CILT · Level 5
CILT International Diploma in Logistics and Transport
Step up to manager-grade logistics and transport. The CILT International Diploma builds on the Certificate with deeper management skills and a chosen specialism — supply chain, transport operations, or transport planning — backed by your pick of 13 options across inventory, warehousing, procurement, retail, international business, and more. Completion plus two years of relevant experience meets MILT (Member) eligibility with the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport.
- Tamkeen-eligible
- Licensed by the Ministry of Labour
- Bahrain · Gulf-wide intake
What you'll be able to do
Capabilities you'll take into your next role.
- Apply core management skills — internal and external dynamics, people management, business planning — to a logistics or transport business
- Choose and execute a specialism — supply chain, transport operations, or transport planning — at supervisor and middle-manager level
- Manage inventory, warehousing, sourcing, retail logistics, and international business across modern supply chains
- Run supply chain flow and network planning, project management, and transport planning techniques in real operational contexts
- Set up direct progression to the CILT International Advanced Diploma and meet MILT eligibility with 2 years of relevant experience
Where this sits in your career
The CILT International framework runs Level 2 (Introductory) → Level 3 (Certificate) → Level 5 (Diploma) → Level 6 (Advanced Diploma). Completion of the Certificate plus three years of relevant experience meets the MILT (Member) eligibility criteria.
Level 2
Introductory Cert.
Level 3
Certificate
Level 5
Diploma
Level 6
Advanced Diploma
MILT
Member
Level 2
Introductory Cert.
Level 3
Certificate
Level 5
Diploma
Level 6
Advanced Diploma
MILT
Member
Program content
17 modules1
90 hrsDIP-01
Management in Logistics and Transport
The management foundation of the diploma. Covers internal organisation dynamics, external organisation dynamics, people management, and business planning — the fundamental knowledge every manager needs in commercial and non-commercial logistics organisations.
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90 hrsDIP-02
Supply Chain Management
The principles, concepts, and practices of supply chain management. Self-standing and provides the essential underpinning for the supply-chain optional modules. Covers what a supply chain is and how it plans, why it matters in any business, how it operates, and the principles of supply chain improvement.
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90 hrsDIP-03
Transport Operations
The key generic aspects of transport operations. Covers the nature of transport, its supply and demand characteristics, regulation, operation, and resourcing across the principal modes — applicable to both freight and passenger movements.
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90 hrsDIP-04
Transport Planning
The concepts and principles that govern the transport planning process. Covers the nature and purpose of transport planning, the complex interactions between transport and land-use, demand for movement, and the supply of transport.
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90 hrsDIP-05
Inventory
Inventory techniques and their contribution to supply chain performance. Covers traditional inventory models, when and how much to order, stock targets across a product range, and modern inventory systems managed through networks.
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90 hrsDIP-06
Movement of Goods
The underlying knowledge for moving goods nationally, regionally, and internationally. Covers the goods to be moved, origins and routes, modes of transport, the movement itself, and how logistics fits into the supply chain.
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90 hrsDIP-07
Movement of People
The underlying knowledge for moving people nationally, regionally, and internationally. Covers the people to be moved, origins and services, modes, the movement itself, and passenger logistics for the seamless journey.
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90 hrsDIP-08
Production Planning
The fundamental knowledge for managers involved in the flow of materials through a production process. Covers production planning as part of the logistics system, current manufacturing and materials planning systems, and managing material flows for competitive advantage.
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90 hrsDIP-09
Retail Logistics
Supply chain management principles applied to retailing. Covers retail strategy and networks, inventory and warehouse issues, globalisation of retail supply chains, and e-retailing.
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90 hrsDIP-10
Sourcing and Procurement
The fundamental sourcing and procurement management knowledge for logistics managers. Covers the role and strategy of sourcing, procurement processes, integration with corporate strategy, risk and spend management, and performance measurement.
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90 hrsDIP-11
Transport Planning Techniques
The technical and quantitative processes that underpin transport planning. Covers the transport planning process, strategy development and implementation at national/regional/local levels, and appraisal, evaluation, and monitoring techniques. Complements DIP-04 Transport Planning.
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90 hrsDIP-12
Transport and Society
Transport in its societal context. Covers society, equality, and travel; environmental issues; decision making and people; and residence, leisure, and employment patterns that drive transport need.
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90 hrsDIP-13
Warehousing
The fundamental warehouse management knowledge for managers in logistics, storage, and distribution. Covers the role of the warehouse in logistics strategy, operational procedures and processes, warehouse technology, and cost management and performance controls.
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90 hrsDIP-14
International Business
The knowledge required to plan, implement, and manage the global supply of materials. Covers the international business environment, developing a global logistics strategy, global operations and facilities, and international commerce.
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90 hrsDIP-15
Project Management
Project management methodology for logistics and supply chain change. Covers project structure, processes, organisation; start-up, initiation, planning, and stage planning; direction, control, and risk management; change control, configuration, quality, and project closure.
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90 hrsDIP-16
Supply Chain Flow Planning
The principles, concepts, and practices of planning supply chain material flows. Covers demand planning, supply planning, inventory planning, supply chain planning, and collaboration across the network.
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90 hrsDIP-17
Supply Chain Network Planning
The knowledge to plan, implement, and manage a supply chain network. Covers identifying network requirements, planning the network structure, resourcing the network, network controls, and cost proposals — including selecting and managing 3PLs.
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Frequently asked questions
Do I need to complete the CILT Introductory Certificate or Certificate first?
It's recommended but not strictly required. The Diploma is free-standing — candidates with prior logistics or transport work experience can enter directly. Completion of the earlier CILT qualifications gives a strong head start on the management foundations and the elective choices.
How does this lead to MILT membership?
Successful completion of the CILT International Diploma plus a minimum of two years of relevant experience meets the eligibility criteria to upgrade from Student Member to Member (MILT) of the Chartered Institute of Logistics & Transport.
Which elective and option combination should I choose?
It depends on your sector. For supply chain and warehousing careers: Supply Chain Management elective + Inventory or Warehousing options. For freight and passenger transport: Transport Operations elective + Movement of Goods or Movement of People. For transport policy and planning: Transport Planning elective + Transport Planning Techniques. For procurement and international roles: any elective + Sourcing and Procurement or International Business. Logic Institute's admissions team can help match the combination to your career goals.
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3600BHD Tamkeen
Last updated May 21, 2026

