Business - Supply Chain and Operations (Co-Op)

*Domestic applicants include Canadian citizens, permanent residents, protected persons and Convention refugees.
Graduates of this program may be eligible to transfer to the Honours Bachelor of Commerce (Management) at Fanshawe College and receive a one-year advanced standing.
Previous Business Supply Chain and Operations Co-op students have received work term positions such as Purchasing Assistants, Logistics Interns, Production Planners, Inventory Coordinators, Distribution Administrators and Materials Coordinators / Expediters. Co-op positions have been with companies such as 3M, General Dynamics, Trojan UV, Nova Chemicals, Peavey Industries, City of London, Stryker, RCMP, Startech.com, Magna and Walmart.
Graduates of Business - Supply Chain and Operations Co-op are prepared to enter the supply chain field in all sectors (e.g., manufacturing, health care, education, transportation, construction, government). Graduates are suited to a variety of entry-level positions including buyer, purchasing assistant, logistics coordinator, dispatcher, inventory analyst, shipper/receiver, transportation coordinator, material planner/expediter, production planner/scheduler, warehouse supervisor and operations coordinator.
There are options to transfer to complete a degree program at many other post-secondary institutions or complement your diploma with a graduate certificate offered by the Lawrence Kinlin School of Business.
This program has been approved for advanced standing toward attaining the Certified Supply Chain Management Professional (CSCMP) designation.
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Supply Chain Management Program Coordinator:
Angela Reid-Regier, B.Eng., B.Ed., MBA, PMP
Academic Advisor:
Katie Helmeczy
Applicants whose first language is not English will be required to demonstrate proficiency in English by one of the following methods:
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Take all of the following Mandatory Courses: | ||||
BUSI-1005 | Introduction to Business Processes | 3 | ||
This course explores the various functional areas of business in Canada and demonstrates the interrelationship among these areas. Students are introduced to many concepts, including major business trends, the role of government in business, marketing, operations, employee-management issues, financial resources management, business ethics and social responsibility. | ||||
ACCT-1100 | Principles of Accounting 1 | 3 | ||
This course introduces the student to the Principles of Accounting, and includes an exploration of the underlying concepts that guide the preparation of accounts for individuals and organizations. It is designed to teach the student, regardless of program destination, an essential life skill - an understanding of Net Worth, and its importance to business success and the financial well being of the individual. | ||||
WRIT-1032 | Reason & Writing Business 1 | 3 | ||
This course will introduce business students to essential principles of reading, writing, and reasoning at the postsecondary level. Students will identify, summarize, analyze, and evaluate multiple short readings and write persuasive response essays to develop their vocabulary, comprehension, grammar, and critical thinking. | ||||
MKTG-1012 | Principles of Marketing 1 | 3 | ||
This course is designed to provide an overview of the decisions that face Marketers in today's fast-paced and competitive business environment. Students will learn that marketing is not only advertising but a broad set of activities designed to satisfy consumer needs and wants. Students examine the information Marketers require for effective decision-making and learn the basic elements of the marketing planning process. | ||||
MATH-1052 | Business Math | 3 | ||
This course provides a review of basic arithmetic and algebra as well as providing students with mathematical tools and concepts needed for other college courses and in future employment. This course is to prepare students for later courses in Marketing, Business, Financial Planning, Accounting, Purchasing and Insurance. | ||||
BUSI-1060 | Strategies for Success | 1 | ||
This course presents and helps to develop some of the skills required to achieve academic and career success. Areas of focus include college resources, study skills, time management, academic integrity, emotional self-awareness and social skills development. Additionally, emphasis is placed on career readiness and preparation. | ||||
COOP-1020 | Co-operative Education Employment Prep | 1 | ||
This workshop will provide an overview of the Co-operative Education consultants and students' roles and responsibilities as well as the Co-operative Education Policy. It will provide students with employment preparatory skills specifically related to co-operative education work assignments and will prepare students for their work term. |
*Total program costs are approximate, subject to change and do not include the health and dental plan fee, bus pass fee or program general expenses.