Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport in the UK

History

The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) International, formerly The Chartered Institute of Transport, was formed in 1919 and was granted its Royal Charter in 1926.

Growth of its overseas sections led to a restructuring in 1994 under which 10 national councils were established in various parts of the world. The Institute operates as a co-ordinating body and custodian of the Royal Charter. The Chartered Institute of Transport in the UK (CIT UK) was formed as the United Kingdom National Council and is the largest national council with over half the total worldwide membership of CILT. In 1999 the former Institute of Logistics and Transport (ILT) took over from CIT UK as the UK National Council.

In April 2004 the Institute's membership voted in favour of ILT adopting the word 'Chartered' into its title. In May 2004 the Institute officially became 'The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport in the UK'. All National Councils are effectively 'chartered' through their membership of CILT and are represented on its governing Council. CILT continues to hold the Royal Charter under the authority of the (UK) Privy Council. Subject to certain qualifications, individual members of any National Council hold chartered status under the authority of this Royal Charter.

Description

The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) in the UK is the membership organisation for professionals involved in the movement of goods and people and their associated supply chains.

Members of the Institute are involved in the management and design of infrastructure, systems, processes and information flows and in the creation, management and development of effective organisations. The work of our members impacts directly on people, society and the environment, on business profitability and economic growth.

First established as The Chartered Institute of Transport (CIT) in 1919, The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport in the UK is a registered charity and part of the CILT international family with over 33,000 members in countries across the world.

Our vision is for The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport to enable innovation, excellence and value creation for both individuals and corporate bodies by being the leading membership organisation and education provider within our community of professionals.

Vision

The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport exists to enable innovation, excellence and value creation for both individuals and corporate bodies by being the leading membership organisation and education provider within our community of professionals.

Mission

The mission is to add value to individual and corporate members by enhancing their knowledge, careers, and businesses by setting, supporting and delivering Professional Standards and education and by promoting logistics, transport and their associated supply chains to society as a whole.

The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport in the UK provides members with:

Connection

Networking and sharing of good practice and innovations with professionals from across multiple sectors and modes through regional and national events, our Young Professionals Forum and special interest groups.

Professional voice

Representing and promoting the membership and profession through our publications and policy.

Professional recognition

For members to be recognised as professionals by attaining and retaining membership, including Chartered status.

Personal development

We support career advancement through Continuing Professional Development (CPD), education, qualifications, networking, mentoring and knowledge sharing.

Membership

CILT has over 33,000 members based in more than 33 countries worldwide. CILT(UK) has 18,200 members (as of February 2017).

* These figures are updated on an annual basis in January.

Membership grades

Membership of the Institute is graded according to knowledge, experience and seniority within the profession. All Members have full access all of the Institute's resources; however, the use of their globally recognised post-nominals and voting rights are restricted to those who have achieved Member (MILT) status and or above. For more information please visit: ciltuk.org.uk/grades

Student/Apprentice Affiliate

Student/Apprentice Affiliate members are mainly undergraduate and postgraduate students. These grades are open to individuals studying full-time for a qualification or undertaking an apprenticeship within the profession.

Affiliate

Affiliate membership is an entry-level grade and relevant to anyone beginning their career or with an interest in the profession. It is considered the first step towards gaining Chartered status.

Member (MILT)

For logistics and transport professionals who can demonstrate their technical knowledge and experience meets the minimum Professional Standards set by the Institute.

Chartered Member (CMILT)

Chartered Membership is the Institute's professional grade of membership. It is for logistics and transport professionals who can demonstrate their technical knowledge and experience meets the Professional Standards set by the Institute. A Chartered Member is awarded the post-nominal letters CMILT.

Chartered Fellow (FCILT)

Chartered Fellows of the Institute is the highest grade of membership and recognises those working in the most influential roles within the profession. Chartered Fellows can demonstrate a significant level of experience and competence, and often are people highly regarded in their organisations or in the industry as a whole. Any Chartered Member who meets the criteria may apply.

Central Organisation

The organisation is governed by the CILT(UK) board under the direct leadership of the Chief Executive Kevin Richardson FCILT. See full staff list.

CILT has a central services function based in Corby, Northamptonshire which supports the Regional and Sector based activities and Forums throughout the UK, Beneluxe and UAE.

The organisation works in association with its sister organisation CILT International which support members outside of the areas covered by CILT(UK).

