Business Administration - Supply Chain and Operations Management (Optional Co-op)
How To Apply
Program Details
- Program Code2507
- SchoolThe Business School
- CredentialOntario College Advanced Diploma
- Program TypePost-secondary program
- Program Length3 years/ 6 semesters
- LocationProgress Campus
- Emailbusiness@centennialcollege.ca
- Telephone416-289-5000 ext. 52280
Program Availability
- Program Overview
- Courses
- Career Options and Education Pathways
- Admission Requirements
- Co-op Option
- How to Apply
- Tuition and Fees
- Program Vocational Learning Outcomes
- The Business School Student Success Guide
- Advising
The Business School will be offering a variety of delivery modes for new students in all programs. These can include, asynchronous learning, synchronous learning, hybrid, and on-campus deliveries, including evenings and weekends.
The Business Administration - Supply Chain and Operations Management Advanced Diploma will prepare students with necessary skills to effectively and efficiently run a business. One of the most interactive aspects of this Business School program will involve learning to integrate manual and computer-based systems, such as Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software, as they relate to supply chain management activities.
During the three years of study students will acquire the expertise to improve productivity, develop a master production schedule, by using materials requirements planning (MRP), balance supply and demand, construct a detailed project management plan, and develop and implement quality management programs. Other areas of curriculum coverage include, but is not limited to …
• Purchasing and inventory management;
• Supply chain and logistics management;
• Operations planning;
• Direct supervision and quality assurance;
• Analysis of operations processes to identify productivity improvements;
• Application of business process re-engineering (BPR) techniques to simplify and streamline organizational processes;
• Planning and designing quality improvement programs;
• Applying team approach principles to effectively analyze and recommend solutions to operations problems.
Program Overview
The Business School will be offering a variety of delivery modes for new students in all programs. These can include, asynchronous learning, synchronous learning, hybrid, and on-campus deliveries, including evenings and weekends.
The Business Administration - Supply Chain and Operations Management Advanced Diploma will prepare students with necessary skills to effectively and efficiently run a business. One of the most interactive aspects of this Business School program will involve learning to integrate manual and computer-based systems, such as Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software, as they relate to supply chain management activities.
During the three years of study students will acquire the expertise to improve productivity, develop a master production schedule, by using materials requirements planning (MRP), balance supply and demand, construct a detailed project management plan, and develop and implement quality management programs. Other areas of curriculum coverage include, but is not limited to …
• Purchasing and inventory management;
• Supply chain and logistics management;
• Operations planning;
• Direct supervision and quality assurance;
• Analysis of operations processes to identify productivity improvements;
• Application of business process re-engineering (BPR) techniques to simplify and streamline organizational processes;
• Planning and designing quality improvement programs;
• Applying team approach principles to effectively analyze and recommend solutions to operations problems.
Courses
Career Options and Education Pathways
Program Highlights
- Completion of several SAP modules, an enterprise resource planning software that is recognize as being a world leader in supply chain application software, leading to a Certificate of Recognition in SAP.
- Students will also have an opportunity to earn two Canadian International Freight Forwarding Association (CIFFA) credentials: the Canadian International Freight Forwarder Association (CIFFA) certification as well as the International Federation of Freight Forwarding Association (FIATA) certification. Both credentials are well recognized within the transportation industry and will enhance a student’s understanding of domestic and international supply chains.
- The Centennial alliance with the CIFFA organization provides students access to professional resources and services.
- Students will have the opportunity to gain unique, first-hand experience and practical knowledge of market research and strategic planning through participation in an International Capstone Project.
- The opportunity to gain experiential learning through external classroom exposure in the forum of field trips to local companies and college sponsored Faculty-Led International Programs (FLIP).
Global Citizenship and Equity Portfolio
You will develop a portfolio documenting your engagement with the College's signature global citizenship and equity competencies. For more information on Global Citizenship and Equity, the GC&E Portfolio, opportunities for international travel and the supports available to you, please visit //www.centennialcollege.ca/about-centennial/innovation-inclusion-reconciliation-and-healing/global-citizenship-and-equity-integration.
Career Outlook
- Scheduler
- Logistics coordinator
- Inventory planner
- Sourcing specialist
- Quality control technician
- Buyer
- Transportation coordinator
- Warehouse operator
- Production coordinator
- Inventory clerk
- Distribution clerk
- Customer Service
Education Pathways
Start in a diploma program, end with a degree! Graduates of this Business Administration - Supply Chain and Operations Management advanced diploma program have the opportunity to apply learning achieved at Centennial for credits toward further study at the degree level. Listed below are the degrees from partnering institutions that are available for this program.
