University of Melbourne
Graduate Certificate in Supply Chain and Operations Management
- Delivery: Face to Face
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 12 months
- Course Type: Graduate Certificate
Students will be offered ample opportunities to learn the best supply chain and operations practices in a broad range of industries.
Course overview
The Graduate Certificate in Supply Chain and Operations Management is a specialist program designed to equip students with deeper knowledge and training in the field of supply chain and operations management. The subjects in this course adopt a practice-based approach with a focus on the application of supply chain and operations management theories, frameworks, and tools in the daily operation of a supply chain.
Another feature of this course is its focus on the latest developments and best practices of contemporary topics, including sustainable supply chain and operations management, supply chain risk management, and emerging supply chain technologies such as blockchain, the Internet of Things, and artificial intelligence.
Key facts
July, 2026
What you will study
The course requires completion of 50 credit points of study, comprising four subjects:
Compulsory subjects
- Supply Chain Management
- Project Management
- Operations and Process Management
- Global Value Chains
Entry requirements
Academic requirements
To be considered for entry into this course, you must:
- Have completed an undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in any discipline.
English language requirements
All applicants to the University of Melbourne must satisfy the English language requirements. This may be achieved in a number of ways, including recognised previous study taught and assessed entirely in English or an approved English language test.
If you are from a non-English speaking background, the required standard of English for this degree is one of the following English proficiency test scores:
- IELTS (Academic) – 7.0 overall, with no band less than 6.5.
- TOEFL IBT – minimum score of 94, with writing 24; speaking 20; reading 19; listening 20.
- PTE – English Academic PTE with a minimum score of 72, written communicative skill of 65 and no other communicative skill below 64.
- Cambridge – minimum score of 176, with no skill less than 169.
Recognition of Prior Learning
Prior studies may be credited towards your degree and potentially reduce the duration of your course. This is known as Advanced Standing (also known as credit or recognition of prior learning). Contact the university for more details.
Outcomes
Learning outcomes
Distinguishing features of this course are the combination of conceptual frameworks with practical best practices and real-world case studies, that collectively prepare graduates for careers as supply chain or operations managers.
Graduates develop an advanced knowledge of all aspects of supply chain and operations management, including procurement and supply management, transformation operations, inventory management, supply chain network design, project management, sustainability, and the management of information in these areas.
Fees and FEE-HELP
Indicative first-year and total course fee in 2026: $18,992 (domestic full-fee paying place)
Unless otherwise noted, the indicative total course fee shown above assumes a study load of 1 EFTSL (equivalent full-time student load) commencing semester one of the listed year, except for courses with a duration of less than 1 EFTSL.
Fees are subject to annual review by the University, with any new rates effective from the beginning of each calendar year.
A student’s fee may vary depending on:
- The number of subjects studied per term.
- The choice of major or specialisation.
- Choice of subjects.
- Credit from previous study or work experience.
- Eligibility for government-funded loans.
You may also need to pay the student services and amenities fee.
FEE-HELP loans are available to assist eligible full-fee paying domestic students.