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About the course
The Master of Sustainment Management at UNSW Canberra develops advanced capability in planning and managing sustainment across complex organisations, including defence and government contexts. You’ll build skills in logistics and asset support, strategy, governance and resource management to improve operational readiness and whole-of-life performance. This is a one-year master’s coursework program focused on management for sustainment outcomes. The programme builds executive-level capability in strategy, finance, operations, and organisational leadership for global business environments.
Career outcome
Graduates can pursue roles supporting sustainment and capability across defence, government and industry. Career pathways may include sustainment manager, logistics or supply chain manager, asset and maintenance management lead, procurement or contract support specialist, and capability support adviser. The program supports advancement into leadership roles responsible for long-term equipment and service performance in management-focused sustainment environments. Preparing graduates for senior management, consulting, entrepreneurship, and organisational leadership roles.
Living Costs in Canberra**
Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 23 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,584 - 2,095 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,253 - 1,657 |
Transportation (Daily) A$ 4 - 10 |
Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 264 - 348 |
Average Salary***
