Graduate Certificate in Supply Chain Management

Victoria University

About

Studying the Graduate Certificate in Supply Chain Management will give you specialised knowledge in the field of supply chain and logistics management.

Graduates develop a body of knowledge that includes an understanding of recent developments in the supply chain management discipline.

The course will prepare you for professional or highly-skilled work in the rapidly growing fields of logistics and supply chain management, enabling progression into senior leadership positions in the field, or subsequent postgraduate study.

The graduate certificate is nested within the broader Master of Supply Chain Management and it also provides a pathway to Victoria University’s highly regarded MBA (Master of Business Administration).

Structure

To attain the Graduate Certificate in Supply Chain Management, students will be required to complete 48 credit points (equivalent to 4 units) consisting of:

  • 48 credit points (equivalent to 4 units) of professional core units

Course structure and units

  • International Supply Chain Structure Unit code BEO5305 Credits12
  • Supply Chain and Logistics Management Unit code BMO5574 Credits12
  • Green Logistics Unit code BMO5579 Credits12
  • Operations Management Unit code BMO6508 Credits12

Entry requirements

Meeting the minimum admission requirements does not guarantee you entry into this course. Some courses receive more applications than the number of places available. In this situation we will also assess your education, work and other relevant experience.

If you do not meet the minimum requirements you may be eligible for one of our special admission programs. We also encourage you to explore our study pathways to help you reach your goal.

Find out more about how to apply for our courses, and our commitment to admissions transparency.

Entry requirements

Completion of an Australian Bachelor degree (or equivalent) in a similar disciplineORApplicants with a minimum five (5) years approved work experience will be considered for admission to this course.

Pathways from VU courses

There are many ways you can start your education journey at VU. Pathways offer an easy transition between courses at different levels, so that you can start with a certificate and progress right through to postgraduate study.

Find out more about pathways and credits.

Credit for skills and past study

If you have completed study with another university or institution and believe you are eligible to receive credit for skills and past study, you can apply for advanced standing.

Applications for advanced standing can be made after a discussion with your course coordinator or academic adviser.

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

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  1. Synthesise and critically review knowledge about business systems relevant to supply chain practices to make independent technical recommendations;  
  2. Analyse and evaluate literature applicable to established supply chain theories, and to emerging situations and challenges in contemporary supply chain situations;  
  3. Resolve complex problems related to, the ways in which networks of interconnected businesses collaborate to make, and deliver, products and services for global markets;  
  4. Effectively communicate complex supply chain management knowledge and ideas to a variety of audiences; and  
  5. Critically evaluate a range of activities that constitute the supply chain management discipline in an international context.  

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