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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 any industries. The Graduate Certificate in Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management, consisting of 4 units of study, prepares students with the knowledge of theories, concepts, principles and practice in logistics and supply chain management. It also develops graduates’ analytical skills to develop solutions for real-world problems in logistics and supply chain management.
This Graduate Certificate course provides a pathway to the Graduate Diploma of Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management and the Master of Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management to accommodate students’ employment prospects and career/learning progression.
Learning Outcomes
Course structure
The Graduate Certificate in Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management consists of 4 units of study. At least 2 units should be selected from the core unit list, and the remaning units are selected from the option unit list.
Core Units
This unit introduces you to the concepts, applications and practice of management. You will be introduced to the fundamentals of management that are vital for the successful operation of any business. You will be exposed to a widely accepted body…
Credit Points: 12.5
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| Launceston | Semester 1 | ||||
The aim of this unit is to introduce you to the type of financial information that you, as a manager, can expect to receive and to the techniques that you can use to analyse this information for decision making and…
Credit Points: 12.5
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| Launceston | Semester 2 | ||||
This unit provides you with a broad appreciation of the nature and importance of logistics activities and an understanding of the key concepts and tools used by logistics managers. It enables you to examine the key components of an integrated…
Credit Points: 12.5
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| Launceston | Semester 1 | ||||
Supply Chain Management has been identified by the business community as a key discipline which can generate significant cost savings, improve customer value and be used effectively to gain a sustainable competitive advantage.To a casual observer, supply chain management would…
Credit Points: 12.5
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| Launceston | Semester 2 | ||||
Option Units
This unit provides students with a framework for understanding the field of international trade. The unit examines the environment for international trade and investment, particularly political, social, economic, technological, environmental and other factors that influence strategic firm-level plans and senior…
Credit Points: 12.5
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| Launceston | Semester 1 | ||||
This unit aims to expose you to contemporary management practices in ports. The design of this unit is suited to meet the needs of students at different stages in their careers and at different levels in their organisations. You will…
Credit Points: 12.5
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| Launceston | Semester 1 | ||||
The information era dictates new ways to do business today. Available information through business systems, or social and public media is massive and constantly growing at a very fast rate. Information is nowadays the most precious asset of any initiative.…
Credit Points: 12.5
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| Launceston | Semester 2 | ||||
View all details for JNB635 Business Analytics and Operations Research
The unit develops critical knowledge and understanding of procurement from the logistics and supply chain management perspectives. It covers the procurement process, procurement management strategies, procurement marketing and segmentation, international sourcing, supplier relationship management, price/cost analysis, negotiations and contract management,…
Credit Points: 12.5
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| Launceston | Semester 2 | ||||
View all details for JNB637 Strategic Procurement Management
Warehouses/distribution centres play a pivotal role in today’s logistics and supply chain systems, especially when we consider the manufacturing in a global environment and increasing online shopping. When operating a warehouse/distribution centre, how to improve the operational efficiency while minimising…
Credit Points: 12.5
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| Launceston | Semester 2 | ||||
View all details for JNB639 Warehousing and Inventory Management
Entry requirements
For Domestic students
An undergraduate degree from an Australian higher education institution or the equivalent standard in any other institutions; or
A qualification of AQF Level 6 or equivalent and a minimum of three years managerial working experience.
The units in this course form part of the Master of Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management (P7E) as well as the Graduate Diploma of Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management (P6E). If you have a cognate educational or work background and are contemplating progressing towards P7E we recommend that you consider P7E as your starting point. We also recommend that you apply for advanced standing (credit) as you may be eligible for a reduced duration of study in P7E.
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.
For International students
An undergraduate degree from an Australian higher education institution or the equivalent standard in any other institutions; 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.
The units in this course form part of the Master of Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management (P7E) as well as the Graduate Diploma of Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management (P6E). If you have a cognate educational or work background and are contemplating progressing towards P7E we recommend that you consider P7E as your starting point. We also recommend that you apply for advanced standing (credit) as you may be eligible for a reduced duration of study in P7E.
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 transfer
The maximum credit granted will be in accordance with the limits set down in the Student Participation and Attainment Ordinance.
Articulation
Articulation to: the Graduate Diploma of Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management or the Master of Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management.
Fees & scholarships
Domestic students
This is a full-fee course, which means you’ll need to pay the full amount for your studies. Commonwealth Supported Places are not available in this course. However, there are still support options available for eligible students to help you manage the cost of studying this course.
You may be able to fund all or part of your tuition fees by accessing a FEE-HELP loan from the Australian Government. FEE-HELP is a loan scheme that assists domestic full-fee students to pay for University, which is repaid through the Australian Tax System once you earn above a repayment threshold. This means you’ll only have to start repaying the loan once you start earning above a specific amount
Our scholarships and prizes program also offers more than 400 scholarships across all areas of study. You can even apply for multiple scholarships in one easy application.
Further informationDetailed fee information for domestic students is available at Scholarships, fees and costs, including additional information in relation to the compulsory Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF).
International students
2022 Total Course Fee (international students): $15,725 AUD*.
Course cost based on a rate of $31,450 AUD per standard, full-time year of study (100 credit points).
* Please note that this is an indicative fee only.
International students
International students are charged the Student Services and Amenities Fee but this fee is incorporated in the annual rate. International students do not have to make any additional SSAF payments.
Scholarships
For information on general scholarships available at the University of Tasmania, please visit the scholarships website.
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