Distance Learning College in Partnership with You

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I would like to take this opportunity to wish

you a warm welcome to Distance Learning

College.

I am delighted to introduce myself and the

Student & Business Advisory Team here at

Distance Learning College and Training. As

a learning provider we are fully committed

to the success of our students, and a key

element of this is the support they receive

in the workplace.

We are here to ensure you and your

colleague are accessing all the advice,

benefits, recommendations and support

available to you and I very much look

forward to developing a beneficial

relationship with your organisation.

Yours,

Jacky Stansfield

Business Training & Development Manager

04 Our Students

06 Qualification Levels

08 Join our Network

08 Courses

09 Chartered Institute of Purchasing

and Supply (CIPS)

10 Chartered Management

Institute (CMI)

11 Chartered Institute of Logistics

and Transport (CILT)

12 Institute of Leadership and

Management (ILM)

13 Institute of Operations

Management (IOM)

14 Institute of Export (IOE)

15 Institute of Supply Chain

Management (IoSCM)

WELCOME

OUR STUDENTS...

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IoSCM Level 6 IoSCM Level 5 IoSCM Level 3 IoSCM Level 2 Institute of Supply Chain Management CMI Level 7 Sales Manager Marketing Manager Customer Service Manager

CMI Level 5

Office Manager Administrator Manager

CMI Level 3

Customer Service Supervisor

CMI Level 2

Team Leader Operations Team Leader Services

Chartered Management Route

ILM Level 7

Sales Manager Marketing Manager Customer Service Manager

ILM Level 5

Office Manager Administrator Manager

ILM Level 3

Customer Service Supervisor

ILM Level 2

Team Leader Operations Team Leader Services

Leadership Management Route CIPS Level 6 Procurements Manager Project Manager CIPS Level 5 Purchasing Manager CIPS Level 4 Senior Buyer Buyer CIPS Level 3 Materials Controller Assistant Buyer CIPS Level 2 Purchasing Administrator Junior Buyer Purchasing and Supply Route IOM Level 5 Production Controller IOM Level 3 Production Controller Line Supervisor Production Manager NVQ Lean Leader NVQ BIT PMO Operation, Manufacturing Product Route CILT Level 6 CILT Level 5 Planning Manager Senior Manager CILT Level 3 Materials Controller CILT Level 2 Production Planning Planning Route CILT Level 6 Logistics Manager Distribution Manager CILT Level 5

Traffic Operations Manager Transport Manager

Project Manager

CILT Level 3

Traffic Office Supervisor

CILT Level 2 Logistics Co-ordinator Traffic Planner NVQ CAD Transport and Distribution Route IOE Level 4 Sales Manager Freight Forwarder Customer Services Manager

IOE Level 3

Traffic Office Supervisor

IOE Level 2 Traffic Office Export Clerk Import Clerk Export Route CILT Level 6 Logistics Manager Regional Warehouse Manager

CILT Level 5 Purchasing Warehouse Manager CILT Level 3 Materials Controller Stores Supervisor CILT Level 2 Inventory Warehousing Stock Controller NVQ Warehousing Storage and Warehousing Route

Logistics Planning Make or Buy Management All Areas

7 Strategic Manager/Director 6 Senior Manager 5 Middle Manager 4 Junior Manager 3 Supervisor 2 Team Leader 1 Operator

QUALIFICATION LEVELS

We have created this guide in line with the Qualifications and Credit Framework to enable employers to compare the many qualifications available throughout the UK. Utilise this map when speaking with your Business Advisor here at Distance Learning College to ensure your employees are embarking on the most beneficial and productive course for your business.

Qualifications can cross world-wide boundaries, this map shows a broad comparison for the main stages of education and employment - enabling you to view a clear progression through professional qualifications. Please utilise this information in conjunction with the advice from the Business Advisory Team.

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We have a reputation for excellence both in the UK and internationally. With accreditation from major institutes for delivery of qualifications along with the creation of bespoke courses by our team of material writers we are in high demand worldwide.

Benefits of The Distance Learning College and Training Partnership Program

• Adding our comprehensive portfolio of courses to your existing offering enables you to create a diverse offering of training and development

• Maximising the potential of your existing customer base

• Financial Benefits

• Sold by you - delivered by us

• Joint branding - your logo and our logo on correspondence to students ensuring a cohesive approach and contact

• Finding new markets and clients

• Streamlined process between your

organisation and Distance Learning College and Training

• Industry leading package of support with on-going support from you dedicated contact here at Distance Learning College and Training

I’m delighted you have shown an interest in working with us to deliver our wide range of courses and look forward to speaking to you in more detail about your aim to join our Distance Learning College and Training Network of Partners.

Direct contact with the Business Training & Development Manager - here to support your vision in re-selling the qualifications from the Distance Learning College. Available for advice and guidance to help move your business forward.

