Swinburne University of Technology
Master of Supply Chain Innovation
- Delivery: Face to Face
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 24 months
- Course Type: Master's
This master's program is designed to empower you to improve today’s supply chains and equip them for the industry’s changing needs.
Course overview
The Master of Supply Chain Innovation uniquely combines key elements of supply chain management, innovation and business information systems.
Successful supply chain managers can think innovatively to gain a competitive advantage. The course will also help you transition into strategic management roles once you graduate.
Graduates will be able to work in supply chain management, procurement and logistics management.
Key facts
3rd August, 2026
What will you study
To qualify for the Master of Supply Chain Innovation, students must complete 16 (or equivalent) units (200 credit points) comprising of:
- Four foundation units (50 credit points)
- Eight core units (100 credit points)
- Four units comprising one specialisation or four elective units (50 credit points)
Complete the following foundation units:
- Business Information Systems
- Business Sustainability and Social Impact
- Future Management Skills
- Operations Management
Entry requirements
Applicants are required to have one of the following:
- A bachelor's degree (or higher award) in any discipline from a recognised higher education institution or equivalent.
Applicants who have additional qualifications are eligible to enter the program with Advanced Standing and may be able to complete the program in less than two years.
One-year duration (full-time, or equivalent part-time)
Applicants who have completed one of the following may be able to complete the program in one year of full-time study (or equivalent part-time study):
- The Graduate Certificate of Supply Chain Innovation.
- An honours bachelor's degree in a related discipline.
1.5-year duration (full-time, or equivalent part-time)
Applicants who have completed one of the following may be able to complete the program in one and a half years of full-time study (or equivalent part-time study):
- A bachelor's degree in a related discipline.
- A graduate certificate in a related discipline.
- A bachelor's degree (or higher award) in any discipline and have two years of relevant work experience*.
- The Postgraduate Qualifying Program (available to international applicants only), plus either a previous related discipline Higher Education Study or a minimum of two years of relevant work experience.
Relevant professional/managerial experience and evidence of academic capability will be determined by the Faculty PVC (or delegate) with reference to faculty-determined guiding principles. Applicants must submit a curriculum vitae (CV) with their application.
Documents substantiating relevant experience are required, clearly detailing roles and duration and evidence of formal and non-formal learning. Where relevant experience is used for the basis of admission, no further recognition for prior learning/credit can be granted on that basis.
Recognition of Prior Learning
If you have gained extensive and relevant knowledge through formal training or acquired relevant skills through work or through life experience, you may be eligible for recognition of prior learning (RPL).
Contact the university or visit their website for more information.
Outcomes
Learning outcomes
- Apply coherent and advanced knowledge of supply concepts in diverse contexts and applications using critical thinking.
- Apply problem-solving, design and decision-making methodologies to identify and provide innovative solutions to complex problems with intellectual independence.
- Communicate proficiently in professional practice to a variety of audiences, function as an effective member or leader of a diverse team and use the basic tools and practices of business within project work.
- Demonstrate professionalism, integrity, ethical conduct, professional accountability and an awareness of professional practices in a global and sustainable context.
- Apply fundamentals to the analysis, design and operation of a business model using innovative supply chain methods and tools.
- Reflect on and take responsibility for their own learning and self-management processes and manage their own time and processes effectively by regularly reviewing performance as a means of managing continuing professional development and lifelong learning.
- Apply knowledge of research principles and methods to plan and execute a piece of research with some independence.
Career outcomes
Students can enhance their career opportunities by gaining additional leadership and management skills – an important asset in today’s complex and changing business environment. The examples below demonstrate the types of roles graduates can attain.
- Supply chain manager
- Procurement manager
- Logistics manager
- Six Sigma Green Belt certified
Fees and FEE-HELP
Estimated yearly fee in 2026: $36,540 (domestic full-fee paying place)
Estimated total fee in 2026: $73,080 (domestic full-fee paying place)
The student tuition fees as published are subject to change based on individual circumstances at the time of enrolment. These fees apply to units studied in 2026 only and may change for units studied in future years. If part-time study is permitted, annual fees will be proportionally lower based on the number of units taken per semester.
Student fees may vary in accordance with:
- The number of units studied per term.
- The choice of major or specialisation.
- Choice of units.
- 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.