Master of Logistics Management (Advanced)

University of Tasmania

About

The Master of Logistics Management (Advanced) course provides a comprehensive postgraduate course for people who wish to seek professional careers in the globally spanning domain of logistics management, logistics strategies and supply chain management.

In this program, students acquire specific knowledge and skills to manage and coordinate logistics operations, as well as to formulate, design and implement logistics strategies and systems in a diverse range of industries such as manufacturing, retail, agribusiness, etc.

Students will obtain knowledge and skills to develop solutions for a range of complex issues faced by organisations engaged in both domestic and international logistics business activities.The core units of the program are in business logistics, supply chain management, strategic procurement, business analytics, warehousing.

Core knowledge is enhanced by degree electives such as eLogistics, eCommerce logistics management, and project management.

Students may opt to gain a better understanding of the maritime industry as a major element of global supply chains, with units such as port management, commercial shipping management.

Graduates are also able to enhance their managerial skills through units in human resource management, strategic management, lean thinking, and leadership.

These sets of skills enrich managerial skills and analytical abilities to assist career progression to more senior roles.Students undertaking the the Master of Logistics Management (Advanced) also have the option of the following interim exit awards:Graduate Certificate of Logistics Management (50 credit points / 0.5 year full-time study or equivalent)Graduate Diploma of Logistics Management (100 credit points / 1 year full-time study or equivalent)Master of Logistics Management (150 credit points / 1.5 years full-time study or equivalent)

Entry requirements

An undergraduate degree from an Australian higher education institution or the equivalent standard in any other institution

or

A Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma in Logistics Management, Supply Chain Management, Maritime and Logistics Management or other relevant qualification

or

A professional qualification such as a Certificate of Competency as a Master Class 1 (Unlimited) or Engineer Class 1/Chief Engineer (Unlimited) and at least two years' work experience

or

If a first degree or professional qualification is not held, candidates may apply to the Department of Maritime and Logistics Management for consideration of their eligibility. These applicants are assessed on their work experience, other qualifications and current managerial responsibilities; a GMAT assessment may be required. 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. For full details refer to International General Entrance Requirements.

Learning outcomes

Upon successful completion, students will be able to:

  1. Identify, critically evaluate, and coherently explain advanced logistics management concepts, practices and processes, including recent developments in the discipline

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