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Master of Logistics Management

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The Sydney Master of Logistics program focuses on management and operations and teaches specialist skills in applying the concepts, techniques and principles that underlie logistics and supply chain management; the relationships between business processes within and between organisations; using systems approaches to solve business problems; and managing the effects of current and future trends in logistics management on business processes.

Logistics graduates are in high demand in private and public sectors throughout the world. Examples of the rewarding career opportunities available within this diverse field include director of distribution, export manager, operations manager, procurement manager, shipping coordinator and freight manager.

Units of study

Unit of study information for the Master of Logistics Management

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Further course information

Study plan

The Master of Logistics Management requires the completion of 60 credit points comprising two components:
(i) core units of study and
(ii) elective units of study.

Completion of the four core units, TPTM5001 Logistics and Supply Chain Management (foundation unit), TPTM6115 Organisational Logistics, TPTM6495 Analysis Tools for Transport and Logistics, and TPTM6170 Value Chain Management (capstone unit), is a requirement of this degree.

Completion of six electives is a requirement for the Master of Logistics Management. Electives are selected from a wide range of specialist logistics and supply chain units of study.

Progression rules

A candidate for the Master of Logistics Management completes the core foundation unit of study (TPTM5001 Logistics and Supply Chain Management) in their first semester of enrolment and the core capstone unit of study (TPTM6170 Value Chain Management) in their final semester of enrolment. It is recommended that the core unit TPTM6495 Analysis Tools for Transport and Logistics is completed in the first semester of study as some elective options require the completion of this unit as a prerequisite. The final core unit, TPTM6115 Organisational Logistics, and the elective units are completed in any order depending on prerequisite/corequisite requirements.

Course outcomes and further study

Graduate opportunities

Logistics specialists are in very high demand in the private and public sectors throughout the world. 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.

Sydney Master of Logistics Management graduates can pursue rewarding careers in diverse fields such as director of distribution, export manager, operations manager, procurement manager, shipping coordinator and freight manager.

Further study

The University of Sydney Business School has an outstanding reputation for the quality of its research across a wide range of academic disciplines. The Master of Logistics Management is an entry pathway to our higher degree by research programs, the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) and Master of Philosophy (MPhil).

The postgraduate research programs offered by the Business School attract a large number of domestic and international students each year. With more than 180 research students currently enrolled, we have one of the largest and most diverse higher degree by research programs in the Asia-Pacific region. Read more information about Sydney research at http://sydney.edu.au/business/research.

How to apply

Domestic students

How to apply

Applications are made directly to the University and assessed by the Business School. On-time applications for the March Semester close on the last working day of November. On-time applications for the July Semester close on the last working day in May.

Please Note. Completed applications submitted after the deadline for each semester may still be considered, subject to course availability and sufficient time to process the application. At the Business School’s discretion, applications submitted too close to the start of a semester will not be considered, and will instead be processed for the following semester.

Admission requirements

A successful applicant for admission to the Master of Logistics Management will hold the equivalent of an Australian bachelor's degree, graduate diploma/certificate from a recognised tertiary institution with a minimum credit (65 per cent) average. Qualifications awarded outside Australia can also be used for admission but equivalencies and entry requirements are determined based on the country, institution and qualification. You can find a guideline of the most common international entry requirements at
http://sydney.edu.au/business/futurestudents/postgraduate_study/pg_coursework_studies

International students

How to apply

Overseas applicants may apply (i) directly to the University, or (ii) through a University overseas representative (education agent).

Please Note. Completed applications submitted after the deadline for each semester may still be considered, subject to course availability and sufficient time to process the application. At the Business School’s discretion, applications submitted too close to the start of a semester will not be considered, and will instead be processed for the following semester.

Admission requirements

A successful applicant for admission to the Master of Logistics Management will hold the equivalent of an Australian bachelor's degree, graduate diploma/certificate from a recognised tertiary institution with a minimum credit (65 per cent) average. Qualifications awarded outside Australia can also be used for admission but equivalencies and entry requirements are determined based on the country, institution and qualification. You can find a guideline of the most common international entry requirements at
http://sydney.edu.au/business/futurestudents/postgraduate_study/pg_coursework_studies

Fee disclaimer

Domestic students

*(1)Indicative Postgraduate Student Contribution Amount

*(1)Indicative Postgraduate Student Contribution Amount not available for Master of Logistics Management.

Annual review

Annual review not available for Master of Logistics Management.

*(2)Postgraduate Domestic Tuition Fee

This 2012 tuition fee for a domestic postgraduate student represents the fee that is payable by you in the calendar year you commence your course, commencing in 2012 for a standard annual full time load of 48 credit points (1.0 EFTSL). If your study load is more or less than the 1.0 EFSTL your fee will differ.

Annual review

Importantly, tuition fees are subject to annual review by the University, and are likely to increase each year of your period of study, effective at the start of each calendar year.

Additional incidental fees

For some courses there are incidental fees additional to the student contribution and/or course fee. Some of those fees are significant, for example, faculty-specific materials, tools, protected clothing and equipment. For further information about these additional incidental fees, please visit the University's Future Student's online webpage at http://sydney.edu.au/future_students

Potential for inaccuracy

Whilst every reasonable effort has been made to include correct and up to date information in this prospectus, you are also advised to consult directly with the Student Centre for domestic students or the International Office for international students so that they can provide you with specific and up to date information about those fees.

The academic requirements that are displayed are applicable to currently available courses only, and are updated annually in October and may be changed without notice. The Faculty Handbook and the University of Sydney Calendar are the official legal source of information relating to study at the University of Sydney, and you are referred to those documents

International students

International tuition fees for postgraduate students

This 2012 tuition fee for international postgraduate students represents the fees that are payable by you in the calendar year you commence your course, commencing in 2012 for a standard annual full time load of 48 credit points (1.0 EFTSL). If your study load is more or less than the 1.0 EFSTL your fee will differ.

Annual review

Importantly, tuition fees are subject to annual review, and are likely to increase each year of your period of study, effective at the start of each calendar year.

Additional incidental fees and health insurance

For some courses there are incidental fees additional to the tuition fees. Some of those fees are significant, for example, faculty-specific materials, tools, protected clothing, and equipment. For further information about these additional incidental fees, please visit the University's Future Student's online webpage at http://sydney.edu.au/future_students/international_postgraduate_coursework or http://sydney.edu.au/future_students/international_postgraduate_research

In addition to the fees indicated here for the course of study, International Students studying on an Australian Student Visa must have appropriate health insurance for the duration of their studies on a Student Visa through an approved provider of the Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) scheme. This is a requirement of the Australian Government, unless otherwise exempted by the Government.

Potential for inaccuracy

Whilst every reasonable effort has been made to include correct and up to date information here, you are also advised to consult directly with the Student Centre for domestic students or the International Office for international students so that they can provide you with specific and up to date information about those fees.