- Master of Supply Chain Management

Program Overview

Victoria University's Master of Supply Chain Management equips professionals with comprehensive knowledge and practical experience in global supply chain strategies. Through internships and industry visits, graduates gain real-world expertise in procurement, operations management, and green logistics, preparing them for leadership roles in domestic and international organizations.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

• Overview:
The Master of Supply Chain Management from Victoria University provides a comprehensive approach to industry practices, focusing on strategies that underpin the global supply chain. Designed for professionals in the field, it develops real-world experience through internships and industry visits.
• Objectives:
• Enhance skills and approaches to supply chain management.
• Prepare graduates for roles in international and domestic organizations in SAP-ERP inventory-related fields or broader functional roles.
• Equip graduates with expertise in complex supply-chain models, concepts, and strategies, specializing in global procurement and operations management, green logistics, and supply chain strategies in a global context.

Outline:

• Program Content:
The program covers a wide range of topics related to supply chain management, including:
• Global supply chain structure
• Global procurement
• Supply chain and logistics management
• Green logistics
• Operations management
• Strategic management and business policy
• Planning and control through ERP systems
• Structure:
Students complete 192 credit points consisting of:
• 48 credit points of business core units
• 96 credit points of professional core units
• 12 credit points of Business Ethics and Sustainability (BMO5501)
• 12 credit points of Applied Business Project (Capstone) (BMO7006)
• 24 credit points of elective units
• Course Schedule and Modules:
• The program is delivered in an eight-week block model, with students studying two units at a time.
• The course structure and module descriptions can be found in the PDF provided in the "Course Structure" section of the webpage.

Assessment:

• Assessment Methods:
The program uses a variety of assessment methods to evaluate student learning, including:
• Assignments
• Projects
• Presentations
• Examinations
• Assessment Criteria:
The assessment criteria focus on the student's ability to:
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of supply chain concepts and theories.
• Apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills to real-world supply chain challenges.
• Communicate effectively in written and oral form.
• Work independently and as part of a team.

Teaching:

• Teaching Methods:
The program utilizes a variety of teaching methods, including:
• Lectures
• Tutorials
• Case studies
• Simulations
• Guest lectures from industry experts
• Faculty:
The program is taught by a team of experienced academics and industry professionals who are experts in their respective fields.
• Unique Approaches:
The program incorporates practical industry experience through internships and industry visits, ensuring graduates are equipped with the skills and knowledge that employers value.

Careers:

• Potential Career Paths:
Graduates of the program are prepared for a variety of roles in supply chain and logistics, including:
• Supply chain management
• Logistics coordination
• Global procurement
• Sourcing/distribution management
• Transport coordination
• Warehouse supervision
• Import/export and customs management