Business & Management Supply Chain

Bachelor of Science (Honours) International Supply Chain and Shipping Management
國際供應鏈及船務管理(榮譽)理學士

CEF Reimbursable Course (selected modules only)

Awarded by: University of Plymouth, United Kingdom
Course Code: MS013A
Application Code: 2275-MS013A
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Bachelor of Science (Honours) International Supply Chain and Shipping Management
QF Level: 5 QR Registration No.: 23/000513/L5 QR Registration Validity Period: 01 Sep 2023 - 31 Dec 2028

Bachelor of Science International Supply Chain and Shipping Management
QF Level: 5 QR Registration No.: 23/000514/L5 QR Registration Validity Period: 01 Sep 2023 - 31 Dec 2028
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Financial assistance Continuing Education Fund Reimbursable Course (selected modules only) Some modules of this course have been included in the list of reimbursable courses under the Continuing Education Fund. Close QF Level panel
Credit: 180

Study mode: Part-time

Start Date: 28 Mar 2025 (Fri)

Duration: 1.5 years

Language: English

Course Fee: HK$110,250 per programme (in 3 instalments, all fees are subject to change without prior notice.)

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Deadline on 11 Jan 2025 (Sat)

Enquiries: 2867 8323/ 2867 8393

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scm@hkuspace.hku.hk

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Information Seminar - Supply Chain and Logistics Management Programmes (Jan 7)

This information seminar provides details about: Postgraduate Diploma in International Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Bachelor of Science (Hons) International Supply Chain and Shipping Management, Bachelor of Science (Honours) Maritime Business (Logistics), Professional Diploma in Business Logistics Management, Professional Diploma in Business Logistics Management (China e-Business), Professional Diploma in Business Logistics Management (Smart Procurement)& Certificate in Shipping and Logistics

Programme Overview

Highlights

This programme is in collaboration with the University of Plymouth, UK, and you’ll study a range of topics affecting the global supply chain industry and develop management skills it demands. Deepening your understanding of international supply chain and shipping management, you’ll be engaged with environmental and ethical debates, technological developments and government legislation, all of which impacts a manager’s responsibilities and decisions. Many graduates are presently employed in global logistical businesses.

PROGRAMME OBJECTIVES

The programme aims to:

provide the opportunity to study subjects associated with the business of international shipping, supply chain management and logistics;
provide access to as wide a range of applicants as possible;
provide the highest quality of education using appropriate learning and teaching methods;
provide opportunity for the development of general personal skills;
supply well-qualified, well-skilled individuals to related industries and general employment; and
enhance employability, in related industries, through a combination of academic analysis and the development of key skills

INTENDED LEARNING OUTCOMES

A. Knowledge and understanding

On successful completion, graduates should be able to:

describe the role and function of maritime organisations;
evaluate a supply chain and the role of maritime transport;
compare the efficiency of alternative logistics options; and
apply analytical methods for supply chain optimisation.

B. Cognitive and intellectual skills

On successful completion, graduates should have developed the ability to:

integrate theory and practice;
critically analyse and evaluate information;
apply knowledge and understanding to solve complex problems; and
demonstrate an awareness of environmental philosophy and ethics in the study of the maritime business environment and maritime operations.

C. Key and transferable skills

On successful completion, graduates should have developed the ability to:

communicate effectively by written, verbal and electronic means;
apply numerical and problem solving skills relevant to shipping and supply chain management and other fields;
manage time, tasks and their own learning; and
apply and evaluate computing and information technology.

D. Employment related skills

On successful completion, graduates should have developed the ability to:

exercise initiative and personal responsibility; and
make decisions in complex and unpredictable contexts.

E. Practical skills

On successful completion, graduates should have developed:

computer and information management skills; and
the ability to apply appropriate skills and work with minimal supervision.

Programme Details

No	Module	Credit	No. of Contact Hours
1	Supply Chain Risk and Maritime Security	20	45
2	Strategic Maritime Management#	20	45
3	International Supply Chain Management	20	45
4	Shipping and International Trade#	20	45
5	Researching for Business	40	90
6	Purchasing and Procurement Processes	20	45
7	Maritime Economics and International Trade#	40	90
	Total	180	405

Modules 6-7 will be taught by HKU SPACE lecturers. The remaining modules will be co-taught by University of Plymouth and HKU SPACE faculty staff.

#Approved modules for 80% fee refund under the MATF fund**

** MATF is launched by Hong Kong Transport and Logistics Bureau (TLB) and the student's eligibility is subject to the determination of TLB. For details, please visit TLB's website.

Fee (HKD): HK$110,250 per programme (in 3 instalments, all fees are subject to change without prior notice.)

The duration for the programme: minimum 18 months, maximum 60 months.

The above programme structure is intended for use as a guide to prospective students. HKU SPACE and University of Plymouth reserve the right to vary the structure. (The sequence of the modules is subject to change in accordance to the policy of University of Plymouth).

Students are encouraged to attend the induction sessions, which comprise of an introductory session and a 12-hour Academic English Workshop plus a 1-hour test.

Assessment

All coursework of the programme will be conducted in English.

The mode of assessment is different from module to module but will be generally based on a combination of coursework (including assignments, tests and practicals), and/or examinations.

AWARD

This bachelor programme confers offshore degrees carrying the same academic status and recognition as that offered to University of Plymouth's on-campus graduates.

Students are expected to graduate from the registered programme of study upon satisfactory completion of all stated modules and the honours project, and they will be awarded the Bachelor of Science (Honours) International Supply Chain and Shipping Management from University of Plymouth.

