Logistics & Supply Chain Courses in Dubai

OTHM Level 4 and Level 5 diplomas in Logistics and Supply Chain Management, studied in Dubai South, home to the city’s logistics district. USD 7,500 per diploma before applicable scholarships, with a new intake every month.

Study supply chain management in the district built around moving goods.

MIBD’s logistics courses in Dubai cover the management side of supply chains: operations, procurement, inventory, contracts, finance and strategy. Our campus is in Dubai South, whose Logistics District connects directly to the cargo terminals at Al Maktoum International Airport and to Jebel Ali Port through a bonded logistics corridor.

12logistics and management units across Level 4 and Level 5
240credits across the two diplomas
Air + seaDubai South’s Logistics District links airport cargo terminals and Jebel Ali Port

Source: Dubai Media Office, Dubai South Logistics District (March 2025 release).

Choose your level

Level 4 or Level 5 logistics diploma?

Level 4 covers how logistics operations run and how teams are managed. Level 5 moves on to procurement, inventory, contracts and supply chain strategy.

Level 4

Level 4 Diploma in Logistics and Supply Chain Management

Learn to run logistics, operations and supply chain teams with the OTHM Level 4 Diploma in Logistics and Supply Chain Management.

Awarding body: OTHM Qualifications (UK)
Credits: 120 credits · 6 units · 1,200 hours total qualification time
Units: Academic Writing and Research Skills
Logistics and the Business Environment
Operations and Logistics Management
Finance and Accounting
Communication in Business
Leading and Managing Teams
Assessment: Assignments only, no final exams. Marked by MIBD faculty and externally verified by OTHM.
Study modes: On campus in Dubai South, blended or online
Programme fee: USD 7,500 before applicable scholarships
Intakes: Every month: apply by the 25th to start the following month
Typical entry: Typically a relevant Level 3 diploma, two A-levels or an equivalent Grade 12 qualification, or relevant work experience if you are 21 or over.
Next step: Academically equivalent to Year 1 of a three-year UK bachelor’s degree. Progress to Level 5, or apply for Year 2 entry where a university accepts it.

Level 4 programme details

Level 5

Level 5 Diploma in Logistics and Supply Chain Management

Master strategic procurement, global supply chains and financial control with the OTHM Level 5 Diploma in Logistics and Supply Chain Management.

Awarding body: OTHM Qualifications (UK)
Credits: 120 credits · 6 units · 1,200 hours total qualification time
Units: Principles and Concepts of Strategy
Procurement and Inventory Management
Contract and Financial Management
Global Context of Supply Chains
Principles and Concepts of Supply Chain Management
Contemporary Issues in Supply Chain Management
Assessment: Assignments only, no final exams. Marked by MIBD faculty and externally verified by OTHM.
Study modes: On campus in Dubai South, blended or online
Programme fee: USD 7,500 before applicable scholarships
Intakes: Every month: apply by the 25th to start the following month
Typical entry: Typically a relevant Level 4 diploma, A-levels or an equivalent Grade 12 qualification, or relevant work experience if you are 21 or over.
Next step: Academically equivalent to Year 2 of a three-year UK bachelor’s degree. Apply for a final-year top-up where a university accepts it.

Level 5 programme details

What you will learn

How a supply chain is actually run

Operations

Operations and logistics management: planning flows, capacity and service levels.

Procurement and inventory

Buying well, holding the right stock and managing supplier relationships.

Global supply chains

How supply chains work across borders, and the contemporary issues reshaping them.

Contracts and finance

Contract and financial management, plus the accounting behind logistics decisions.

Strategy

The principles of strategy and supply chain management at Level 5.

People and communication

Leading and managing teams, and communicating clearly in a business setting.

Where a logistics diploma can take you

Graduates work towards roles across logistics, procurement and operations, such as:

Logistics and operations coordination
Supply chain analysis
Procurement
Inventory management
Warehouse and distribution supervision

A diploma is one part of the picture: employers also look for practical experience, and no qualification guarantees a particular job.

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Questions

Logistics courses in Dubai: common questions

Which logistics courses does MIBD offer in Dubai?

MIBD offers the OTHM Level 4 Diploma in Logistics and Supply Chain Management and the OTHM Level 5 Diploma in Logistics and Supply Chain Management. Each is worth 120 credits and is made up of six units.

Is this a supply chain management course?

Yes. Both diplomas are management qualifications covering operations, procurement, inventory, contracts and supply chain strategy. They are not freight-forwarding licences or customs-broker qualifications.

What are the entry requirements?

Level 4 typically needs a relevant Level 3 diploma, two A-levels or an equivalent Grade 12 qualification. Level 5 typically needs a relevant Level 4 diploma, A-levels or an equivalent Grade 12 qualification. Applicants aged 21 or over with relevant work experience may be considered, and English language evidence is needed if English is not your first language. See Course Eligibility for details.

How long does a logistics diploma take?

The Level 4 diploma is designed to be completed in one academic year of full-time study. Part-time, blended and online options are available; the admissions team can confirm the current timetable for Level 4 and Level 5 in your chosen study mode.

How much does a logistics diploma cost in Dubai?

Each MIBD diploma costs USD 7,500 before applicable scholarships, including everything for your programme, and Level 4 and Level 5 are separate diplomas. Instalments are available through Tabby. Eligible students from India, Sri Lanka and selected African countries can receive a regional scholarship of up to USD 2,500 on eligible programmes. See Fees & Scholarships.

When can I start?

Intakes start every month. Apply by the 25th to start the following month; international students should apply at least two months ahead to allow time for the student visa.

Can a logistics diploma lead to a degree?

OTHM states that Level 4 is academically equivalent to Year 1 of a three-year UK bachelor’s degree and Level 5 to Year 2. Universities with OTHM progression arrangements may consider Level 5 holders for a final-year top-up, but each university decides who it admits. See Degree Pathways.

Start your logistics diploma in Dubai

Ask admissions for the current unit specifications and the timetable for your study mode, or see the Dubai South campus for yourself.

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