Masters (Coursework)
Experienced logistics and supply chain professionals are critical for business success - especially as organisations look to craft more resilient supply chains that can survive global shocks. These professionals are leading innovation in e-commerce, automation, advanced manufacturing and data analytics. Want to join them? Build the skills to step into these in-demand roles and transform the world of business logistics.
Turn your ambition into a career in a high-demand field with La Trobe's Master of Logistics and Supply Chain Management. You'll build the highly specialised skillset and experience needed to break into this growth industry.
We've designed this degree to give you a deep understanding of logistics best practice. You'll develop a strong foundation in analytics and project management and get a complete picture of end-to-end supply chains.
You'll also learn how to adapt to changes in the market with advanced business and predictive analytics skills. Think visualising supply chain performance, then reducing risks by optimising areas like procurement, distribution networks or inventory management. You won't just understand the strategies used by leading organisations - you'll have the insights to build your own.
Build the highly transferable skills in business and leadership that will grow your career. Complete projects that prepare you for real-life business challenges. Study using industry-standard software so you're ready to step into your next role.
You'll graduate with the experience to show employers your mastery of the field, including the opportunity to undertake either a work placement or a minor thesis in your final year.
We've also structured this Master's degree to offer you early exit options. Once you've completed the right subjects, you could graduate with a Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma - as well as skills that make you an asset to any business.
You'll learn:
The qualification awarded on graduation is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) as Level 9 - Masters Degree.
Please note, the following course structure is indicative and subject to change depending on your course location, offer year or how you tailor your course with specialisations, majors, minors and electives. Structures for the following year are not normally finalised until October, so the sample provided is based on the most recently approved structure. For more information, please refer to the La Trobe University Handbook.
To qualify for the award of Master of Logistics and Supply Chain Management, students must complete a total of 240 credit points across 2 years.
Year 1 requires the completion of 120 credit points including:
Year 2 requires the completion of 120 credit points including:
Core subjects are required subjects in your course. You need to complete these subjects to attain your degree.
Subject name Subject code Year Credit points ACADEMIC INTEGRITY MODULE LTU0AIM 1 0 ANALYTICS FOR SUPPLY CHAIN AND LOGISTICS MGT4002 1 15 FOUNDATION OF LOGISTICS AND SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT MGT4001 1 15 INTERNATIONAL LOGISTICS MGT5004 1 15 MANAGEMENT OF SERVICE SUPPLY CHAIN AND OPERATIONS MGT4003 1 15 MANAGING INNOVATION IN ORGANIZATIONS MGT5MIO 1 15 PREDICTIVE ANALYTICS BUS5PA 1 15 PRINCIPLES OF BUSINESS ANALYTICS BUS5PB 1 15 STRATEGIC PROCUREMENT IN SUPPLY CHAINS MGT4004 1 15 BUSINESS RESEARCH METHODS MGT5BRM 2 15 PROJECT MANAGEMENT MGT5PMT 2 15 PROJECT MANAGEMENT IN PRACTICE MGT5PIP 2 15 STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT MGT5STR 2 15
A range of standalone elective subjects is available in this course. Some electives are recommended for your course, but you may also be able to choose from a range of University-wide electives or electives from other interest areas or disciplines. Note these electives may have their own prerequisites and other requirements. Please refer to the La Trobe University Handbook for the subjects available.
Core choice subjects are one or more subject groups you need to select in your course. Core choice subjects may be specific to your course, major, minor, specialisation or other learning requirements.
Subject name Subject code Year Credit points BUSINESS WORK PLACEMENT BUS5WIL 2 15 MASTERS BUSINESS RESEARCH THESIS 2 BUA5002 2 15
Capstone subjects are required subjects in your course or major that help you integrate and apply the knowledge and skills you gain to solve real world problems. Capstone subjects are often taken towards the end of your course.
Subject name Subject code Year Credit points EMERGING TRENDS IN LOGISTICS AND SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT MGT5ELS 2 15The Handbook contains detailed course information designed for enrolled students, including course structures, electives and options. The delivery of this course can vary between campuses.
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Management professionals with specialised skills in supply chain and logistics can find employment in a variety of industries, including logistics and transportation, government, service, production and manufacturing, and non-for-profit organisations. Possible roles could include: