University of Technology Sydney
Master of Strategic Supply Chain Management (Extension)
- Delivery: Face to Face
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 24 months
- Course Type: Master's
Develop advanced expertise in strategic supply chain management, procurement, logistics and operational analytics while extending your knowledge of emerging technologies and complex business networks.
Course overview
Develop specialist expertise in supply chain operations and management with the Master of Strategic Supply Chain Management (Extension) at the University of Technology Sydney. Designed for professionals seeking advanced knowledge of logistics, procurement and operations, this postgraduate qualification explores the strategic and practical considerations involved in managing complex supply networks. The course examines how organisations coordinate resources, manage operational challenges and respond to changes in global business environments.
Explore operations and quality management, sustainable procurement, supply chain risk and emerging technologies alongside project management, quantitative analysis and organisational decision-making. You'll examine approaches to improving supply chain performance, managing relationships between organisations and using analytical information to support operational decisions. Through applied assessments, industry-focused learning and research activities, you'll strengthen your understanding of strategic and tactical supply chain management.
The 96-credit-point qualification combines advanced supply chain management subjects with additional specialist study and a research or internship component. Delivered at UTS's City campus, the course can be completed in two years full time or four years part time. Graduates may pursue opportunities in supply chain management, operations, logistics, procurement and related professional areas, depending on their previous qualifications and experience.
Key facts
26th July, 2027
What you will study
Students must complete a total of 96 credit points made up of 15 subjects, comprising fourteen core subjects (84 credit points) and one Industry Research Project or Internship Experience subject (12 credit points).
Each subject is valued at six credit points, unless otherwise stated.
Core subjects
Complete all of the following subjects:
- Business and Social Impact
- Creative Problem Solving
- Operations and Quality Management
- Strategic and Sustainable Procurement Management
- Strategic Supply Chain Management
- Services and Network Productivity with Data Analytics
- Supply Chain Risk Management
- Supply Chain Technology Management
- Business Project Management
- Legal Aspects of Contracts Administration
- Quantitative Management Practice
- Advanced Quality Management
- Supply Chain Management Analytics
- Judgment and Decision Making
Management Capstone
Select one from the following subjects:
- Industry Research Project (12 credit points)
- Internship Experience (12 credit points)
Entry requirements
To be eligible for admission to the Master of Strategic Supply Chain Management (Extension), applicants must meet the following requirement:
- Completed Australian bachelor's degree or higher qualification, or overseas equivalent, with more than 75% of all subjects completed at pass level (conceded passes not included).
Applicants who do not meet this requirement may consider the Graduate Certificate in Strategic Supply Chain Management or Graduate Diploma in Strategic Supply Chain Management, subject to their admission requirements.
Supporting documentation
Applicants may need to provide:
- Academic transcripts and evidence of completed qualifications.
- Evidence of English-language proficiency, where applicable.
- Additional documentation requested during the application assessment.
English language requirements
- IELTS Academic: Overall score of 6.5, with a minimum writing score of 6.0.
- TOEFL iBT (0–120 scale): Overall score of 79, with a minimum writing score of 21.
- TOEFL iBT (1–6 scale): Overall score of 4, with a minimum writing score of 4.5.
- UTS College Academic English Level 5 (AE5): Pass.
- Pearson PTE Academic: Overall score of 58, with a minimum writing score of 50.
- Cambridge C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency: Overall score of 176, with a minimum writing score of 169.
Eligibility for admission does not guarantee an offer of a place.
Recognition of prior learning
Students may be eligible for recognition of prior learning based on relevant previous undergraduate or postgraduate studies, subject to UTS assessment and approval.
Subject exemptions
- A maximum of six subject exemptions may be granted, equivalent to 36 credit points.
- Up to four compulsory subjects may be approved for exemption based on relevant previous undergraduate study.
- Previous postgraduate studies may also be considered, subject to the overall exemption limit and applicable course requirements.
Professional recognition conditions
Students intending to apply for Member of the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (MCIPS) recognition must complete the qualification without recognition of prior learning or subject exemptions.
The published professional recognition requirements include:
- Completing the industry research project or internship assessments on procurement and supply chain-related topics.
- Passing all subjects without advanced standing, credit transfer, exemptions or condonement.
- Meeting the relevant professional work-experience requirements before applying for MCIPS membership.
Articulation and further study
The Master of Strategic Supply Chain Management (Extension) forms part of an articulated postgraduate pathway involving:
- Graduate Certificate in Strategic Supply Chain Management
- Graduate Diploma in Strategic Supply Chain Management
- Master of Strategic Supply Chain Management (Extension)
Recognition of prior learning is assessed individually. Approval is not guaranteed.
Learning outcomes
The course develops capabilities in:
- Evaluating complex supply chain operations and logistics processes.
- Applying strategic procurement and sustainable management principles.
- Analysing operational performance using quantitative and data-driven methods.
- Evaluating supply chain risk, uncertainty and emerging technologies.
- Applying project management and professional decision-making approaches.
- Investigating supply chain challenges through research and applied professional learning.
Career outcomes
The qualification supports professional development in strategic supply chain management, logistics, operations, procurement and related areas of business management.
Career opportunities depend on previous qualifications, professional experience and employer requirements.
Fees and FEE-HELP
Domestic full-fee paying prices
- Indicative tuition fee per 6-credit-point subject in 2027: $5,088
- Indicative annual tuition fee (48 credit points) in 2027: $40,660
- Indicative total course fee in 2027: $82,946
Eligible domestic students may access FEE-HELP to defer all or part of their tuition fees.
The Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF) may apply and is not included in the indicative tuition fees.
Tuition fees are subject to annual review and may change.
You may also need to pay the student services and amenities fee.
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