Short courses designed to keep you ahead of the curve in the world of transport, logistics and supply chain management.

Bus operator accreditation

Completing the Bus Operator Accreditation Scheme (BOAS) Online Training Course run by the Institute of Transport and Logistics Studies at the University of Sydney is one of the requirements to become accredited by Transport for NSW as competent to operate bus and coach services for public passenger bus services.

Foundations of Intelligent Supply Chain Management

This microcredential is for managers and business owners who want to broaden their understanding of supply chain management and the latest trends and technological developments in managing complex supply chains. This course is delivered online in partnership with our Institute of Transport and Logistics and GS1 Australia.

Discrete Choice Analysis

Discrete choice analysis and stated choice methods are widely used across various fields to study the behavioural responses of individuals, households, and other organisations. This short course is designed to provide both theory and practical experience in building and estimating simple and more advanced choice models, as well as in generating stated choice experimental designs. Additionally, the course covers future developments in the field of discrete choice analysis. While the course covers theory, it also involves spending significant time in a computer lab to build models using real data and generate simple surveys.

Certificate of Transport Management

The Certificate of Transport Management offers a valuable opportunity for professional development in the bus and coach industry and the community transport sector. This annual short course introduces participants to the latest industry advancements, emphasizing crucial management, planning, and policy skills essential for industry success. Recognized as a significant achievement for middle and senior management, this certificate is a launchpad for career advancement. Supported by Transport for NSW, BusNSW, and private operators, this program is a pathway to success in the transportation industry.

Strategic AI and Data Science for Supply Chain Management

Envision a world where data science and AI empower supply chain management to reach new heights of efficiency and innovation. Join us in this online microcredential course, offered in partnership with GS1 Australia, to explore the boundless potential of AI and data science in revolutionising supply chain strategies. This hands-on learning experience will equip you with the knowledge and confidence to harness the power of AI in managerial contexts, inspiring informed and forward-thinking decision-making. This course is your gateway to mastering AI and data science in the context of supply chain management.

Infrastructure

This short course emphasises essential management skills for handling complex infrastructure projects. It covers project selection, business case development, and post-financial project management. The course will explore the workforce shift towards energy transmission projects, the emphasis on maximizing existing infrastructure, governance improvements, proposed toll reforms, and changes in PPP procurement. It is designed for junior and middle management professionals involved in infrastructure planning, financing, and implementation.

Travel Demand Management

This brief course on Travel Demand Management (TDM) covers new trends in TDM implementation such as remote work, Mobility as a Service (MaaS), green transport, and active travel. The objective is to showcase the latest TDM developments, provide an understanding of key concepts, and encourage critical thinking about TDM topics. The course will be led by Professor John Nelson, with a qualified team of lecturers from the University and industry.

Railway planning

The Railway Planning and Operations program provides a comprehensive overview of railway planning and operations. Taught by Dr. Nigel Harris, a renowned railway planner, the course offers invaluable insights into the field. Dr. Harris boasts a wealth of experience, including pioneering research in fares policy at Newcastle University and extensive work in network modeling during his tenure at London Underground. His proficiency in service planning, operational simulation, demand forecasting, scheme appraisal, and railway business planning across diverse international contexts positions him as an unrivaled expert in railway economics.