The Graduate Diploma in Strategic Supply Chain Management extends the graduate certificate and provides the opportunity for further specialisation in supply chain management.
The course is designed to cater for the needs of those employed in the manufacturing or services sector, be it private, public or not-for-profit organisations, or whether it is a small- or medium-sized enterprise or a multinational corporation.By completing this course, the student's suite of existing skills required to manage inter- and intra-organisational resources, capabilities, business operations and supply chain functions is significantly enhanced for superior performance, value creation and competitive advantage.
Course aims
The course seeks to enhance professionals' understanding of the nature, context and contribution of global supply chains and operation management functions in both inter- and intra- organisational contexts facilitating competitive advantage.
Course structure
Students must complete a total of 48 credit points made up of 8 subjects, comprising seven core (42 credit points) and one subject (6 credit points) selected from a list of specialist subjects.
Careers
Career options include management-level positions in manufacturing and service industries and areas traditionally associated with business operations management.