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Non-Local Higher and Professional Education (Regulation) Ordinance

This is an exempted course under the Non-local Higher and Professional Education (Regulation) Ordinance. It is a matter of discretion for individual employers to recognise any qualification to which this course may lead.

Modules & Class Details

Class Details

Days/ Time

Friday (may occasionally other weekday), evenings
Saturday (occasionally Sunday), afternoons and evenings
All modules consist of one/two block-weekend teaching

Duration

1.5 years (minimum), 5 years (maximum)
2 terms per year
Term starts in March and September

Fee & Entry Requirements

Fee

Application Fee

HK$150 (Non-refundable)

Course Fee

HK$110,250 per programme (in 3 instalments, all fees are subject to change without prior notice.)

Entry Requirements

Applicants shall:

(a) hold a recognised Professional Diploma or Higher Diploma in the discipline of logistics, transport, shipping, operations, or trade awarded within the HKU system through HKU SPACE or from other recognised institutions; and

(b) have 2 years of full-time work experience in the area of logistics, transport, shipping, operations or trade.

If the above academic qualification is from an institution where the language of teaching and assessment is not English, applicants shall provide evidence of English proficiency such as:

(i) an overall band of 6.0 in the IELTS (with minimum component scores of 5.5 in all four components: listening, reading, speaking and writing); or

(ii) an overall score 76 or above in the TOEFL iBT (with minimum component scores of listening 17, reading 18, speaking 20, writing 18)

Applicants may be required to take and pass additional module(s), based on individual merit, before the start of the programme.

Applicants with other equivalent qualifications will be considered on individual merit.

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Examples of Awards to be Considered for Admission

Admission is not limited to graduates from the following programmes. Applicants from other programmes will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

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CEF

The CEF Institution Code of HKU SPACE is 100

CEF Courses
Researching for Business (Module from Bachelor of Science (Honours) International Supply Chain and Shipping Management)
COURSE CODE 33Z15520A	FEES $30,660	ENQUIRY 2867-8323
Supply Chain Risk and Maritime Security (Module from Bachelor of Science (Honours) International Supply Chain and Shipping Management)
COURSE CODE 33Z155218	FEES $15,330	ENQUIRY 2867-8323

Continuing Education Fund Reimbursable Course (selected modules only)
Some modules of this course have been included in the list of reimbursable courses under the Continuing Education Fund.

Bachelor of Science (Honours) International Supply Chain and Shipping Management

This course is recognised under the Qualifications Framework (QF Level [5])

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Enrolment Method

Completed application forms should be submitted IN PERSON to Centres.

Applications must be accompanied by:

A non-refundable HK$150 application fee;
Photostat copies of Hong Kong Identity Card;
Photostat copies of all relevant educational qualifications and workproof;
Original certificates and transcripts of relevant qualifications, which are needed for certification by HKU SPACE staff;
One passport photograph.

Payment Method

1. Cash, EPS, WeChat Pay Or Alipay

Course fees can be paid by cash, EPS, WeChat Pay or Alipay at any HKU SPACE Enrolment Centres.

2. Cheque Or Bank draft

Course fees can also be paid by crossed cheque or bank draft made payable to “HKU SPACE”. Please specify the programme title(s) for application and applicant’s name. You may either:

bring the completed form(s), together with the appropriate course or application fees in the form of a cheque, and any required supporting documents to any of the HKU SPACE enrolment centres;
or mail the above documents to any of the HKU SPACE Enrolment Centres, specifying “Course Application” on the envelope. HKU SPACE will not be responsible for any loss of personal information and payment sent by mail.

3. VISA/Mastercard

Applicants may also pay the course fee by VISA or Mastercard, including the “HKU SPACE Mastercard”, at any HKU SPACE enrolment centres. Holders of the HKU SPACE Mastercard can enjoy a 10-month interest-free instalment period for courses with a tuition fee worth a minimum of HK$2,000; however, the course applicant must also be the cardholder himself/herself. For enquiries, please contact our staff at any enrolment centres.

4. Online Payment

Online application / enrolment is offered for most open admission courses (enrolled on first come, first served basis) and selected award-bearing programmes. Application fees and course fees of these programmes/courses can be settled by using "PPS by Internet" (not available via mobile phones), VISA or Mastercard. In addition to the aforesaid online payment channels, new and continuing students of award-bearing programmes with available online service, they may also pay their course fees by Online WeChat Pay, Online Alipay or Faster Payment System (FPS). Please refer to Enrolment Methods - Online Enrolment for details.

Notes

If the programme/course is starting within five working days, application by post is not recommended to avoid any delays. Applicants are advised to enrol in person at HKU SPACE Enrolment Centres and avoid making cheque payment under this circumstance.
Fees paid are not refundable except under very exceptional circumstances (e.g. course cancellation due to insufficient enrolment), subject to the School’s discretion. In exceptional cases where a refund is approved, fees paid by cash, EPS, WeChat Pay, Alipay, cheque, FPS or PPS by Internet will be reimbursed by a cheque, and fees paid by credit card will be reimbursed to the credit card account used for payment.
In addition to the published fees, there may be additional costs associated with individual programmes. Please refer to the relevant course brochures or direct any enquiries to the relevant programme team for details.
Fees and places on courses cannot be transferrable from one applicant to another. Once accepted onto a course, the student may not change to another course without approval from HKU SPACE. A processing fee of HK$120 will be levied on each approved transfer.
HKU SPACE will not be responsible for any loss of payment, receipt, or personal information sent by mail.
For payment certification, please submit a completed form, a sufficiently stamped and self-addressed envelope, and a crossed cheque for HK$30 per copy made payable to “HKU SPACE” to any of our enrolment centres.