Swinburne University of Technology - Melbourne Australia
Future Students - Courses
Course Description:
The Graduate Certificate of Business Management (Supply Chain Management) enables students to develop advanced skills and knowledge in the development, implementation and maintenance of supply chain systems using world-proven supply chain management principles and practices. Students will enhance their self development and learn a broad range of skills and knowledge in the management and supply chain disciplines that will enable them to further their career in this exciting management function. This is a postgraduate program accredited by Swinburne’s Faculty of Higher Education, Lilydale and delivered by Swinburne's TAFE School of Business. Graduates achieving a credit average, or above may be eligible for entry to the Master of Business Management .
Aims & Objectives:
This program aims to provide participants with the complex principles and practices, knowledge and attitudes that will enable them to perform the duties of managing and guiding industry and organisations in supply chain management.
Course Structure:
The Graduate Certificate consists of four units of study (subjects). All four units must be satisfactorily completed to attain the Graduate Certificate award. Each unit involves 36 hours of class time, usually studied for 3 hours on one night per week for one semester, or as fortnightly Saturday workshops, or in block mode. The Graduate Certificate is available part-time with all classes scheduled outside of normal working hours. Graduate Certificates may also be studied full-time depending on demand. Note that international students must study full-time. This Graduate Certificate is also available online. The Graduate Certificate can be undertaken as the first stage of the Graduate Diploma of Business Management, which involves a further four units of study, or the Master of Business Management , which involves a further eight units of study.
Units of Study:
MBM500 Managing in a Complex WorldMBM514 Supply chain management MBM515 Logistics management One elective unitPossible elective units: MBM501 Sustainable marketing practicesMBM502 Human resource managementMBM503 Global trading issues MBM504 Small business management MBM505 Organisational leadership - (not currently available)MBM506 Managing diversity - (not currently available)MBM507 Organisational functions and dynamicsMBM508 Communications managementMBM509 Project management frameworksMBM512 Process improvement models MBM513 Resource management and quality outcomes MBM519 Public relations theory and approachesMBM520 Public relations practice MBM521 Retail management framework MBM522 Retail marketing and operations management MBM523 Economics for business MBM525 Accounting and financial decision making Note: Not all of these units will be offered every semester. You must consider timetable conflicts when selecting electives.
Career Opportunities:
Most graduates will already be established in business careers, so through successful completion of their Graduate Certificate can expect better current job performance, promotion, and new opportunities in a broader business and international business environment. Graduates will be equipped to pursue careers in purchasing, supply, logistics, distribution and warehousing.
Graduate Attributes:
It is the intent of Swinburne that all its graduates: Are capable in their chosen professional, vocational or study areas;Are entrepreneurial in contributing to innovation and development within their business, workplace or community;Operate effectively and ethically in work and community situations;Are adaptable and manage change; andAre aware of local and international environments in which they will be contributing (e.g. socio-cultural, economic, natural)
Entry Requirements:
Entry into the Graduate Certificate will be available to applicants with an approved undergraduate degree or advanced diploma from a recognised tertiary institution or approved equivalent, together with relevant industry experience, preferably at least 12 months. Applicants without a degree are required to have significant relevant business experience, normally at least four years.
Credit Transfer:
Applicants with prior tertiary studies that satisfy part of the academic requirements of this program may be granted ‘credit’ and/or entry into the program with ‘advanced standing’. University policies apply and applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis. For further information refer to ‘Swinburne Pathways: Credit Transfer Guide’ at: www.future.swinburne.edu.au/pathways
Pathways (articulation):
Graduates achieving a credit average, or above, are eligible for entry into the Graduate Diploma (stage 2) and Master (stage 3) of Business Management.
Recognition of Prior Learning:
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a process where a student may be granted credit or partial credit towards a qualification in recognition of skills and knowledge gained through work experience, life experience and/or formal training. Further details for students considering higher education courses: www.future.swinburne.edu.au/pathways/rpl/index.html
Course Fees:
The total tuition fee is dependent upon the combination of units of study selected by the student. Fees are reviewed each year.For information about Swinburne's fees visit: www.swinburne.edu.au/fees
Application Procedure:
Application forms can be downloaded from the website at: www.swinburne.edu.au/hed/postgrad/apply
Further information:
Web: Enquire onlineTel: 1300 ASK SWIN (1300 275 794)Email: postgrad@swinburne.edu.au www.swinburne.edu.au/postgrad/professional-skills
