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Master of Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Postgraduate Diploma and Postgraduate Certificate in Logistics and Supply Chain Management
Study Options
Full-time, Part-time
Length
6 months - 2 years full-time
Level
Level 8-9
Real Life, Real Learning, Real Business
The Postgraduate Programme Suite in Logistics and Supply Chain Management will prepare and upskill you so you are capable of working successfully in the 21st century national and global logistics and supply chain industry. The programmes have been specifically designed to provide postgraduate study for those with an undergraduate degree level qualification (or with industry experience deemed to be equivalent).
The programmes will build on knowledge gained from previous study in business or related disciplines, and in other degree study. They will provide advanced theoretical and technical skills in logistics and supply chain management and challenge you to critically assess logistics and supply chain systems. The different programmes are designed to meet differing student backgrounds, and to prepare graduates for different entry points and roles within the industry.
Outline
Master of Logistics and Supply Chain Management
Master of Logistics and Supply Chain Management (240)
The Master of Logistics and Supply Chain Management (240) is a Level 9 programme of 240 credits at levels 8 and 9 with at least 45 credits at level 9, completed by coursework, or a combination of coursework and either a project or research.
It enables those who have completed a Bachelor’s Degree in a non-related field to achieve a postgraduate level qualification in the logistics and supply chain management area. The rationale for this two year programme is to enable you to succeed on a full Master’s Degree after completing an NZQA-listed undergraduate degree (or equivalent) with a minimum of a pass (as per the EIT 11 point based grading system).
The programme can be completed in two years full-time or up to six years part-time, depending on your previous study and experience, and specific course preferences.
Master of Logistics and Supply Chain Management (180)
The Master of Logistics and Supply Chain Management (180) is a Level 9 programme of 180 credits at levels 8 and 9 with at least 45 credits at level 9, completed by coursework, or a combination of coursework and either a project or research.
It enables those who have completed a Bachelor’s Degree in Logistics or Supply Chain, or similar, with a minimum of the equivalent to a B average (as per the EIT 11 point grading system) to achieve a postgraduate level qualification in the Logistics and Supply Chain Management area.
The programme can be completed in 18 months full-time or up to six years part-time, depending on your previous study and experience, and specific course preferences.
Postgraduate Diploma in Logistics and Supply Chain Management
Postgraduate Diploma in Logistics and Supply Chain Management
The Postgraduate Diploma in Logistics and Supply Chain Management is a Level 8 programme of 120 credits at levels 7 and 8, with at least 75 credits at level 8.
It enables those who have completed a Bachelor’s Degree in Logistics or Supply Chain, or similar, with a minimum of the equivalent to a B average (as per the EIT 11 point grading system) to achieve a postgraduate level qualification in the logistics and supply chain management area.
The programme can be completed in one year full-time or up to four years part-time, depending on your previous study and experience, and specific course preferences.
Those who initially enrolled in the Master’s Degrees and are not in a position to complete it, can transfer applicable courses to the postgraduate diploma for the purposes of qualification completion.
Postgraduate Certificate in Logistics and Supply Chain Management
Postgraduate Certificate in Logistics and Supply Chain Management
The Postgraduate Certificate in Logistics and Supply Chain Management is a Level 8 programme of 60 credits.
It enables those who have completed a Bachelor’s Degree in Logistics or Supply Chain, or similar, with a minimum of the equivalent to a B average (as per the EIT 11 point grading system) to achieve a postgraduate level qualification in the logistics and supply chain management area.
The programme can be completed in six months full-time or up to two years part-time, depending on your previous study and experience, and specific course preferences.
It provides an exit qualification for those enrolled in the Master’s Degrees or Postgraduate Diploma who, for some reason, are unable to complete those programme requirements.
Subject Areas
Inventory and Warehouse Management
● Transportation and Distribution Management
● Strategic Procurement, Partnerships and Outsourcing
● Supply Chain Data and Performance Measurement
● International Supply Chain Management
If you have any questions please feel free to contact us.
Entry
Master of Logistics and Supply Chain Management
Master of Logistics Supply Chain Management (240)
The academic entry requirement for the Master of Logistics Supply Chain Management (240) is one of the following:
● A NZQF-listed undergraduate degree (or equivalent) with a minimum of a pass (as per the EIT 11 point based grading system), OR
● At the Dean’s discretion, where an applicant’s situation is compelling but not covered by the requirements listed above.
Master of Logistics Supply Chain Management (180)
The academic entry requirement for the Master of Logistics and Supply Chain Management (180) is one of the following:
● A NZQF-listed undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in the Logistics or Supply Chain field with a minimum of the equivalent to a B average (as per the EIT 11 point grading system), OR
● A Bachelor Honours or Postgraduate degree in the Logistics or Supply Chain field with 120 credits at Level 8, OR
● A degree or equivalent professional qualification in a related field with a minimum of the equivalent to a B average (as per the EIT 11 point grading system) and evidence of relevant experience in the Logistics or Supply Chain field at degree level, and assessment from the Programme Coordinator, OR
● At the Dean’s discretion, where an applicant’s situation is compelling but not covered by the requirements listed above.
