Learn advanced skills to excel in the dynamic and complex world of supply chain management. This program prepares graduates for entry-level roles, enabling them to make strategic decisions, improve operational efficiency, and enhance collaboration.
What you will learn
Upon successful completion of this program, graduates will be able to:
- Explain supply chain processes, including procurement, logistics, inventory management, transportation, distribution, and demand forecasting.
- Make informed and strategic decisions in supply chain operations, considering factors such as cost, risk, quality, and customer satisfaction.
- Use emerging technologies and digital tools that are utilized in supply chain operations, such as artificial intelligence (AI), blockchain, Internet of Things (IoT), and supply chain management software.
- Evaluate sustainability and ethical considerations in supply chain management.
- Construct and implement strategies for risk management, contingency planning, and supply chain integration and diversification.
- Navigate the complexities of global supply chains, including international trade regulations, cultural considerations, and cross-border logistics.
- Demonstrate communication, negotiation, and conflict management skills to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders in the supply chain, including suppliers, manufacturers, distributors, governments, regulators, and customers.
- Interpret Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and apply strategies to instill a culture of continuous improvement and lean principles within supply chain operations.
- Identify, evaluate, and manage suppliers in different tiers of supply chain network.
- Apply critical-thinking and problem-solving techniques to make sound business decisions and recommendations.
What to expect
The courses will be presented using a variety of instructional strategies, resources and activities including lectures, active learning strategies, online activities, group activities, and projects.
Instructional activities require students to be actively engaged and collaborate with other students.
Admission requirements
Program-specific
- Successful completion of a minimum 3-year undergraduate degree from an accredited post-secondary institution and
- English Studies 12 with a minimum 'C' grade or equivalent
General
- This program is available to Canadian citizens and permanent residents. See program options for international students at VCC International.
- Applicants who self-identify as Indigenous are strongly encouraged to connect with VCC’s Indigenous Education and Community Engagement team to learn more about VCC’s Indigenous Enrolment policy, application preparation/completion, program advising, and a range of other individualized services.
- Applicants must be 16 years of age or older or a graduate of a secondary school. (Some exceptions may apply.)
- Applicants must submit official transcripts and other documents as required by their course or program. Seats are offered to eligible applicants with completed applications, in order of application completion date (except for programs with competitive admissions). A complete application includes an application form, evidence of educational pre-requisites (e.g. transcripts), any required supporting documents (e.g. language proficiency, audition video), and the required deposit or fee payment. If you do not meet the requirements for the term applied, your application may be cancelled.
Missing prerequisites? Learn more about VCC's tuition-free academic upgrading or English as a Second Language (ESL) courses, or discover which university transfer options are right for you.
Recommended Characteristics
- Motivated and disciplined
- Well-developed analytical and critical thinking skills
- Experienced in word processing and use of spreadsheets
Courses *
Prior learning assessment and recognition
Prior learning assessment and recognition is not available for this program.
This full-time program can be completed over four (4) terms by successfully completing the following: 12 credits (term 1), 12 credits (term 2), 12 credits (term 3), 12 credits (term 4).
| First Year | Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| OPMT 1110 | Fundamentals of Supply Chain and Logistics Management | 3 |
| OPMT 1120 | Knowledge Management & Optimization | 3 |
| OPMT 1130 | Transportation Management | 3 |
| MGMT 1015 | Applied Quantitative Skills | 3 |
| OPMT 1210 | Supply Chain Operations Management | 3 |
| OPMT 1220 | Inventory Control and Materials Management | 3 |
| OPMT 1230 | Warehousing and Distribution Centres | 3 |
| OPMT 1240 | Procurement, Contracts & Supply Management | 3 |
| Credits | 24 | |
| Second Year | ||
| OPMT 2110 | Global Supply Chain and International Trade | 3 |
| OPMT 2120 | Process Improvement and Operational Excellence | 3 |
| OPMT 2130 | Marketing Strategies & Channel Management | 3 |
| OPMT 2140 | Supplier Management & Supply Chain Risk Management | 3 |
| OPMT 2210 | Supply Chain Technology & Database Design | 3 |
| OPMT 2220 | Sustainability & Green Supply Chain | 3 |
| OPMT 2230 | Integrated Supply Chain Leadership Capstone | 3 |
| OPMT 2240 | Supply Chain Finance and Cost Accounting | 3 |
| Credits | 24 | |
| Total Credits | 48 | |
* This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.
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Explore your optionsFees and other costs *
| Fee description | Fee Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Application fee | 36 | |
| Tuition Tuition | 13498 | |
| Student union | 283 | |
| College initiative | 139 | |
| Materials | 0 | not including textbooks |
| Campus resource | 270 | |
| Laundry | 0 | |
| Tools (deposit) | 0 | |
| Coverall (deposit) | 0 | |
| Uniform (deposit) | 0 | |
| Medical and Dental | 570 | |
| Temporary Medical Insurance | 0 | |
| U-PASS | 736 | |
| Graduation | 45 | |
| Program-specific extra fees | 0 | |
| Total |
* Fees are approximate and subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors. Students are required to pay any applicable fee increases. Application and assessment fees are non-refundable. Tuition fees include a $300 non-refundable deposit.
Fees listed are for domestic students. For international programs, visit VCC International.
Any refunds are issued according to VCC's refund policy.
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