Do you have a knack for coordinating details and working to ensure a successful outcome? Would you like to build and apply those skills in helping organizations in purchasing, inventory or supply chain management? If yes, then our program is the right fit.
Full Time: 46 weeks*
In-class schedule: Monday to Friday
16 weeks*
A career in logistics is in-demand and this trend is expected to grow as online sales and the requirement to move goods continue to boom. An educated logistics workforce is vital to a Canadian company’s successful strategy in managing goods and services both locally and around the globe.
As a Supply Chain and Logistics Professional, you undertake numerous responsibilities which include: logistics coordination, transportation and freight operations; optimizing order frequency, cycles and transit options; goods delivery scheduling and tracking and expediting overdue shipments; sourcing suppliers, garnering quotes and tendering submissions; negotiating pricing, terms of delivery and other contract details; processing purchase orders, freight forwarding and other documentation; monitoring inventory levels and generating inventory reports; reconciling physical inventories and resolving material discrepancies; and, reporting loss, damage and return of goods and materials. You are eligible to work in varied environments including retail, transportation, manufacturing and production, and consulting, to name a few.
Graduates of the program are eligible to receive the Canadian International Freight Forwarders Association (CIFFA) certification, along with membership to the Supply Chain Management Association. Possessing these credentials will set you apart from other job seekers.
*Please note – program content and practicum duration is as per registration with the Ministry and may vary slightly from campus to campus. Contact us for more information.
The program is 46 weeks, including a 16-week practicum with on-the-job training, offsite with potential employers. Our Supply Chain and Logistics program introduces you to the modern practices and concepts of logistics and supply chain management as a vital part of corporate success in the local and global marketplace. You will gain professional competencies needed for entry-level careers in purchasing, logistics and supply chain management in various industries, public sector, retail, freight forwarding, import/export and other areas of the economy. Graduates will be responsible for planning and supporting decision making processes related to sourcing, supplier selection, purchasing, transportation, warehousing, inventory management, quality assurance and disposition of goods and materials. Potential employers range from traditional manufacturers and retailers to supply chain specialists like consulting firms and transportation service providers.
Beyond our industry-expert instructors, easy-to-use learning materials and real-world training – what sets us apart, is a community of support, sharing your interests and goals for creating a life-changing career path, one that will become like a family as you navigate your way to success.
Contact us to talk with one of our Admissions Experts. We’ll walk you through the details of what you’ll need and how to apply, the details of the program curriculum and the next steps to get you on your way to your first, or next, successful career.
Find out what your personality is like and discover your traits, worries & concerns about taking the next step to study at school towards a new and rewarding career. This quick and easy assessment will provide you with some insight into what to focus on and what you might need to watch out for to best prepare you for your new career and school goals!
Take Assessment!Anderson College knows first-hand how stressful and frightening it can be to establish a career in a new country or to build a career in a country you’ve spent years in. Whether you’ve selected the program or are just beginning your research of what Anderson College offers for some students, the financial aspect of paying for school can seem daunting.
After being partner to thousands of students as they transitioned from student to success story, we can say with confidence that your career and your future are absolutely worth the investment and you can afford it. We want to make the financial part of this process as easy to navigate as possible, so you can get to start-date and then graduation day. We’ve laid out some of the details that can help you below, or feel free to contact us directly and a member of our team will be happy to help you understand your options.
Anderson College provides interest-free financing for self-funded students. For more information, please contact us and speak to one of our advisors.
Most Canadian banks and credit unions offer student loans or lines of credit to finance your education. Please visit your bank or select one of the links below for more information.
Financial assistance may be available to those who qualify.
Students who have been named a beneficiary under a family members’ Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP), may use funds from the RESP to finance their education.
The Lifelong Learning Plan (LLP) allows you to withdraw from your RRSPs to finance full-time training or education for you or your spouse or common-law partner. For more information, please visit this link.
The Canada-Ontario Job Grant (C.O.J.G.) provides an opportunity for employers to invest in their workforce with help from the government.
The Job Grant provides direct financial support to individual employers who wish to purchase training for their employees. It’s available to small, medium, and large businesses with a plan to deliver short-term training to existing and new employees, and will:
If you’re an employer who needs to provide training for your employees, or an employee who wishes to inform your employer of the job grant and get training while employed, contact us to learn more. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis and we will be happy to guide you through the process.
Anderson College is one of Canada’s oldest colleges, having opened our first location in 1885 We have trained more than 100,000 students over a 137-year history, and have been an empowering partner for students overcoming career challenges and transitioning to the next phase of their lives. With ten locations in Ontario and one in British Columbia, we are recognized for our high-calibre faculty, hands-on, real-life career training and supportive culture. At Anderson College, we are more than our century-old history, our programs and state-of-the-art facilities; we are a team of caring individuals, deeply committed to helping our students become skillful, confident and in-demand employees.
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