Postgraduate Courses
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Master of Science

Testamur Title of Degree:

Master of Science

Abbreviation:

MSc

UOW Course Code:

1432

1436

CRICOS Code:

042635F

Double Specialisation - 080830K

Study Area / Disciplines / My University Key Words:

Business, Logistics, Purchasing, Warehousing, Distribution, Supply Chain Management, SCM, Project Management

Total Credit Points:

72 credit points - single major
96 credit points - double major

Duration:

1 year full-time (three trimesters) or part-time equivalent

1.33 full-time (four trimesters) or part-time equivalent for major in Logistics and Project Management

Home Faculty:

Faculty of Business

Starting Session(s):

Trimester 1, 2, 3

Delivery Mode:

On Campus (Face-to-Face)

Delivery Mode:

Wollongong, Sydney

Additional Information:

Logistics: Course Finder

Project Management: Course Finder

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Logistics 

This course is designed to provide professionals working in logistics and operations management, particularly in the manufacturing, transport, retail and service industries, with the skills to manage the flow of materials and information within and between organisations and their business environment. Students will learn how to implement a supply chain strategy within an organisation and develop skills in forecasting, production and service planning.

The Master of Science (Logistics) is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport and the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply.

Project Management

Efficient project management provides organisations with improved ability to plan, implement and control their business activities.  The growth of new forms of technology in project management has prompted organisations to look for skilled project managers who can enhance the performance of their businesses.  The Master of Science (Project Management) equips students with comprehensive project management skills and teaches strategies for dealing with a broad range of issues encountered within business organisations.

Course Learning Outcomes

On completion of this course students will be able to:
1. Demonstrate competence and autonomy in applying and evaluating theory and practice in the field of management science
2. Critically assess and propose solutions to management science problems
3. Apply interdisciplinary knowledge to make and justify independent decisions in complex environments
4. Communicate effectively in cross-functional, cross-organisational and cross-cultural teams using appropriate tools and techniques
5. Conduct an independent research project on a management sciences topic, demonstrating professional judgement in explaining and communicating their research findings.

Entry Requirements

Academic requirements, English requirements and credit transfer information are available from the following Course Finder sites:
Logistics: Course Finder
Project Management: Course Finder

Course structure

Candidates are required to complete a total of eight (8) core subjects (48 credit points) along with the subjects listed for their selected major.

Core Subjects

Credit Points

TBS801

Financial Management

6

TBS803

Organisational Behaviour and Management

6

TBS804

Principles of Marketing Management

6

TBS808

Operations and Supply Chain Management

6

TBS908

Supply Chain Management

6

TBS922

Management Project

6

TBS935

Project Management

6

TBS950

Quality in Management

6

PLEASE NOTE:

Subject and session offerings may change prior to the commencement of session. Students are advised to check the latest information available on the Subject Database.
A summary of subject session offerings is available here.

Majors

Information on the Logistics and Project Management double major is available through the major pages above.

Credit Arrangements

Upon successful completion of the Master of Science (Logistics), students may apply to enrol in another of the School's Masters programs and apply for credit for previous postgraduate studies. Those graduates who meet the Master of Business Administration (MBA) entry requirements may apply to enrol in the MBA program, and may be eligible for up to 4 subjects (24 credit points) credit. Those with a major in Logistics may receive credit for TBS900, TBS922 and an elective subject. Those with a major in Project Management may receive credit for TBS900, TBS903, TBS922 and an elective subject.

PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION/ACCREDITATION

The Master of Science enables graduates to meet the educational requirements for the membership of relevant professional associations. for further information, visit Professional Accreditation and Recognition.

Other Information

Further information is available at:
UOW Course Finder (Logistics)
UOW Course Finder (Project Management)
Email: sbs@uow.edu.au

Last reviewed: 29 August, 2018