Supply Chain Management

Program Overview

The Supply Chain Management program at St. Lawrence College equips students with the knowledge and skills to succeed in the supply chain management field. The program covers a wide range of topics, including transportation, procurement, inventory management, and risk management. Students benefit from an integrated field placement opportunity upon completion of the coursework, preparing them for careers as materials managers, purchasing managers, and other supply chain professionals.

Program Outline

Supply Chain Management Program at St. Lawrence College

Degree Overview:

Overview:

• The Supply Chain Management program builds on students' previous education and work experience to introduce all facets of supply chain management and logistics from a theoretical and practical perspective.
• The program provides a comprehensive understanding of the principles and techniques considered essential for employment in this sector.
• Students benefit from an integrated field placement opportunity upon completion of the coursework.

Objectives:

• Equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in the supply chain management field.
• Develop students' understanding of the principles and techniques of supply chain management.
• Provide students with practical experience through a field placement opportunity.

Description:

• This program is designed for students who want to pursue a career in supply chain management.
• It covers a wide range of topics, including transportation, procurement, inventory management, and risk management.
• Students will learn how to apply these principles to real-world situations through case studies, simulations, and projects.

Outline:

Semester 1:

• CARE 5003 - Career Preparation
• COMP 5001 - Data Analysis for Supply Chain Management
• MGMT 5004 - Transportation Systems
• MGMT 5009 - Strategic Sourcing
• MGMT 5019 - Leadership in the Supply Chain Sector
• INBU 009 - Introduction to International Business
• PROJ 1001 - Principles of Project Management

Semester 2:

• CARE 5004 - Career Readiness
• MGMT 5005 - Supply Chain Risk Management
• MGMT 5010 - International Logistics, Customs and Regulations
• MGMT 5016 - Data and Financial Management in Supply Chains
• MGMT 5017 - Sustainability
• MGMT 5003 - Inventory and Warehouse Management
• Restricted Elective - Placement OR Culminating Project

Assessment:

• Students will be assessed through a variety of methods, including assignments, exams, presentations, and a field placement project.
• The weighting of each assessment method will vary depending on the course.
• Students must achieve a minimum passing grade in all courses to complete the program.

Teaching:

• The program is taught by experienced faculty who are experts in supply chain management.
• The program uses a variety of teaching methods, including lectures, discussions, case studies, simulations, and projects.
• Students have access to a variety of resources, including a dedicated library, computer labs, and industry-specific software.

Careers:

• Graduates of the program are prepared for a variety of careers in supply chain management, including:
• Materials manager
• Retail and wholesale buyer
• Purchasing manager
• Strategic sourcing analyst
• Supervisor in materials handling
• The program also prepares students for further study in supply chain management or related fields.

Other:

• The program is offered on a full-time basis, and students can graduate in one year.
• The program is open to students with an Ontario College Diploma or University Undergraduate Degree.
• The program is offered at the Cornwall campus of St. Lawrence College.
• The program is accredited by the Canadian Supply Chain Sector Council.

Testimonials:

• "The Supply Chain Management program has given me the tools to impact in a positive way any company that decides to hire me."
• Sebastian Giraldo Marin
• Sultan Kittaneh