Please note that each partner has minimum admission requirements to be met in order to qualify for transfer credits, which are assessed by the receiving partner institution.
| Partner Institution | Degree Program |
|---|---|
| Algoma University | Bachelor or Honours Bachelor of Arts in multiple majors |
| Bachelor of Science in multiple majors | |
| Athabasca University | Bachelor of Commerce post diploma |
| Bachelor of Commerce with major post diploma | |
| Bachelor of Human Resources and Labour Relations post diploma | |
| Bachelor of Management post diploma (3-year) | |
| Bachelor of Health Administration post diploma (3-year) | |
| Conestoga College | Bachelor of Business Administration in International Business Management |
| Guelph-Humber, University of | Honours Bachelor of Business Administration |
| Lakehead University | Honours Bachelor of Commerce in Business Administration |
| Bachelor of Business Administration (3-year) | |
| Bachelor or Honours Bachelor degree in any major | |
| Laurentian University | Honours Bachelor of Business Administration |
| Bachelor or Honours Bachelor of Arts in multiple majors | |
| Nipissing University | Honours Bachelor of Commerce |
| Bachelor of Commerce (3-year) | |
| Bachelor or Honours Bachelor of Arts in multiple majors | |
| Ontario Tech University | Honours Bachelor of Commerce |
| Honours Bachelor of Arts in Educational Studies | |
| Royal Roads University | Bachelor of Business Administration in Innovation and Sustainability |
| Bachelor of Commerce in Entrepreneurial Management | |
| Seneca Polytechnic | Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies |
| Sheridan College | Bachelor of Business Administration - Supply Chain Management |
| Toronto Metropolitan University | Bachelor of Commerce in Business Technology Management degree completion |
| Bachelor of Commerce in Business Management | |
| Wilfrid Laurier University | Bachelor or Honours Bachelor of Arts in multiple majors |
| Windsor, University of | Honours Bachelor of Commerce |
| York University | Bachelor or Honours Bachelor degree in any major |
| Honours Bachelor of Public Administration | |
| Bachelor or Honour Bachelor of Commerce | |
| Honours Bachelor of Human Resources | |
| Honours Bachelor of Communication Studies | |
| Honours Bachelor of International Studies (English & French) |
Please visit our website at //centennial.adv-pub.moveonca.com/outgoing-home/ for more information on articulation agreements.
For pathways to other Ontario post-secondary institutions, please visit ONTransfer.
Educational Partners
Qualified graduates may be eligible to participate in an articulated program with select universities, institutes and professional associations. These partnerships allow you to apply academic credit towards further study.
The Business Administration – Business Operation Management program's educational partners are:
- Algoma University
- Laurentian University
- Nipissing University
- Royal Roads University
- Ryerson University
- University of Lethbridge
- University of New Brunswick
- Ontario Tech University
- University of Windsor
Please note: The qualification requirements and costs for each external accreditation, designation, certification or recognition are set by the granting body — not by Centennial College. In order to qualify for any external accreditations, designations, certifications or recognitions, students and graduates will need to follow the processes and meet the applicable requirements listed on the websites and in the materials of those external bodies.
Areas of Employment
- Retailing
- Third party logistics
- Freight forwarders
- Fulfillment centers
- Government agencies
- Exporting
- Transportation sector
- Manufacturing
- Distribution
- Warehousing
- International trade
- Purchasing sector
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent; or mature student status (19 years or older)
- Grade 12 English College or University preparation, or equivalent (minimum grade required); or take the Centennial English Admission Test
- Grade 11 Mathematics College, Mixed or University preparation course or Grade 12 Mathematics College or University preparation course, or equivalent (minimum grade required), or take a Centennial College Business Math Skills Assessment for Admission
Additional Requirements
Co-op Option
The co-op option in this program will provide you with the opportunity to gain hands-on experience while you complete two co-op work terms as an employee in the field. This experience not only allows you to put classroom learning into practice, but will also provide valuable contacts for your future career.
To participate in this co-op option, you will need to complete an application process in the second semester. If academically qualified, you may be admitted to the co-op program. Academically qualified students who are accepted into the program will register for the co-op preparation course as scheduled.
Co-op Requirements
- Minimum of 80% of courses completed from semester one and two combined
- Completion of COMM-160/161 by the end of semester 2 with a C grade (60%) or higher
- A cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher (this must be maintained for the duration of the program)
- Students must be legally eligible to work in Canada
- Students who meet the above prerequisites will submit their application for co-op to the Career Services & Cooperative Education Department in semester 2
Note: Meeting the minimum co-op program requirements does not guarantee admission into the co-op program
How to Apply
1. Apply Online
Domestic Students
If you are applying through the Better Jobs Ontario Program, please apply at the Employment Training Centre (Progress Campus). The Better Jobs Ontario Program is a funding initiative for those who have been laid-off and are in need of training. For more information go to Better Jobs Ontario Program.
