Graduate Certificate in Logistics

Testamur Title of Degree:	Graduate Certificate in Logistics
Abbreviation:	GCertLog
Home Faculty:	Graduate School of Business
Duration:	6 months full-time or part-time equivalent
Minimum Total Credit Points:	24
Location:	Wollongong, Sydney Business School
Delivery Mode:	Face-to-face
Starting Session(s):	Intake A, B, C, D at Sydney Business School Autumn, Spring, Summer at Wollongong campus
UOW Course Code:	1142, S1142
CRICOS Code:	042560J

Overview

The Graduate Certificate in Logistics provides candidates the opportunity to complete an introductory study of the concepts of logistics and operations management. This course is designed for professionals and managers working within the logistics and operations management area, providing students with a foundation of skills required to manage the flow of materials and information within and between organisations.

The Graduate Certificate in Logistics is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport.

Entry Requirements

Applicants must have a relevant Bachelor degree, typically in the areas of Business, Commerce, Engineering, Mathematics or Information Technology, with an average mark of at least 60 % from a recognised institution. Applicants who have a Bachelor degree in other disciplines may be admitted, providing they have completed relevant work experience within the industry, or a demonstrated understanding of the Business Environment.

Applicants must also meet the University's English Language requirements (refer to the University's website at http://www.uow.edu.au/prospective/international/english/index.html for details).

Course Requirements

Candidates are required to complete four (4) of the seven (7) core subjects (24 cps) selected from the list below:

Course Program

Subjects	Credit Points
TBS908	Supply Chain Management	6
TBS912	Quantitative Methods for Decision Making	6
TBS918	Strategic Supply Chain Management	6
TBS928	Logistics Systems	6
TBS933	Procurement Management	6
TBS930	Operations Management#	6
TBS950	Quality in Management*	6

# TBS 930 Operations Management has been approved to replace TBS 934 Logistics Information Systems from Intake C 2007.

*Students with non-business background may be required to complete TBS901 Accounting for Managers in lieu of TBS950.

Credit Towards Other Courses

Upon completion of the Graduate Certificate in Logistics, students may apply to progress to the MSc (Logistics) degree with credit for previous subjects completed within the discipline. Candidates should consult the Logistics Course Convenor for further information.