Build a high-demand career in global trade and logistics. The Supply Chain Management major in the Business Administration Diploma at Bow Valley College provides students with the skills and expertise to manage the flow of goods, services, and information across complex supply networks.
Recognized under CIP code 52.0203, this program qualifies for the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP), making it an excellent choice for international students who wish to stay and work in Canada after graduation.
Program Overview
From procurement and logistics to supplier relations and inventory control, this two-year diploma program teaches you to improve operational efficiency and drive business success.
Key Program Features
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PGWP Eligible under CIP 52.0203 – Logistics, Materials & Supply Chain Management
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Integrated Pathway to earn a Bachelor of Management from the University of Lethbridge
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University Transfer options to SAIT for a BBA in Supply Chain Management
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Courses available in-class and online (not all courses may be online every semester)
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Prepares students for SCMP (Supply Chain Management Professional) designation
Core Learning Areas
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Procurement and Sourcing Strategies
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Logistics and Transportation
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Supplier & Vendor Relationship Management
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Inventory and Operations Management
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Business Communication and Negotiation Skills
Program Duration & Delivery
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Duration: 2 years (4 terms)
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Course Load: 5 courses per term (minimum 3 for full-time status)
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Format: In-person, online, or blended (midterms and final exams must be invigilated in person or at an approved site)
Career Pathways
Graduates of this program are prepared for roles such as:
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Procurement Officer
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Logistics Coordinator
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Inventory Manager
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Supply Chain Analyst
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Transportation Planner
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Operations Supervisor
SCMP Designation Pathway
Eligible graduates with a B grade or higher in key courses may be exempt from several SCMP modules and workshops, fast-tracking their professional certification through the Supply Chain Management Association (SCMA).
- Academic Requirement: Credit in English Language Arts 30-1 or minimum 65% in English Language Arts 30-2 or equivalent, Credit in Math 30-1 or Math 30-2 or equivalent
- ELP Requirement: IELTS 6.0 (6.0), PTE: 59-64, TOEFL: 83, Duolingo: 110
- If you withdraw from a credit course, it is your responsibility to tell the Registrar as soon as possible.
- You must complete a Drop/Withdrawal form.
- If you want a refund, you have to tell the Registrar that you are withdrawing before the drop deadline.
- The College calculates your refund based on the date you stopped attending classes.
- If you withdraw before the first day of classes you will get a 100% refund of tuition (minus the Confirmation Deposit).
- You will get a 100% refund of mandatory fees and third party fees.
- If you withdraw after the first day of classes but before the Drop Deadline, you will get a 100% refund of tuition and some fees. Some fees will not be refunded.
- If you withdraw after the Drop Deadline you will not get a refund.
- The College does not refund application fees.
- If you submit proof of Visa/ study permit refusal by November 26 (Visa Approval/Denial Deadline). The $1,500 confirmation deposit and any additional *tuition and fees paid will be refunded. To qualify for a tuition refund students must first drop all registered courses in their MyBVC student portal. Students in these programs are personally responsible for emailing registrar@bowvalleycollege.ca to request their courses be dropped to qualify for a refund.
- We recommend you review the tuition and fees, refund and important dates and deadlines pages for additional relevant information.
- Application Fee: $140
- LOA Deposit: $1,500
- Annual Tuition Fee: $17,441
- Total Tuition Fee: $35,752
- Course Duration: 2 years
- Credentials: Diploma
- Intake: Jan 26, May 26
- Academic transcripts (Official Canadian transcripts and official Pathway transcripts must be sent directly from the institution to admissions@bowvalleycollege.ca. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted for review while we wait for official transcripts to arrive.)
- Passport
- Proof of English Language Proficiency
- CV (Include email id, phone no, full address, education, work experience)
- Your Alberta Student Number (ASN). You already have an ASN if you’ve attended or applied to any school or post-secondary institution in Alberta. Use the ASN Lookup service to find your ASN. If you do not have an ASN, the ApplyAlberta system will assign one to you.
- When using an authorized agent or representative, please make sure to complete and the Consent to Release Information form. Submit this form through your VAS account.