BIMTECH launches online PGDM with specialisation in Logistics & Supply Chain Management

NEW DELHI: Birla Institute of Management Technology (BIMTECH) powered by TimesPro have launched the two-year online Post-Graduate Diploma in Management in Logistics & Supply Chain Management (PGDM-LSCM), a job-oriented skill-learning programme.

The online PG Diploma in Management course with specialisation in Logistics & Supply Chain Management will equip learners to build strategic and tactical frameworks. The course will provide domain knowledge, develop soft skills and personality, to stay industry ready and seek a rewarding career, BIMTECH said in a statement.

The programme would be delivered via state-of-the-art Interactive Learning (IL) platform and includes Virtual Live Classroom Sessions, e-Learning Modules, simulations, gamification, industry visits, assignments, etc.

“The PGDM-Online course is an All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE)-approved online programme with over 2,400 hours of hybrid learning with lectures delivered by experienced faculty and experts from the industry,” it informed.

In addition, several CxOs from the industry will deliver expert sessions to give them an in-depth outlook on the industry.

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Making this announcement at the BIMTECH Campus, the event also included a panel discussion on "Transforming India into a Global Supply Chain Hub" that featured guest speakers from the industry and academia.

Speaking at the launch, BIMTECH director Harivansh Chaturvedi said, “BIMTECH believes in developing new-age programmes that resonate with industry requirements to bridge the existing skilling gap. The Post-Graduate Diploma in Management - Online with specialisation in Logistics & Supply Chain Management will enable learners to stay industry ready and propel their career prospects. With TimesPro, we aim to reach out to learners across geographies and use technology to bridge the learning gap.”

Anish Srikrishna, CEO, TimesPro, said: “With technological interventions like AI, Big Data, IoT, etc., the Indian logistics and supply chain market will grow exponentially and create significant employment opportunities, reducing transportation time and cost. It is essential to equip our next generation of learners with future-centric skillsets to boost our productivity and realise our nation’s ambition to be a global supply chain hub.”