About this program

  • Credential Awarded: 3 Year Advanced Diploma
  • Campus: Niagara-on-the-Lake
  • Code: 0490 P0490
  • Delivery Length: 3 Years
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Overview

Are you interested in a management career that keeps your finger on the pulse of operations?

As a Business Administration – Supply Chain and Operations Management (Co-op) graduate, you lead frontline business operations which are critical to the success of your organization.

Highlights
  • Immersive co-op work term.

  • Experience working with suppliers and small businesses.

  • Hands-on, experiential learning in enterprise resource planning/Systems, Applications and Products (SAP) integrated data systems.

  • Graduates of this program will be granted advanced standing towards the Certified Supply Chain Management Professional (CSCMP) designation.

  • Graduates can pursue professional accreditations through associations such as The Canadian Institute for Traffic and Transportation (CITT) and the Association for Supply Chain Management (ASCM).

  • Program is a member of the SAP University Alliance, a global provider of integrated enterprise resource planning software.

Career Opportunities
  • Business systems and applications specialist
  • Distribution and logistics manager
  • Financial and cost analyst
  • Inventory controller
  • Industrial marketing specialist
  • Production/operations supervisor or manager
  • Productivity improvement specialist
  • Project or small business manager
  • Production manager
  • Purchasing manager
  • QS/ISO quality systems specialist
  • SAP enterprise resource planning specialist
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Courses

Term one (2024 Fall)
Code Course Name Credits
COMM1133 Writing Strategies 3
INTL1100 Fundamentals of International Trade 3
MKTG1301 Principles of Marketing 3
OPER1401 Operations Management I 3
PERS1301 Human Resources Management 3
MICR1493 Computer Applications 3
Term two (2025 Winter)
Code Course Name Credits
ACCT1198 Financial Accounting Concepts 3
COMM1340 Business Communications 3
ECON1441 Macroeconomics 3
MATH1206 Mathematics of Finance 3
MICR1583 Spreadsheet Applications 3
MKTG1320 Professional Selling I 3
Term three (2025 Fall)
Code Course Name Credits
COMM1445 Business Reports 3
MATH1310 Statistical Concepts 3
OPER1330 Operations Planning and Control I 3
OPER1503 Supply Management 3
ACCT1300 Managerial Accounting 3
Elective Information

Completion of additional General Education elective 1 course required

Term four (2026 Winter)
Code Course Name Credits
MGMT1141 Organizational Behaviour 3
BUSN1155 Canadian Business Law 3
OPER1432 Operations Analysis and Control 3
OPER1433 Transportation and Logistics Management 3
OPER1434 Operations Planning and Control II 3
Elective Information

Completion of additional General Education elective 1 course required

Term five (Co-op) (2026 Spring)
Code Course Name Credits
COOP1404 Co-op Work Term I 0
Term six (2026 Fall)
Code Course Name Credits
ENTR1123 The Entrepreneur 3
MGMT1314 Enterprise Resource Planning 3
OPER1510 Supply Chain Management for Services, Capital Goods, Major Projects and the Public Sector 3
MGMT1510 Project Management Fundamentals 3
MGMT1511 Knowledge Management 3
MGMT1512 Strategic Planning 3
Term seven (2027 Winter)
Code Course Name Credits
ENVR9190 Organizational Sustainability 3
MGMT1501 Integrated Strategic Management 3
OPER1609 Operations Management II 3
OPER1610 Operational Quality Standards 3
OPER1611 Applied Management 3
MGMT1610 Leadership, Professionalism and Negotiation Skills 3
Program Outcomes Term: 1244
  1. Examine the connections between strategic objectives, stakeholder expectations, and supply chain functions, processes and roles, to support decision-making, problem-solving and coordination of tasks.

  2. Determine the value added and financial implications of supply chain decisions on overall business profitability, efficiency and stakeholder satisfaction.

  3. Ensure supply chain activities and transactions are compliant with relevant legal, regulatory and contractual obligations, and industry and organization standards and policies for quality, health, safety, accountability, social and environmental responsibility.

  4. Use risk mitigation tools and strategies to inform supply chain management decisions.

  5. Manage the acquisition and sale of goods, services and materials in accordance with best practices and public and private sector stakeholder expectations across a variety of industries.

  6. Plan and schedule material requirements and resource allocation and manage inventories for efficient production and fulfillment of customer orders and returns.

  7. Manage the efficient handling and movement of goods, services, materials and related information within and between supply chains.

