Bachelor of Applied Management (Supply Chain Logistics)
Course details
| NZQF Level | 7 |
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About the course
Tell me about this area Professionals in this space plan, coordinate and monitor the flow of goods and information across suppliers, transport providers, warehouses, production sites and customers. They manage purchasing and sourcing, stock levels and storage, and delivery schedules, using data to forecast demand and improve performance. The work balances cost, service and risk, with growing focus on sustainability and resilient supply chains.
Would it suit me? This area could suit you if you like organising, planning and keeping things on track. You might enjoy solving practical problems, working with numbers and using information to make sound decisions. It helps to be a clear communicator who can work with different people, meet deadlines and adapt when priorities shift.
What will I learn?
Inventory management and stock control Demand planning and forecasting Procurement and sourcing fundamentals Logistics and transport coordination Warehouse operations and distribution Supply chain network design Sustainability in supply chains Digital supply chain analytics
How will I learn?
Guest lectures from industry practitioners Problem-based activities using real scenarios Using digital tools and e-resources Teamwork, presentations and reporting Work-integrated learning and industry projects
Entry requirements
What if English is not my first Language? Overall IELTS 6.0 Academic 5.5 Listening 5.5 Reading 5.5 Writing 5.5 Speaking If English is not your first language, we want to make sure that you will be successful in your chosen programme of study. Please provide a result from a test or qualification on the acceptable alternatives English Proficiency Outcomes Chart.
About the provider
Ara Institute of Canterbury is recognised as one of New Zealand’s leading tertiary institutes. Specialising in applied, vocational and professional training, it offers more than 150 courses from foundation to postgraduate level.
Ara caters to a diverse range of learners; from school leavers and career changers to professionals wanting to upskill and individuals seeking to re-enter the workforce.
All Ara students benefit from the Ara Advantage: relevant courses, taught by inspirational mentors in real-life learning environments. Almost every Ara programme includes work-integrated learning. Work placements, apprenticeships, industry-based projects and internships ensure students are work-ready when they graduate.
Across its six campuses, Ara’s dedicated tutors and non-academic staff support students throughout their study journey. A comprehensive range of student services - such as financial assistance, learning support, health and wellbeing services, accommodation, childcare and student events – contributes to the success of every student.
It also has six additional small community hubs which deliver free digital upskilling and personal development courses.