Graduate Certificate of Supply Chain Innovation

Program Overview

The Graduate Certificate of Supply Chain Innovation is a 1-year part-time program that combines traditional supply chain and project management units with innovation. It equips students with knowledge in design thinking, lean management, and contemporary supply chain challenges. The program emphasizes industry engagement, with guest lectures and real-world projects, preparing graduates for careers in supply chain management, logistics, and related fields.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

• Overview: The Graduate Certificate of Supply Chain Innovation is a globally recognized course that merges traditional units in Logistics and Project Management with innovation.
This course provides students with knowledge of design thinking, lean management, and the issues facing today's supply chain professionals and their solutions.
• Objectives:
• Enhance critical inquiry skills.
• Foster entrepreneurial contributions to innovation and development.
• Develop adaptability and change management abilities.
• Cultivate awareness of local and international environments.
• Promote ethical conduct.

Outline:

• Structure: The Graduate Certificate of Supply Chain Innovation is a 1-year part-time course with a total of 50 credit points.
The program includes four core units:
• Opportunity Discovery, Creativity, and Design
• Supply Chain Management
• Logistics Management
• Six Sigma Lean Green Belt
• Modules: Each core unit focuses on specific aspects of supply chain innovation:
• Opportunity Discovery, Creativity, and Design:
This unit introduces students to the principles of design thinking and creativity, enabling them to identify opportunities for innovation in supply chains.
• Supply Chain Management: This unit provides a comprehensive overview of supply chain management, covering topics such as supply chain planning, procurement, inventory management, and distribution.
• Logistics Management: This unit focuses on the management of logistics operations, including transportation, warehousing, and inventory control.
• Six Sigma Lean Green Belt: This unit provides students with a practical understanding of Six Sigma and Lean methodologies, enabling them to improve efficiency and reduce waste in supply chain operations.

Assessment:

• Methods: The program uses a range of assessment methods to evaluate student learning, including:
• Assignments
• Case studies
• Presentations
• Exams
• Criteria: Assessment criteria are aligned with the learning objectives of each unit and may include:
• Critical thinking and analysis
• Problem-solving
• Communication
• Teamwork
• Innovation

Teaching:

• Methods: The program is delivered through a combination of lectures, tutorials, workshops, and industry-based projects.
• Faculty: The program is taught by a team of experienced academics and industry professionals.
• Unique Approaches: The program incorporates a strong emphasis on industry engagement, with guest lectures from industry leaders and opportunities for students to work on real-world projects.

Careers:

• Potential Career Paths: Graduates of the Graduate Certificate of Supply Chain Innovation may pursue careers in a range of supply chain management roles, including:
• Supply chain manager
• Logistics manager
• Opportunities: The program can enhance career opportunities by providing additional leadership and management skills.
• Outcomes: Graduates are in high demand, with 91.1% finding employment within 4 months of completing the program.
The median income for PG graduates one year out is $79.5K.