E-magazine - Editorial and Advertising

You will have opportunities to contribute editorial to our quarterly magazine, raising the profile of your business and also exclusive advertising opportunities.

Social Media

Opportunity to promote the courses through social media.

Documentation

Access to graphic support to promote your re-selling of the qualifications.

We offer a wide range of qualifications from Level 2 (Introductory) to Level 6 (Strategic Management/Director), these courses can be industry specific such as Logistics, Supply Chain, Purchasing, Transport or qualifications focused on Management and Leadership which can be applied to every industry.

Workforce development is the key to;

• Ensuring employees and staff are operating at the highest level within their field.

• Enabling your workforce to progress through the organisation.

• Increased productivity.

• Improvement in innovation and ideas, such as cost saving initiatives.

• Increased motivation and commitment to their role, team and your organisation.

• The workforce is able to share a common goal through the development of company wide strategies.

• Increased engagement.

• Develop a common understanding, language and shared terminology when all students are progressing through a range of qualifications at varied levels.

• Productive workforce able to implement improvement and change.

• Increased job satisfaction, motivation and morale.

• Measurable reduction in absenteeism and workplace stress.

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SUPPORT WE WILL PROVIDE

COURSES

The Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply is dedicated to representing the interests of those involved in purchasing and supply chain management, and to developing and promoting professional skills in purchasing. CIPS is the leading professional body for the purchasing profession, and their code of conduct sets the standard for industry best practise around the world. CIPS’ range of qualifications is the benchmark for the purchasing and supply profession worldwide. The courses enable students to progress from introductory level through to degree-level qualifications, resulting in full CIPS membership and the chance to apply for MCIPS status, one of the most prestigious accreditations a professional purchaser can achieve.

Whatever your role or level of experience, studying for a CIPS qualification with Distance Learning College & Training can provide you with the knowledge and skills you need to achieve your career goals in purchasing and supply.

Certificate in Procurement and Supply

Advanced Certificate in Procurement and Supply Diploma in Procurement and Supply

Advanced Diploma in Procurement and Supply Professional Diploma in Procurement and Supply

Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply

We offer the following CIPS courses:

I have thoroughly enjoyed both

the CIPS levels I have studied

with DLC.

This course has given me a

greater understanding, allowing

me to increase my ability in many

areas within the procurement

arena. CIPS is a great tool for any

procurement professional looking

to expand their understanding/

potential and DLC are well

positioned to assist with this.

Their knowledgeable and friendly

staff allow the course to be

taught in a relaxed but organised

manner. I would definitely

recommend DLC to anyone

looking to study their CIPS.

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CILT qualifications with Distance Learning College & Training are highly flexible, and can be tailored to suit your individual career goals and aspirations. Students can choose to study modules in warehousing, inventory, freight, purchasing, manufacturing, supply chain management, passenger transport and many more, making CILT qualifications suitable for students working in a wide range of different job roles.

The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport is the leading professional body representing the logistics, supply chain and transport sectors. CILT’s range of professional qualifications range from introductory through to graduate level, and a CILT qualification is recognised industry-wide as a mark of excellence.

CILT qualifications range from introductory level courses through to graduate level qualifications, and offer a progression route leading to the level required for full chartered membership of the Institute and the prestigious MCILT post-nominals.

The CMI’s range of management qualifications offered by Distance Learning College & Training cover all levels from team leader through to senior management, and enables students to achieve Chartered Manager status. CMI management qualifications are recognised worldwide as a mark of excellence in management, and are highly valued by employers across all industries and sectors.

With over 80,000 members, the Chartered Management Institute is the UK’s only chartered professional body dedicated to management. The CMI is committed to raising the performance of business by supporting and advising individuals and organisations and through engaging influencers in government and the

management profession.

Level 2 Introductory Certificate in Logistics and Transport Level 3 Certificate in Logistics and Transport Level 5 Professional Diploma in Logistics and Transport Level 6 Advanced Diploma in Logistics and Transport Level 2 Award, Certificate and Diploma

Team Leading

Level 3 Award, Certificate and Diploma First Line Management

Level 5 Award, Certificate, Diploma Management & Leadership

Level 5 Extended Diploma Management & Leadership

Level 7 Award, Certificate, Diploma Strategic Management & Leadership Level 7 Extended Diploma

Strategic Management & Leadership

Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport

Chartered Management Institute

Chartered Management Institute (CMI) Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT)

We offer the following CILT courses:

We offer the following CMI courses:

The support given by the

distance learning college

has been excellent. I have

regular contact with my tutor

and I have found the student

mentors very good too. I have

to be disciplined and they

help by providing structured

timetables which help keep

me on track.

