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Bachelor of Business (Logistics and Supply Chain Management)

Start Your Career in a Highly Specialised Sector

The logistics and supply chain management sector is highly specialised, and offers challenging but rewarding careers.

To succeed, you need general business knowledge plus an understanding of economics, accounting, law, IT and more - exactly what this RMIT University course delivers.

Delivered by distance education through Open Universities Australia, this course allows you to study anytime, anywhere for a qualification that's identical to one received on campus.

Gain a Recognised Degree

  • Identical to on-campus qualification
  • Study anywhere, anytime
  • FEE-HELP available
Quick Course Guide
Qualification Bachelor Degree Enrolment dates Enrol anytime - start now!
Study time Max time for completion:
10 years
Pre-requisites None
Delivery method Distance education - online Assessment Assignments & exams
Delivered by RMIT University Finance options FEE-HELP available

Graduate with an Industry-supported Qualification

This course is strongly supported by the Chartered Institute of Logistics & Transport Australia (CILTA) and the Logistics Association of Australia (LAA).

It addresses all major areas of the business discipline, including accounting, economics, business law, marketing and specialised management units including transport, logistics, distribution and service management.

Most graduates pursue careers across general logistics or choose to specialise in areas such as:

  • Air, road, rail or sea transport
  • Purchasing
  • Inventory control and warehousing
  • Distribution in manufacturing
  • Retail

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Course Structure

  • Total units: 24
  • Core units: 19
  • Core elective units: 3
  • Electives: 2
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Course Units

Core Units

  • Marketing Theory and Practice
  • Information Technology in Organisations
  • Microeconomics 1
  • Introduction to Logistics and Supply Chain Management
  • Organisational Behaviour
  • Business Mathematics and Statistics
  • Macroeconomics 1
  • Accounting Fundamentals
  • Business Law
  • Transport Management
  • Logistics Systems Analysis
  • Warehouse and Distribution Management
  • Human Resource Management
  • Business Planning
  • Procurement Management
  • Production Management
  • Strategic Management
  • Service Management
  • Advanced Supply Chain Management

Core Elective Units

Select any 3 units from the list below:

  • Geography in Distribution Systems
  • International Trade Operations
  • Transport Economics
  • Tourism Logistics
  • E-Supply Chain Management

Electives

Complete any two OUA undergraduate units.

Contact a SEEK Learning consultant for more information about the units for this course.


Set Your Own Study Schedule

There are four study periods each year - so you can enrol anytime and start in the study period of your choice.

You're in control of your study schedule - study from home or wherever it's convenient, and in your own time. You can fast track your learning by studying during all four study periods, or take breaks in between.

Contact a SEEK Learning consultant for more information.

Did You Know?

Survey results show that a Bachelor Degree increases earnings by about 30%.

Australian Council for Educational Research - Nov 08

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Study Now, Pay as You Earn

Almost every Australian citizen is eligible for Government assistance through the FEE-HELP program. This means you do not have to pay anything upfront, but can pay for your course as you earn. Contact a SEEK Learning consultant to find out more about how you can study now and pay as you earn with FEE-HELP.


Refresh Your Study Skills with Quick Skills Modules

New to university study or returning to study after a long break? You may want to consider taking Quick Skills Modules, short online courses that are designed to help you get the most out of your studies. There are six modules available:

  • An Introduction to Project Managing Your Studies
  • Setting Study Goals and Objectives
  • Managing Risks and Optimising Potential
  • Getting to Know Your Study Materials
  • Scheduling Tasks and Time
  • Preparing for and Sitting Exams

Each module can be completed within three hours. Contact a SEEK Learning consultant now for more information about these optional modules.

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Enjoy Comprehensive Support

Get all the support you need as you study towards your qualification. You have access to:

  • Student advisors
  • Online forums
  • Study groups
  • Online library resources
  • Online guidance on study skills and writing
  • A dedicated student association

About RMIT University & Open Universities Australia (OUA)

This course is delivered by RMIT University, in partnership with OUA.

About RMIT University

RMIT University is one of Australia's largest universities, with Victorian and international campuses. Through partner relationships and online learning, RMIT degrees are delivered to 12 countries around the world.

Graduates from RMIT enter the workforce job-ready for careers in industry and the community.

Learn more about RMIT University.

About OUA

OUA offers a wide range of distance-based courses and units from Australia's leading universities. All OUA qualifications are identical to those gained on-campus - and all are FEE-HELP approved.

With OUA, you can enrol anytime, mix and match units, and study at your own pace, while enjoying comprehensive support services.

Learn more about OUA.

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