Program Overview

Supply Chain Management – Global (graduate certificate)

Program Overview

Embark on a journey into the heart of global commerce with our Supply Chain Management – Global program. Spanning continents and industries, this certificate equips you to master the intricate flow of product, from inception to consumption, optimizing every step along the way. In Canada’s vital supply chain sector, boasting over 800,000 professionals, your expertise will be in high demand. With a blend of business acumen and technical prowess, you’ll delve deep into the interconnected web of supply chain dynamics, earning globally recognized certifications along the way. Elevate your career and stand out in the global job market with our program’s prestigious offerings, from Microsoft Office Specialist certifications to SAP credentials. Unlock your potential today.

Intakes and Availability

Admission Requirements

• Diploma or degree
• Proof of English language proficiency required

OR

• A minimum of three years of related industry experience detailed in a professional resumé with a letter of intent may be considered
• Proof of English language proficiency required

Applicants who are internationally educated in a non‐English speaking country must meet Durham College’s English Language Proficiency Policy.

Tuition

• Year one domestic: $2,999 (CAD)
• Year one international: $15,586 (CAD)

Semester 1 Courses

• Advanced Tools and Technologies In SCM (COMP 1119)
• Integrated Business Process Management (COMP 1122)
• Business Acumen for SCM Professionals (SCMT 1102)
• Supply Chain Optimization (SCMT 1103)
• Global Logistics and Transportation Management (SCMT 1104)
• Principles Of Supply Chain Management (SCMT 1105)
• Global Procurement and Supply Management (SCMT 1106)

Career Options

• Business data analyst
• Demand and supply planner
• Inventory coordinator or manager
• Operations coordinator or manager
• Production logistics coordinator
• Purchasing agent or officer
• Quality control coordinator or manager
• Supply chain manager or supervisor
• Tracking and scheduling supervisor
• Warehouse and distribution coordinator or manager

Industry Partners

• Association for Supply Chain Management (ASCM)
• National Institute of Supply Chain Leaders (NISCL)
• Ontario Public Buyers Association (OPBA)
• The Institute for Public Procurement (NIGP)
• Supply Chain Canada

Program Learning Outcomes

1. Examine the connections between strategic objectives, stakeholder expectations, and supply chain design, functions, processes and roles, to guide decision-making, problem-solving and coordination of tasks.
2. Determine the value added and financial implications of supply chain decisions and design on overall business profitability, efficiency and stakeholder satisfaction.
3. Ensure supply chain activities and transactions are compliant with relevant legal, regulatory and contractual obligations, and industry and organization standards and policies for quality, health, safety, accountability, social and environmental responsibility.
4. Use risk mitigation tools and strategies to inform supply chain management decisions.
5. Contribute to the acquisition and sale of goods, services and materials in accordance with best practices and public and private sector stakeholder expectations across a variety of industries.
6. Contribute to the strategic planning and scheduling of material requirements, resource allocation and inventory for efficient production and fulfillment of customer orders and returns.
7. Use available technologies to enhance work performance and support supply chain functions, processes, transactions and communications.
8. Monitor relevant trends, emerging technologies, and local and global economic, political and environmental issues to enhance work performance and guide management decisions.
9. Use leadership and communication skills to establish and manage strategic relationships with a diversity of stakeholders and support the achievement of business goals.
10. Develop and apply ongoing strategies for personal, career and professional development.

Tech Requirements

• Laptop: Personal computer (PC). A Mac is not recommended – see notes below*
• Operating System: Windows 10 Professional (64-bit only) and later
• Processor: Intel Core i5 or better
• Memory: 4 GB of RAM (8 GB preferred)
• Hard Drive: 250 GB or larger (Solid State Drive (SSD) preferred)
• Warranty: 3 years parts and labour (On-site preferred)
• 2 USB ports
• Webcam
• Microphone (headset preferred)

Optional Work Term

Participating in the optional work term semester is an excellent way to build your professional network, explore career paths and apply in-class teachings to real work situations.

Program Sequence

• SEPTEMBER INTAKE:
  • Fall (September to December): Academic semester 1
  • Winter (January to April): Academic semester 2
  • Summer (May to August): Optional work term
• JANUARY INTAKE:
  • Winter (January to April): Academic semester 1
  • Summer (May to August): Academic semester 2
  • Fall (September to December): Optional work term

Courses

• Semester 1:
  • Advanced Tools and Technologies In SCM (COMP 1119)
  • Integrated Business Process Management (COMP 1122)
  • Business Acumen for SCM Professionals (SCMT 1102)
  • Supply Chain Optimization (SCMT 1103)
  • Global Logistics and Transportation Management (SCMT 1104)
  • Principles Of Supply Chain Management (SCMT 1105)
  • Global Procurement and Supply Management (SCMT 1106)
• Semester 2:
  • Global Materials Management and Enterprise Resource Planning Systems (COMP 1222)
  • Leadership for Supply Chain Management Professionals (ETHC 1203)
  • Strategic Supply Chain Management - Capstone (SCMG 1200)
  • Business Analytics and Decision Making for SCM (SCMT 1203)
  • Compliance In Global Supply Chain (SCMT 1204)
  • Global Sourcing (SCMT 1205)
• Semester 3 (Optional Work Term):
  • Work Term 1 (SCMW 1000)

Administrative Fee

Once transferred to the work term option of this program, students will have an administrative fee of $475 assessed to their accounts during the academic semester(s) prior to scheduled work term(s). The administrative fee goes to support the broad array of support services provided to work term students. These services are dedicated to support student success.

Co-op Work Permits

If you are an international student enrolled in the work term option, you are required to have a valid co-op work permit before starting your work term. You must apply for and receive a Social Insurance Number in order to work in Canada. Documentation and instructions on how to apply for a co-op work permit will be provided only to students who are successful with their application into the work term option once semester 1 grades have been finalized.