Every business depends on the movement of goods and services. Supply chain professionals play a critical role in making sure this flow is efficient, cost-effective, and reliable. In this major, you’ll gain skills in procurement, logistics, transportation, supplier relations, and inventory management—equipping you to support a company’s operational success.

Program Length
This is a two-year (four-term) diploma program. A standard course load is five courses per term, though you can maintain full-time status with at least three. Taking fewer courses will extend your completion time.

Learning Options
The Business Administration diploma includes both core business and major-specific courses. Classes are available in person and online, though not all courses may be offered online each semester. For some courses, midterms and final exams must be completed in person or at an approved invigilation site. Academic Advisors are available to help you plan your pathway.

Pathway Opportunities

• 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: Graduates may also transfer into SAIT’s Bachelor of Business Administration degree, Supply Chain Management major (subject to acceptance).

Professional Designations
Graduates with strong performance in their courses (grade of B or higher) may be eligible for exemptions from several modules and workshops in the Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP) designation program, including:

• 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)

To complete the SCMP designation, graduates must also finish the remaining modules, workshops, In-Residence Week, and Final Examination as required by SCMA.

PGWP Eligibility
This program is eligible for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) under the Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP) code 52.0203 – Supply Chain Management. International students can confirm eligibility by consulting the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) website.

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