Bachelor of Business (Logistics and Supply Chain Management) (Applied)

The Bachelor of Business (Logistics and Supply Chain Management) (Applied) at RMIT University focuses on the movement, storage and flow of goods and services, vital for keeping businesses competitive in Australia and globally. Across four years, students examine how raw materials become finished products and how companies coordinate these processes to balance cost, efficiency and customer demand. Course content covers procurement, inventory, transportation, warehousing, international trade, and the growing influence of information technology within supply chains.

This degree is structured in semesters, with each year comprising various units of study. Students will typically complete units totalling a set number of credit points per semester. In later years, you'll participate in work-integrated learning through an industry placement. This gives you a practical perspective on supply chain and logistics strategies within real organisations, often situated in Melbourne — a major Australian logistics hub.

The applied component ensures you graduate able to problem-solve operational issues, improve productivity, and manage the coordination required for successful supply chains. You’ll gain skills in data analysis, process optimisation, negotiation, and communication. The capstone project in your final year allows you to work on a real industry problem, often in collaboration with Australian companies.

This course suits students with an interest in how products get from supplier to customer, and those who prefer learning by doing. It appeals to those aiming to work in industries such as retail, manufacturing, distribution, or freight. RMIT students benefit from close links with Melbourne’s business community and access to guest lectures and networking events.

• Supply chain analyst in retail distribution
• Logistics coordinator with Australian manufacturing firms
• Procurement officer in government or private sector
• Warehouse operations manager
• Freight and transportation planner
• Import/export officer within Australia’s ports

Graduates can pursue work in Australia, which may be supported by the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485). During studies, students may work up to 48 hours per fortnight.