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Master of Supply Chain and Logistics Management Edith Cowan University
Introduction
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 cybersecurity for supply chain and logistics management. Both of these speciality 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.
Admissions
Curriculum
Course Details
Semester availability
- Semester 1: Study full-time at Joondalup
- Semester 2: Study full-time at Joondalup
Course Structure
Students are required to complete: 9 core units (180 credit points) 3 units in Cyber Security stream or Information Systems stream (60 credit points)
Year 1 - Semester 1
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
| FBL5010 | Managing People and Organisations | 20 |
| FBL5020 | Marketing Leadership | 20 |
| MAN6920 | Supply Chain Management | 20 |
Year 1 - Semester 2
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
| FBL5030 | Fundamentals of Value Creation in Business | 20 |
| MAN6927 | Supply Chain Analytics | 20 |
| MAN6333 | Global Logistics | 20 |
Year 2 - Semester 1
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
| MAN6935 | IT Value Realisation | 20 |
Plus 2 x Units from either the Information Systems or Cyber Security stream
Information Systems units
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
| MAN5902 ^ | Business Systems Analysis | 20 |
| MAN6310 | Capstone Integration Project | 20 |
| Cyber Security units | ||
| CSI6199 ^ | Cyber Security | 20 |
| CSI6201 ^ | Networking Technologies | 20 |
Year 2 - Semester 2
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
| MAN6910 | Business Process Management | 20 |
| MAN6925 | Project Management | 20 |
Plus 1 x Unit from either the Information Systems or Cyber Security Stream
Information Systems unit
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
| MAN5901 ^ | Information Systems Challenges in Management | 20 |
| Cyber Security unit | ||
| CSI6202 ^ | Network Security | 20 |
^ Core Option
Program Outcome
Course Learning Outcomes
- Apply critical thinking and technical skills to solve authentic business problems.
- Demonstrate effective communication and teamwork skills.
- Demonstrate mastery of a global body of supply chain and logistics management knowledge and practice, including knowledge of research principles and method.
- 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
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 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.