Study the Bachelor of Business (Supply Chain Management)

Keep the world in motion.

This course is not offered in 2021.

Supply chain managers are the backbone of any business, managing the flow of goods and resources in a global market place. Flinders Bachelor of Business (Supply Chain Management) gives you the skills and knowledge related to a broad range of business and supply chain practices including systems and processes, planning, supply management, production, operations, logistics, and the use of the latest data and analytical practices.

Taught by industry professionals, the degree equips you with real world skills you can apply across a range of industries including transport, warehousing, manufacturing, agriculture, retail, automotive and the government sector.

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Prerequisites

None

Assumed knowledge

None

2021 selection rank

65.00

Guaranteed selection rank

75.00

TAFElink

Certificate IV or above

Adjustment factors available

Yes

SATAC code

244051

Delivery mode

In person:

– Bedford Park

Online: No

Duration

3 years full-time
(or part-time equivalent)
Deferrable: Yes

Annual indicative fee

2020: $11,400

How are these fees calculated?

Start dates

– March
– July

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Why study Supply Chain Management at Flinders

Learn from an experienced team of supply chain researchers and lecturers
Learn data-driven analytical skills to future-proof your CV
Get hands-on experience with our exclusive industry work placements
Study real-world business problems and supply chain case studies
Understand the fundamentals of global sourcing, warehousing, freight and distribution and supply chain analytics

Your career

Your degree is the first step towards a range of career opportunities in manufacturing, retail, agriculture, automotive, and the government sector.

Potential occupations include:

logistics and supply chain manager
fleet operations manager
supply chain product innovator
supply chain analyst
supply chain design and planning advisor
procurement and inventory control manager
global supply chain manager
fast moving consumer goods (FMCG) logistics manager

Potential employers include:

manufacturing industry
retail industry
automotive industry
agricultural sector
government sector

What you will study

First year

A typical first year may include:

foundational business topics like management, marketing, accounting, economics and tech-based innovation
enterprise electives designed to build your 'soft skills' for the emerging marketplace.

Second year

A typical second year may include:

a deeper dive into the specifics of supply chain management, logistics and distribution
working on a real-world supply chain management business project
a mix of future-focused business topics and electives designed to broaden your skillset.

Third year

A typical third year may include:

advanced supply chain theory, including data-driven analytics, logistics strategy and operational management
extra business electives tailored to your particular career goals.

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Practical experience

Flinders Bachelor of Business (Supply Chain Management) isn’t all about theory. We want you to take these skills and put them to work. Out in the real world. So what does that involve? You’ll be doing hands-on research, reviewing industry case studies, and getting practical, job-ready experience.

Get on-the-job training through Flinders’ exclusive industry work placements.
Analyse real-world supply chain management case studies.
Develop your logistical skills with hands-on curriculum.

Add Innovation and Enterprise
to your degree

At Flinders University, we recognise that careers are evolving and the workplace of the future will look very different from today.

Whatever undergraduate course you are studying at Flinders, you can add innovation and enterprise electives to your degree to gain new, adaptable and transferrable skills that will equip you for the careers of tomorrow.

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How to apply

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Choose other courses to include in your preferences.

Visit SATAC and submit your application online.

Admission pathways

Applicants can apply for this course using Year 12 qualifications, previous higher education study, TAFE/VET qualifications, or through adult entry (STAT/Foundation Studies/tertiary preparation course).

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Choosing your preferences

When choosing your preferences through SATAC, other Flinders degrees you might want to include in your list are:

How to apply

Select your course.

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Check your eligibility for credit.

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Obtain certified documents.

Submit your application and documents.

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English language pathways

If you don’t meet our English language entry requirements and need to improve your English language proficiency, you can do so through Flinders University Academy – or our approved English Language Instruction Course for Overseas Students (ELICOS) providers.

This means that you can attend the required English language tuition at approved ELICOS providers and gain direct entry into university without an IELTS or TOEFL test.

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Academic pathway programs

If you don’t meet our academic entry requirements, you can still gain entry to Flinders University through Flinders University Academy. With a range of diplomas, foundation and English language courses, students can find a direct pathway into the destination degree of their choice.

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