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Graduate Diploma of Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management

  • Graduate Diploma

In the evolving global business economy, businesses enhance and transform their logistics and supply chain systems to gain competitive advantage.

Key details

Degree Type
Graduate Diploma
Duration
1 - 3 years full-time
Course Code
P6E, 107499A
Study Mode
In person
Intake Months
Feb, Jul
International Fees
$34,450 per year / $34,450 total

About this course

In the evolving global business economy, businesses enhance and transform their logistics and supply chain systems to gain competitive advantage. With global supply chains evolving and expanding constantly, the understanding of how to develop and implement sustainable, effective, and efficient logistics and supply chain management strategies is key to the success of businesses in many industries. The Graduate Diploma of Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management is designed for people who seek professional careers in logistics and supply chain management that are in high demand globally in different industries. The course, consisting of 8 units of study, prepares students with the knowledge of theories, concepts, principles and practice in logistics and supply chain management to make informed decisions in a range of real-world global contexts. It also develops graduates' analytical skills to develop solutions for problems faced by businesses and enhance their logistics and supply chain performance.

The Graduate Diploma course provides a pathway to the Master of Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management.

Entry requirements

  • An undergraduate degree from an Australian higher education institution or the equivalent standard in any other institutions; or
  • A Graduate Certificate; or
  • A qualification of AQF Level 6 or equivalent and a minimum of three years managerial working experience.
  • An undergraduate degree from an Australian higher education institution or the equivalent standard in any other institutions; or
  • A Graduate Certificate; or
  • A qualification of AQF Level 6 or equivalent and a minimum of three years managerial working experience.
  • International students with English as a second language will need to have an IELTS score of 6.0, with no band less than 6.0.

Study locations

Launceston

What you will learn

  • 1 Support decision-making in global business contexts by applying logistics and supply chain management concepts and practices.
  • 2 Solve logistics and supply chain problems using state-of-the-art technologies, practices, and managerial innovations.
  • 3 Present logistics and supply chain management solutions using a range of sources to specialist and non-specialist audiences.
  • Career pathways

    The maritime and logistics industries underpin international business and world trade. They are a key element in sustainable development, and are tightly interconnected with human society: physically, socially and economically.

    As such, it is critical that they are managed by highly trained individuals and teams who can lead the development, implementation and control of sound contemporary management practices.

    Our Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management courses prepare students for management and senior administrative careers in private enterprises, industry organisations and governments. As a graduate of this program, you can be confident that the skills, knowledge and networks you've acquired through study will allow you to succeed in a diverse range of areas: commercial shipping, ports and terminals, transport, transport policy and administration, freight forwarding, exporting and importing, logistics and supply chains, and other elements of international business.

    Employment outlook for maritime professionals is growing, with skilled graduates in global demand.

    • National Employment projections in Marine Transport professionals are expected to grow between now and 2024.^
    • More than 15,000 jobs are expected to be created in Australia as part of the continuous Naval Shipbuilding Program over the next 50 years.^^

    ^ Job Outlook, Australian Government
    ^^ Naval Shipbuilding College, Australian Government

    Course structure

    You will complete eight units but the units that you will complete will depend on whether you are assessed as having a cognate or non-cognate background.

    A cognate undergraduate degree would be in the same or related area eg, maritime management, maritime operation, logistics management, supply chain management, and business management; or any Bachelor degree with a major in business, logistics management, and supply chain management

    Cognate industry experience would be in the fields of maritime, transport, logistics and supply chain.

    Credit for prior study or work

    The maximum credit granted will be in accordance with the limits set down in the Student Participation and Attainment Ordinance.

    Graduate outcomes

    Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Business & Management courses at University of Tasmania.
    74.3%
    Overall satisfaction
    76%
    Skill scale
    65.2%
    Teaching scale
    87.9%
    Employed full-time
    $109k
    Average salary