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Logistics and Supply Chain Management Diploma Program

Our logistics and supply chain management course provides comprehensive online training in demand forecasting and inventory management across Canada. Completing this supply chain logistics course empowers graduates to optimize global operations and secure rewarding roles in Canada’s thriving trade sector.
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Program Duration

Program Duration

60 weeks / 1200 hours
Starting Date

Starting Date

July 20, 2026
Delivery Methods

Delivery Methods

In-Class or Online
Morning, Evening/Weekend
Campus Location

Campus Location

Victoria, BC
Completion Award

Completion Award

$2,800

Program Duration

60 weeks / 1200 hours

Starting Date:

July 20, 2026

Delivery Methods:

In-class or Online

Campus Location:

Victoria, BC

Starting Date:

July 20, 2026

Delivery Methods:

In-class or Online

Campus Location:

Victoria, BC

Program Duration:

60 weeks / 1200 hours

Starting Date:

July 20, 2026

Delivery Methods:

In-class or Online

Campus Location:

Victoria, BC

Program Duration:

60 weeks / 1200 hours

Completion Award

$2,800

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$500 towards a Computer
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Program Description

The Logistics and Supply Chain Management diploma program is a comprehensive training initiative designed to equip participants with the tactical expertise and strategic mindset required to manage the seamless flow of goods and services from global suppliers to end users. In an era where global commerce relies on precision, this program focuses on the critical balance between supply and demand. 

Students will master high-demand techniques such as demand forecasting, operations planning, and inventory management, ensuring they can navigate the complexities of modern trade with confidence.

The curriculum provides a deep dive into the entire supply chain network, encompassing procurement, production, distribution, and the increasingly important field of reverse logistics. Beyond the physical movement of goods, the program emphasizes the optimization of operations to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance customer satisfaction. 

Program Description

The Logistics and Supply Chain Management diploma program is a comprehensive training initiative designed to equip participants with the tactical expertise and strategic mindset required to manage the seamless flow of goods and services from global suppliers to end users. In an era where global commerce relies on precision, this program focuses on the critical balance between supply and demand. 

Students will master high-demand techniques such as demand forecasting, operations planning, and inventory management, ensuring they can navigate the complexities of modern trade with confidence.

The curriculum provides a deep dive into the entire supply chain network, encompassing procurement, production, distribution, and the increasingly important field of reverse logistics. Beyond the physical movement of goods, the program emphasizes the optimization of operations to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance customer satisfaction. 

Program Highlights

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    Strategic Inventory Management: Optimize warehouse operations and inventory fundamentals to ensure efficient physical distribution cycles.
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    Lean Manufacturing Excellence: Implement just-in-time production and total quality management to minimize operational waste.
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    Global Supply Integration: Master supplier relationships and ethical sourcing to build resilient global logistics networks.
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    Advanced Resource Planning: Utilize forecasting and master scheduling to balance capacity with service response logistics.
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    Digital Chain Security: Apply cybersecurity fundamentals and process integration to protect sensitive supply chain data.

Program Objectives

Upon completion of this program, the successful student will have reliably demonstrated the ability to:

  • Gain a comprehensive understanding of supply chain networks, including procurement, production, distribution, and reverse logistics, as established through these specialized supply chain courses.
  • Learn principles and techniques for managing the flow of goods and services, including inventory management, warehousing, and transportation, providing the foundational knowledge required for a supply chain certification.
  • Acquire skills in optimizing supply chain operations to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance customer satisfaction.
  • Explore the complexities of global supply chains, including international trade, regulatory compliance, and cultural considerations, preparing you for a professional supply chain management certification.
  • Develop analytical skills to interpret data, forecast demand, optimize inventory levels, and make informed decisions within the supply chain.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the logistics & supply chain management diploma are prepared for a broad range of roles spanning the full supply chain — from coordination and analysis to procurement, warehousing, and operations planning. Career opportunities include:

