Master of Logistics and Supply Chain Management

What you will study

To be awarded the Master of Logistics and Supply Chain Management, students must complete units of study totalling 60 credit points (CP), comprising:

• 36 CP in core units of study.
• 18 CP in elective units of study.
• A six CP capstone unit of study.

Each unit is valued at six CP.

Entry requirements

Academic requirements

To be considered for admission to the Master of Logistics and Supply Chain Management, an applicant is required to have one of the following:

• A bachelor’s degree with honours or higher qualification in any discipline with a minimum credit average (or equivalent) at an institution approved by the Business School.
• A bachelor's degree in a cognate discipline, as defined by the Business School, with a minimum credit average (or equivalent) at an institution approved by the Business School.
• A bachelor's degree or higher qualification in a non-cognate discipline with a minimum credit average (or equivalent) at an institution approved by the Business School and a minimum of two years of relevant work experience.
• Completion of the qualifications and experience specified in any of the first three criteria with a minimum pass average (or equivalent) and performance in an admissions test approved by the Business School to a standard considered satisfactory by the Business School.
• Completion of the requirements of either the Graduate Certificate or the Graduate Diploma in Logistics and Supply Chain Management from the University of Sydney with a credit average, or equivalent qualification.

In exceptional circumstances, the Business School may admit applicants without these qualifications who, in the opinion of the Business School, have qualifications and evidence of experience and achievement sufficient to successfully undertake the award.

English language requirements

You may need to provide evidence of your English proficiency to study this course.

If English is your first language you may be able to meet the requirements if you have:

• Citizenship or permanent long-term residency (minimum 10 years).
• Completed secondary or higher education (tertiary) studies recognised by the university in an approved English-speaking country.

If English is not your first language you may be able to prove English proficiency with an approved English skills test taken within two years of commencing the course.

• IELTS score: a minimum result of 7.0 overall and a minimum result of 6.0 in each band.
• TOEFL - IBT score: a minimum result of 96 overall including a minimum result of 17 in Reading, Listening and Speaking and 19 in Writing.
• Pearson Test of English: a minimum result of 68 overall and a minimum result of 54 in each band.

The university may also consider factors such as previous studies in English. Contact them for more information.

Recognition of Prior Learning

For candidates for the Master of Logistics and Supply Chain Management, a reduction in the volume of learning of up to 12 CP may be awarded if they hold both a cognate bachelor's degree and have relevant professional work experience of at least two years in duration.

Outcomes

Career outcomes

Logistics and supply chain management graduates are in high demand around the world. Rewarding career opportunities available within this diverse field include:

• Logistics manager
• Supply manager
• Supply chain director/manager
• Export manager
• Operations manager
• Procurement manager
• Shipping coordinator
• Freight manager

Learning outcomes

• Integrate and synthesise understanding of the key logistics and supply chain management concepts, techniques and trends and apply this knowledge in diverse contexts.
• Apply a range of quantitative and qualitative research skills to identify and diagnose complex logistics and supply chain management problems and assess and respond creatively to identify solutions to these problems.
• Use a range of effective communications strategies to reach agreement with others about appropriate responses to complex and unfamiliar problems within logistics and supply chain management context.
• Use appropriate tools and modes of communication as well as researched evidence to formulate strategies and solutions.
• Identify innovative and creative strategies to enhance business practice in the field of logistics and supply chain management.
• Work collaboratively with diverse stakeholder groups, integrating various cultural perspectives in decision making.
• Integrate various disciplinary and interdisciplinary perspectives to respond to logistics and supply chain management issues.
• Demonstrate ethical and social awareness and responsibility in personal decision-making and behaviour within logistics and supply chain management contexts.
• Lead collaborative and cooperative conversations in group contexts, through reflection on personal and professional values, identities and actions.

Fees and CSP

Indicative Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) fee in 2025: $16,992 (CSP paying place)

Indicative first year fee in 2025: $39,100 (domestic full-fee paying place)

Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP) are available for this course.

A student’s annual fee may vary in accordance with:

• The number of units studied per term.
• The choice of major or specialisation.
• Choice of units.
• Credit from previous study or work experience.
• Eligibility for government-funded loans.

Student fees shown are subject to change. Contact the university directly to confirm.

Commonwealth Supported Places

The Australian Government allocates a certain number of CSPs to the universities each year, which are then distributed to students based on merit.

If you're a Commonwealth Supported Student (CSS), you'll only need to pay a portion of your tuition fees. This is known as the student contribution amount – the balance once the government subsidy is applied. This means your costs are much lower.

Limited CSP spaces are offered to students enrolled in selected postgraduate courses.

Your student contribution amount is:

• Calculated per unit you're enrolled in.
• Dependent on the study areas they relate to.
• Reviewed and adjusted each year.

HECS-HELP loans are available to CSP students to pay the student contribution amount.

FEE-HELP loans are available to assist eligible full-fee paying domestic students with the cost of a university course.