If you have previously attended a full-time program at Centennial College, you may be eligible for a Program Transfer. Visit Enrolment Services at any Campus for information.
All other applicants must apply online at Ontariocolleges.ca. A non-refundable application fee of $125 must accompany applications. The fee is payable online, by telephone, online banking, by mail, or in-person to Ontariocolleges.ca. For more information go to Ontariocolleges.ca Application Fees.
International Students
Apply directly to Centennial College here.
2. Submit Documents
Domestic Applicants
Current Ontario high school students and graduates from Ontario high schools: Notify your guidance counsellor that you have applied to college and your school will forward transcripts to Centennial College via Ontariocolleges.ca.
Graduates of college/university, or high school outside Ontario but within Canada: You are responsible for requesting that your educational institute sends any required documents and transcripts to Ontariocolleges.ca.
Domestic applicants who attended school outside of Canada: If you are submitting transcripts to meet admission requirements, you must have the transcripts assessed by an independent credential assessment agency such as World Education Services (WES) or International Credential Assessment Service (ICAS). For more information go to Submitting your Transcripts.
International Applicants
Please refer to the International Education Application Guide.
3. Confirm Your Offer of Admission
Offers of Admission are sent by mail to eligible applicants. When you receive your offer, you must login to your account at Ontariocolleges.ca and confirm before the Deadline to Confirm noted in your offer letter.
You may confirm only one college and one program offer at a time.
You must confirm your offer by the Deadline to Confirm noted in your Offer of Admission letter or your seat may be given to another applicant.
When you confirm your Offer of Admission at Centennial College you are given access to your personal myCentennial account where you can check your email, grades, register for courses, pay tuition fees, and see your class timetable.
4. Pay Fees
Centennial fees statements are sent by email to your personal email account and to your myCentennial email account. Fees statements are not mailed.
You must make a minimum payment by the Fees Deadline noted in your Fees Statement or your seat may be given to another applicant.
5. Build Your Timetable (Register for Courses)
Build your timetable (web-register for courses) at my.centennialcollege.ca.
Fall registration begins mid-July
January registration begins mid-December
May registration begins mid-April
Your web-registration will not open if:
You have not submitted your minimum fee payment by the deadline
You received a Conditional Offer of Admission and you have not met the conditions of your offer.
Once you have paid your fees or have made appropriate arrangements, register for your courses online through myCentennial.
Tuition and Fees
Fees noted below are estimates only. Tuition is based on two semesters, beginning Fall 2024.
| Student | Tuition (2 Semesters) | Ancillary Fees | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canadian | $2,721.00 | $1,235.34 | $3,956.34 |
| International | $16,649.00 | $1,723.52 | $18,372.52 |
Program Vocational Learning Outcomes
Program Vocational Learning Outcomes
Program Vocational Learning Outcomes describe what graduates of the program have demonstrated they can do with the knowledge and skills they have achieved during their studies. The outcomes are closely tied to the needs of the workplace. Through assessment (e.g., assignments and tests), students verify their ability to reliably perform these outcomes before graduating.
- Examine the connections between strategic objectives, stakeholder expectations, and supply chain functions, processes and roles, to support decision-making, problem-solving and coordination of tasks.
- Determine the value added and financial implications of supply chain decisions on overall business profitability, efficiency and stakeholder satisfaction.
- 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.
- Use risk mitigation tools and strategies to inform supply chain management decisions.
- Manage 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.
- Plan and schedule material requirements and resource allocation and manage inventories for efficient production and fulfillment of customer orders and returns.
- Manage the efficient handling and movement of goods, services, materials and related information within and between supply chains.
- Contribute to the identification and management of continuous improvements to functions and processes within and between supply chains.
- Use available technologies to enhance work performance and support supply chain functions, processes, transactions and communications.
- Monitor relevant trends, emerging technologies, and local and global economic, political and environmental issues to enhance work performance and guide management decisions.
- Perform tasks in accordance with policies and procedures for workplace health and safety and industry standards and best practices for professional, ethical and accountable conduct and communications.
- Maintain relationships with a diversity of stakeholders to support the achievement of business goals.
- Apply strategies for personal, career and professional development.
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Charlene Crawford, Business, GraduateI've always been told that Centennial was a great college, and based on my positive experience, I believe that is a huge understatement. I had amazing professors that genuinely cared about me and ensured that I had the necessary tools needed to start and grow a business.
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