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    Logistics Coordinator
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    Transportation Planner
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    Freight Traffic Coordinator
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    Distribution and Transport Logistics Technician
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    Inventory Analyst
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    Warehouse Lead / Supervisor
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    Physical Inventory Coordinator
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    Procurement Assistant
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    Contract Management Coordinator
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    Supplier Relations Coordinator
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    Supply Chain Analyst
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    Supply Chain Manager

Estimated Salary

Logistics and supply chain coordinators usually earn from $44,990 to $93,163 annually, according to the Canadian Job Bank. Hourly they earn in the range of $21.63 to $44.79 per hour.

Alberta and Newfoundland and Labrador pay some of the highest median salaries to logistics and supply chain coordinators compared to other provinces and territories. Your salary mainly depends on your experience and the company you work in.

Career Outlook

Supply chains are the invisible infrastructure of the global economy, and Canada is no different.

The scale of B.C.’s trade activity is extraordinary. The Port of Vancouver handled a record 170.4 million metric tons of cargo in 2025—an almost 8% increase from the previous record set in 2024—and port operations sustain more than 132,000 supply chain and related jobs across Canada.

Edison College offers this program both in-class at our Victoria campus and fully online — meaning students across Canada can complete this diploma and enter the supply chain workforce in their home province without relocating.

Career Outlook & Opportunities

Supply chains are the invisible infrastructure of the global economy, and Canada is no different.

The scale of B.C.’s trade activity is extraordinary. The Port of Vancouver handled a record 170.4 million metric tons of cargo in 2025—an almost 8% increase from the previous record set in 2024—and port operations sustain more than 132,000 supply chain and related jobs across Canada.

Edison College offers this program both in-class at our Victoria campus and fully online — meaning students across Canada can complete this diploma and enter the supply chain workforce in their home province without relocating.

Graduates of the logistics & supply chain management diploma are prepared for a broad range of roles spanning the full supply chain — from coordination and analysis to procurement, warehousing, and operations planning. Career opportunities include:

  • ✔
    Logistics Coordinator
  • ✔
    Transportation Planner
  • ✔
    Freight Traffic Coordinator
  • ✔
    Distribution and Transport Logistics Technician
  • ✔
    Inventory Analyst
  • ✔
    Warehouse Lead / Supervisor
  • ✔
    Physical Inventory Coordinator
  • ✔
    Procurement Assistant
  • ✔
    Contract Management Coordinator
  • ✔
    Supplier Relations Coordinator
  • ✔
    Supply Chain Analyst
  • ✔
    Supply Chain Manager

Logistics and supply chain professionals work in diverse, fast-paced environments that vary significantly by role and employer — from office-based coordination and analysis to warehouse supervision and port operations management:

Corporate Supply Chain & Procurement Offices: The primary work environment for logistics coordinators, supply chain analysts, and procurement professionals — office-based roles focused on planning, data analysis, vendor management, and operational coordination. Work in this occupation is typically performed in a structured environment, such as an office, with promotion to supervisory positions possible with experience. WorkBC Many corporate supply chain roles increasingly offer hybrid work arrangements as digital tools and ERP systems enable remote coordination.

Distribution Centres & Warehouses: Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley are home to a dense network of major distribution facilities — including operations for Amazon, Walmart, and a growing number of e-commerce fulfillment centres — employing warehouse leads, inventory coordinators, and logistics supervisors. The demand for warehouse space in Metro Vancouver is gaining momentum in 2025, driven by strategic inventory positioning, cross-border efficiency, and integrated logistics support 3PL Links — all creating growing demand for diploma-trained professionals who can manage these operations.

Port & Terminal Operations: The Port of Vancouver’s 29 major deep-water terminals and extensive logistics network employ supply chain coordinators, freight traffic specialists, and operations planners — with particularly strong demand for professionals who understand intermodal logistics and international trade compliance, both core components of this diploma.

