Business Administration - Supply Chain Management Major

About

The Supply Chain Management major within the Business Administration Diploma program at Bow Valley College is eligible for the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP). This program falls under the Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP) code 52.0203, which encompasses Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management, as defined by CIP 52.0203 - Supply Chain Management.

Every business exports and imports goods and services. Supply chain management professionals determine the best combinations of outsourcing and procurement. In this major, you'll learn the various aspects of business operations including procurement, logistics and transportation, supplier relations, and inventory management. With this knowledge, you can contribute to the operational efficiency of a company.

Time Commitment

This is a two-year (four term) diploma program. A standard course load is 5 courses per term. Students can maintain full-time status with at least three courses. Taking less than 5 courses per term will take longer to complete the program.

Learning Options

The Business Administration diploma program consists of core business courses and major-specific courses. Courses are available both in-class and online. Please note that not all courses may be available online each semester. Consult with the Academic Advising Team to assist with your program planning.

For courses with scheduled midterms (max two per course) and final exam, they are required to be completed in person or at an approved invigilation site.

The University of Lethbridge and Bow Valley College Integrated Pathway

A new and unique program that will train students for the high-demand profession of supply chain management. The Business and Supply Chain Management integrated pathway program will see students earn a Business Administration Diploma with a major in supply chain management through Bow Valley College and a Bachelor of Management with a major in general management through the University of Lethbridge’s Dhillon School of Business.

University Transfer (Supply Chain Specific)

Transferability is available towards SAIT's Bachelor of Business Administration degree, Supply Chain Management major (upon acceptance by SAIT).

Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP) Designation

Supply Chain Management Major program graduates who successfully complete and achieve a grade of B or higher in their BVC courses may be exempt from the following modules and workshops in the Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP) designation program.

• Module 1: Supply Chain Management (SCMT2101)
• Module 2: Procurement and Supply Chain Management (SCMT2301)
• Module 3: Logistics and Transportation (SCMT2401)
• Module 4: Operations and Process Management (SCMT2201)
• Workshop 2: Negotiation Skills (SCMT2302)
• Workshop 3: Communication and Relational Skills (MGMT1201)

Eligible Business Administration Diploma graduates are required to complete all other SCMP program requirements (modules/workshops, In-Residence Week and Final Examination) before the SCMP designation can be granted by SCMA.

Admission Requirements

• Credit in English Language Arts 30-1 or minimum 65% in English Language Arts 30-2 or equivalent
• Credit in Math 30-1 or Math 30-2 or equivalent

or

• Successful completion of the General Educational Development (GED) test that consists of five tests with a minimum score in the following sections:
  • Language Arts: Reading and Writing: 520 minimum standard score
  • Math Test: 520 minimum score

or

• Satisfactory results on the Bow Valley College Admission and Placement Test

or

• Completion of 30 credits from a recognized business program (departmental approval required)

Transferability

Transfer opportunities are available to a variety of institutions. Transfer credits are reviewed and accepted on an individual basis by the institution to which you apply.

Available Intakes

• September 2025
• January 2026
• March 2026

Tuition and Fees

Domestic Students

Term	Tuition Fees	Additional Fees	Total Fees*
Term 1	$3,165	$605	$3,770
Term 2	$3,123	$605	$3,728
Term 3	$3,144	$605	$3,749
Term 4	$3,123	$605	$3,728

International Students

Term	Tuition Fees	Additional Fees	Total Fees*
Term 1	$8,128	$605	$8,733
Term 2	$8,144	$605	$8,749
Term 3	$8,664	$605	$9,269
Term 4	$8,478	$605	$9,083

*All tuition and fees are subject to change. Program tuitions are estimates only. Your actual tuition and fees are calculated on actual course registrations and can be viewed under "Statement of Account" in MyBVC or by requesting a Statement of Account from Registrar Services.

Courses

Term 1

Code	Course	Credit	PDF
ACCT1103	Introduction to Financial Accounting	3	picturepdf
MGMT1101	Introduction to Management	3	picturepdf
MGMT1201	Business Communication	3	picturepdf
MKTG1101	Introduction to Marketing	3	picturepdf
MGMT1402	Principles of Economics	3	picturepdf

Term 2

Code	Course	Credit	PDF
HRES1101	Organizational Behaviour	3	picturepdf
MGMT1102	Introduction to Organizations and Sustainability	3	picturepdf
SCMT2201	Operations Management I	3	picturepdf
SCMT2101	Introduction to Supply Chain Management	3	picturepdf
ACCT2201	Management Accounting I	3	picturepdf

Term 3

Code	Course	Credit	PDF
MGMT2102	Project Management	3	picturepdf
MGMT2304	Introduction to Business Analytics	3	picturepdf
HRES2201	Introduction to Human Resources	3	picturepdf
SCMT2302	Negotiation Skills	3	picturepdf

Earn at least 3 credits from the following courses:

Code	Course	Credit	PDF
SCMT2303	Global Logistics and International Trade	3	picturepdf
SCMT2401	Logistics & Transportation	3	picturepdf
SCMT2501	Inventory and Materials Management	3	picturepdf
SCMT2301	Procurement	3	picturepdf
FNSR2201	Business Finance	3	picturepdf
MGMT2503	Introductory Statistics for Business Disciplines	3	picturepdf
MGMT2801	International Business	3	picturepdf

Term 4

Code	Course	Credit	PDF
MGMT2998	Business Strategy	3	picturepdf
MGMT1601	Business Law	3	picturepdf
FNSR2101	Introduction to Insurance and Risk Management	3	picturepdf
SCMT2601	Quality Management	3	picturepdf

Earn at least 3 credits from the following courses:

Code	Course	Credit	PDF
SCMT2997	Supply Chain Specialization: Service Learning	3	picturepdf
SCMT2998	Supply Chain Specialization: Capstone Project	3	picturepdf
SCMT2999	Supply Chain Specialization: Field Placement	3	picturepdf

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