307974 v.1 Master of Commerce (Logistics and Electronic Business)

MComLogstElectrnBus(Curtin)

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Introduction
This master by coursework is designed for logistics or electronic commerce professionals who wish to increase their knowledge or skills in the management and strategic application of electronic business in logistics environments. The program combines theory, research and practice and incorporates a range of new concepts, methodologies and technologies aimed at supporting organisations in achieving corporative objectives by the application of computing and communications based technologies in electronic business environments.

Recognition of Prior Learning
Students who have already completed the Postgraduate Diploma in Electronic Business may apply for recognition of prior learning for up to a total of 200 credits. Waiver from specific units may be approved but will require substitution in an approved unit by the Course Coordinator.

Duration and Availability
This fee paying course is two years full-time or equivalent part-time study.

Intermediate Awards
A student who has successfully completed all the requirements of the Postgraduate Diploma in Logistics and Electronic Business may apply under exceptional circumstance provisions for graduation in that award, subject to approval of the Head of School/Department. For further definition refer to the Statement and Awards section under General Information.

Course Organisation
This masters program consists of two stages. The first stage is the Postgraduate Diploma of Logistics and Electronic Business, and the second stage is the masters by coursework. The Master of Commerce (Logistics and Electronic Business) consists of units of study totaling 400 credits. Stage II incorporates advanced coursework in logistics and electronic business. Students may choose to undertake a research project or optional units.

Professional Recognition
With a prior computing related degree graduates may be able to apply and obtain membership of the Australian Computer Society and the British Computing Society. Students successfully completing the degree may also be able to apply for membership of the Hong Kong chapter of the Chartered Association of Logistics and Transport.

Career Opportunities
Students generally find employment in management roles in organisations involved in logistics and electronic business.

Additional Course Expenses
Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other vital study materials. In addition, students may also need to contribute some of the cost of consumables, which varies depending on the area of study.

Course Structure				Hrs/Wk	Credit
Year 1 Semester 1
11730	v.4		Advanced Problem Solving for IS Managers 501	3.0	25.0
11741	v.3		Managing Information Systems Projects and Risks 501	3.0	25.0
12216	v.3		Principles of Enterprise Logistics Management 501	3.0	25.0
13013	v.4		Enterprise Network Infrastructure 501	5.0	25.0
					100.0
Year 1 Semester 2
11745	v.4		Research Methods for Information Systems Professionals 655	3.0	25.0
12217	v.3		Global Distribution and Transportation 501	3.0	25.0
13037	v.3		Strategies for Web Site Management 601	3.0	25.0
13038	v.3		Enterprise Network Security 601	3.0	25.0
					100.0
Year 2 Semester 1
12279	v.3		Materials Management in Enterprise Environments 502	3.0	25.0
12280	v.3		Strategic Logistics Management 502	3.0	25.0
			SELECT 2 OPTIONS		50.0
					100.0
Optional Units to Select From in Year 2 Not entered				Hrs/Wk	Credits
6427	v.4		Statistical Data Analysis 674	3.0	25.0
11454	v.4		Enterprise Network Management 612	3.0	25.0
11747	v.3		Strategic Alignment of Information Systems 601	3.0	25.0
13199	v.5		Internet Enabling Technologies 601	3.0	25.0
302120	v.3		Web Site Architecture 501	3.0	25.0
307773	v.2		Datamining and Advanced Database Management 601	4.0	25.0
307786	v.1		Information Technology Research Project 697	3.0	50.0
307787	v.1		Information Technology Research Project 698	3.0	75.0
307788	v.1		Information Technology Dissertation 699	3.0	100.0
#	Students may select a Dissertation/Project unit together with appropriate option units to the value of 100 credits
*	Or any other CBS unit approved by the Postgraduate Coordinator

Availability

Availability Information has not been provided by the respective School or Area. Prospective/current students should contact the School or Area listed above for further information.