(A Master of Logistics and Supply Chain Management applicant who does not meet the entry criteria above may be admitted to the Postgraduate Diploma in Logistics and Supply Chain Management and, upon successful completion of four courses (with a minimum B average) from the schedule of courses may be admitted to the Master of Logistics and Supply Chain Management.)
Postgraduate Diploma in Logistics and Supply Chain Management
The academic entry requirement for the Postgraduate Diploma in Logistics and Supply Chain Management is one of the following:
● An NZQF-listed undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in the Logistics or Supply Chain field, OR
● An undergraduate degree in a related field with a minimum of the equivalent to a B average (as per the EIT 11 point grading system), subject to assessment by the Programme Coordinator, OR
● At the Dean’s discretion, where an applicant’s situation is compelling but not covered by the requirements listed above.
Postgraduate Certificate in Logistics and Supply Chain Management
The academic entry requirement for the Postgraduate Diploma in Logistics and Supply Chain Management is one of the following:
● An NZQF-listed undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in the Logistics or Supply Chain field, OR
● An undergraduate degree in a related field with a minimum of the equivalent to a B average (as per the EIT 11 point grading system), subject to assessment by the Programme Coordinator, OR
● At the Dean’s discretion, where an applicant’s situation is compelling but not covered by the requirements listed above.
English Language Entry Requirements
All applicants must demonstrate an acceptable level of English Language fluency prior to acceptance in the programme. English Language fluency can be verified by achievement of one of the following within the last two years:
■ New Zealand Certificate in English Language Level 5 (Academic)
■ IELTS (Academic) score of 6.5 with no band score lower than 6.0
■ PTE (Academic) score of 58 with no band score lower than 50
■ International equivalents to IELTS accepted by NZQA or successful study of a programme in which English was the language of instruction (conditions apply)
Entry with Credit
A Master of Logistics and Supply Chain Management or Postgraduate Diploma/Certificate in Logistics and Supply Chain Management candidate may apply for academic credit in terms of (i) credit recognition and transfer (CRT), and/or (ii) recognition of prior learning (RPL).
i. CRT and RPL will only be considered for courses completed at EIT or elsewhere, not for courses that have already been granted CRT or RPL elsewhere.
ii. The Postgraduate Programme Cluster Committee will have discretion in the granting of academic credit.
iii. Academic credit may be awarded only at Level 8.
Academic credit may be awarded as:
● specified credit where there is a substantial match between previous learning and the course(s) for which academic credit is sought; OR
● unspecified credit where the learning is broadly relevant to the relevant Logistics and Supply Chain Management qualification and can be determined to be equivalent to NZQF Level 8.
For a Master of Logistics and Supply Chain Management candidate, a maximum of 120 credits may be awarded, including a maximum of 90 unspecified credits, with the remainder specified. Any unspecified credit awarded must contribute directly to the Graduate Profile.
For a Postgraduate Diploma in Logistics and Supply Chain Management candidate, a maximum of 90 credits may be awarded, including a maximum of 60 unspecified credits, with the remainder specified. Any unspecified credit awarded must contribute directly to the Graduate Profile.
For a Postgraduate Certificate in Logistics and Supply Chain Management candidate, a maximum of 30 credits may be awarded, either specified or unspecified. Any unspecified credit awarded must contribute directly to the Graduate Profile.
You will be asked to provide details of anything that you would like considered as credit toward your intended programme of study, as part of your application.
CRT and RPL cannot be awarded for a course if you are enrolled in that course. You must apply prior to enrolment in the course.
CRT may be granted from other degree programmes, providing they are not part of the entry qualification.
For further information and enquiries about CRT and RPL please contact the School of Business Secretary, on 06 830 1138.
Career Opportunities and Outcomes
Upon graduating you may follow career pathways in New Zealand or overseas by becoming self-employed business practitioners or by gaining roles with a variety of industries and agencies operating in the domestic and/or international business environment such as:
- Planner or Analyst
- Buyer
- Inventory Specialist
- Materials Planner, Materials Analyst
- Transportation Coordinator, Traffic Analyst
- Production Coordinator, Scheduler, Operations Planner/Analyst
Dates
HAWKE’S BAY CAMPUS (Masters, Postgraduate Diploma or Postgraduate Certificate)
There are four entry dates per year:
- February
- May
- July
- October
AUCKLAND CAMPUS (Masters and Postgraduate Diploma only)
There are four entry dates per year:
- March
- June
- August
- October
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