In today’s fast-moving global economy, supply chains are the backbone of every industry. From pharmaceuticals to electronics, retail to manufacturing, the world relies on skilled professionals who understand how to move products efficiently, sustainably, and securely across international borders.
The Certificate in Global Logistics and Technology is a 10-credit, part-time Level 9 programme designed to develop those in-demand capabilities. Whether you work in supply chain, operations, procurement, transport, production, or logistics—or you are aiming to step into these roles—this programme gives you the expertise to operate confidently in a complex, globalised marketplace.
Advance Your Career in Global Logistics
Gain specialist expertise in global logistics by understanding the infrastructures, systems, and transportation modes that keep global business moving—from maritime and aviation to rail, road, and digital distribution. Master the technologies transforming supply chains, including data capture, blockchain, track-and-trace systems, and logistics information systems, all of which are reshaping global operations and driving competitive advantage. Learn practical skills you can apply immediately through hands-on assignments, case studies, and project work that build real-world solutions to today’s logistics challenges. This certificate is ideal for multiple sectors and highly relevant to careers in manufacturing, transportation, distribution, supply chain technology, international trade, and more.
What You Will Learn
By the end of this certificate, you will be able to assess the global transportation landscape, understand infrastructure, international conventions, and emerging risks, and optimise inventory management across global supply chains. You will learn to recommend innovative technologies and information systems that enhance collaboration between shippers, logistics providers, and consignees, align logistics strategies with broader business goals, and evaluate options that support competitive advantage.
Topics covered include:
Global Transport Systems & Supply Chain Integration: Modes of transport (air, road, rail, maritime, pipeline), intermodal networks, evolving global markets, and service-level management
Technology in Logistics: Blockchain, IT systems for distribution, digital tracking, logistics information systems, and analytics
Globalisation & Policy: Deregulation, international conventions, EU policy, threats to transportation, humanitarian logistics, and ethical/sustainable practices
Warehousing, Inventory & Distribution: Strategic inventory management, sourcing decisions, and international warehouse operations
Supply Chain Risk & Limitations: Risk assessment, security, reverse logistics, and balancing cost with service performance
Who Should Apply?
This programme is ideal for professionals working in logistics, transport, warehousing, manufacturing, supply chain, or international business. It is also suitable for managers seeking to upskill for global roles, graduates aiming to specialise in supply chain technologies, and organisations looking to develop competent staff in logistics and operations.
Delivery
The programme is delivered over 6 saturdays from 9am to 5pm and 100% continuous assessment, this flexible programme fits alongside busy work and life schedules. The dates for delivery are the 17th of January, 31st of January, 14th of February, 7th of March, 14th of March and the 18th of April.
Entry requirements are a Level 8 degree with a minimum of Second Class Honours, Grade 2 in a related discipline or equivalent. SETU Carlow operates a Recognition of Prior Experiential Learning (RPL) scheme whereby applicants may be considered, based on relevant work and other experience, for exemptions from course modules and advanced entry.
All applicants will be considered on a case-by-case basis. The department reserves the right to require applicants to attend for an interview to determine their suitability for the programme.
This is a module on the Master of Science in Supply Chain Management
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