Supply Chain and Logistics Courses in St. John’s

4-month Internship
Canadian International Freight Forwarders Association (CIFFA) Certificate
This program is accredited by the Canadian International Freight Forwarders Association
Program Length: 57 Weeks.

Program Overview

Are you organized and driven by the details? Do you enjoy working in a busy team environment? Today’s global market requires capable, well-rounded employees who can multitask to effectively meet various challenges and manage supply chains.

The Supply Chain and Logistics program provides students with a well-rounded exposure to the international supply chain and the skills needed to be successful in the industry. Students will develop proficiencies appropriate for a wide range of careers in supply chain and logistics.

Graduates will have developed essential skills needed to succeed in a role that requires attention to detail, analytical thinking and problem-solving.

Program Courses:

At Eastern Academy, we value both theoretical and hands-on learning. Our educators will teach you the various elements of supply chain management, such as strategic planning, network design, applications, handling materials and more.

Student Success Strategies 20 hours
Software Lab: Computer Fundamentals 40
Software Lab: Word Processing 40
Software Lab: Spreadsheets 40
Software Lab: Presentations 40
Software Lab: Database Management 40
Writing for Comprehension 40
Business Math 40
Introduction to Logistics and Transportation 40
Introduction to Purchasing 20
Introduction to Contract Law and Administration 20
Security, Compliance and Loss Prevention 20
Introduction to Business 40
Customer Service 20
Professional Purchasing 40
Introduction to Operations Management 40
Negotiations and Supplier Management 40
Inventory Control and Materials Management 40
International Transportation and Trade 60
Essentials of Freight Forwarding 60
Customs Issues and Procedures 40
Career Planning and Preparation Level I 20
Career Planning and Preparation Level II 20
Internship – 16 Weeks
Total Weeks – 57

At the end of the program, you will have the skills needed to break into this field and advance your career.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

The Supply Chain and Logistics program will qualify grads to pursue positions such as Logistics Coordinator, Dispatcher, Warehouse Associate Supervisor, Purchasing Agent, Billing Agent, Materials Management Analyst, Scheduler, Loss Prevention Agent, Cargo and Freight Agent or Customs Broker.

Take a look at what employers have to say about our graduates.

POST SECONDARY PARTNERSHIP AGREEMENT

Supply Chain Canada and Eastern Academy have formalized a Post-Secondary Partnership Agreement for the graduates of the Supply Chain and Logistics diploma program. This agreement will provide an efficient path for our graduates to pursue the Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP) Designation. This means that Eastern Academy’s Supply Chain and Logistics program has been approved for credit transfer towards attaining the SCMP designation.

To learn more about Supply Chain Canada, please click the logo below:

Visit Supply Chain Canada website’s “Supply Chain Management Professional” designation page at https://www.supplychaincanada.com/education-and-training/pathways-to-scmp-designation to learn more.

Students can visit Supply Chain Canada’s NL portal to apply for free student memberships, giving access to mentoring, exclusive events, and more! https://nlportal.supplychaincanada.com/mpower/membership/newmember-contact.

ARTICULATION AGREEMENT

Eastern Academy has an Articulation Agreement with Yorkville University in New Brunswick that automatically awards graduates of the Supply Chain and Logistics program 36 block transfer credits toward completion of Yorkville University’s Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree. To be eligible for admission and the awarding of this block of transfer credits, students must have graduated with a minimum grade of 70% in each course in the Supply Chain and Logistics program.

Graduates of the Supply Chain and Logistics program who wish to continue to pursue Yorkville University’s BBA degree can complete all required courses online.

CERTIFICATIONS

Successful graduates of the program who meet the requirements outlined by the Canadian International Freight Forwarders Association (CIFFA) will achieve a Certificate in International Freight Forwarding. The certificate is nationally recognized within the international transportation and international trade logistics industries.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Grade 12 or equivalent or mature student status. Please call the campus for more details.

Graduates of the Supply Chain & Logistics Diploma Program receive advance standing towards the Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP) designation. The SCMP designation is an internationally-accredited certification of strategic supply chain leadership, and is Canada’s most widely-held designation in supply chain management.

NOC CODE: 12102, 13201
Salary information may be found at: https://www.jobbank.gc.ca/home