Supply chain and logistics managers are a vital part of many businesses, managing and executing operations in the procurement, warehousing, inventory management and transportation of goods.
This unique course is designed to advance careers in logistics, transportation, distribution, operations and production management, while providing an option to specialise in either information systems or cyber security for supply chain and logistics management. Both of these specialty streams are at the cutting edge of developments in the sector today. The course will sharpen commercial awareness in supply chain and logistics management and develop competencies for analysis, effective decision making, communication and ethical practice.
Course learning outcomes
Demonstrate mastery of a global body of supply chain and logistics management knowledge and practice, including knowledge of research principles and method.
Apply critical thinking and technical skills to solve authentic business problems.
Demonstrate effective communication and teamwork skills .
Independently initiate, plan and execute a substantial project to meet agreed deliverables.
Justify decisions and judgements that address a complex business issue considering the ethical and social consequences.
Career Opportunities
This course will broaden students' employment opportunities within the airlines, agriculture, automotive, government, military, mining, manufacturing, public and resources sectors. It is suitable for people who are seeking a career as an operations, logistics or supply chain practitioner; those already working in a related industry seeking more career options; and people with a passion or talent for solving real industrial issues.
Possible future job titles
Supply Chain Analyst, Supply Chain Manager, International Logistics Manager, Inventory Control Manager, Logistics Manager, Logistics Services Salesperson, Materials Manager, Procurement Manager, Warehouse/Distribution Operations Manager, Purchasing Manager
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution
February 2025
Joondalup Campus
270 Joondalup Drive,
JOONDALUP,
Western Australia,
6027, PERTH, Australia
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution
July 2025
Joondalup Campus
270 Joondalup Drive,
JOONDALUP,
Western Australia,
6027, PERTH, Australia
All applicants are required to meet the published entry requirements. Alternatively applicants may apply with a Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma of Supply Chain and Logistics Management. Successful applicants with a Graduate Certificate qualification or higher in Supply Chain and Logistics or in Operations Management may seek reduced course duration by applying for recognition of prior learning.
Academic admission requirements (Band 6) may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:
Bachelor degree; or
Equivalent prior learning including at least five years relevant professional experience.
English competency requirements:
IELTS Academic: An overall band minimum score of 6.5, with no individual band less than 6.0.) (Results are typically valid for 2 years and online tests are not acceptable.)
TOEFL iBT: TOEFL iBT: 84 (with no score below 17)
TOEFL Paper-Based Test (PBT): Minimum score of 573, including Test of Written English of 5.0 or better. (Results are typically valid for only 2 years)
Pearson Test of English (PTE): PTE Academic 58, with no score less than 50 for postgraduate standard entry courses. (Results are typically valid for only 2 years)
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
For the third year in a row, ECU students have rated it the top public university in Australia for overall undergraduate experience (QILT 2023).
