Diploma in Logistics and Supply Chain Management
- 1040 hours / 52 weeks
- Diploma
This program provides students with comprehensive knowledge and practical skills in business, logistics, transportation, and supply chain management. The curriculum integrates core business disciplines such as management, accounting, economics, marketing, and organizational behavior with specialized studies in logistics and operations. Students will develop competencies in transportation management, inventory control, procurement, distribution, and international logistics within modern supply chain environments. The program emphasizes operational efficiency, analytical decision-making, customer service, sustainability, and ethical business practices. Learners will also explore emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence applications in logistics and supply chain operations. Students will develop industry-relevant communication, collaboration, analytical, and problem-solving competencies applicable to modern global business environments. Graduates will be prepared for entry-level careers in logistics, transportation, procurement, warehousing, operations, and supply chain management across diverse industries.
Upon completion of this program students will:
- Develop pricing strategies considering economic concepts such as marginal costing, economies of scale, and supply-demand cycles.
- Create a comprehensive marketing plan that aligns with corporate strategy, ensuring that elements of the marketing mix are consistent with one another.
- Demonstrate effective business communication skills by preparing resumes, cover letters, and social media profiles that enhance employability.
- Apply organizational behavior theories to business scenarios, identifying trends and managing human resources ethically and efficiently.
- Engage in self-assessment and job interview preparation to enhance employability, including the development of professional networking and job search strategies.
- Create clear and professional business communications across written, verbal, and digital platforms.
- Identify and explain core business processes and their role in organizational efficiency.
- Evaluate and design improved business processes aligned with organizational goals.
- Illustrate and apply supply and demand principles to predict basic market outcomes.
- Analyze and evaluate complex market scenarios to inform business decisions.
- Analyze and propose AI applications to enhance logistics operations.
- Identify ethical issues in a business situation and suggest at least three responsible and sustainable solutions.
- Analyze sustainability practices in logistics and propose strategies to reduce environmental impact while maintaining operational performance.
- Analyze inventory, transportation, warehousing, and supply chain processes to improve operational efficiency and customer service.
- Apply inventory control, forecasting, procurement, and distribution techniques to real-world logistics scenarios.
- Evaluate warehouse operations, physical inventory procedures, and transportation systems for effective resource utilization.
- Apply workplace health and safety standards, including WHMIS 2015 and CCOHS-aligned practices, to maintain a safe and compliant warehouse and logistics environment.”
- Interpret international trade regulations, customs documentation, and compliance requirements in global logistics operations.
- Develop integrated logistics and supply chain solutions that support organizational goals, cost control, and regulatory compliance.
To be eligible for admission, applicants must meet the following criteria:
1. Basic Admission Requirements
- High School Completion: Applicants must have a high school diploma or an equivalent qualification.
- Age Requirement: Minimum 19 years of age.
- Mature Student Status*: Applicants who have not completed high school and are at least 19 years of age, may apply as a mature student.
*Mature student status may be granted to applicants who are over 19 years old and have not completed high school or equivalent. The applicants will be considered for admission based on the skills and experience they have acquired since leaving school. The applicant is required to provide the most recent transcripts or proof of academic accomplishments, a resume or summary of professional accomplishments, and two professional letters of recommendation. The applicant may be interviewed by the Registrar’s or Academic office to further assess their suitability for admission to the program of study.
2. English Language Proficiency
Applicants must meet one of the following:
- Minimum scores from accepted English tests (e.g., IELTS 5.5, TOEFL iBT 46, Duolingo 95, etc.).
- Recent English proficiency test (within 2 years).
- Proof of English-language education:
- 2–3 years of secondary or post-secondary education completed in English in eligible countries.
- International credentials must be recognized by WES, ICES, or IQAS.
Requirements can vary from one program to another, so the applicant should be responsible for meeting the requirements set for every program.
Please see the Admission Requirements Guide for more information: Admission Requirements Guide.
To successfully complete the program, students must meet ALL of the following requirements:
- Achieve a minimum grade of 50% on each course’s final examination/ presentation
- Maintain a minimum attendance rate of 80% for all scheduled courses
- Obtain a minimum overall grade of 70% in each course to pass
*Based on the NOC Version 2016 1.3
Unit Group 1523 – Production logistics workers
Unit Group 1241- Administrative Assistants
Unit Group 1221 Administrative Officers
- Dispatch logistician
- Freight forwarding logistician
- Production coordinator
- Production scheduler
- Supply chain coordinator – production or Supply control coordinator
- Logistics Coordinator
- Inventory Assistant
- Distribution Coordinator
- Warehouse Operations Coordinator
- Procurement / Purchasing Assistant
- Import/Export Coordinator
- Operations Assistant / Administrative Officer
- In-class instruction
- Distance education
- Combined delivery: (both in-class and distance)
Course Title | No. of Hours |
MGNT 100 Intro to Business Management | 48 |
ECON 100 Principles of Economics | 48 |
ACCT 200 Intro to Accounting | 48 |
MGMT 200 Organizational Behavior | 48 |
MKTG 200 Intro to Marketing | 48 |
SRES 100 Social Responsibility, Ethics and Sustainability | 48 |
TTMN 100 Transportation Management | 48 |
TTIN 101 Inventory Management | 48 |
TTIO 102 Warehouse Management and Physical Inventory Operations | 48 |
TTAC 103 Trade, Customs and Compliance | 48 |
TTOM 104 Operations Management | 48 |
PDCP 100 Professional Development and Career Planning | 48 |
SCBC 100 Business Communications | 48 |
SCBP 100 Business Processes I | 48 |
SCBP101 Business Processes II | 48 |
SCD 100 Distribution I | 48 |
SCD 101 Distribution II | 48 |
SCSD 100 Supply and Demand I | 40 |
SCSD 101 Supply and Demand II | 40 |
SCPM 100 Purchasing & Supplier Management | 48 |
SCIL 100 International Logistics | 48 |
SCAL 100 Artificial Intelligence in Logistics | 48 |
Total | 1040
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SCSD 100 will be scheduled prior to SCSD 101
SCD 100 will be scheduled prior to SCD 101
SCBP 100 will be scheduled prior to SCBP 101
SCBP 100 and TTOM 104 will be scheduled prior to SCAL 100
Program Duration
1040 hours / 52 weeks
Credentials Provided
Diploma
Delivery Mode
Inclass, Hybrid, and Online
Total Program Fee:
| Details | Domestic Students | International Students |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | CAD 25,190 | CAD 25,190 |
| Application Fee | CAD 150 | CAD 150 |
| Administration Fee | CAD 500 | CAD 500 |
| Textbooks | CAD 2,350 | CAD 2,350 |
| Course Materials | CAD 100 | CAD 100 |
| Other Fee | CAD 500 | CAD 500 |
| Course Retake | CAD 850 per course | CAD 850 per course |
| Copy of Transcript | CAD 20 per copy | CAD 20 per copy |
Application Fee: CAD $150
Text Books: CAD $2,087
Course Materials: CAD $250
Other: CAD $250