  8. Contribute to the identification and management of continuous improvements to functions and processes within and between supply chains.

  9. Use available technologies to enhance work performance and support supply chain functions, processes, transactions and communications.

  10. Monitor relevant trends, emerging technologies, and local and global economic, political and environmental issues to enhance work performance and guide management decisions.

  11. Perform tasks in accordance with policies and procedures for workplace health and safety and industry standards and best practices for professional, ethical and accountable conduct and communications.

  12. Maintain relationships with a diversity of stakeholders to support the achievement of business goals.

  13. Apply strategies for personal, career and professional development.

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Admission Requirements

Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent including the following required course(s):
  • English – any Grade 12 (C) or (U), or equivalent
Recommended Courses and/or Skills:

These courses and skills may help you succeed academically in this program, but they are not required for admission.

  • Mathematics – any Grade 12 (C) or (U)
Selection and Ranking

Applications are evaluated based on the published admission requirements. When the applicant provides proof of meeting the requirements, an offer of admission can be issued, provided space is available in the program.

Learn more about admission decisions.

Program Requirements
Transportation
  • Students are responsible for their own transportation in order to complete program requirements which may not be readily accessible by public transportation.
  • Program requirements could include co-ops, placements, volunteer requirements, practical labs, field projects, assignments, clinicals, or any other off-campus visits required as part of the program’s curriculum.
Computer/Technology Requirements

Students are responsible for ensuring that they have a Microsoft Windows 10 based desktop or laptop system that meets or exceeds the following general personal computer technology requirements:

  • A desktop or laptop system running on an updated Microsoft Windows 10 operating system.
  • Minimum 256GB SSD storage and 8 GB memory.
  • An integrated or peripheral video camera, microphone and speaker system.
  • Reliable internet connectivity with Broadband capabilities (a minimum download speed of 5 Mbps) is recommended.

Niagara College will not be able to provide support for systems different than the above specifications. Any provided software may not operate properly. Academic software for your courses (supported under the Microsoft Windows 10 operating system) will be made available for download and remote use. Access will also be provided to remote high performance computer labs if software downloads are not feasible.

Note: There is no support for Chromebooks or Apple products for this program. (learn more)

Computer/technology requirements may be subject to change without notice.

All costs associated with program requirements are the responsibility of the student.

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Availability

Domestic Applicants Apply
International Applicants Apply
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Open

Accepting applications

Waitlisted

Eligible applications will be placed on a waiting list

Closed

Not accepting applications

Suspended

No longer offered this term

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Pathways

Explore your pathway options What are pathways? for the Business Administration – Supply Chain and Operations Management (Co-op) program below.

  • From NC to
    Athabasca University Bachelor of Commerce (Post-Diploma) Canada
  • From NC to
    Athabasca University Bachelor of Human Resources & Labour Relations (Post-Diploma) Canada
  • From NC to
    Athabasca University Bachelor of Management (Post-Diploma) 3 Year Canada
  • From NC to
    Griffith University Bachelor of Business Australia
  • From NC to
    Niagara University Bachelor of Science in Business Education, Grades 5-12 United States
  • From NC to
    Niagara University Bachelor of Science in Management United States
  • From NC to
    Seneca College Honours Bachelor of Commerce - Business Management Canada
Did you know?

Applicants with previous postsecondary education will be assessed for transfer credits upon receipt of an official transcript from their previous institution. There is no fee for this service.

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Tuition

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Co-op

A program with a co-op (co-operative education) component means that the curriculum combines an in-class education along with hands-on experience of working a job in the program's field of study.

During co-op work terms students are able to link what they learned in the classroom in a real workplace. Understanding the skills they've developed academically helps create a more meaningful college experience, and means they are better prepared for their career after graduation.

For Students
  • Co-op terms are paid. Earn while you learn!
  • Practice the skills you’ve learned in the classroom.
  • Gain experience in your field of study before you graduate.
  • Develop references and connections.
  • Hone your skills with feedback from your employer.
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For Employers
  • Low cost with tax credits and other funding available.
  • Hire for peak season, staff coverage, special projects, etc.
  • Help prepare students with career-related work experience.
  • Minimal training required.
  • Proven recruiting strategy for future staff.
Hire NC Co-op Students

Studying at Niagara College has brought me a lot of valuable experiences. My professors all have a big passion for teaching, and they taught and shared their experiences.

Hoa, program graduate
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