Diploma in Logistics Management
UNITAR International University Johor Bahru · Johor Bahru, Malaysia
QS World University Ranking: N/A
Quick Overview
Apply Now📘 Program Overview
Diploma in Logistics Management is designed to develop students’ skills in managing the flow of goods and information in the supply chain, including logistics management principles and practical handling to keep communication smooth between manufacturers, suppliers, and consumers.
Students are equipped with topics such as inventory management, operational planning and road transport management, strategy formulation and implementation, and quality management systems in logistics to support customer satisfaction and coordination across supply-chain parties.
🎯 Course & Curriculum
Course structure
- Build logistics management fundamentals, including the flow of goods and information in the supply chain.
- Develop operational planning and the basics of handling logistics processes to support smooth communication between manufacturers, suppliers, and consumers.
- Start inventory management learning to support cost control and service quality.
- Introduce quality management systems used in logistics to support customer satisfaction.
- Strengthen inventory management through applied logistics planning and operational decision-making.
- Cover strategy formulation and implementation in logistics operations.
- Develop road transport management skills, including operational planning and management of logistics movements.
- Apply quality management systems to logistics services to improve customer satisfaction and coordination across parties.
- Integrate logistics management principles and practices across the supply chain information and goods flow.
- Use industry-based projects and activities to gain industry exposure in logistics classrooms.
- Apply operational planning, inventory management, and logistics quality management approaches in scenario-based learning.
- Prepare to support smoother coordination between manufacturers, suppliers, and consumers in logistics execution.
Curriculum
| Semester | No. of modules | Module / subject category | credit hours | Semester total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Core Modules (and University Core Modules where applicable) | Introduction to Management | ||
| Economics and Society | ||||
| Introduction to Accounting |
Career outcomes
- You gain practical logistics management skills in managing the flow of goods and information, helping you qualify for entry roles in supply chain and logistics teams.
- You build capability in inventory management and operational planning, which supports career paths in warehouse and supply chain operations roles where accuracy and cost control matter.
- You learn road transport operations management, preparing you to pursue roles in transportation coordination and logistics execution.
- You develop strategy formulation and implementation knowledge for logistics settings, supporting progression into operations planning and logistics supervisory roles.
- You strengthen quality management in logistics, giving you job-ready skills for roles that focus on service performance and customer satisfaction across the supply chain.
- You develop transferable planning and coordination skills (lead time, cost, and quality) that employers in multiple industries value for logistics and supply chain functions.
Employability rate
For logistics and supply chain operations graduates in Malaysia, an estimated employability rate is about 78% and an unemployment rate is about 22%, reflecting ongoing demand for practical logistics and operations skills.
Together, this indicates a reasonably stable outlook if you build job-ready operational capability during your diploma.
✅ Entry Requirements
Academic qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| School-leaving qualification equivalent to Diploma entry | International applicants are considered based on equivalent qualifications recognised by the Malaysian Government. The programme lists entry routes through secondary-level qualifications and other recognised equivalents. |
Language requirements
UNITAR requires English proficiency for international students. For this programme, international applicants must meet the stated English requirement listed under the programme entry requirements.
MOI (Medium of Instruction)
MOI waiver details are not published for this programme. See the English test requirements above.
Other accepted proofs
💶 Fees & Funding
| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | MYR 21000 / total program | Total tuition fee shown for local students is RM 21,000.00 for Diploma in Logistics Management – Online; prices and fees may change and actual fees can vary by enrolled credit hours. |
| Registration fee | MYR 500 / one time | Registration fee stated in the 2023 fee schedule for the Diploma in Logistics Management FT Online. |
| Admission fee | MYR 100 / one time | Admission fee stated in the 2022 fee schedule document for the Diploma in Logistics Management (published as at 30/11/2022). |
Proof of financial resources
You must be able to cover the total cost of studying in Malaysia (tuition and applicable fees) and your living expenses. UNITAR’s international admissions process may require you to submit financial and supporting documentation as part of your student pass/visa processing.
- Proof of your ability to pay tuition and fees for the programme intake, as required during the UNITAR international admissions process
- Any supporting documents requested by UNITAR to support your student pass/visa processing (handled through UNITAR International Office)
Important dates
Application window
| Milestone | September - Winter intake |
|---|---|
| Application portal opens | N/A |
| Application deadline (final submit) | N/A |
| Application deadline (EU students) | N/A |
| Application deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A |
| Recommended apply-by | N/A |
| Semester begins | N/A |
Pre-application & reviews
| Milestone | September - Winter intake |
|---|---|
| VPD request - recommended | N/A |
| VPD result expected | N/A |
| APS - recommended | N/A |
| Start eligibility check | 6-12 months before your intended start date |
Document submission deadlines
| Milestone | September - Winter intake |
|---|---|
| Application submission deadline | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (EU students) | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A |
| Language certificate deadline | N/A |
| Official transcripts deadline | N/A |
| Certified translations deadline | N/A |
| Postal / hard-copy documents deadline | N/A |
| Missing documents (if requested) | N/A |
📝 How to Apply
Prepare your documents and check entry eligibility
Confirm you meet the programme’s academic entry route for international applicants based on your foreign qualifications. Review the programme English requirement for international students and ensure you have the supporting evidence. If your English proof is not available, note that UNITAR may require an English placement test after arrival for students without IELTS/TOEFL during registration.
Apply to UNITAR International University
Submit your application through UNITAR’s international admissions process during the relevant intake period. Provide the required application form and upload your academic documents and English evidence as requested. Keep your passport details ready, as UNITAR’s offer-letter issuance depends on verification of certified true copies of required documents.
Pay required registration and receive your offer letter
Before coming to Malaysia, settle the required registration fee and processing for international students. Follow UNITAR’s listed overseas payment options, and email proof of payment with your programme and passport details as instructed by UNITAR. Your offer letter is issued after verification of certified true copies of the required documents.
Student pass processing and arrival steps
UNITAR assists new international students with obtaining the approval letter and the student pass/student visa. You must forward the necessary documentation to the Student Enrolment Centre (International) so UNITAR can apply for the student pass on your behalf. On arrival and after registration, you may need to complete placement testing if you do not have IELTS/TOEFL.