Postgraduate Diploma in Logistics and Supply Chain Management

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Locations and dates
No start dates are currently available. Register to be informed when new dates are added.
Length

40 weeks full-time including 8 weeks of study breaks
Total credits

120
Fees

2021: $7,500 plus $240 Student Services Levy; 2022 Fee TBC

A Compulsory Student Services Levy applies ($2 per credit).

Fees listed are for each year of the programme, indicative only and may vary with course selection.

View course details for individual fees.
National qualification code

3691

The logistics and supply chain industry is massive and global

This programme is no longer available, please register your interest.
As an alternative, you might want to consider gaining a major in Logistics by studying either the Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Management(external link), or, the Master of Applied Management(external link).

Logistics is an innovative industry with constantly emerging business processes changes, enterprise software, tracking-and-reporting technologies, and business models. This programme is designed for people who seek to gain advanced skills and knowledge in logistics and supply chain management to apply to their business environment, whether it be domestic or international business.

The industry has been significantly disrupted by the COVID19 pandemic both at the global scale and at the local domestic scale. Companies need professionals that can effectively manage procurement, just-in-time delivery, and relationships with third-party suppliers, be able to control their own costs, score win-win solutions with partners, ensure business continuity, and ultimately develop a core competency that underpins competitive advantage and better prices and service for customers.

For these reasons, trained and skilled logistics and supply chain managers are in demand in New Zealand, in our major export markets (e.g., India, North Asia, SE Asia), and globally.

Aims of Programme

The aim of this programme is to produce work-ready graduates with the personal attributes, advanced specialised knowledge and practical skills necessary to make an immediate and innovative contribution to organisations engaged in, or wishing to engage in logistics and supply chain management whether locally, nationally or internationally.

Graduates will be able to successfully manage complex tasks and strategic challenges in the logistics and supply chain industry. During your studies, students are provided opportunities to further develop their abilities to critically evaluate data and qualitative information and to analyse industry trends, in order to assess supply chain vulnerabilities and risks, opportunities to reduce cost and improve performance and to identify, implement, and manage tactics that are innovative and value-adding for their enterprise.

Entry requirements

Academic requirement

A Bachelor’s degree or a Graduate Certificate or a Graduate Diploma in a similar subject

Relevant skills and knowledge acquired through appropriate work or professional experience

Alternative Entry

Applicants who are unable to evidence that they meet the Academic Entry Requirements, but who can demonstrate acquired skills for tertiary study gained through study, work and/or life experience, maybe approved for alternative entry. This may include Recognition of Prior Learning. Contact NMIT for advice.

English language requirements

If English is not the applicant’s first language they will need to provide a result from a test or qualification on the acceptable alternatives English Proficiency Outcomes Chart.(external link)

Applicants who do not have evidence of English language skills and are a New Zealand citizen or permanent resident, may contact NMIT for an assessment.

IELTS 6.5 Academic (no lower than 6.0 in any subtest)

Note: Applicants who have achieved NCEA Level 3 University Entrance requirements are not required to provide evidence of English language skills

Information for applicants

It is strongly recommended that students are able to competently utilise digital applications and technologies at an advanced level.

NMIT provides a wide range of computing facilities on its campuses. However, students must have access to a computing device, software and a broadband internet connection suitable to complete blended courses Specific computing requirements will be provided in programme enquiry information packs and published on the NMIT website. Access to a device capable of capturing digital images, video and/or audio is also required.

Students will be required to supply their own computing equipment for regular use during classes and other activities to enable a true blend of online and other digital technologies to enhance their learning. This is often referred to as Bring Your Own Device (BYOD).

Selection

All applicants for the programmes may be interviewed by the Curriculum Manager or delegate. Interviews are to provide information and guidance about the programme and ensure applicants receive an overview of the programme and are aware of the expectations and requirements for successful study.

All applicants who fulfil the Entry Requirements will be accepted onto the programme in the order that their application is received.