Graduate Certificate in Strategic Supply Chain Operations

Duration0.5 years full-time, 1 year part-time
Location
Online
Next start termTerm 1, 2025
Study modeOnline
Course codeCM75
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Overview

Unlock cutting-edge expertise in supply chain, logistics, and procurement management with CQU’s Graduate Certificate in Strategic Supply Chain Operations, designed to address industry needs and drive economic efficiency.

In today's dynamic business environment, effective logistics, supply chain, and procurement management are crucial for achieving success and maintaining a competitive edge. Recognising the growing demand for skilled professionals in these fields, our specialised course provides contemporary knowledge tailored to Australia's evolving market needs.

You'll explore emerging business trends, innovative technologies, and industry-specific challenges and solutions. You'll study two units that equip you with essential skills to thrive in a competitive landscape.

Throughout the course, you will delve into emerging business trends, innovative technologies, and industry-specific challenges, preparing you to make informed decisions and drive meaningful outcomes within your organisation.

Study experience

Career Opportunities

This postgraduate strategic supply chain operations course expands and develops your skills and knowledge and is ideal if you:

  • would like to deepen your understanding of strategic supply chain operations, innovations in this field and effective and sustainable strategies and practices.
  • are seeking practical skills and knowledge to enhance efficiency and reduce costs in the supply chains you're involved with.
  • want to advance your career into leadership positions focusing on innovation and strategic value creation.
  • are a supply chain professional seeking professional development to upskill and stay updated with the latest trends. 

Structure & Availability

The course structure and available locations can change depending on when you want to study. You can choose the intake that best suits you in the drop-down menu below.

Available locations

Your course

You must complete two units (24 credits):

  1. 1
    The core structure (2 units)

Unit details

The units you'll study are listed below. Click on a unit to learn more.

Additional information

If you have completed prior study relevant to units within this course, you may be eligible for credit for your past studies. Learn more about credit and recognition of prior learning.

Requirements

To be eligible

For your application to be considered, you must meet the following entry requirements. 

Fees & Scholarships

Indicative first-year fee

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The Indicative First-Year Fee for a Full Fee Paying (FFP) Place is the approximate cost of enrolling in this course for one full-time academic year (this is usually eight units studied over two terms) and should be used as a guide only. Your actual fees may vary depending on the units you study and your study load. Check the cost-per-unit spreadsheet available on our fees webpage for the approved unit fees. Fees are reviewed each year and are subject to change. Understanding your fees.

You may be eligible for FEE-HELP, an Australian Government loan scheme that helps eligible students pay their tuition fees. Provided you meet the FEE-HELP eligibility criteria, you can choose to use FEE-HELP to cover all or part of your tuition fees. 

Learn more about paying for university or view the FEE-HELP information booklet on the Australian Government’s Study Assist website.

Part of your course costs will include Student Services and Amenities Fees (SSAF). SSAF is charged in addition to your student contribution or tuition fees and is used to help enhance your study experience. There may also be other costs as part of your studies, such as textbooks, technology expenses, travel expenses, professional certifications, uniforms, or vaccinations. Explore other study costs.

We believe a quality education can be for everyone – regardless of background, location, or life circumstances. That's why we offer a variety of scholarships and bursaries that can give you a helping hand with a range of expenses and enhance your employability.

Explore scholarships.

How to apply

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