Supply Chain Management

Supply chain management is about managing the flow of materials, information and finances as they move from supplier to manufacturer, to retailer, to the end-consumer. It deals with the purchase of raw materials, the process of manufacturing the goods, the storage of the goods, and the delivery of the goods. Operating these functions in an effective and efficient way has become critical as businesses face worldwide competition. Students gain an understanding of the various relationships within supply chain activities.

Why choose Deakin?

At an undergraduate level, an supply chain management specialisation can be studied through the Bachelor of Commerce (BCom). Deakin's BCom is internationally recognised and EPAS accredited by the European Foundation for Management Development (EFMD). EPAS is an international quality benchmark for business programs worldwide. Deakin is the only Australian university with EPAS accreditation for its Bachelor of Commerce.

Career opportunities

A Supply Chain Management major sequence can provide a background for a career in virtually every industry - manufacturing, service, government or retail - locally and overseas. You may be working as a supply and procurement manager, distribution manager, inventory manager, import/export goods manager, transportation manager, eBusiness or electronic trading manager, or operations manager.