University of Melbourne
Graduate Certificate in Supply Chain and Operations Management
- Delivery: Face to Face
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 12 months
- Course Type: Graduate Certificate
Students will be offered ample opportunities to learn the best supply chain and operations practices in a broad range of industries.
Course overview
The Graduate Certificate in Supply Chain and Operations Management is a specialist program designed to equip students with deeper knowledge and training in the field of supply chain and operations management. The subjects in this course adopt a practice-based approach with a focus on the application of supply chain and operations management theories, frameworks and tools in the daily operation of a supply chain.
Another feature of this course is its focus on the latest developments and best practices of contemporary topics, including sustainable supply chain and operations management, supply chain risk management and emerging supply chain technologies such as blockchain, the Internet of Things and artificial intelligence.
Key facts
July, 2026
What you will study
The course requires completion of 50 credit points of study, comprising four subjects.
50-point program
Students must complete four 12.5-point compulsory subjects.
- Supply Chain Management
- Project Management
- Operations and Process Management
- Global Value Chains
Entry requirements
To be considered for entry into this course, you must have completed an undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in any discipline.
English language requirements
All applicants to the University of Melbourne must satisfy the English language requirements. This may be achieved in a number of ways, including a recognised previous study taught and assessed entirely in English or an approved English language test.
Contact the university or visit its website for more information.
Recognition of Prior Learning
After you receive a course offer you can apply to transfer any recognised prior learning credits by applying for Advanced Standing (also known as credit or recognition of prior learning).
Advanced standing is acknowledgement of prior study granted towards your current degree, based on prior study or work experience. If advanced standing is awarded the length of your degree may be reduced. There are two types of advanced standing you can be awarded – general advanced standing or exempt advanced standing.
Contact the university or visit its website for more information.
Outcomes
Learning outcomes
Graduates of the Graduate Certificate in Supply Chain and Operations Management will be able to:
- Identify supply chain and operations problems and opportunities.
- Design key supply chain and operations elements and strategies.
- Critically evaluate classic supply chain and operations models.
- Analyse supply chain and operations decisions and frameworks.
- Evaluate and execute supply chain and operations performance metrics.
- Evaluate and design for supply chain and operations effectiveness and sustainability.
- Identify and recommend contemporary technologies for managing supply chains.
Fees and FEE-HELP
Indicative first-year and total course fee in 2026: $18,992 (domestic full-fee paying place)
The indicative fee shown is based on a part-time study load of 50 credit points (four subjects).
Student fees may vary in accordance with:
- The number of subjects studied per term.
- The choice of major or specialisation.
- Choice of subjects.
- Credit from previous study or work experience.
- Eligibility for government-funded loans.
You may also need to pay the student services and amenities fee.
Student fees shown are subject to change. Contact the university directly to confirm.
FEE-HELP loans are available to assist eligible full-fee paying domestic students with the cost of a university course.