Program Overview

Graduate Diploma in Supply Chain Logistics

Overview

Acquire the ability to make sound strategic decisions and solve problems in supply chain logistics. Throughout this programme, core competencies of project management, operations management, resource integration, and supply chain logistics are combined to identify and address present-day supply chain issues.

What Will I Study

• Quantitative techniques will lay the foundation for sound decision-making and problem-solving to address operational issues.
• Qualitative content will explore the best methods for planning, organising, and strategy formulation from the managerial perspective.
• Electives in B2B sales and marketing or health and safety leadership will enable you to expand your capabilities to lead and support supply chain logistics.
• A practical industry project for a local business or organisation, in which you'll address business issues or advance business opportunities.

Pathway

• You can complement this qualification with further graduate study, such as the Graduate Diploma in Sales and Marketing.

Details

Fees for 2025

• Domestic Fee: $7,630 - $8,540 per year
• International Fee: $26,000 per year
• Indicative Student Services Fee: $370.50 per year
• Valid To: December 31, 2025

Academic Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in any field excluding Supply Chain Logistics.

Alternative Requirements

• If you show that you have equivalent skills for tertiary study gained through study, work, and/or life experience, you may be able to gain alternative entry.

English Requirements

• If English is not your first language, we want to make sure that you will be successful in your chosen programme of study.
  • Please provide a result from a test or qualification on the acceptable alternatives.
  • If you are a New Zealand Citizen or Permanent Resident, complete an Admission and Enrolment form and Ara will contact you regarding a free assessment.
  • If you are not a New Zealand Citizen or Permanent resident, book an IELTS or other test through the Ara Examination Centre or in your home country.
  • IELTS scores used must be taken from a single IELTS Test Report Form and are valid for two years from the date of the test.
• Overall IELTS 6.0 Academic
  • 5.5 Listening
  • 5.5 Reading
  • 5.5 Writing
  • 5.5 Speaking

Funding Assistance

• If you face unexpected financial hardship during your studies, we have several funds that you can apply for.

Core Courses

• Operations Management
• Project Management
• Industry Project
• Preparation for Work Placement
• Resource Integration Management
• Contemporary Issues in Supply Chain and Logistics

Elective Courses

• Business-to-Business Sales and Marketing
• Health, Safety and Wellbeing Leadership

Career Opportunities

• Roles in supply chain and logistics span all levels and areas, including procurement, production, and distribution.
• Upon successful completion of this programme, you'll have the analytical, planning, and decision-making skills to work in industries such as aviation, construction, manufacturing, and retail.

Study Pathways

• You can complement this qualification with further graduate study, such as the Graduate Diploma in Sales and Marketing.

Recommended School Subjects

• English
• Mathematics
• Computing/ICT
• Economics

Programme Information

• Type: Graduate Certificate / Diploma
• Code: CH4050
• May be available for Study Visa: Yes
• International application close date: Please Enquire
• Credits: 120
• Level: 7
• Additional Equipment/Fees: Advised on enrolment
• May be eligible for Studylink: Yes
• May be eligible for Fees Free: Yes
• Reference: CH4050-STRU

COVID-19 Vaccination Information

• Placements or workplace assignments are an integral part of this programme.
• You don’t need to supply evidence of your Covid vaccination status to apply for or to study this programme but please be aware that some workplaces may require evidence from you that you are fully vaccinated for Covid before allowing you to complete work at their organisation.

Credit Recognition

• If you have prior relevant experience or previous related study credits, you may be eligible for credit recognition towards this qualification.