How do I become a supply chain manager?
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PSP60616
Advanced Diploma of Procurement and Contracting
Blended, Online, Traineeship
2 weeks - 24 months
$0 - $6,500
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Bachelor of Business (International Business)
Blended, On Campus
24 - 36 months
$0 - $97,200
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Bachelor of Business (Logistics and Supply Chain Management)
Blended
36 months
$43,500
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Griffith University
Master of Business Administration (International Business)
On Campus
16 months
$65,530
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Bond University
Master of Supply Chain Management
Online
18 months
$45,140
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
The University of Melbourne
Master of Agribusiness
Blended
24 months
$20,768
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
The University of Queensland
Graduate Diploma in Agribusiness
Blended
12 months
$10,384
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
The University of Queensland
TLI50422
Diploma of Materiel Logistics
Blended
24 months
Unavailable
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Klepper Training Academy
TLI60222
Advanced Diploma of Supply Chain Management
On Campus
12 months
Unavailable
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Australia Institute of Business and Technology
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Common questions
How can I become a supply chain manager?
To become a supply chain manager in Brisbane, you may want to consider completing the Advanced Diploma of Procurement and Contracting. This qualification will equip you with the skills and knowledge necessary for a career in this industry.
Are there training providers in Brisbane?
You can train to become a supply chain manager by completing a qualification with Klepper Training Academy or Australian Centre for Financial and Environmental Compliance. Find a course provider near you. Once you make an enquiry, a course advisor will get in touch to discuss your study options and course fees.
What study modes are available?
There are several campuses within the Brisbane area that provide supply chain manager training. The nearest campus is located right in the center of Brisbane. You can also study a supply chain manager course through online learning. Find a course provider that best suits your study needs.
Further reading
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