Graduate Certificate in Strategic Supply Chain Operations

Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00219C

Unlock cutting-edge expertise in supply chain, logistics, and procurement management with CQU’s Graduate Certificate in Strategic Supply Chain Operations, designed to address industry needs and drive economic efficiency. In today's dynamic business environment, effective logistics, supply chain, and procurement management are crucial for achieving success and maintaining a competitive edge. Recognising the growing demand for skilled professionals in these fields, our specialised course provides contemporary knowledge tailored to Australia's evolving market needs. You'll explore emerging business trends, innovative technologies, and industry-specific challenges and solutions. You'll study two units that equip you with essential skills to thrive in a competitive landscape. Throughout the course, you will delve into emerging business trends, innovative technologies, and industry-specific challenges, preparing you to make informed decisions and drive meaningful outcomes within your organisation.

Structure

2 units (24 credits)

Standard entry requirements

• To be eligible for entry into this course, applicants must hold one of the following: A completed Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) equivalent Bachelor degree, or higher equivalent qualification
• Or A completed Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) equivalent Diploma qualification
• With a minimum of two years relevant business experience*
• Or A minimum of five years relevant professional business experience*. Work Experience Definitions *Relevant professional business experience must include direct, personal involvement in decision-making responsibility in a range of areas such as budgeting, marketing, HRM, staffing, project management, financial management, process management, or other relevant professional experience. Professional experience must be shown in a statement of service which must be presented on a company letterhead, signed, and dated by a delegated authority from within the organisation (e.g. line supervisor or human resource officer). The statement must contain your full name, position title, duties performed, employment start date (mm/yyyy) and end date (mm/yyyy), or stating you are still employed, if applicable. English Language Proficiency Requirements: If you were not born in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, United Kingdom, Ireland, South Africa or United States of America you are required to meet the English Language Proficiency requirements set by the University. Applicants are required to provide evidence of completion of: A secondary qualification (Year 11 and 12, or equivalent), orAn Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) Certificate IV qualification, or An Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) diploma level qualification, or Bachelor level qualification study for a period of at least 2 years fulltime with a minimum overall GPA 4.0 completed within Australia, Canada, New Zealand, United Kingdom, South Africa, Ireland, or United States of America, which will meet the English proficiency. If you do not satisfy any of the above you will need to undertake an English language proficiency test and achieve the following scores as below: An International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic) overall band score of at least 6.0 overall with a minimum 5.5 in each subset
• Or Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) - Requires 550 or better overall & minimum TWE score of 4.5 (Paper Based Test), or 75 or better overall and no score less than 17 (Internet Based Test)
• Or Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) - Requires an overall score of 54 with no sub-score less than 46
• Or An Occupational English Test with Grades A or B only in each of the four components. English test results remain valid for no more than two years between final examination date and the date of commencement of study, and must appear on a single result certificate. International Students should visit the International Students website for further information. Each student will be assessed individually.

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