A team of students from the BSc (Hons) Scheme in Logistics and Enterprise Engineering won the Gold Award in the “Excellent Financial Education Project”, Personal Finance Ambassador Programme 2019/20, co-organized by the Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing, Investor and Financial Education Council, and St James’ Settlement 物流工程兼管理 (榮譽) 理學士 (JUPAS Programme Code: JS3571) Logistics Engineering with Management (LEM) Logistics engineering is one of the main industries that has been identified by the HKSAR Government for accelerated development and substantial growth to support the local economy. Consequently, the growth of logistics activities in this region will be enormous in the years ahead. Logistics engineering with management can be defined as the use of technology to manage the processes of planning, implementing and controlling the efficient and effective flow and storage of goods, together with the services and related information, from the point of origin to the point of consumption, so that they conform to customer requirements. Managing logistics is a very interesting field, involving the effective management of human resources, materials, handling equipment, information, and the relevant finances through a network of suppliers, manufacturers, distributors, and customers. It has become increasingly more challenging as the trend towards market globalization and mass customization accelerates. Ms Lau Yan Chi Logistics Assistant Christian Dior Far East Limited “ LEM provides various opportunities for acquiring academic knowledge and practical experience related to logistics operations and engineering applications. Hence, I am well equipped to develop my own career easily. ” Ms Chan Sau Man Sammi Logistics Analyst Marks & Spencer “ LEM has provided me with real working experience, international exposure and lots of opportunities. It has enabled me to acquire knowledge, skills and common sense to cope with the challenges at the working environment. ” Mr Cheung Ho Man Ryan Vice President Kalon Resources Pte Ltd “ After almost 8 years of work in my previous company, I have recently joined the SGP listed company Noble Resource, focusing on iron ore trading. I am looking forward to facing further challenges. ” Ms Mui Wai Yin Specialist, Sales Forecasting DKSH Hong Kong Limited “ After graduating from LEM, I have been well trained to be capable to work on different roles in the whole supply chain, ranging from production to marketing, and planning to execution. The knowledge I learnt at school was a great help in developing my career. ” Ms Yip Yin Yvonne Management Assistant Chevalier Cold Storage and Logistics Ltd “ The training, company visits and industrial seminars provided by LEM have brought me into contact with professionals, enabled me to stay abreast of various logistics developments and boosted my confidence. ” Ms Leung Ngai Yee Ailey Management Trainee Kerry Logistics “ LEM has equipped me with both engineering and business knowledge. It combines theory leaning and practical skills training which help us to develop a systematic mindset and drives us to consider the feasibility and flexibility more during applications. ” Programme Aim The LEM programme aims to provide students with comprehensive education and professional training at honours degree level for preparing logistics engineers and professionals who are competent in the design, implementation, control, and execution of logistics systems and related technologies, as well as to develop the ability of students to manage complex systems of business, logistics and technology for increasingly technology-enabled logistics businesses. Career Prospects Graduates of our programme undertake a wide range of jobs in the industrial and logistics sectors. Their careers lead to managerial positions with responsibility for areas such as logistics process management, business analysis and operation re-design. Some typical examples of job positions are: BSc (Hons) in Logistics Engineering with Management The programme has been granted full accreditation by the Hong Kong Institution of Engineers (HKIE) as a professional engineering degree programme recognised by other Washington Accord signatories. The Washington Accord is an international agreement between bodies responsible for accrediting engineering degree programmes. Currently, it has 20 signatories, including the United States, the United Kingdom, Australia, Canada, Japan, Korea, Singapore, Malaysia and New Zealand. • Supply chain coordinator/ manager • Distribution analyst/officer/ manager • Fleet & distribution officer/ manager • Warehouse officer/supervisor • Statistics analyst • Supply chain analyst/specialist • Technical officer Some of our LEM students work in prestigious companies after graduation. • Project development officer • Logistics coordinator/ analyst/officer/manager • Business executive/analyst • Procurement/sourcing/buying and planning officer • Young entrepreneur • Government officer • Management trainee Hong Kong Institution of Engineers (HKIE) Graduates have been granted full exemption (Logistics Stream) from the Professional Qualifying Examination (PQE) leading to Chartered Membership of the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport in Hong Kong (CILTHK). Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport in Hong Kong (CILTHK) Professional Recognition