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Undergraduate TAS-GLM-ADG-2023

Associate Degree in Global Logistics and Maritime Management

Get to know the business of the logistics and maritime industries.

Build your understanding of the maritime industry, including shipping and ports managements. Unpack business concepts including exporting and importing. This online business course gets you started in international trade or further logistics studies.

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Australian Higher Education Loan Program (HELP)

Total subjects

16

Price

From

$24,660

Study method

100% Online

Assessments

100% online

CSP Available

Yes

Credit available

Yes

Applications Close

  • 25 Jun 23
  • 29 Oct 23
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Australia’s fourth oldest university, the University of Tasmania, is highly regarded internationally for teaching and academic excellence. The university offers more than 100 undergraduate degrees and more than 50 postgraduate programs across a range of disciplines. The university offers students a diverse range of opportunities, the chance to learn from leading experts, and excellent preparation for their future careers.

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17

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22

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Degree structure

8

Core subjects

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4

Major subjects

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4

Elective subjects

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Degree

Degree details

What you'll learn

Upon successful completion of this program, students should be able to:

  1. Analyse the application of theoretical principles, concepts and techniques to facilitate business decision-making in selected logistics and maritime management contexts.
  2. Examine business practices to identify problems in a range of logistics and maritime contexts.
  3. Propose a range of solutions to a logistics and maritime management problem using an established methodology guided by social, ethical, regulatory, technological and global perspectives.
  4. Communicate logistics and maritime management knowledge and concepts in multiple cultural contexts using various methods and formats to a range of audiences.
Career opportunities

The program will allow graduates to contribute to operations and management in the international logistics and maritime industries. Organisations active in international trade, such as those involved in exporting and importing, global transport, ship management, international freight forwarding and ports and terminals will be potential employers. Additionally the program will provide a solid grounding in international logistics and maritime transport issues for people employed in government and other policy-related areas.

Entry requirements

Higher education via OUA

Successful completion of any 4 OUA open access subjects of study at the equivalent AQF level, unless otherwise specified

Higher education

Applicants who have previously undertaken higher education studies meet the General Entry Requirements if they: 

  • Have completed the UTAS University Preparation Program or an equivalent enabling program offered by another Australian university; OR
  • Have partially completed a program at Associate Degree level or higher at any Australian higher education provider (or have partially completed an equivalent overseas qualification). Applicants must have completed the equivalent of at least two subjects of study within an equivalent AQF level program or higher (equivalent to 25 UTAS credit points); OR
  • Completed DUS (Diploma of University Studies) any pathway or equivalent; OR
  • Completed UPP (University Preparation Program) or equivalent

Secondary education

ATAR: 57 or higher

VET studies

AQF Certificate III*, IV, Diploma, Advanced Diploma.

* refer assessment of unrelated certificate III applicants to UTAS.

Work and Life

Significant and sustained work experience (at least 5 years’ experience in any field) Refer any applicants who do not clearly meet the required experience level, or those in a slightly different field to the University.

Credit for previous study or work

The University of Tasmania grants credit and recognition of prior learning that may include formal and/or informal prior learning. More information is available here.

https://www.utas.edu.au/study/apply/admission-requirements/recognition-of-prior-learning

Description

The Associate Degree in Global Logistics and Maritime Management provides you with problem-solving skills and knowledge of critical elements of both the logistics and maritime industries. Studying this program develops a range of skills that enhance decision-making and can be applied to complex issues that arise in international logistics systems and its associated maritime transport sector.


As logistics and shipping are major components of international trade, this program will appeal to those planning careers in organisations associated with global business, both in Australia and overseas. Subjects offered in this Associate Degree will allow you to become knowledgeable in a range of appropriate business activities such as logistics, international business management, exporting, importing, shipping and port management . This knowledge is essential for a sound understanding of issues that are faced by such specialised industries.


Successful completion of this program provides a pathway into the P3E Bachelor of Global Logistics and Maritime Management.

Degree structure details

Recommended Study Pattern

For students undertaking full-time study the following study pattern is recommended. If students are undertaking part-time study, we recommend that students complete all first year compulsory subjects prior to completing elective subjects to maximise success.

  • Year 1. 4 core subjects including:
    • TAS-JNB154 International Business Communication
    • TAS-JNB156 Introduction to the Maritime Industry
    • TAS-JNB160 Exporting and Importing
    • TAS-JNB163 Commercial and Transport Law
  • Choose one of the following Major Areas
  • Year 1. 2 core subjects from Logistics and Supply Chain Management
    • TAS-JNB158 International Transport Systems
    • TAS-JNB161 Air Freight Transport
  • Year 1. 2 core subjects from Maritime Business Management
    • TAS-BEA140 Data Analysis for Business
    • TAS-BFA103 Accountability and Accounting
  • Year 1. 2 UTAS Electives
  • Year 2. 4 core subjects including:
    • TAS-JNB204 Port and Terminal Management
    • TAS-JNB253 Maritime Law
    • TAS-JNB260 Maritime Economics
    • TAS-JNB261 Ship Operations Management
  • Year 2. 2 core subjects from Logistics and Supply Chain Management
    • TAS-JNB225 Logistics Management
    • TAS-JNB258 Warehousing and Distribution
  • Year2. 2 core subjects from Maritime Business Management
    • TAS-JNB251 International Business Management
    • TAS-JNB262 Resilience in the Face of Emergencies
  • Year 2. 2 UTAS Electives

Award Requirements

Satisfactory completion of 16 subjects, as required in the schedule, within 2-5 years from commencement.

Exit Points

Students will be permitted to exit the course and graduate with the following exit award where the requirements of the exit award have been met.

  • P1E Diploma of Global Logistics and Maritime Logistics Management

Easy apply

You can apply direct through Open Universities Australia.

Once you've checked your eligibility, apply and enrol for this degree following the steps. This degree also allows you to get started with Open access.

1

Select ‘Apply now’

Choose subjects to begin your application. You can choose 1 or 2 subjects to start.

2

Choose how you want to start

You can apply for the full degree or if you want to start with Open access, enrol into the subjects using the ‘Single subjects’ option.

You can apply for the degree later and the subjects may be credited towards the degree.

3

Complete your details

Provide your details and select a funding option. You can pay up-front or apply for government funding in your application.

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Open access

This degree offers Open access entry, exclusive to Open Universities Australia.

There’s more than one way to get a degree. Open access allows you to start with single subjects as a way into eligible degrees, regardless of your study history.

Enrol into and complete the required Open access subjects to earn entry in this degree. Most subjects have no entry requirements, are fully government funded (if you’re eligible) and may be credited when you start the degree.

The best part? You can enrol and get started with single subjects now.

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