Master of Strategic Supply Chain Management (Extension)

About this programme

The ever growing interest among business managers and academics into supply chains, the emergence of advanced service economies, connected information systems which includes disruptive technologies, cloud computing and data analytics, new management practices and approaches, and the pressure of global competition, have placed a premium on those who have a broad understanding of how to plan and manage complex business operations and related processes. Further, in todays volatile environment, risk and complexity in supply chains have been major issues faced by industry which encourages businesses to engender a more organic capability to deal with unexpected disruptions. This course is designed to cater for the needs of those employed in all sectors of business, and who seek advanced knowledge of supply chain networks, procurement strategies, operations and logistics management. The Master of Strategic Supply Chain Management (Extension) is designed for those who wish to gain significant insight and skills in these areas. The additional subject choices this program provides includes opportunity to specialise more deeply into the core strategic and tactical aspect of network and logistics network design, as well as the systematic application of improvement methodology within procurement and supply chain processes which help reduce variability and uncertainty through the supply chain enabling better control of product and service quality. In addition to operations and supply chain management capabilities, students further enhance skills, professional practice, specialist knowledge and capabilities through better understanding of organisational and management practices and international contexts. The course is designed to cater for the needs of those employed in all sectors of business. Career options include positions in operations management, global logistics and network design, supply chain and logistics management, and strategic procurement.