Business – Supply Chain & Operations (SCO)

The Business – Supply Chain & Operations program will prepare you to meet rising industry demand for professionals who can manage risk, streamline operations and navigate global supply chain challenges in complex, tech-driven environments.

This program connects core concepts with real-world applications, providing you with hands-on experience. You will be trained in supply chain logistics, transportation, procurement, inventory control, quality standards, production processes and more — preparing you to support and optimize operations in complex, interconnected systems. You’ll also strengthen your skills in problem-solving, critical thinking, professional communication, networking and collaboration.

Experiential learning opportunities in this program include innovative capstone projects and access to in-demand tools such as enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems and generative artificial intelligence (Gen AI). You also have the opportunity to complete an optional work-integrated learning term to gain valuable industry experience.

By the time you graduate, you will be able to manage the movement of goods and services, mitigate risk, analyze operations using financial and trend data, and leverage technology to improve supply chain performance. 

Throughout the Business – Supply Chain & Operations program, you will develop the following skills:

• Supply chain, purchasing and inventory management 
• Risk and operations management
• Leadership, teamwork and project management
• Data analytics and decision-making
• Effective communication and negotiation

As a graduate of this program, you may work in various industries such as manufacturing, retail, transportation and public administration. You can explore career options such as:

• Inventory analyst
• Inventory control specialist
• Inventory planner
• Logistics coordinator
• Procurement coordinator
• Production planner
• Purchasing clerk
• Supply chain specialist
• Supply chain process analyst
• Supply chain coordinator

Every Seneca diploma has a degree pathway. You have the opportunity to continue your studies and complete a degree at Seneca or a partner institution.