Define customer satisfaction – cut through roadblocks and streamline supply chains
From start to finish, what processes convert market demand into finished products in the hands of customers? Discover the answer by undertaking the learning journey into the exciting and growing field of logistics and supply chain management.
You’ll gain the technical and analytical skills to lead teams to operate faster and more efficiently in the demanding and complex global supply chain field. By exploring topics such as strategic sourcing, inventory and operations management, transportation and logistics, warehousing and distribution, project management, and enterprise resource planning, you’ll learn how to develop strategies to go lean, mitigate risks, and sustain competitive advantage for your organization's supply chains.
Program highlights
- Delivered with series of condensed seven-week courses
- Learn the latest technologies, trends, and techniques to improve supply chains
- Gain the essential body of knowledge to pursue professional certifications like SCMP designation from Supply Chain Canada, CSCL from NISCL, or CSCP credential from ASCM
- Study cases and experience simulations for end-to-end supply chain integration
Program of study for September intake of 2025-26 Academic Year
This program consists of two 14-week semesters, and courses are offered in a condensed format in two seven-week blocks each semester. Students will take three courses in the first half of the semester and three courses in the later half as per the schedule laid out below.
| Semester 1 | Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| First 7-week block - SEP/OCT | ||
| SCM 1009 | Supply Chain Fundamentals | 1 |
| SCM 1001 | Inventory and Materials Management | 3 |
| SCM 1004 | Warehousing and Distribution Center Management | 3 |
| SCM 1016 | Strategic Sourcing | 3 |
| BUS 1184 | Sustainability Workshop | 1 |
| Second 7-week block - NOV/DEC | ||
| BUS 1185 | Accounting for Non-Finance | 3 |
| MOG 1004 | Business Ethics and CSR | 3 |
| BUS 1136 | Business Communication Strategies | 3 |
| BUS 1182 | Diversity and Equity Workshop | 1 |
| Credits | 21 | |
| Semester 2 | ||
| First 7-week block - JAN/FEB | ||
| SCM 1005 | Transportation and Logistics | 3 |
| PRM 1001 | Principles of Project Mgmt | 3 |
| SCM 1017 | Applied Learning Project | 3 |
| IND 1181 | Indigenous Business Workshop | 1 |
| Second 7-week block - MAR/APR | ||
| SCM 1008 | Technology in Supply Chain | 3 |
| SCM 1010 | Operations Management | 3 |
| MOG 1007 | Data Analysis Using Excel | 3 |
| BUS 1183 | Prof Development Workshop | 1 |
| Credits | 20 | |
| Total Credits | 41 | |
Note:
The above courses are delivered in a condensed format in two 7-week blocks per semester. Part-time students will be provided with a pathway to complete this program on a part-time basis.
Admission requirements
Applicants must be graduates of a diploma, advanced diploma, or degree program from an Ontario College or equivalent.
OR
Applicant must possess five years of work experience in a related field (or combination of education and work experience) as judged by the college to be equivalent. Applicants must submit a resume detailing their related experience and a cover letter outlining their competencies and preparedness for the program (any and all post-secondary transcripts must still be submitted).
Program delivery
2025-2026
Fall term start
SEMESTER 1: Fall 2025
SEMESTER 2: Winter 2026
November term start
SEMESTER 1: November 2025 - February 2026
SEMESTER 2: March - June 2026
Winter term start
SEMESTER 1: Winter 2026
SEMESTER 2: Spring 2026
March term start
SEMESTER 1: March - June 2026
SEMESTER 2: July - October 2026
Spring term start
SEMESTER 1: Spring 2026
SEMESTER 2: Fall 2026
July term start
SEMESTER 1: July - October 2026
SEMESTER 2: November 2026 - February 2027
Please note that courses may vary in the order they are offered depending on when you start the program. The sequence listed is based on a September 2025 intake. For more information about this sequence, please email the program coordinator.
Specific program pathways
Students may choose to complete this program while studying part-time. For more information on the part-time pathway, see the Program Delivery tab.
College or university degree opportunities
If you are a graduate of this program, you may continue your studies at a college or university and you may receive credit(s) for your prior college education. Refer to Cambrian's college and university agreement details for further information.
Employment opportunities
Graduates of this one-year graduate certificate program will be positioned to pursue the following:
- Supply Chain Manager
- Assistant Procurement Manager
- Area Logistics Manager
- Business Development Manager
- Inventory Control Manager
- Supply Chain Solutions Manager
Please note: Cambrian College strives to ensure the accuracy of the information on this website. Please note that the academic curriculum is continually reviewed and revised to ensure that Cambrian's programs and courses remain relevant. The College reserves the right to cancel or make changes to any course or program, fee, procedure, or campus location at any time.
