Western Sydney University
Master of Business (Operations Management)
- Delivery: Face to Face
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 12 months
- Course Type: Master's
Learn about global trends in supply chain management to prepare for senior operations management roles in both public and private sectors.
Course overview
Develop an integrated and holistic approach to operations management, whilst gaining exposure to the latest research in sustainable practices in operations management, logistics, supply chain management and project management.
The Master of Business (Operations Management) is an innovative program that equips you with the necessary skills to plan, implement, upgrade and manage business operations to enhance customer value and organisational effectiveness. You'll learn about the relationship between business processes, cost-effective practices, how to manage the effects of current and future trends in supply chain management and importantly, use a systems approach to solve business problems with an eye to the social and environmental impact of your work.
The program is designed for graduates who wish to prepare for senior operations management roles in manufacturing or service organisations, in both the private and public sectors. You will learn operations management, supply chain management, logistics and project management. Develop and enhance your perspectives and the skills necessary for an integrated approach to planning, implementing, upgrading and managing business operations that enhance customer value and organisational effectiveness.
Key facts
30th March, 2026
22nd June, 2026
14th September, 2026
What you will study
Qualification for this award requires the successful completion of 80 credit points. Each subject is worth 10 credit points.
Students must complete the following:
- Business Operations and Logistics
- Compliance Management
- Project Management
- Supply Chain Management
Entry requirements
Academic requirements
- Applicants must have successfully completed a graduate certificate, or higher, in a business discipline; OR
- Successfully completed an undergraduate degree in a Business discipline (specifically operations management, logistics management, project management, compliance management, supply chain management, enterprise resource planning and management or purchasing and materials management or related discipline) with a GPA of 5.0 or WAM (Weighted Average Mark) of 65+ (if provided on the academic record); OR
- Successfully completed an undergraduate degree, or higher, in any discipline and a minimum of two (2) years full-time equivalent managerial/professional work experience in roles facilitating operations management, logistics management, project management, compliance management, supply chain management, enterprise resource planning and management or purchasing and materials management or in related roles; OR
- Successfully completed an undergraduate degree, or higher, in any discipline and a minimum of five (5) years general work experience in purchasing, incoming and /or outgoing quality control, quality assurance, scheduling, estimation for quotation, warehousing, transportation, store management, merchandising, traffic management, shift management, freight, inventory management, stock control management or materials management or in related roles.
Applicants seeking admission based on work experience must support their application with a Statement of Service for all work experience listed on the application.
English language requirements
Applicants who have undertaken studies overseas may have to provide proof of proficiency in English. Contact the university for more information.
Recognition of Prior Learning
Credit for Prior Learning (CPL), formerly known as transfer credit or advanced standing, is a way of recognising your previous study or work experience by granting credit towards your current program.
When your CPL application is approved, it means you've already demonstrated the knowledge, understanding and skills that match the learning outcomes of similar subjects or programs at WSU.
For more information contact the university or visit its website.
Outcomes
Learning outcomes
Upon completion of this program, graduates will be able to:
- Communicate effectively through discipline-appropriate written and visual materials that express complex ideas or contexts and are suited to the audience.
- Demonstrate contemporary and systematic knowledge of a Business discipline in local, national and international contexts.
Career outcomes
As a graduate of this degree, you can look forward to a broad range of exciting career opportunities in different sectors and industries. Below are some examples of the possible careers you can pursue with this degree:
- Managing director
- Manager
- Logistics manager
Fees and FEE-HELP
Indicative annual fee in 2026: $35,840 (domestic full-fee paying place)
The fee estimate provided is indicative only and subject to change. This estimate is based on the current fee structures for a normal full-time study load.
A student’s fee may vary depending on:
- Specific subjects chosen.
- Duration and timing of study.
- Annual fee adjustments.
Please note that this estimate does not include the Student Services and Amenities Fee.
FEE-HELP loans are available to assist eligible full-fee paying domestic students.