Master of Science (Logistics)
Course Description
This course is designed to provide managers with knowledge
and expertise in logistics operations management theory and
practice, particularly for managers within the manufacturing,
transport, services and retailing industries.
This course will provide managers with the tools to effectively
implement supply chain management, enhancing the competitive
success and profitability of their organisation. Professionals
and managers working within the logistics and operations management
area will acquire the skills required to manage the flow of
materials and information within and between organisations.
The Master of Science (Logistics) may be completed over
12 months of full-time study or 24 months of part-time study
and is delivered over four ten week intakes.
Course Requirements
Candidates are required to complete a total of eight subejcts
(48cps) according to the sequence of study listed below. There
are six complsory subjects to be completed along with two
elective subjects that are to be selected from the list below.
| Compulsory subjects |
| TBS901 |
Accounting for Managers |
| TBS908 |
Supply Chain Management |
| TBS912 |
Quantitative Methods
for Decision Making |
| TBS918# |
Strategic Supply
Chain Management |
| TBS928 |
Transport Logistics Management |
| TBS930 |
Operations Management |
| #TBS908 is a prerequisite for TBS918 |
| Select 2 of the following subjects: |
| Electives Subjects |
| TBS925# |
Inventory Management |
| TBS926 |
Manufacturing Management |
| TBS932 |
Service Operations Management |
| TBS933 |
Procurement Management |
| TBS950 |
Quality in Management |
| #TBS930 is a prerequisite for
TBS925 |
Entry Requirements
Applicants must have a Bachelor Degree or equivalent with
an average mark of at least 60%. Applicants with a Bachelor
degree average mark between 50% and 59% with two years relevant
work experience may also be accepted. Those candidates who
do not meet the entry requirements should contact the course
co-ordinator to discuss options for alternative entry.
Applicants must meet the University's English language requirements
(refer to the University's website at http://www.uow.edu.au/prospective/international/english/index.html
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 MSc program.
These applicants will be required to complete a further
six subjects at 900 level, according to the approved schedule
of study.
Applicants should consult the MSc
Program Coordinator for further information.
Articulation into the Master of Business Administration
Candidates who have successfully completed the MSc 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 Coordinator for further information.
* The Master of Science (Logistics) is accredited by the
Institute of Logistics and Transport in the United Kingdom.
Last Updated:
October 29, 2007
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