Program Overview

Operations and Logistics Program

The Operations and Logistics program is designed to prepare students for careers in operational and logistics functions in manufacturing, distribution firms, and government departments at all levels. The program focuses on helping organizations create, deliver, and provide products and services better, with an emphasis on efficiency, responsiveness, and sustainability.

Program Description

Every organization either manufactures a product, or provides a service, or both. "Operations" refers to the set of business processes that produce the product or service. "Logistics" refers to the set of business processes that procure inputs and distribute the finished product or service to the customer. An efficient and responsive business process is critical to optimize workflow and improve the organization’s competitiveness for success.

Am I the Right Fit for this Option?

Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential for this career track. Ideally, you’ll be efficient in project management with sharp negotiation skills and an entrepreneurial outlook. It also helps to be proficient in a second language.

Program Requirements

• Year 2 or 3: COMM_V 2041 - Logistics and Operations Management
  • If you do not complete COMM_V 204 in Year 2, you can still start the Operations and Logistics option in Year 3 by taking COMM_V 204 in Year 3 Term 1, followed by COMM_V 449 in Term 2.
• Year 3:
  • COMM_V 3402 - Service Operations
  • COMM_V 3413 - Supply Chain Management
• Year 4: Six credits from the following courses:
  • COMM_V 4144 - Data Visualization and Business Analytics
  • COMM_V 4155 - Operations and Climate
  • COMM_V 444 - Air Transportation
  • COMM_V 445 - Maritime and International Transportation
  • COMM_V 447 - Applied Project Management

Notes on Course Requirements

• COMM_V 340 was formerly numbered COMM_V 443.
• COMM_V 341 was formerly numbered COMM_V 449. COMM_V 341 may be used to fulfill requirements toward a maximum of one of the following two options: Global Supply Chain and Logistics Management or Operations and Logistics.
• COMM_V 414 may be used to fulfill requirements toward a maximum of one of the following three options: Global Supply Chain and Logistics Management, Marketing, or Operations and Logistics.
• COMM_V 415 was formerly titled Quantitative Policy Analysis.

Why Operations and Logistics?

This option is designed to prepare you for careers with operational and logistics functions in manufacturing, distribution firms, and government departments at all levels. Great communication and negotiation skills go far in this field.

Career Opportunities

Logistics is the flow of goods, information, and money throughout an organization. Careers in Operations and Logistics can be found in various industries, including manufacturing, distribution, and government. The program provides students with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in these careers, including project management, negotiation, and entrepreneurship.

Additional Information

The Operations and Logistics program at UBC Sauder School of Business provides students with a comprehensive education in operations and logistics management. The program is designed to prepare students for careers in operational and logistics functions in manufacturing, distribution firms, and government departments at all levels. With a focus on efficiency, responsiveness, and sustainability, the program provides students with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in these careers.

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