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    Bachelor of Business – Logistics and Supply Chain Management
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    Bachelor of Business – Logistics and Supply Chain Management

    Swinburne Online

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    Australia, Melbourne

    University RankQS Ranking
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    Key Facts

    Program Level

    Bachelor

    Study Type

    Full Time

    Delivery

    Online

    Campuses

    Online

    Program Language

    English

    Start & Deadlines

    Next Intake DeadlinesMarch-2026
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    Go to the official application for the university

    Duration 3 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    AUD 2,124  / per unit
    Next Intake March-2026

    Bachelor of Business – Logistics and Supply Chain Management

    About

    Now’s your opportunity to choose an in-demand career.

    Whether you want to work for a powerful multi-national corporation or a local business, your expertise in logistics and supply chain management is a sought-after skill that many employers seek.

    This course will teach you how to manage the flow of goods and resources in a global marketplace, develop project management and negotiation skills, and plan the handling, storage, and distribution of products. Taught by skilled professionals, you’ll learn key business tips throughout your degree and graduate ready to step into the workplace with confidence.

    You’ll hear from professional speakers throughout your degree and team up with your peers on a consulting project with a real-life client. Through an industry consulting project with a real-life client, such as Acrodyne, Build Pass, Epilepsy Foundation, Inception Point, Inclusion Melbourne and Lend For Good, you’ll gain the confidence to succeed when you graduate.

    The Bachelor of Business – Logistics and Supply Chain Management is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) International, and is a part of the 5% of business schools worldwide accredited by AACSB.

    What will you learn?

    • Management: Find out how to identify and solve logistical problems through effective management systems.
    • Procurement: Learn about the purchase process and how to make buying decisions, including maintaining relationships with suppliers and the supplier selection process.
    • Global Logistics: Discover how the logistics and supply chain industry functions in a global marketplace, and how this relates to improving profits sustainably.
    • Operations Management: Learn how to manage operations at every level of the supply chain.
    • Understanding Risk: Explore popular practices and develop strategies to manage and minimise risk.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Non-Year 12 entry

    Completion or partial completion of an approved tertiary qualification (including diplomas, advanced diplomas, associate degrees and degrees). Additional performance criteria and prerequisite requirements may also apply.

    Applicants without a formal qualification but with significant and relevant work experience and appropriate English language skills, or a suitable Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) result, will also be considered. All students need to demonstrate that they can undertake the course with a reasonable prospect of success.

    Read our Applying and Enrolling FAQs.

    The University may determine selection criteria and restrictions in respect of courses to apply in addition to these entry requirements.

    Year 12 entry

    Successful completion of the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) or its equivalent, such as an interstate or international Year 12 qualification. Minimum ATAR requirements may apply.

    VCE prerequisites: Units 3 and 4: a minimum study score of 25 in English (or equivalent) or 30 in English (EAL).

    Read our Applying and Enrolling FAQs.

    Credit arrangements

    Credit transfer

    Credit is granted in recognition of previous study and/or experience and allows students to gain advanced standing towards their course. Applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis. Speak to a Course Consultant about applying for credit.

    Applicants who have completed a Diploma in a related discipline may be eligible for credit of up to 8 units; the equivalent of a third of the course. Students admitted to the course with prior tertiary studies that satisfy part of the academic requirements of this course may be eligible for academic credit of up to 16 units.

    Recognition of Prior Learning

    Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) allows students to gain credit (advanced standing) towards their course in recognition of skills and knowledge gained through work experience, life experience and/or formal training. Applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis. Speak to a Course Consultant about applying for RPL.

    Diploma entry pathways

    Pathways allow students to progress from one qualification to another where the first course is recognised as an entry requirement and provides advanced standing to the second.

    Credit available may vary depending on the major selected within any given degree but in most instances you may receive up to 8 unit credits.

    Our Course Consultants will step you through the process of entry and credit using previous study.

    English Program Requirements

    English language tests

    International students are required to demonstrate their English proficiency before enrolling into a Swinburne Online degree by undertaking one of the following English language tests; The International English Language Test Score (IELTS) or the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score.

    IELTS

    IELTS have over 1,000 testing centres worldwide and run testing throughout the year. Use the IELTS worldwide search to find a testing centre near you.

    TOEFL

    The TOEFL test is administered worldwide through a network of testing centres. Use the TOEFL Testing Location Search to find a testing centre near you.

    Minimum entry score: IELTS

    Overall 6.5
    With no band below 6

    Minimum entry score: TOEFL

    Paper Based: 550 (With a written English score of 5)
    Internet Based: 79 (With no individual band below 18)

    Test results

    Once you have received your test results simply contact us via our online application form or by contacting our Course Consultants on 1300 069 765.

    Career

    Your pathway to industry

    The Bachelor of Business – Logistics and Supply Chain Management prioritises your readiness to succeed come graduation through industry connections embedded in your degree:

    • Projects: Work on an industry consulting project, solidifying your knowledge and giving you highly employable skills.
    • Software: You’ll get to use industry standard software, such as Tableau, Microsoft Project and Project Libre.
    • Teaching: Your Online Learning Advisors (OLAs) work in the industry themselves, helping you to stay connected to your career goals.
    • Guest Speakers: You’ll hear from a range of industry experts, giving you the opportunity to collaborate with professionals in your field.
    Operations Manager

    Take a lead role in the management of producing goods and services. Oversee the distribution of products and find areas of improvement to strengthen business operations.

    Logistics Manager

    Create a smooth flow of operations by overseeing the distribution and transport of goods for organisations. You’ll schedule, plan and liaise with clients and suppliers.

    Inventory Controller

    Manage inventory and stock for a variety of industries. You’ll coordinate logistics, manage supply chain data and play a key role in the distribution of goods.

    Demand Planner

    Take responsibility for forecasting demand and ensuring your clients and companies are aware of it. You’ll be an expert at understanding the market and making organisational plans.

    Supply Chain Manager

    Play a key role in maintaining the relationship between vendors, distributors and suppliers. You’ll ensure that supply meets demand and take part in purchasing and planning decisions.

    Replenishment Analyst

    Assist a department or company by ensuring they have enough product to meet customer demand. You’ll anticipate the changing needs of the customer, the availability of materials and work to maximise profit levels.

    Logistics Analyst

    Make exciting changes and recommendations to the broader supply chain. You’ll analyse current processes in order to make recommendations and work to make improvements to operations.

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee

    AUD 2,124 

    Application Fee

    AUD  
    Swinburne Online

    Bachelor of Business – Logistics and Supply Chain Management

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