The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport South Africa (CILTSA), in partnership with Commerce Edge and Alto Training, officially launched the fully funded CILT Level 5: International Diploma in Logistics and Transport programme. The launch took place at the IMM Graduate School Conference Centre in Parktown. It marked the start of an important professional development journey for women working across the sector.
The Transport Education and Training Authority (TETA) funds the programme, which aims to strengthen operational, management and leadership capability among women in the sector.
“It offers participants access to internationally recognised learning, practical workplace-based experience, mentorship support and a professional designation pathway through CILTSA,” explains Catherine Larkin, CILTSA’s Executive Director.
Nationwide participation and mentorship
The launch was well attended, with 10 Gauteng-based candidates participating in person. Additional candidates joined online from across the country, including the Western Cape, KwaZulu-Natal and the Eastern Cape. Three mentors also attended the session in person, demonstrating the strong support structure that will underpin the learning journey.
Commerce Edge, the programme provider, will deliver the learning components of the qualification. Alto Training serves as the project management company responsible for coordinating and supporting programme implementation and TETA processes. Together with CILTSA, these partners will guide candidates through a structured programme. It combines online contact learning sessions, workplace experiential learning, practical assignments, logbook completion, coaching and evidence gathering.
Building practical and leadership capability
Running from July 2026 to July 2027, the programme covers key areas including Management in Logistics and Transport, Supply Chain Management, Transport Operations and Warehousing. Candidates will build practical knowledge and leadership competence that they can apply directly in the workplace.
“The launch highlighted the value of collaboration across the industry to create meaningful opportunities for women,” concludes Larkin. “As the candidates begin their learning journey, the programme stands as a significant investment in professional growth, industry transformation and the development of future leaders in logistics and transport.”
