Supply Chain and Logistics
Overview
Gain a comprehensive understanding of supply chain and logistics systems to improve transportation efficiency, forecast demand, and optimize inventory levels while minimizing cost and risk.
| Tuition | $2,633 |
|---|---|
| Credential | Short Certificate |
| Length | 8 months |
| Hours | Part-time |
| Delivery | Online |
| Campus | Online |
| Tuition | Tuition and fees to be determined. |
|---|---|
| Credential | Short Certificate |
| Length | 8 months |
| Hours | Part-time |
| Delivery | Online |
| Campus | Online |
| PGWP | Not listed as eligible |
What to expect
The courses will be delivered in an Online/Asynchronous mode that will include videos, discussion forums, teamwork, case studies, and presentations.
What you will learn
- Explain supply chain and logistics principles, including the roles of transportation, inventory, and distribution in optimizing the flow of goods and services.
- Analyze and optimize transportation operations, applying principles of route planning, mode selection, and cost-efficiency.
- Apply quantitative and analytical methods to inventory management, including demand forecasting, stock level optimization, and strategic materials planning to minimize costs and risks.
- Develop integrated supply chain solutions, considering the interplay between logistics, inventory management, and transportation.
- Evaluate supply chain decisions in a business context, assessing trade-offs between cost, service levels, sustainability, and risk.
Program duration and maximum time for completion
Eight months. Maximum time for completion is three years.
Admission requirements
Program-specific
- Grade 12 graduation, or equivalent
- English Studies 12 with a minimum ‘C’ grade or equivalent
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Recommended considerations
- Learning activities and assignments in the program make considerable use of analytical and critical thinking skills.
- The program will utilize experience in word processing and spreadsheet skills and requires access to software and devices.
- The program is delivered primarily asynchronous online, requiring students to manage their own study schedules and assignment completion. Most tasks will be completed independently, but in some cases students will be expected to work in groups.
Program availability
Winter 2027 |
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|---|---|
| Program start date | Jan, Feb, Mar |
| Status | Open |
| Application opens | Jul 8, 2026 |
| Application deadline | Dec 1, 2026 |
Not currently available.
Courses
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| OPMT 1110 | Fundamentals of Supply Chain and Logistics Management | 3 |
| OPMT 1130 | Transportation Management | 3 |
| OPMT 2200 | Inventory Analytics and Strategic Materials Management | 3 |
| Total Credits | 9 | |
This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.
Fees and costs
| Application fee | $36 | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $2,633 | |
| Student union | $74 | |
| College initiative | $27 | |
| Campus resource | $52 | |
| U-Pass | $383 | Get your student transit pass |
| Graduation | $45 | |
| Total | $3,250 |
* Fees are approximate and subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors. Students are required to pay any applicable fee increases. Application and assessment fees are non-refundable. Tuition fees include a non-refundable deposit.
Refund policies vary for domestic and international students. Review the applicable policy for eligibility, deadlines, and refund amounts.
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Technical requirement
| Tuition | Tuition and fees to be determined. |
|---|
* Fees are approximate and subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors. Students are required to pay any applicable fee increases. Application and assessment fees are non-refundable. Tuition fees include a non-refundable deposit.
Refund policies vary for domestic and international students. Review the applicable policy for eligibility, deadlines, and refund amounts.
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Technical requirement
How to apply
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Fill out a PDF form and mail to:
VCC Registrar's Office
1155 East Broadway
Vancouver, B.C., V5T 4V5
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Contact us
Program information
<p>For questions about the Supply Chain and Logistic program email us at [email protected].</p>
Advising services
Phone: 604.871.7000, option 2
Email: [email protected]
Advising services for International students
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