Getting stuff from where it’s made to the people who buy it is what logistics and supply chain management is about. It’s like a well-organised system that makes sure things move smoothly and efficiently.
This involves things like:
This whole process helps businesses save money, deliver faster, and keep customers happy. It’s also important for global trade and helps the environment by finding the best routes and reducing waste. Many businesses, like online stores, factories, shops, hospitals, and restaurants, depend on good logistics and supply chain management to succeed.
How important is this sector for Malaysia?
Logistics and supply chain management are very important for the Malaysian economy. It is like the backbone that keeps trade, business, and industry growing. Malaysia’s location in Southeast Asia makes it a great spot for trading with other countries. Big ports like Port Klang and Tanjung Pelepas handle tons of cargo, which helps Malaysia sell its products overseas.
This sector helps many Malaysian industries, like manufacturing, electronics, cars, and farming, by making sure materials and finished products get where they need to go, both within Malaysia and around the world. With online shopping becoming more popular, good logistics are even more critical. Companies like Shopee, Lazada, and Pos Malaysia need strong supply chains to deliver quickly and reliably.
The Malaysian government knows how important this is and is working to improve things. It has plans like the National Transport Policy and is investing in better roads, railways, and digital systems for logistics. A good logistics and supply chain system makes Malaysia more competitive in global trade and helps its economy grow stronger and more sustainable.
In addition, logistics and supply chain management plays an important role in improving government services and practices. They help to increase the transparency of government activities by facilitating the tracking of resources and funds, thereby strengthening public trust.
What kind of careers can you seek in this sector?
There is a wide range of career opportunities, with some of the common and in-demand roles being as follows:
What kind of skills do you need?
You will need a combination of skills, including:
Can I study this field at OUM?
OUM offers the Bachelor of Logistics and Supply Chain Management with Honours. The programme offers students a comprehensive education in the principles and practices of logistics and supply chain management.
Says Programme Director, Zulhairi Zakariah, “Our graduates will have a solid understanding of logistics and supply chain management, and be able to use that knowledge to solve tough business problems in different ways. They will be good at organising and managing tasks, working well with all sorts of people, and communicating clearly, both in writing and verbally.
“They will also be comfortable with technology, able to use data to make good decisions, and focused on learning and growing in their careers. On top of all that, they will be responsible leaders who act ethically, and they’ll have the entrepreneurial spirit to find solutions to business challenges.”
What is the learning mode?
This programme is fully online, meaning you can study from anywhere in Malaysia, at your own pace and alongside your online peers, with the guidance of your e-tutor. You need not attend face-to-face tutorials or seminars.
What is the duration?
The programme will take up 14 semesters (4 years and 8 months). If you apply for APEL.C, you can use course exemptions to graduate faster.
Am I eligible to apply for this programme?
You are if you have the standard entry requirements – a pass in STPM, STAM, Matriculation, foundation, diploma or advanced diploma. You can also apply if you have working experience in the field.
For more information, contact Programme Director, Zulhairi Zakariah (603-7801 1936) or check out: https://oumeducation.oum.edu.my/programmes-offered-at-oum/undergraduate/bachelor-of-logistics-and-supply-chain-management-with-honours/
