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 7-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, CSCMP from SCMAO, or CSCP credential from ASCM 
  • Study cases and experience simulations for end-to-end supply chain integration 

Program of study for September intake of 2023-24 Academic Year

This program consists of two 14-week semesters, and courses are offered in a condensed format in two 7-week blocks each semester.  Students will take 3 courses in the first half of the semester and 3 courses in the later half as per the schedule laid out below.  

Plan of Study Grid
Semester 1Credits
First 7-week block - SEP/OCT
SCM 1009 Supply Chain Fundamentals 1
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 - NOV/DEC
SCM 1010 Operations Management 3
SCM 1012 SCM Quantitative Techniques 3
BUS 1183 Prof Development Workshop 1
SCM 1008 Technology in Supply Chain 3
 Credits21
Semester 2
First 7-week block - JAN/FEB
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 - MAR/APR
MOG 1004 Business Ethics and CSR 3
BUS 1185 Accounting for Non-Finance 3
BUS 1182 Diversity and Equity Workshop 1
BUS 1136 Business Communication Strategies 3
 Credits20
 Total Credits41
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).

2023-2024

March term start

SEMESTER 1:  March - June 2024
SEMESTER 2:  July - October 2024

Spring term start

SEMESTER 1:  Spring 2024
SEMESTER 2:  Fall 2024

July term start

SEMESTER 1:  July - October 2024
SEMESTER 2:  November 2024 - February 2025

2024-2025

Fall term start

SEMESTER 1:  Fall 2024
SEMESTER 2:  Winter 2025

November term start

SEMESTER 1:  November 2024 - February 2025
SEMESTER 2:  March - June 2025

Winter term start

SEMESTER 1:  Winter 2025
SEMESTER 2:  Spring 2025

March term start

SEMESTER 1:  March - June 2025
SEMESTER 2:  July - October 2025

Spring term start

SEMESTER 1:  Spring 2025
SEMESTER 2:  Fall 2025

July term start

SEMESTER 1:  July - October 2025
SEMESTER 2:  November 2025 - February 2026
 

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 2024 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.