Business - Purchasing

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Program Description

Business - Purchasing is a two-year Ontario College Diploma with a co-op option. The program adheres to the curriculum of the Purchasing Management Association of Canada (PMAC) – Certificate in Supply Management Program, allowing students to apply for PMAC's Certificate in Supply Management, a designation recognized by employers across Canada. The curriculum covers theory and application of supply management in private and public sector environments. Specifically, courses address material sourcing, transportation methods, inventory, retail management, negotiation skills, and analytical techniques. Students also enhance their computer skills and their business communication skills. Graduates, equipped with the skills required to improve an organization's profitability and operations, are in high demand in both the private and public sector.

University Transfer Credits and Degree Completion

For information concerning the Degree Pathways for this program visit www.fanshawec.ca/degreepathways. 

Applicant Selection Criteria

1. Preference for Permanent Residents of Ontario.
2. Receipt of Application by February 1st.
3. Achievement in the Admission Requirements.

Co-operative Education

This is a two-year program with optional co-op.  Students who fulfill both the academic and co-op requirements of the program will be eligible to graduate with a co-op endorsed diploma.  More information about co-operative education can be found at www.fanshawec.ca/coop

Other Information

• Business - Purchasing graduates can apply for the Certificate in Supply Management through the Purchasing Management Association of Canada (PMAC).
• Students entering Level 1 (Semester 1) of the program in January are expected to proceed into Level 2 (Semester 2) of the program in the summer term.  Students entering Level 1 of the program in March or May will proceed to Level 2 of the program in September.