CILT(UK) also works with PTRC a training organisation based in London to deliver relevant courses to transport planners and with the Novus Trust and the Aspire charity to help individuals to fund their studies. The organisation also supports the profession through the Leaders in the Supply Chain, the Humanitarian Logistics Association, the Association of Railway Executives, the Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme (FORS) and DOPsys.

Sectors

The Institute's nine sectors in the logistics and transport industries are:

Active Travel & Travel Planning

Aviation

Bus & Coach

Freight Forwarding

Logistics & Supply Chain

Operations Management

Ports, Maritime & Waterways

Rail

Transport Planning

Each Sector has a number of specific Forums where members are encouraged to share ideas, best practice and latest innovations with like-minded professionals.

Nations & Regions

Led by the Nations and Regions Consultative Committee, the Institute operates a Regional structure to organise events and other activities on a more local basis. The Nations and Regions are:

Scotland

Wales

Northern Ireland

Continental European (operated as part of CILT(UK), but covering Belgium, the Netherlands and Luxembourg)

North East

North West

West Midlands

East Midlands

Eastern

South West

Central Southern

Northern Home Counties

South East

London

The English regions are organised to line up with the Regions of England, with North East encompassing North East and Yorkshire & Humber regions, the South East region split between Southern Home Counties and South East, and the East of England region split between Northern Home Counties and Eastern regions.

Many of the regions are split into local groups, many of which are the original CIT Sections, and these organise events in those specific areas.

Events

The Institute runs over 200 events a year, covering a large variety of topics within the logistics and transport sectors, and aimed at a wide range of audiences, from the general public to students, professionals with various interests, Fellows and those in senior positions in industry and Government.

Events cover lectures, discussions, conferences and visits.

CILT(UK) Supply Chain Awareness Award

The course provides the underpinning knowledge of logistics theory and the application of this theory to the movement of goods and people. It is ideal as an introduction to study or induction course. Candidates can continue with full qualification at a later date (maximum 2 years)

The Supply Chain Awareness Award is assessed by either examination or competence. The general requirement of assessment is the same, whatever assessment method is used. This is that evidence must be provided of the successful achievement of all the outcomes of effective performance and of the required underpinning knowledge and understanding for the relevant unit(s). Assessment will be based on a qualitative judgment of the candidate’s against each of the declared Indicators of Successful Performance. Quantitative (numerical) marking will only be used for multi-choice examinations.

The Supply Chain Awareness Award is aligned to steps 1, 2 and 3 in the Skills for Logistics Professional Development Stairway for Logistics.

CILT(UK) Level 2 Introductory Certificate in Logistics and Transport

The course provides the underpinning knowledge of logistics theory and the application of this theory to the movement of goods and people for new entry candidates. It provides an introduction to the concept of logistics and integrated supply chain management and establishes the context in which the component sectors operate.

Core Units - compulsory

Introduction to Logistics

Introduction to Movement of Goods and People

Elective Units - choose 2

Introduction to Inventory Management and Production Planning

Introduction to Procurement

Introduction to Warehousing

Introduction to Transport Planning and Service Provisions

The Introductory Certificate is assessed by either examination or competence. The general requirement of assessment is the same, whatever assessment method is used. This is that evidence must be provided of the successful achievement of all the outcomes of effective performance and of the required underpinning knowledge and understanding for the relevant unit(s). Assessment will be based on a qualitative judgment of the candidate’s against each of the declared Indicators of Successful Performance. Quantitative (numerical) marking will only be used for multi-choice examinations. However, all assessment routes must include an element of testing and marking by the CILT(UK) to meet QCA requirements for independent assessment.

The Introductory Certificate is aligned to steps 3, 4 and 5 in the Skills for Logistics Professional Development Stairway for Logistics.

CILT(UK) Level 3 Certificate in Logistics and Transport

The qualification is designed to provide a sound foundation for a career within the transport, logistics and supply chain sectors and aims to equip existing and potential supervisors and first-line managers with a complete set of management skills. It covers the detail of the specialist technical areas within logistics and transport, plus a generic management unit.

Candidates who successfully achieve the core Management unit, plus one of the optional units of Road Freight Transport, Road Passenger Transport or Transport Coordination, by the examination route, and with an average grade across both papers of 60%, will automatically be eligible for the National and International Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC). Note: the Transport Co-ordination unit only offers National CPC exemption due to the lack of international content within this unit.

The Certificate provides the educational standard for full membership of the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (MILT).

