VerifiedUnisa offers supply chain management from diploma to postgraduate level. The main undergraduate degree is the BCom in Supply Chain and Operations Management, and the Diploma in Operations Management covers supply chain modules at a lower entry level. Unisa does not offer a supply chain higher certificate.
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Undergraduate qualifications
| Qualification | Level and APS | Entry (National Senior Certificate route) |
|---|---|---|
| BCom in Supply Chain and Operations Management (98766) | NQF 7, 360 credits, APS 21 | Degree pass, 50% in the language of teaching and learning, 50% in Mathematics |
| BCom in Transport and Logistics (98313) | NQF 7, 360 credits, APS 21 | Same as above |
| BCom in Public Procurement Management (98767) | NQF 7, 360 credits, APS 21 | Same as above |
| Diploma in Operations Management (90183) | NQF 6, 360 credits, APS 17 | Diploma pass, 50% in the language, and 40% Mathematics or 70% Mathematical Literacy |
A completed higher certificate or diploma from Unisa’s College of Economic and Management Sciences is also accepted for these BCom degrees, and the diploma leads on to the BCom in Supply Chain and Operations Management.
Postgraduate and short courses
- Postgraduate Diploma in Supply Chain Management (90171): NQF 8; needs a 360-credit bachelor’s degree or advanced diploma, two years’ work experience and a CV. Study school attendance is compulsory.
- Postgraduate Diploma in Transport and Logistics (98213) and BCom Honours in Logistics (98453): NQF 8.
- Course in the Introduction to Supply Chain Management (77047): one semester; needs a National Senior Certificate.
Related: Unisa logistics courses.
Frequently asked questions
What APS do I need for supply chain management at Unisa?
APS 21 for the BCom in Supply Chain and Operations Management, or APS 17 for the Diploma in Operations Management.
Does Unisa offer a higher certificate in supply chain?
No. Start with the Diploma in Operations Management or a short course instead.