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In response to COVID-19, the University of Sydney has reviewed the availability of courses to be delivered remotely for students commencing their studies in Semester 1, 2021.
This course will be available to study remotely for students commencing in Semester 1, 2021. Please note that some units of study that are not essential to completing the degree may not be available to be studied remotely.
Note: The University intends to offer as many units of study as possible in a remote as well as face-to-face learning method of delivery in Semester 1, 2021 and subject to ongoing border closures and public health orders impacting attendance on campus, in Semester 2, 2021. However, some units of study and courses require students to study in-person at the relevant University of Sydney campus/es and host locations for placements and will not be available remotely.
About this course
Join one of the world’s fastest growing areas of business with our refreshed Master of Logistics and Supply Chain Management.
Logistics and supply chain management are rapidly changing, global industries. With a strong focus on resilience, analytics, sustainability, ethics and responsible management, our future-focused postgraduate program will equip you with the relevant skills for a successful and rewarding career in this fast-growing sector.
Taught by the University’s Institute of Transport and Logistics Studies, recognised by the Australian Government as a key centre of excellence in research and education, you will benefit from the centre’s strong links with industry, and learn to apply the concepts, techniques and principles at the heart of logistics and supply chain management.
Our graduates are in high demand across many industries, including procurement, manufacturing, shipping, airlines, freight, import/export and retail.
Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP) are available for this course for eligible domestic students. This means that your course fees are subsidised by the Australian Government and you pay a student contribution amount (SCA). CSPs are limited in number and are allocated based on academic merit.
For academic requirements check the ‘Admission requirements’ section on this page.
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Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP) are available for this course for eligible domestic students. This means that your course fees are subsidised by the Australian Government and you pay a student contribution amount (SCA). CSPs are limited in number and are allocated based on academic merit.
Semester 1: 11 February of the commencing year
Semester 2: 15 July of the commencing year
We strongly encourage applicants to apply as early as possible, offers are made on a rolling basis and places are limited. Separate scholarship deadlines apply, check the scholarships website for details.
Semester 1 (March) and Semester 2 (August)
Apply online or for more information visit our how to apply page.
Semester 1: 31 January of the commencing year
Semester 2: 30 June of the commencing year
We strongly encourage international applicants to apply as early as possible to allow time for visa and travel arrangements. Separate scholarship deadlines may apply, check the scholarships website for details.
Semester 1 (March) and Semester 2 (August)
The Master of Logistics and Supply Chain Management requires the completion of 60 credit points comprising:
To be considered for admission to the Master of Logistics and Supply Chain Management, an applicant is required to have:
In exceptional circumstances the Business School may admit applicants without these qualifications who, in the opinion of the Business School, have qualifications and evidence of experience and achievement sufficient to successfully undertake the award.
Any grade requirements listed are based on the University of Sydney guide to grades.
For more information about the University’s credit policy, please see the Credit for Previous Studies page.
For candidates for the Master of Logistics and Supply Chain Management, a reduction in the volume of learning of up to 12 credit points may be awarded if they hold both a cognate degree and have relevant professional work experience of at least two years in duration.
The program is taught by some of Australia’s, and the world’s, leading academics in logistics and supply chain management. The lecturers that teach in this program have the expertise and real-world experience necessary to deliver a high-quality learning experience. The international visiting academics (from countries such as Canada, Chile, Germany, the UK and the USA) who teach in the program bring a global flavour and guest lecturers from industry make the connection from the classroom to the workplace.
The University of Sydney Business School is a world-class business school at the forefront of global business and management education. Relevant and focused on today's business world, we are the only Australian business school to hold the coveted triple crown accreditation from AACSB, AMBA and EQUIS, in addition to achieving membership to CEMS - the Global Alliance in Management Education.
Logistics and supply chain management graduates are in high demand in throughout the world. Logistics and supply chain specialists are found in the private and public sectors in distribution, manufacturing, policy and planning. Companies in every type of industry are seeking people at all levels with the vision and drive to deliver continuous improvement in their supply chains.
Examples of the rewarding career opportunities available within this diverse field include:
A postgraduate degree can open doors to further study, whether you are interested in pursuing a research degree, or expanding your postgraduate qualifications and skillset by embarking on a management, MBA or specialised business master's degree.
The Business School offers two research degrees, the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) and the Master of Philosophy (MPhil), which may be studied full-time or part-time. Embarking on a PhD or master's degree by research is an opportunity to join a community of recognised leaders in scholarship and make a significant contribution to your area of study. We are home to many leading researchers and attract generous funding in support of our research projects, and the University of Sydney is consistently ranked among the best research universities in the world.
If you are interested in pursuing further postgraduate study, our postgraduate coursework business degrees cater to students from any background and career stage, with pre- and post-experience options available, to help you achieve the future you’ve imagined. Combine your interests and develop specialised skills to be well positioned in an increasingly competitive business environment.
Senior Associate, Management Consulting, PwC South East Asia Consulting
| 2017 | Graduated with a Bachelor of Commerce, majoring in Accounting and Human Resource Management & Industrial Relations from the University of Sydney |
| 2018 | Started working as Associate, Management Consulting at PwC Australia |
| 2018 | Commenced a Master of Logistics and Supply Chain Management at the University of Sydney |
| 2019 | Awarded Supply Chain & Logistics Association of Australia award for the highest academic achievement, GS1 Australia award for highest academic effort in Contemporary Procurement and in Operations Management |
| 2019 | Graduated with a Master of Logistics and Supply Chain Management from the University of Sydney |
| 2020 | Promoted to Senior Associate, Management Consulting at PwC Australia |
| 2020 | Currently Senior Associate, Management Consulting at PwC South East Asia Consulting |
Embedded courses
Kerry Zhuang
Master of Commerce (specialising in Logistics and Supply Chain Management) | Procurement Manager, SPOS Group
“My course has given me a solid grounding in supply chain management theory, strategy and practice, backed with technical skills. The enthusiasm among the teaching staff is infectious, and industry professionals were regular guest lecturers, enabling me to connect my studies to the real world. As a result, I graduated industry-ready and secured a permanent job before I completed my studies.”
