Master of Science (Logistics)
Course Description
This course provides senior managers with knowledge of logistics
and operations management theory and practice. It is an extension
of existing operations management teaching and research and has
been specifically designed to provide an approved program of study
for managers within the manufacturing, transport, service and retailing
industries.
The Master of Science (Logistics) may be completed over 12 months
of full-time study or 24 months of part-time study and is offered
on a modular basis.
Candidates are required to complete 4 compulsory and 4 elective
subjects (48 credit points) at 900 level according to the sequence
of study listed below:
| Compulsory subjects |
| TBS901 |
Accounting for Managers |
| TBS908 |
Supply Chain Management |
| TBS928 |
Transport Logistics Management |
| TBS930 |
Operations Management |
| Select 2 of the following subjects: |
| Electives A |
| TBS925 |
Inventory Management |
| TBS926 |
Manufacturing Management |
| TBS932 |
Service Operations Management |
| TBS933 |
Procurement Management |
| Plus 2 of the following subjects: |
| Electives B |
| BUSS907 |
Fundamentals of E-Business |
| BUSS926 |
Decision Support Systems |
| MGMT940 |
Innovation and Entrepreneurship |
| MGMT941 |
Small Business Management |
| TBS902 |
Statistics for Decision Making |
| TBS906 |
Information Systems for Managers |
| TBS929 |
Management of Process Innovation |
Or remaining subjects from Electives A or any other two 900-level
subjects as approved.
The degree will be awarded at either Pass or Distinction level.
For award at Distinction level, a student must satisfactorily pass
all subjects at the first attempt and maintain a grade average across
all subjects of 75% or higher.
Entry Requirements
Candidates must have a Bachelor degree from a recognised tertiary
institution. In special circumstances, applicants holding other
qualifications and with a minimum of four years full-time, or eight
years part-time relevant work experience may be granted admission
to the program by the Program Co-ordinator.
Applicants must meet the University's English language requirements
(refer to the University's website at http://www.uow.edu.au/discover/international/
for details).
Articulation from the Master of Business Administration
Candidates who have successfully completed the Master of Business
Administration, and who fully satisfy the entry criteria for the
Master of Science (Logistics), may apply to enrol in the MSci program.
MBA candidates who progress to the MSci will be required to successfully
complete a further six subjects at 900 level, according to the approved
schedule of study.
Applicants should consult the MSc Program Co-ordinator, Mr Peter
Childs, ph. 42 21 4682 or email peter_childs@uow.edu.au.
Articulation into the Master of Business Administration
Candidates who have successfully completed the MSci may apply to
enrol in the Master of Business Administration. Candidates will
be required to complete seven subjects according to the approved
schedule of study.
Applicants should consult the MBA Program Co-ordinator, Dr Mark
Rix, ph. 42 21 4740 or email mark_rix@uow.edu.au.
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