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Bachelor of Science - Logistics Analysis

Bachelor of Business
Logistics Analysis 
Course Code: SBLA
 
Logistics is the science of moving materials around the world. It involves the application of strategy through skills and processes that drive all aspects of availability of resources, materials, services and information. The logistics profession operates at conceptual, functional and transactional levels. The focus on internal processes to yield more efficiency gains and the opening of global markets has lead to an increased importance of the international logistics network. It is the fifth largest sector in the Australian economy. In Australia, the state of Victoria is at the forefront of logistics excellence and Melbourne is considered as a logistics hub. Victoria University is a leading provider and education partner in logistics. VU seeks to provide industry-ready graduates to assist meet the significant shortages of professionals with the appropriate skill sets to implement and maintain logistics and transport systems.
 
HOW DOES IT WORK 
The course features 9 core subjects, 6 specialisation subjects, eight unspecified electives and a Logistics Research Project subject, making up to 24 subjects required for completion of this course.
 
CORE SUBJECTS
• Accounting for Decision Making
• Introduction to Marketing
• Professional Communication
• Introduction to Computing & the Internet
• Applied Statistics I
• Database Systems I
• Mathematical Foundations I
 
WHAT’S IN IT FOR ME? 
A Science Degree in Logistics Analysis equips you to pursue a career in the science of moving materials around the world. Graduates have a broad range of career options in purchasing, supply, warehousing, inventory management, resource management, global transport, information systems and customer service.
 
WHERE DO I STUDY? 
Footscray Park
 
SPECIALISATION SUBJECTS 
LOGISTICS TECHNOLOGY & SIMULATION
This state of the art subject will introduce students to the technologies like bar-coding and RFID used in logistics operations. It will also teach simulation techniques with computer software. Modern logistics uses a vast array of new technologies that require proficiency in application. This subject has been developed to assist students gain proficiency in using these technologies
 
LINEAR OPTIMISATION MODELING
This subject introduces the linear programming models of Operations Research often used in transportation planning and other related areas. EXCEL solve decision models are used. Students will acquire knowledge of quantitative methods for identifying the best solutions for implementation in a range of logistics processes and systems.
 
STOCHASTIC & COMBINATORIAL OPTIMISATION
This dynamic subject covers a variety of optimization tools that are used to solve management decision problems; using queuing theory, analytical hierarchy process and a number of network models. Logistics science seeks to provide a balance for competing management processes to enable companies to reduce costs whilst improving service.
 
PROJECT SCHEDULING
The critical concepts of Material Requirement Planning (MRP) and Just-In-time, both vital to modern logistics and supply chain networking are introduced in this subject. Simple & complex scheduling scenarios applying the methods of Critical Path Method (CPM) and Program Evaluation & Review Technique (PERT), using MS Project and other software.
 
PROJECT & INVENTORY ANALYSIS
The life span, costing and evaluation of projects are key aspects of this subject. Other elements of the subject include Economic Order Quantities and Safety Stock. Increasingly, success in business relies heavily on successful management of inventory. Through this subjects students will be able to offer future employers outcomes to improve business.
 
LOGISTICS ANALYSIS & SOLUTIONS
This exciting and challenging subject will help students to structure a specific problem and analyse the current industry environment in which the problem exists. Students learn to use reporting methods to provide management with options and viable solutions for issues and problems that are found in discrete areas of logistics including transport, warehousing, materials handling, inventory management and purchasing.
 
COURSE DURATION 
This course is offered over three years on a full time basis.
 
PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION 
Student membership of the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport is available for the duration of enrolment in the program. On completion of the program, students will be eligible to become Chartered Members carrying post nominal of CMILT. The program is supported by the Logistics association of Australia.
 
COURSE ENTRY REQUIREMENTS 
To qualify for admission to the course an applicant should have successfully completed Year 12 of the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE), with a study score of at least 20 in English and 22 in Mathematical Methods, or have the equivalent of these qualifications. Completing Specialist Mathematics leads to an ENTER score 3 points higher. Alternatively, entry via TAFE articulation or under mature age provisions.
 
ALTERNATIVE ENTRY
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE
Alternative entry program for students who have:
• Successfully completed Year 12 with the required pre-requisites, but who may not have achieved the required study score on all the pre-requisites
 
OR
 
• Have not studied the required mathematics pre-requisite.
 
All admissions are on an individual basis.
Pre-requisites: Unit 3 and 4 – English (any) and Mathematics (any) Extra Requirements: Applicants accepted may be required to attend an appropriate summer bridging program or enroll in one or more subjects from the Foundation Year or undertake part or all of an appropriate TAFE program.
 
FOUNDATION YEAR
An alternate option to seek direct entry is to undertake the Foundation Year. This is a one year full time course for students whose VCE results or subjects were not satisfactory to gain entry to a science or engineering course at university or for those who want to return to study. Applications must be made directly to Victoria University, not through VTAC.
 
PATHWAYS 
The University may grant credit transfer of 33 percent in a three year Bachelor Degree program or 25 percent in a four year Bachelor Program for a completed TAFE Advanced Diploma or Diploma in the same field. Credit may also be granted for prior study in an unrelated field.
 
The University will consider granting the highest level of credit transfer consistent with students’ previous studies and experience up to a maximum of the equivalent of 2 years in a three year Bachelor Degree or three years in a four – year Bachelor Degree; AND
To be granted credit, a student’s previous studies would normally be completed within a 10-year period prior to enrolment.
 
However, in rapidly changing areas more recent studies may be relevant.
 
HOW DO I APPLY? 
Refer to VU Course Index for method of application.
www.vu.edu.au/admissions
 
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
For specific information relating to courses available, entry requirements and application procedures for international students, please visit www.vu.edu.au/international for an updated list of courses offered to international students or contact Victoria University International (VUI) on +61 3 9919 1164.
 
INSTITUTE OF LOGISTICS AND SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT
The Institute of Logistics & Supply Chain Management at Victoria University brings government, industry, VET and academia together to develop, apply, transfer and share Logistics & Supply Chain Management knowledge and expertise to the benefit of Australian and regional economies.
 
CONTACT US:
 
THE FACULTY OF HEALTH, ENGINEERING AND SCIENCE
SCHOOL OF COMPUTER SCIENCE AND MATHEMATICS
 
PHONE: 03 9919 4492 OR 03 9919 4687
 
OR
 
THE CENTRE FOR COMMENCING STUDENTS
VICTORIA UNIVERSITY
BALLARAT ROAD, FOOTSCRAY
PHONE: 03 9919 4110
 
OR
 
VISIT THE WEBSITE
FOR METHOD OF APPLICATION
 




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