Graduate Diploma in Strategic Supply Chain Management
Graduate Diploma in Strategic Supply Chain Management
The Graduate Diploma in Strategic Supply Chain Management extends the graduate certificate and provides the opportunity for further specialisation in supply chain management. The course is designed to cater for the needs of those employed in the manufacturing or services sector, be it private, public or not-for-profit organisations, or whether…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
The Graduate Diploma in Strategic Supply Chain Management extends the graduate certificate and provides the opportunity for further specialisation in supply chain management.
The course is designed to cater for the needs of those employed in the manufacturing or services sector, be it private, public or not-for-profit organisations, or whether it is a small- or medium-sized enterprise or a multinational corporation.
By completing this course, the student’s suite of existing skills required to manage inter- and intra-organisational resources, capabilities, business operations and supply chain functions is significantly enhanced for superior performance, value creation and competitive advantage.
Course aims
The course seeks to enhance professionals’ understanding of the nature, context and contribution of global supply chains and operation management functions in both inter- and intra- organisational contexts facilitating competitive advantage. The course is designed to solve contemporary supply chain issues by applying latest tools, techniques and management approaches. The course is embedded with research-focused content and assessment tasks and is well-connected to industry partners for real industry experience.
Course structure
Students must complete a total of 48 credit points made up of 8 subjects, comprising seven core (42 credit points) and one subject (6 credit points) selected from a list of specialist subjects.
Careers
Career options include management-level positions in manufacturing and service industries and areas traditionally associated with business operations management.
REQUIREMENTS
Applicants must have completed a UTS recognised bachelor’s degree, or an equivalent or higher qualification, or submitted other evidence of general and professional qualifications that demonstrates potential to pursue graduate studies.
The English proficiency requirement for international students or local applicants with international qualifications is: Academic IELTS: 6.5 overall with a writing score of 6.0; or TOEFL: paper based: 550-583 overall with TWE of 4.5, internet based: 79-93 overall with a writing score of 21; or AE5: Pass; or PTE: 58-64 with a writing score of 50; or C1A/C2P: 176-184 with a writing score of 169.
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
The University of Sydney, located in Sydney, Australia, is a world-renowned institution that is ranked in the top 20 universities in the world (QS World University Rankings, 2024). Students come from all over the globe to study at undergraduate and postgraduate level. Students have the choice of selecting from Australia’s widest range of programmes and disciplines. Offering over 400 study areas to select from, the university has two subjects that are ranked in the top ten in the world, with an additional 30 disciplines ranked amongst the top 50 in the world (QS 2023 Subject Rankings). Career opportunities for students are enhanced through internships and work experience, as well as the option of studying abroad for part of their degree through one of the university’s overseas programmes.Â
