MGC2961 Introduction to supply chain management
Faculty of Business and Economics
MGC2961 Introduction to supply chain management is a level 2, 6-credit-point, undergraduate unit from the Faculty of Business and Economics, offered in 2026 in Semester 1 at Clayton. It has no prerequisites.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2026
- Semester 1
- Clayton
- Assessment
- No exam
- 3 tasks
- Workload
- 144 hours
- per semester
This is the 2026 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.
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Requisites
Before MGC2961
Prohibitions
You can't enrol if you have passed any of these.
After MGC2961
No unit lists MGC2961 as a prerequisite in the 2026 handbook.
Enrolment rules
To be successful in this unit, background knowledge and application of maths is required at the equivalent of VCE Year 11. You may have satisfied this by completing relevant prerequisite unit/s, or you have covered relevant topics in your final years of secondary study. You should self-assess your maths competency prior to enrolling in this unit.
Overview
Supply chain management involves the effective coordination of people, organisations, technologies and processes to ensure optimal supply of products and services. Given the numerous disruptions facing organisations and their supply chains today, there is a significant need for qualified supply chain professionals who possess necessary operational skills and high-level knowledge on supply chain management to assist business achieve a future-proof supply chain with positive growth outcomes. The subject comprises crucial concepts and practices in the field of supply chain management and prepares you for professions in supply chain management in the private, public and not-for-profit sectors.
Offerings in 2026
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| First semester | Clayton | Flexible |
Assessment
- Artefact20%
- Written40%
- Demonstration40%
Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
develop a comprehensive understanding of supply chains and their complex network of players from upstream suppliers to downstream customers
- 2
demonstrate an understanding of the key theories, concepts and inventory management tools in supply chain management
- 3
understand how customer needs are changing and the importance of coordination amongst supply chain partners
- 4
develop an understanding of the role of information technologies and innovation in managing supply chains
- 5
demonstrate knowledge or skills for crafting sustainable futures for people, organisations, communities, and/or the environment.
Workload and teaching
- Tutorials24 hours
- Teaching approachActive learning
Minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 hours per semester typically comprising a mixture of scheduled learning activities and independent study. Independent study may include associated readings, assessment and preparation for scheduled activities. You are expected to complete all pre-class activities prior to your scheduled class, and post-class activities should be completed after your scheduled class. Learning activities may include a combination of teacher directed, peer directed and online engagement activities.
This unit engages you in actively applying your knowledge, skills and attributes in interactive, collaborative and reflective activities.
Learning resources
Required resources
Wisner/Tan/Leong, Principles of Supply Chain Management: A Balanced Approach, 6E.
Where it fits
MGC2961 is part of 3 areas of study in the 2026 handbook.
Contacts
- Chief Examiners
- Dr Alka Nand
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for MGC2961?
MGC2961 has no prerequisites, but enrolment rules apply.
When is MGC2961 offered?
In 2026, MGC2961 runs in Semester 1 at Clayton.
How much work is MGC2961?
The handbook expects about 144 hours of study across the semester. No students have rated its difficulty yet.
Does MGC2961 have an exam?
No. MGC2961 has 3 assessment tasks and no exam.
Which majors and minors include MGC2961?
MGC2961 is part of Management studies and Supply chain management.