relevance and applications in Supply Chain Logistics.

Advanced Global Logistics

This course covers the advanced application of global operations and logistics strategies, planning, technology, risk and management necessary to cope with the global business environment.

Practical Training I

Students will have practice in industrial, commercial and administrative organisations. Over a period of 12 weeks, students will have the opportunity to observe and take notes of relevant to their areas key aspects, tools and systems as they are implemented in the organisation they are at.

Warehouse Management Systems Software

This course provides for a basic understanding of the practices and technologies used in a Warehousing Management System (WMS) software in order to optimize the warehouse operations within the supply chain network of an organisation.

Academic Staff

Foundation Course

Students with difficulties in the English language are required to attend and complete the Foundation Course before joining any main programme. The duration of the Foundation Course usually last 1 to 2 semesters.

The main objective of the Foundation Course is to provide the necessary knowledge and skills in order to ensure the students are eligible to follow the main programme of their choice.

The Foundation Course is offered three times a year in October, February and June.

* Note: At the end of the Foundation Course, no credit or any qualification will be given.

Programme Structure and Course Descriptions

Foundation Course
COURSES	P.P.W*
Greek Language	3
Techniques in Writing	4
English Language	5
Introduction to Computers	2
Communication Skills	4
TOTAL	18
*PPW: Periods per week. Duration of the teaching period: 55 minutes

Greek Language

This course introduces non Greek speaking students to the use of Greek Language in their everyday life, teaching them basic grammar and vocabulary.

Techniques in Writing

This course aims to help students use written English in real-life situations. It is designed to build student’s ability to communicate their ideas in written form. The content is carefully selected to motivate students and stimulate learning.

English Language

This course aims to teach new students the basic structures of English and to demonstrate how English is used in real-life situations, enabling students to use it in meaningful contexts. It is designed to build students’ ability to communicate their ideas fluently, accurately and confidently. The content is carefully selected to motivate students and stimulate learning.

Introduction to Computers

This course prepare students to become informed users of computers, to understand the main concepts of Information Technology (IT) and to acquire knowledge and skills in using the basic functions of a computer.

Communicating Skills

This course aims to help students understand how English is used in real-life situations, thus enabling them to use the language in oral contexts. The course adopts a communicative approach to learning and as a result students are given the opportunity to practice in developing their competence in English.