Core Unit - compulsory

Management

Elective Units - choose 1

Community Transport

International Trade and Freight

Inventory

Procurement

Production Planning

Road Freight Transport

Road Passenger Transport

Passenger Transport Co-ordinator

Warehousing

The qualification offers two different routes for assessment: competency and examination. The examination route is appropriate for new or first-line managers, aspiring first-line supervisors, or career changers. The competency route is appropriate for experienced supervisors, or first-line managers.

The Certificate is aligned to steps 5, 6 and 7 in the Skills for Logistics Professional Development Stairway for Logistics.

CILT(UK)/Fritz Certification in Humanitarian Logistics

A unique qualification designed for logisticians who work (or aspire to work) in a humanitarian organisation’s logistics functional area. The development of this qualification has been a collaborative venture between a number of humanitarian organisations, the Fritz Institute, based in the United States and the CILT(UK). It is designed to allow candidates to demonstrate their ability to manage the logistics support operations vital to ensuring that humanitarian agencies can respond appropriately to the needs of the beneficiaries.

The qualification covers the detail of the specialist technical areas within a humanitarian aid scenario:

Humanitarian Aid Supply Chains

Warehouse and Inventory

Procurement

Transport

Fleet Management

Import/Export

Managing a Humanitarian Supply Chain Response

The qualification is studied by the competency route. Each unit is assessed for competence by the production of evidence that meets the criteria of the qualification and demonstrates each candidate's ability to perform at this level.

The Certification in Humanitarian Logistics is aligned to steps 7 and 8 in the Skills for Logistics Professional Development Stairway for Logistics.

CILT(UK) Level 5 Professional Diploma in Logistics and Transport

The CILT(UK) Professional Diploma is a free-standing Level 5 qualification, designed for individuals working within the logistics and transport profession. It is aimed typically at candidates aspiring to middle management positions in specialist functional areas such as Supply Chain Management, Transport Planning, and Transport Operations. The Professional Diploma is also a suitable level of qualification for graduates in other disciplines entering the logistics and transport profession for the first time

A professional qualification for those individuals already working within logistics and transport who wish to develop a strategic view of logistics and transport operations and to become capable of reviewing operational activities.

The Professional Diploma provides the educational standard for full membership of the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (MILT).

Core Unit - compulsory

Management

Elective Units - choose 1

Supply Chain Management

Transport Operations

Transport Planning

Option Units - choose 2 options, or 2 Electives and 1 Option

International Business

Inventory

Movement of Goods

Movement of People

Production Planning

Project Management

Retail Logistics

Sourcing and Procurement

Transport and Society

Transport Planning Techniques

Warehousing

Supply Chain Flow Planning

Supply Chain Network Planning

The CILT(UK) Professional Diploma can be assessed by either examination or competency and requires candidates to demonstrate their underpinning knowledge and understanding of particular logistics and transport subjects; and their ability to successfully complete tasks in a logistics and transport environment.

The examination route is suitable for graduates (or equivalent) newly recruited to logistics and transport careers.

The competency route is suitable for experienced managers in specialist functional areas.

The Professional Diploma is aligned to steps 8 and 9 in the Skills for Logistics Professional Development Stairway for Logistics.

CILT(UK) Level 6 Advanced Diploma in Logistics and Transport

The Advanced Diploma bridges the gap between the undergraduate level of the Professional Diploma and the postgraduate standard of a Master’s Degree. It is designed to develop knowledge and understanding of strategic issues, tools and techniques. It provides the educational requirement for Chartered Membership of the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CMILT).

The CILT(UK) Advanced comprises five compulsory units, which consist of a number of elements. The five compulsory units are:

Logistics and Transport - Strategic Context

Leadership and Strategic Management in Logistics and Transport

Strategic Network Planning in Logistics and Transport

Delivering Strategic Performance in Logistics and Transport

Research Methods and the Professional Project in Logistics and Transport

The CILT(UK) Level 6 Advanced Diploma in Logistics and Transport can be assessed through two routes:

Institute Assessment Route - CILT(UK) provides standard assessment material for Units 1-4 and is responsible for assessment, verification and confirmation of results. All candidates will be required to complete 2 assignments for each of Units 1-4 and a professional project for Unit 5, on a topic to be approved by the Institute, and document the results in a report of between 8000 – 10,000 words

Centre Assessment Route - CILT(UK) Approved Centres can design and manage their own assessment programmes for Units 1-4 providing that they maintain the quality systems and procedures required by CILT(UK) and have gained formal approval for their assessment programmes. Unit 5 is assessed by the submission of a professional project to CILT(UK).

The Professional Diploma is aligned to steps 9 and 10 in the Skills for Logistics Professional Development Stairway for Logistics.