Freight Forwarding & 3PL Providers: Third-party logistics companies and freight forwarders across B.C. and nationally employ logistics coordinators, customs specialists, and transportation planners — roles that require the global supply chain and regulatory compliance knowledge developed throughout this program.

Manufacturing & Industrial Operations: Manufacturing companies across Canada employ production logistics coordinators and supply chain analysts to manage materials flow, production scheduling, and inventory control — using the ERP, MRP, and lean production concepts taught directly in this diploma’s curriculum.

Government & Public Sector Procurement: Federal and provincial government agencies, Crown corporations, and public institutions employ supply chain and procurement professionals to manage large-scale purchasing, vendor contracts, and logistics coordination — offering stable, well-compensated roles with structured advancement pathways.

A career in logistics and supply chain management offers some of the strongest and most scalable compensation in the business diploma category — with wages that reflect the strategic importance of supply chain professionals to organizations of all sizes.

In British Columbia, logistics coordinators (NOC 13201) typically earn between $21.63 and $44.00 per hour Job Bank — a competitive entry-to-mid-level range that reflects the value placed on trained professionals who can coordinate complex goods movement and vendor relationships in B.C.’s high-volume trade environment.

For graduates who advance into supply chain management roles, the earning potential increases substantially. Supply chain logistics managers in British Columbia earn between $38.46 and $90.87 per hour Job Bank — among the highest wage ranges of any business diploma career pathway, reflecting the senior responsibility and organizational impact of experienced supply chain leaders.

Nationally, logistics coordinators across Canada earn competitive wages consistent with B.C.’s range, with Alberta also offering strong compensation — production and transportation logistics coordinators in Alberta earn an average of $33.14 per hour ($67,865 annually) ALIS — making this a well-paying career path across multiple eligible provinces.

The growing complexity of global supply chains, the expansion of e-commerce fulfillment, and B.C.’s record-breaking trade volumes are all contributing to upward wage pressure for trained logistics professionals — particularly those with data analytics skills, ERP system proficiency, and knowledge of international trade compliance, all of which are embedded in this diploma’s curriculum.

Studying from another province? Supply chain and logistics roles exist in every major city and industrial region across Canada — from the Port of Vancouver and Alberta’s energy supply chains to Ontario’s manufacturing sector and Atlantic Canada’s growing import-export operations. Wages are competitive across all eligible provinces, and graduates with formal supply chain credentials are increasingly sought after as employers compete for qualified talent. Graduates are encouraged to consult the Government of Canada Job Bank for current wage data specific to their home province.

Sources: WorkBC — NOC 13201 | Government of Canada Job Bank — Logistics Coordinator BC | Government of Canada Job Bank — Supply Chain Manager BC

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Admission Requirements

  • High school graduate or equivalent or mature student status (19 years or older prior to starting the program).

English language proficiency requirements:

  • Minimum Grade 10 English plus a minimum of three years of full-time secondary education (Grades 8–12) completed in English in a country where English is one of the principal languages, or
  • Overall minimum IELTS (Academic) score of 5.5, or
  • Overall minimum TOEFL score of 46 (only TOEFL iBT is accepted), or
  • Overall minimum CAEL score of 40, or
  • Minimum CELPIP score of listening 6, reading 5, writing 5, or
  • Overall minimum Duolingo English Test (DET) score of 95.

The Accuplacer assessment may be accepted only if

  • English is the program’s language of instruction, and the applicant is a mature domestic student facing barriers, and the applicant cannot access their educational records or cannot provide sufficient evidence of secondary or post-secondary education.  
  • The applicant provides attestation that they have completed at least three years of full-time instruction in English in a country where English is one of the principal languages, and
  • The applicant provides a signed self-declaration.
  • The applicant completes an Accuplacer English Assessment (Next Generation: reading, writing, and WritePlacer) and achieves the following minimum scores: reading of 230 and writing of 230. WritePlacer: 4.

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