Master of Strategic Supply Chain Management (Extension)

Advance supply chain expertise

With the Master of Strategic Supply Chain Management (Extension), you'll develop a comprehensive and holistic set of skills in the strategic and tactical aspects of operations, logistics, procurement and supply chain management.

Learn contemporary and relevant knowledge that allows you to manage complex business and supply chain operations that may extend globally.

The Extension course with additional subject choices provides the opportunity to specialise more deeply.

This course is well-recognised and ranked #1 in Australia for Supply Chain Management QS Business Master's Rankings 2023.

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Master of Strategic Supply Chain Management (Extension)

CODE

UTS: C04325 (version 5)

CRICOS: 082831D

DURATION

2 years full time
4 years part time

INTAKE

Autumn Session 2025
Spring Session 2025
Autumn Session 2026
Spring Session 2026

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COURSE FEES

Domestic (FT)

LOCATION

City campus

What you’ll study

This course provides professionals with advanced and specialised value chain management skills and the knowledge to enhance their understanding of the nature and contribution of the operations management, supply chain management, logistics management and procurement functions at a professional level.

Through practical and relevant industry experiences, including research-focused content, real problem solving assessments, simulation tools and techniques used in this course, you will be armed with capabilities to help you succeed.

Subjects at a glance

Core subjects

Subject Code	Subject Name
21895	Business and Social Impact
21854	Creative Problem Solving
21741	Operations and Quality Management
21877	Strategic and Sustainable Procurement Management
21797	Strategic Supply Chain Management
21745	Services and Network Productivity with Data Analytics
21947	Supply Chain Risk Management
21963	Supply Chain Technology Management
22787	Business Project Management
77942	Legal Aspects of Contracts Administration
37345	Quantitative Management Practice
21948	Advanced Quality Management
21946	Supply Chain Management Analytics
49001	Judgment and Decision Making

See all subjects and majors in the UTS Handbook

Admissions information

Targeted at professionals seeking to master operations, logistics, procurement, and supply chain management, this course equips you with the skills to manage complex, global business networks. You'll learn to navigate the evolving landscape of supply chains, service economies, digital technologies, and global competition.

Distinguish yourself with our course's unique blend of strategic and tactical insights. Specialise in network design and process improvement methodologies to enhance supply chain efficiency and product quality. Benefit from research-driven content and industry connections that provide practical experience.

Gain knowledge in cutting-edge management practices, data analytics, and cloud computing. Our teaching methods focus on active learning through real-world projects and collaboration with industry leaders.

Choose this course for a concise, impactful learning journey that positions you at the forefront of supply chain excellence, as evidenced by our top ranking in the QS Business Master’s Rankings 2025.

Find out more about Why Supply Chain Management.
Stand out with our course's unique blend of strategic and tactical insights. Specialise in network design and process improvement methodologies to enhance supply chain efficiency and product quality. Benefit from research-driven content and industry connections that provide practical experience. Gain knowledge in cutting-edge management practices, data analytics, and cloud computing.

Our teaching methods focus on active learning through real-world projects and collaboration with industry leaders. Choose this course for a concise, impactful learning journey that positions students at the forefront of supply chain excellence, as evidenced by our top ranking in the QS Business Master’s Rankings 2023.
To be eligible for admission to this course, applicants must meet the following criteria.

Applicants must have the following:
- Completed Australian bachelor's degree or higher qualification, or overseas equivalent, with more than 75% of all subjects completed at pass level (conceded pass not included)
Applicants who do not meet the criteria above should consider applying for C07129 Graduate Diploma in Strategic Supply Chain Management or C11199 Graduate Certificate in Strategic Supply Chain Management.

Eligibility for admission does not guarantee offer of a place.
This course has been accredited to MCIPS standards by the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS). Following the completion of the course and three years' of relevant work experience, graduates are eligible to apply for MCIPS. Students who wish to apply for MCIPS must meet the following conditions:
- Complete their project and all assessment tasks on a procurement and supply chain-related topic in the Industry Research Project (21890) or the Internship Experience (26799) subjects, and
- Pass all subjects with no credit given for any form of advanced standing, credit transfer, exemption or condonement.
CIPS offers complimentary student memberships to those undertaking an accredited course for its duration.

For queries related to CIPS accreditation, contact Dr Maruf Chowdbury, program director of Strategic Supply Chain Management programs.

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