Graduate Diploma of Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management

The maritime and logistics industries underpin international business and world trade. They are a key element in sustainable development, and are tightly interconnected with human society: physically, socially and economically.

As such, it is critical that they are managed by highly trained individuals and teams who can lead the development, implementation and control of sound contemporary management practices.

Our Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management courses prepare students for management and senior administrative careers in private enterprises, industry organisations and governments. As a graduate of this program, you can be confident that the skills, knowledge and networks you’ve acquired through study will allow you to succeed in a diverse range of areas: commercial shipping, ports and terminals, transport, transport policy and administration, freight forwarding, exporting and importing, logistics and supply chains, and other elements of international business.

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.^^

^ Job Outlook, Australian Government

^^ Naval Shipbuilding College, Australian Government

Higher education

• Successful completion of an Australian Bachelor degree equivalent or higher ; OR
• A Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma in Logistics Management, Supply Chain Management, Maritime and Logistics Management or other relevant qualification; OR
• A qualification of AQF Level 6 (Advanced Diploma/Associate Degree) or equivalent AND a minimum of three years managerial working experience.

Applicants seeking entry on AQF Level 6 and Managerial experience, will need to submit a CV containing details of the position held (role and duration) and associated responsibilities. Documentation is to be referred to the Course Coordinator for assessment. 

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

The Graduate Diploma of Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management is designed for people who seek professional careers in logistics and supply chain management that are in high demand globally in different industries. The course equips students with knowledge and skills in managing logistics planning and operations, development of logistics strategies, and management of supply chain functions.

In the evolving global business economy, businesses enhance and transform their logistics and supply chain systems to gain competitive advantage. With global supply chains evolving and expanding constantly, the understanding of how to develop and implement sustainable, effective, and efficient logistics and supply chain management strategies is key to the success of businesses in many industries. The Graduate Diploma of Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management, consisting of 8 units of study, prepares students with the knowledge of theories, concepts, principles and practice in logistics and supply chain management to make informed decisions in a range of real-world global contexts. It also develops graduates’ analytical skills to develop solutions for problems faced by businesses and enhance their logistics and supply chain performance.

The Graduate Diploma course provides a pathway to the Master of Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management.

Recommended Study Pattern

Students will complete eight subjects but the subjects that students will complete will depend on whether students are assessed as having a cognate or non-cognate background.

A cognate undergraduate degree would be in the same or related area eg, maritime management, maritime operation, logistics management, supply chain management, and business management; or any Bachelor degree with a major in business, logistics management, and supply chain management

A Cognate industry experience would be in the fields of maritime, transport, logistics and supply chain.

Non-cognate Option

For students undertaking full-time study the following study pattern is recommended.

Completion of 4 core subjects from the schedule below:

• TAS-JNB517 Management
• TAS-JNB518 Finance for Decision-Making
• TAS-JNB522 Business Logistics
• TAS-JNB624 Supply Chain Management

Completion of 4 core option subjects from the schedule below:

• TAS-JNB512 International Trade
• TAS-JNB616 Port Management and Strategy
• TAS-JNB635 Business Analytics and Operations Research
• TAS-JNB637 Strategic Procurement Management
• TAS-JNB639 Warehousing and Inventory Management
• TAS-JNB738 eCommerce Logistics Management

Cognate Option

For students undertaking full-time study the following study pattern is recommended.

Completion of 7 core subjects from the schedule below:

• TAS-HSP602 Business Continuity Management
• TAS-JNB512 International Trade
• TAS-JNB616 Port Management and Strategy
• TAS-JNB635 Business Analytics and Operations Research
• TAS-JNB637 Strategic Procurement Management
• TAS-JNB639 Warehousing and Inventory Management
• TAS-JNB738 eCommerce Logistics Management

Completion of one core option subject from the schedule below:

• TAS-JNB534 Commercial Ship Management
• TAS-JNB620 Maritime Law
• TAS-JNB739 Strategic Management

Award Requirements

Successful completion of 8 subjects as outlined in the recommended study pattern within 1-3 years, from the time of first enrollment