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Businesses rely on trained Supply Chain professionals to manage product inventory and distribution

Supply Chain Management Training Program in British Columbia

Supply Chain Management professionals play an important role in keeping commerce moving. Skilled professionals in this field make sure businesses receive quality materials and oversee the effective and efficient shipment, delivery and receipt of products we rely on.

If you are a driven, organized multi-tasker, training to become a Supply Chain Management professional could be an excellent opportunity for you.

With the option to choose the traditional program or add a co-op experience, this program caters to your individual career goals and learning preferences.

The best way to see if Cambria College is the right fit for you is to come in and visit the school. You can tour our facilities, and meet with both students and instructors. Book an Appointment Now or Get more info.

Supply Chain Management

38 or 76-Week* Diploma | $65,175 median annual salary**

  • Expected Job Openings in BC (2023-2033): 1,520**
  • Graduates hired by manufacturing firms, warehouses, & government agencies
  • Advance into Operations Management, Logistics Analysis, Distribution Management, and much more!


**https://www.workbc.ca/career-profiles/supervisors-supply-chain-tracking-and-scheduling-coordination-occupations visited on May 30, 2024. Salary source for supervisors, supply chain, tracking and scheduling coordination occupations in British Columbia with lowest 10% earning $41,600 to the highest 10% of workers earning $92,102.

Becoming a Professional Supply Chain Management Professional

This program allows the students to learn the fundamental management techniques in the practical world of supply chain management. Supply Chain Management (SCM) with Co-op graduates will develop their competence and specialized skill set in both the manufacturing and service industries.

Students will also learn the complex transformation path of moving the goods from the source to consumers. The course also articulates knowledge, skill, and ability in areas of the transportation and warehousing sectors. Students will have a greater understanding of risk management in supply chain and strategies of mitigation.

Various subjects in the program would provide a well-rounded knowledge required by small and medium enterprises. Industry based case studies will stimulate a greater understanding of the issues faced in the operations and supply chain management.

This program is eligible for up to $3,000 in scholarships.

Co-op Placement Option Available

Cambria College offers a 38-week* Supply Chain Management program for those who wish to take a shorter program and quickly start a career. Alternatively, you can spend an additional 38 weeks* completing a 760-hour co-op placement.

This gives you a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience and develop professional networks while completing your Diploma program. You’ll gain comprehensive knowledge and skills that you can apply in any hospitality setting.

Course Breakdown
Course NoName of SubjectHours
SCOM001Introduction to Technology and Microsoft Office60
SCOM002Managing Academic Strategies20
SCOM003Principles of Supply Chain Management60
SCOM004Supply Chain Operations, Logistics and Distribution60
SCOM005Materials Management and Procurement60
SCOM006Transportation Systems & Reverse Logistics60
SCOM007Supply Chain Risk Mitigation and Management60
SCOM008Warehouse Design & Planning60
SCOM009International Logistics and Customs Regulations60
SCOM010Supply Chain and Demand Management40
SCOM011Accounting and Bookkeeping Management40
SCOM012Data Managerial Information System40
SCOM013Project and Operation Management60
SCOM014Total Quality Management40
SCOM015Business Law, Contracts & Negotiations40
Total760

Program Duration

Total Program Hours760
Total Program Weeks38*

Admissions Requirements

Applicants must meet the following requirements prior to acceptance into the program:

  1. High School Graduation or equivalent OR mature student status (19 years or older prior to starting the program)
  2. Prior to acceptance applicants must meet at least one of the following language proficiency requirements:
    1. Completion of 3 years of full-time secondary education (a combination of Grades 8-12 or BC Adult Graduation program), including English 12 with a grade of ‘C’ or higher from a country where English is one of the principal languages, or
    2. Completion of 2 years of full-time post-secondary education at an accredited institution where English is the language of instruction, or
    3. Provide verified results for one of the English language proficiency tests listed below. Test results must be dated no more than two years before the start date of the program.
      1. International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic: overall score of 5.5 or higher.
      2. Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) iBT: overall score of 46 or higher
      3. Canadian Academic English Language (CAEL) Test: overall score of 40 or higher
      4. Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program (CELPIP): minimum score of Listening 6, Speaking 6, Reading 5 and Writing 5
      5. Cambridge English Language: B2 First exam (FCE): overall score of 160 or higher
      6. Pearson Test of English (PTE): overall score of 43 or higher
      7. Duolingo English Test (DTE): overall score of 95 or higher

Learning Objectives

Upon successful completion of the program, you will be able to:

  • Examine connections between supply chain design, processes and roles, stakeholder expectations, operations, logistics and distribution to guide critical and analytical thinking and communication skills to problem solving and coordination of tasks.
  • Determine financial implications of supply chain decisions and design and value add to the overall business profitability, improve efficiencies and stakeholder satisfaction.
  • Apply risk mitigation strategies and create efficiencies within supply chain management decisions
  • Provide leadership and decision-making skills when handling the movement of goods, services, and materials between supply chains
  • Utilize appropriate technologies to streamline efficiencies within workplace performance functions, transactions, and communications
  • Display and apply leadership skills to manage and secure strategic relationships with stakeholders to support operational business targets
  • Apply latest industry related technologies, monitor industry trends, observe both domestic and international economies along with political environments to guide decision making and business goals
  • Procure optimal inventory and materials management to ensure that the proper balance between production and capacity are reached

Program Fees

Domestic Students: 

  • Application Fee: $250
  • Assessment Fee: $100
  • Tuition: $18,000
  • Textbooks: $1,965
  • Others: $50

Total: $20,365

Domestic Students (With Co-op): 

  • Application Fee: $250
  • Assessment Fee: $100
  • Tuition: $19,000
  • Textbooks: $1,965
  • Others: $50

Total: $21,365

International Students: 

  • Application Fee: $500
  • Assessment Fee: $250
  • Tuition: $23,500
  • Textbooks: $1,965
  • Others: $50

Total: $26,265

International Students (With Co-op): 

  • Application Fee: $500
  • Assessment Fee: $250
  • Tuition: $24,500
  • Textbooks: $1,965
  • Others: $50

Total: $27,265

Career Opportunities

  • Supply Chain & Logistics Manager
  • Material Manager
  • Procurement Director
  • Sourcing and procurement specialist
  • Purchasing manager
  • Pricing coordinator
  • Supply and demand analyst
  • Demand forecasting lead
  • Supply chain logistics planner
  • Supply chain coordinator

Designed to prepare graduates for NOC 0113.

This program has been approved by the Private Training Institution Regulatory Unit (PTIRU) of the Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills.

This program, along with all other programs at Cambria College, is not eligible for the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) program.

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Richmond: (604) 242-4000
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Vancouver: (604) 428-7500
Victoria: (778) 265-7547

*Program length when completed in normal time