Graduate Diploma of Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management

Program Overview

The Graduate Diploma of Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management equips students with the knowledge and skills to excel in logistics and supply chain management careers. The program covers core concepts, technologies, and practices, enabling graduates to solve problems, make informed decisions, and present solutions effectively. Graduates are prepared for management and senior administrative roles in various industries, including commercial shipping, transport, and international business.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

Overview:

The Graduate Diploma of Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management is designed for individuals seeking professional careers in logistics and supply chain management, which are in high demand globally across various industries. The program consists of 8 units of study and equips students with knowledge of theories, concepts, principles, and practices in logistics and supply chain management. It develops their analytical skills to solve problems faced by businesses and enhance their logistics and supply chain performance. The Graduate Diploma serves as a pathway to the Master of Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management.

Objectives:

• Support decision-making in global business contexts by applying logistics and supply chain management concepts and practices.
• Solve logistics and supply chain problems using state-of-the-art technologies, practices, and managerial innovations.
• Present logistics and supply chain management solutions using a range of sources to specialist and non-specialist audiences.

Learning Outcomes:

• Support decision-making in global business contexts by applying logistics and supply chain management concepts and practices.
• Solve logistics and supply chain problems using state-of-the-art technologies, practices, and managerial innovations.
• Present logistics and supply chain management solutions using a range of sources to specialist and non-specialist audiences.

Outline:

Course Structure:

Students complete eight units, with the specific units depending on their background.

Cognate Option:

• Core Units:
• Management
• Finance for Decision-Making
• Business Logistics
• Supply Chain Management
• Core Option Units (select four):
• International Trade
• Port Management and Strategy
• Business Analytics and Operations Research
• Strategic Procurement Management
• Warehousing and Inventory Management
• eCommerce Logistics Management

Non-Cognate Option:

• Core Units:
• Management
• Finance for Decision-Making
• Business Logistics
• Supply Chain Management
• Core Option Units (select four):
• International Trade
• Port Management and Strategy
• Business Analytics and Operations Research
• Strategic Procurement Management
• Warehousing and Inventory Management

Careers:

Career Outcomes:

Graduates of the program are prepared for management and senior administrative careers in private enterprises, industry organizations, and governments. Potential career paths include:

• Commercial shipping
• Ports and terminals
• Transport
• Transport policy and administration
• Freight forwarding
• Exporting and importing
• Logistics and supply chains
• Other elements of international business

Employment Outlook:

• Employment outlook for maritime professionals is growing, with skilled graduates in global demand.
• National Employment projections in Marine Transport professionals are expected to grow between now and 2024.
• More than 15,000 jobs are expected to be created in Australia as part of the continuous Naval Shipbuilding Program over the next 50 years.