Why study a Graduate Certificate in Sustainable Sourcing, Procurement and Logistics with UTS Online?

Contemporary curriculum informed by the latest global trends in supply chain with a focus on sustainable sourcing, procurement and logistics

Co-developed with industry practitioners to provide relevant and practical skills in demand by employers

Practice-based online learning combining the latest theory and analytical techniques with interactive course material and live case studies

Learn in a collaborative online environment in your own time – anywhere, from any device.

Career outcomes

12.9%

The projected growth for Supply Chain Managers by 2032.
(Burning Glass Technologies, 2022)


$130k

The average salary for Procurement Managers (Hays, 2022).


Completing a Graduate Certificate in Sustainable Sourcing, Procurement and Logistics could lead to roles such as: 

  • Procurement Lead 
  • Procurement Manager 
  • Operations Coordinator 
  • Supply Chain Manager 
  • Production Manager 
  • Logistics Manager 

Master of Supply Chain Management
Graduate Certificate + 8 subjects from the Master of Supply Chain Management

UTS’s 100% online Master of Supply Chain Management will advance your technical, analytical and managerial capabilities to be able to drive strategic and innovative solutions, building resilient, sustainable and inclusive supply chains for the future.

Learning outcomes

Upon successful completion of the Graduate Certificate in Sustainable Sourcing, Procurement and Logistics, you will develop skills through the following learning outcomes:

Critical thinking and analysis
Apply critical thinking and analytical skills to identify opportunities and formulate creative options for complex real-world problems in sourcing, procurement, logistics, and supply chain management.

Stakeholder management
Develop interpersonal skills and communication strategies to effectively engage and influence diverse stakeholders at multiple levels.

Ethical principles
Understand the principles of ethics, sustainability, and knowledge relevant to Indigenous contexts as supply chain managers to make informed, positive decisions to engage with Indigenous businesses in sourcing, procurement and logistics.

Technical and commercial capability
Apply knowledge of sustainable sourcing, procurement and logistics concepts with technical and commercial capabilities to lead professional practice.

To learn more about how these learning outcomes can help you advance your career, get in touch with our Student Enrolment Advisors.

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Who is this course for?

The UTS Online Graduate Certificate in Sustainable Sourcing, Procurement and Logistics is suitable for those who wish to:   

  • Understand the environmental and ethical implications of procurement and the methods, tools and strategies to support sustainable and ethical practices 
  • Pave the pathway into a career in operations and supply chain management, procurement and logistics 
  • Feel confident and capable of managing future disruptions in their industry 
  • Develop their interpersonal and communication skills to effectively engage and influence stakeholders 
  • Broaden their capacity as a professional to expand or diversify their career opportunities 
  • Gain practical skills that they can immediately apply within their workplace 
  • Gain entry into the Master of Supply Chain Management 

See entry requirements under course information for more eligibility information.

What you will study

The UTS Online Graduate Certificate in Sustainable Sourcing, Procurement and Logistics comprises four subjects (24 credit points) and can be completed in as little as eight months. 

The course includes the following subjects: 

  • Strategic and Sustainable Sourcing    
  • Logistics Network Analytics   
  • Operational Procurement and Contract Administration   
  • Global Logistics & Distribution  
A pathway to a Master of Supply Chain Management

UTS Online’s Graduate Certificate in Sustainable Sourcing, Procurement and Logistics is comprised of four subjects. On successful completion of this course, you will have the opportunity to progress on to the Master of Supply Chain Management. 

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    Certificate
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Course information

Entry requirements

Applicants must demonstrate one of the following:  

  • Satisfactory* completion of a UTS recognised bachelor's degree, or an equivalent or higher qualification.   
  • A minimum of four (4) years full-time, or equivalent, relevant** post-secondary work experience and a general capacity to undertake tertiary education.  

 

Additional requirements 

Applicants with an academic qualification must also satisfy one of the following:    

  • Satisfactory completion of a bachelor degree, or an equivalent or higher qualification in a related Management, Commerce, Economics, Econometrics or Engineering discipline, OR   
  • Satisfactory completion of a bachelor degree, or an equivalent or higher qualification in a related discipline other than related Management, Commerce, Economics, Econometrics or Engineering AND two (2) years full-time, or equivalent, relevant** work experience   

*Satisfactory completion is defined as more than 75% of all subjects completed at pass level (conceded pass not included).  

**The relevant work experience must be demonstrated through a C.V. and a Statement of Service, confirming the dates of employment and the position held within the organisation. 

Eligibility for admission does not guarantee offer of a place. 

Upon satisfactory completion of the Graduate Certificate in Sustainable Sourcing, Procurement and Logistics, students can articulate into the Master of Supply Chain Management

 

English language requirements

Local applicants with international qualifications must satisfy English language requirements with an IELTS overall score of 6.5 with a writing score of 6.0.

For applicants without an Academic IELTS score, refer to the UTS Register of English Language Requirements Proficiency for other methods of satisfying the English Language requirements for the course/s.

For more information, schedule a 15-minute call with a Student Enrolment Advisor.

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Graduate Diploma
All units from the Graduate Certificate + 4 Diploma units or continue studying

The Graduate Diploma focuses on giving you the foundational skills that industry demands plus the soft skills to influence business decisions at senior management levels. 

The fast-tracked model means you can graduate with a diploma in just over a year, plus it gives you a pathway to study the Master of Business Analytics. 

FEE-HELP

To assist with all or some of your tuition fees, FEE-HELP is available for eligible students. This government-supported loan scheme is designed to help eligible full-fee paying students pay their tuition fees.

To check your eligibility, feel free to speak with an Enrolment Advisor today.

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Masters
All units from the Graduate Certificate + 4 Diploma units or continue studying

The Graduate Diploma focuses on giving you the foundational skills that industry demands plus the soft skills to influence business decisions at senior management levels. 

The fast-tracked model means you can graduate with a diploma in just over a year, plus it gives you a pathway to study the Master of Business Analytics. 

Upcoming intakes

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