Postgraduate Diploma in Retail and Supply Chain Management
The baking industry includes firms involved in the production, transportation, warehousing, distribution and retailing of baked products. Good management and integration of the entire supply chain ensures maximum efficiency and prevents delays. Retail, as the final stage of the supply chain, plays a critical role in delivering the products to the end-users.
This 120-credit BITC Postgraduate Diploma course aims to prepare graduates from any disciple who wish to start a career in retail or supply chain management in the baking and related industries. Besides learning how to manage retail and supply chain management operations, learners will also acquire proficiency in management and marketing.
Course Objectives:
On completion of the course, learners should be able:
- To demonstrate comprehensive knowledge and understanding of business and management.
- To develop and execute marketing strategies.
- To perform retail and supply chain management functions at the managerial level.
- To display soft skills such as leadership, problem-solving, communication, creativity, teamwork and work ethic.
- To progress to a relevant master’s degree with advanced standing.
Intakes
- Jan
- Sep
Application Processing Time in Days: 30
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
Career & Internship Guidance
For students who are enrolled in courses with industry attachment component, BITC provides the following:
- Pre-internship Screening interview
- Resume writing workshop
- Personal Grooming & Etiquette workshop
- Mock Interview
- Internship placement
PSW Opportunity
- The International Students studying in certain institutions in Singapore are allowed to work part time for 16 hours per week as mentioned on the Ministry of Manpower website of Singapore.
- Students who have studied in the institutions mentioned on the Ministry of Manpower website of Singapore are allowed to apply for a Long Term Visitor Pass.
- They are allowed to look for a job during this time period.This is for 12 months.If the students get a job during this time period, the employer may sponsor for an Employment pass.
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
In order to qualify for the course award, the student must fulfill two criteria: successfully passing all modules and ensuring a minimum class attendance rate of 75%
Minimum Age
21 years
Academic Qualification
Recognised Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
English Proficiency
IELTS 6 or equivalent
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Post Graduate Diploma or Certificate
- Duration: 06 Month
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Total Tuition Fee:
6540 SGD
Average Cost of Living: 10400 SGD /year
Application Fee: 109 SGD