Course Overview:

This foundational course provides an in-depth exploration of supply chain management as a strategic function that integrates sourcing, production, logistics, and customer service across organizations. Drawing on global case studies and best practices, students will examine how supply chains create value through effective coordination and alignment with business strategy. Key topics include supply chain network design, demand forecasting, inventory management, transportation, and performance metrics. The course emphasizes the role of supply chain drivers— such as cost efficiency, responsiveness, quality, and sustainability—and how these can be optimized through strategic planning and operational excellence. Students will also learn to assess trade-offs in supply chain decisions, understand the impact of globalization and technology on supply chain design, and explore risk mitigation approaches in dynamic markets. By the end of the course, learners will be equipped to analyze, evaluate, and improve supply chain systems that support organizational competitiveness and resilience.

Prerequisite:

  • The students must have completed grade 12 or equivalent education, or mature student status (19 years or older).
  • All applicants must meet one of the following Language Proficiency Requirements (LPR):
    • Completion of 2 years of secondary education (including English 10 and 11 with grade of ‘C’ or higher) from a country where English is one of the principal languages, or
    • Completion of 2 years of full-time post-secondary education at an accredited institution where English is the language of instruction, or
    • Students from non-English speaking countries must have completed grade 12 or equivalent education and provide verified results for one of the English Language Proficiency tests with minimum scores listed below:
      • IELTS 6.0, TOEFL 50, CAEL 45, CELPIP 6.5, DET 105, PTE 47, PCE 175, CAMBRIDGE B2 Level, LANGUAGECERT B2 Level, MET B2 Level, ITEP 3.8, EIKEN Grade Pre-1. or
    • Provide proof of achieving at least 65% in Grade 12 English (or equivalent) from a recognized institution.
  • Mature Student Applicants
    • Applicants who are 19 years of age or older at the start of the program, are Canadian citizens or permanent residents, and are unable to provide official secondary or post-secondary education records may demonstrate English proficiency by:
      • Submitting a signed attestation confirming they have completed at least three years of full-time education in English in a country where English is one of the primary languages and
      • Completing the Accuplacer English Assessment (Next Generation: Reading, Writing, and WritePlacer) with the following minimum scores:
        • Reading: 235
        • Writing: 235
        • WritePlacer: 4

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the students will be able to:

  • Explain the structure, objectives, and functions of supply chains.
  • Analyze the flow of goods, information, and capital within supply networks.
  • Evaluate key supply chain performance metrics.
  • Identify drivers of effective supply chain design and integration.
  • Discuss the role of SCM in achieving business competitiveness and sustainability.

Course Content & Topics:

Class 1: Understanding Supply Chains
Class 2: Supply Chain Strategy and Strategic Fit
Class 3: Supply Chain Drivers, Performance, and Metrics
Class 4: Distribution Networks and Customer Fulfilment
Class 5: Supply Chain Network Design
Class 6: Global Supply Chains, Risk, and Resilience
Class 7: Demand Forecasting
Class 8: Aggregate Planning and Sales and Operations Planning
Class 9: Supply Chain Coordination and Integration
Class 10: Inventory Management and Product Availability
Class 11: Transportation, Warehousing, and Logistics
Class 12: Sourcing, Procurement, Quality, and Supplier Management
Class 13: Sustainable Supply Chain Management
Class 14: Digital Supply Chains, Resilience, and the Future of SCM

Credit Information:

  • Credits: 3

Duration:

  • 14 Weeks: 3 hrs/week

Course & Related Fees:

  • Domestic & International: $700 (Seven hundred dollars)

For a detailed breakdown, please refer to Policy #S-005 Programs & Course Fee Schedule

Non-Refundable Fees:

  • Application Fee: $50.00/course (payable online and non-refundable)