Craig Edge,

Marston’s Brewery

The Tutor support is excellent

and friendly and the college

encourage you to keep in

contact which makes the

training and learning more

enjoyable. I would recommend

this type of course to anyone.

The support I have received

since starting this course from

my Tutor is not only that of a

Mentor but that of someone I

would very much regard as a

friend.

M Morton

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Covering topics such as top level planning, production and inventory control, scheduling, quality, waste and cost control and many more, studying an IOM Operations Management course with Distance Learning College & Training enables students to build on the knowledge and skills used every day within an operations management role. An IOM qualification in operations management provides students with the skills and knowledge they require to boost productivity, raise quality standards and improve efficiency throughout their business.

The Institute of Operations Management (IOM) is the leading professional body for people involved in Production and Operations Management in manufacturing,

The Institutes’s accredited courses cover a range of topics relating to the management of the production of goods and services. The ILM’s management qualifications offered by Distance

Learning College & Training are highly flexible and customisable, allowing students to tailor their study to match the needs of their business as well as their own career goals and aspirations. Starting at team leader level and progressing to senior

management level, this comprehensive range of qualifications is suitable for all levels of management experience.

Part of City and Guilds, the Institute of Leadership and

Management is the UK’s largest awarding body for management qualifications, and is a global authority on leadership and management. The ILM is committed to raising the performance of business by championing management and to helping individuals identify and progress through their management careers.

Level 3 Certificate in Operations Management Level 5 Diploma in Operations Management Level 2 Award and Certificate

Leadership and Team Skills

Level 3 Award, Certificate and Diploma Leadership and Management

Institute of Operations Management

Institute of Leadership and Management

We offer the following IOM courses:

We offer the following ILM courses:

I found DLC very professional

and the level of information I

received during the course was

both informative and beneficial,

not only in completing the

course but for use during my

working life. I have gained a

lot of useful knowledge and

experience which I have put to

good use in my working life.

Mark Routledge

The Diploma has given me the

formal qualification I needed

to run alongside the 10 years

management experience I have

gained. The support from my

tutor was of great value and

the project I completed was of

massive benefit to both myself

and my company.

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IoSCM is the only Institute that gives you access to seven individual skill sets under one Institute. IoSCM’s focus is supply chain management which allows the student to develop their own course based around their needs and requirements. IoSCM have seven individual qualification areas including, Supply Chain, Logistics and Transport, Manufacturing, Ports and Shipping, Warehousing, Freight and Purchasing. Each area has a level suitable for all different backgrounds and work experience from introductory to senior management.

IoSCM use a unique platform with various options for work submission which adds to the flexibility for each student. They can complete course based around their own strengths and needs and increase their knowledge and skills to help them develop within their career and their business. With expanding growth within the UK and Overseas, IoSCM is setting the standard of recognition within Supply Chain excellence.

The courses run from introductory through to managerial level, and cover a range of business topics including distribution, purchasing, marketing, supply chain and the legal and financial aspects of international trade

This range of qualifications provides a progression route leading to graduate membership of the Institute, and MIEx (Grad) status, reflecting your achievements and standing within the international trade profession.

The Institute of Export (IoE) is the only national professional body dedicated to promoting and supporting the interests of those involved in import, export and international trade and recognising the challenging and often complex trading conditions in international trade markets.

IoE qualifications with Distance Learning College & Training are designed to provide students with a broad knowledge of global trade issues as well as the processes and practicalities of international trade.

Supply Chain Managament (Levels 1, 2, 3, 5, 6 and 7) Freight Managament (Levels 2,3 and 5)

Shipping, Imports and Exports (Levels 2,3 and 5) Warehousing and Inventory (Levels 2,3 and 5) Purchasing (Levels 2,3 and 5)

Manufacturing (Levels 2,3 and 5)

Logistics and Transport (Levels 2,3 and 5) Level 3 Certificate in International Trade

Level 4 Advanced Certificate in International Trade Level 5 Diploma in International Trade

Institute of Supply Chain Management

Institute of Export

We offer the following IoSCM courses:

We offer the following IOE courses:

Just wanted to let you that I have

just submitted my final assignment

piece to complete the level 5

IoSCM course.

Within the next year I will be

getting a Medical Discharge from

the MoD due to injury so this new

qualification upon the final piece

being marked will be a huge

asset to myself, like wise you are

a huge asset to the DLC training

organisation which has been more

than proved in this instance.

Once again I thank you for your

help and support especially at

times when I was not getting the

support from others that was

needed.

Pete Sisson,

IoSCM Level 5

Distance Learning College

material is comprehensive but

easy to understand. My tutor

has great depth of knowledge

and is able to convey this in a

digestible form making it easy

to learn.

Christine Bowman-Jones

Institute of Export (IOE) Institute of Supply Chain Management (IoSCM)

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