International Master of Business Administration (Supply Chain Management)

at University of South Australia

The two year program comprises 16 courses, including 4 electives and an industry placement/project.  You will start with seven core courses common to all specialisations in the IMBA. Through these you will develop advanced skills and expertise in areas of international management including:
 

• global business environment
• people leadership and performance
• economic principles for business
• fundamentals of data analytics

You will then move into your supply chain management specialisation studying areas such as global supply chain management, integrated logistics management and sustainable value chains.

Applicants are required to have one of the following:
 

• A completed bachelor degree from a recognised higher education institution or equivalent; or
• A completed graduate diploma from a recognised higher education institution; or
• A completed graduate certificate from a recognised higher education institution.  

Applicants who have:
 

• completed a bachelor degree in a business discipline; or
• completed a bachelor degree which includes a major in business, commerce, marketing or management; or
• completed a graduate certificate in a business discipline,

are eligible to enter the program with 0.5 EFTSL (18 units) Advanced Standing and complete the program in 1.5 years of full time study or equivalent.

English language entry requirements

International students who speak English as a foreign language must have obtained one of the following standards within the last two years prior to admission. Possession of one or more of these qualifications, in addition to the academic entry requirements, does not, in itself, guarantee a place at the University of South Australia. Applications are considered on an individual basis and selection is competitive. Where previous study/work experience was conducted in English, the application must be accompanied by certified documentation from the educational institution/employer certifying that the language of instruction/employment was English.

English language test
 

• IELTS total [6.5]
• IELTS reading [6.0]
• IELTS writing [6.0]

FEES 

AUD$ 39,600 per annum (per 1.0 EFTSL)

Upon graduation, you will be equipped to pursue a career internationally across a broad range of industries. With specialist skills in logistics and supply chain management, this degree is ideal for those looking at  career progression opportunities, specific roles may include:
 

• Inventory manager: monitoring and reporting on inventory and ensuring adequate stock for all distribution channels; analysing data to anticipate future needs and placing orders; working with suppliers, warehousing staff, management and other business stakeholders
• Logistics manager: planning and managing logistics, warehouse, transportation and customer services; directing and coordinating the order cycle; minimising waste and maximising profit; liaising and negotiating with suppliers, manufacturers, retailers and consumers
• Production manager: overseeing planning and management of production volumes in the manufacturing process; monitoring production quality standards; enforcing adherence to safety guidelines