Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Supply Chain Management

Program Overview
Admission Requirements
Application Deadlines
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International students who submit their study permit application on or after 11/1/24 should verify Canada's Field of Study eligibility requirements for Post Graduate Work Permit (PGWP).

General Requirements

  • Completed a Bachelor’s degree at an accredited university
  • Obtained an overall undergraduate average of 70% Canadian equivalent or higher
  • Submit scanned original copies of transcript
  • Submit scanned original copy of degree completion certificate
    • See CBU’s English Language Requirements here.

Program Requirements for International Students

  • Completed a Bachelor’s degree at an accredited university
  • Obtained an overall undergraduate average of 70% Canadian equivalent or higher
  • Submit scanned original copies of transcript
  • Submit scanned original copy of degree completion certificate
  • See CBU’s English Language Requirements here.

If students wish to perform a preliminary assessment converting grades into the Canadian equivalent, please use the following tool: https://www.scholaro.com/grade-conversion/

Note that this does not guarantee acceptance into the program, and is to be used solely as a reference point.

General Transfer Student Requirements

  • In order to transfer to CBU you must be in good academic standing at your current/previous institution.
  • You must meet the general admissions requirements (or the post-secondary equivalent) for the program, found under the Canadian or International tabs of this tool.
  • To see if your institution is an articulation partner, please view our articulation agreements page.
  • Please email us if you have specific questions about admission requirements and transferring to CBU:
CANADIAN DEADLINES
Winter 2025
December 15, 2024
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INTERNATIONAL DEADLINES
Winter 2025
October 15, 2024
Spring 2025
January 15, 2025
Fall 2025
April 15, 2025
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Please note that application deadlines may close early if enrolment targets are met prior to the posted application close date.

Help The World Operate With Precision

In Canada, the supply chain is one of the most essential sectors of the economy involving more than 767,000 workers from a range of occupations and industries. Cape Breton University’s newly designed courses introduce all facets of supply chain management from a theoretical and practical perspective.

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Organizations increasingly place emphasis on improving their operations and supply chain performance. This is because efficient management of transportation and logistics is vital to economic growth. That’s why the Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Supply Chain Management program at CBU involves the management of materials, finances and information as they move from manufacturer to the end user.

What is the tuition for this program?

These numbers are an estimate for planning purposes only, and include tuition for the entire 2 year program. These numbers do not include health plan or accommodation fees.

Sample Courses

Why study at CBU?

CBU is the only university on Canada’s east coast to offer the Supply Chain Management diploma. With professors who are conducting leading-edge research and an energetic campus environment both at our main campus and off-campus Cineplex classroom location, CBU will become more than your university– it will become your home away from home. The supply chain is one of the most essential sectors in the economy in Canada. CBU gives you the opportunity to apply your acquired skills to real-life projects through a business internship or capstone project to help kick start your career with real life experience. CBU offers a unique program that includes core business courses such as Marketing and Accounting in addition to Supply Chain Management courses. This program also offers the potential for facilitated internship work experience based on meeting minimum requirements.

What skills will I gain from this program?

  • Learn to identify potential markets and develop alternative collaborators to achieve sustainable competitive advantage
  • Gain an understanding of information technology tools for effectively coordinating the activities of supply chain stakeholders
  • Gain an understanding of how strategic sourcing constitutes an integral part of a procurement strategy
  • Understand risks in global sourcing which can include cultural differences, currency exchange volatility, and exposure to financial and political risks

Experiential Learning Opportunities

  • INTERNSHIP
    • Optional up to 16-week work internship. Potential employers include: 
      • Exxon Mobile
      • Loblaws
      • Oxford Frozen Foods
      • Protocase
      • Louisbourg Seafoods
    • 20.1% of students enrolled secure an internship 
    • 45 internships completed each semester approximately
  • CAPSTONE PROJECT
    • Optional capstone project that reflects real-world knowledge. The capstone project provides opportunities to work with nonprofits, small businesses and entrepreneurs. Organizations include:
      • Highland Arts Theatre
      • Celtic Air
      • Digital Introspection 
    • 178 capstone projects completed each semester on average
In 2024, graduates in this industry earn an average of $19.89 per hour and $41,371 annually
89% of graduates retain employment with their internship employer.
Possible career paths include Supply Chain Analyst, Procurement Specialist, Inventory Analyst Planner and Supply Chain Manager.
Meet a 2024 Graduate: Alejandro Cardenas

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