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The COVID-19 pandemic was a wake-up call, exposing the fragility and inefficiency of supply chain and logistical systems. Supply chain professionals have proven what influential roles they play in the survival and success of businesses. To gain a competitive edge, businesses are sure to invest into transforming their logistics and supply chain systems - opening up a range of career opportunities in different industries.

La Trobe's Master of Management (Supply Chain and Logistics) gives you the career-ready expertise to create and maintain supply chain and logistics efficiency. You'll also enhance your business and management skills through foundation subjects and industry-relevant elective options, including a Work Integrated Learning (WIL) placement elective in your second year.

You'll gain a complete picture of the end-to-end supply chains that deliver the flow of goods and services from their point of origin to their final delivery to the consumer. Learn how visualisation and optimization techniques enables supply chain leaders to mitigate risks and enhance their supply chain performance. Then graduate with the hands-on skills and experience to become a successful supply chain and logistics manager in the evolving global business economy.

You'll learn:

Supply chain and logistics principles

Learn about the fundamental logistics and supply chain management concepts in a range of business and project contexts.

Data analytics and quantitative decision-making

Learn how to employ the analytical methods and visualization and optimization techniques to effectively analyse supply chain data, extract actionable knowledge and make decisions.

Service operations management

Acquire a set of distinctive skills to effectively design and manage service operations and supply chains in a variety of service industry sectors.

Emerging trends and innovations

Explore the latest technological advancements and emerging trends in logistics and supply chain management.

The qualification awarded on graduation is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) as Level 9.

CAREER OUTCOMES

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:

Supply, demand and distribution planner

Ensure businesses receive the materials and supplies they need. Plan, monitor and improve the performance of supply chains.

Transport, warehouse, logistics and supply chain manager

Use your knowledge of supply chains to manage the storage, material handling, transportation and distribution of goods.

Procurement, supply chain and logistics analyst

Employ your analytical skills and theoretical knowledge to analyse complex supply chain and logistics problems.

International trade import or export coordinator

Help businesses and government bodies with the shipping and receiving of products.