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Ministry-approved title: Business – Supply Chain and Operations Management
For students seeking the benefits of both college and university education, this joint Durham College and Ontario Tech University (Ontario Tech) diploma-to-degree program provides the opportunity to earn both a diploma and degree in only four years. Supply chain and operations management are central to every business, making the skills developed through this program highly valued across industries.
As organizations navigate increasingly complex global markets, employers continue to seek graduates with strong capabilities in problem-solving, analytics, decision-making, and communication. This program combines foundational business and supply chain knowledge with applied learning and university-level study, preparing graduates for a wide range of career opportunities in a rapidly growing field.
Graduates enter the workforce with practical experience, strong business insight, and the academic foundation needed to support long-term career growth across supply chain, operations, logistics, procurement, and related business functions.
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This joint Durham College (DC) and Ontario Tech University (Ontario Tech) pathway is designed for students seeking both the applied learning experience of a college diploma and the advanced academic opportunities of a university degree. By combining practical supply chain and operations education with university-level business studies, the program creates a direct pathway toward Ontario Tech’s Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) degree while building career-ready skills valued across industries.
The bridging courses required for admission into the degree program are embedded directly into the curriculum, allowing qualifying students to transition seamlessly into third year at Ontario Tech. Students who achieve a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.5 in each semester of DC courses, with no grade below C in Ontario Tech courses, may apply directly to the degree pathway. Ontario Tech embedded courses remain flexible and subject to change, with academic planning support available through DC advising services.
Throughout the program, students gain a strong foundation in business, supply chain, and operations management while developing practical capabilities in problem-solving, analytics, communication, and decision-making. Applied learning experiences help connect classroom concepts to real organizational challenges, preparing students to work confidently in fast-paced and evolving business environments.
Students participating in this pathway register at both DC and Ontario Tech, gaining exposure to two distinct learning environments on a shared campus. Access to college and university faculty, resources, and opportunities supports both academic and professional development throughout the program. Students are expected to attend all scheduled classes, noting that academic calendars and learning management systems differ between the two institutions.
This flexible pathway also provides multiple academic options. Students may continue through the university transfer stream, which includes five embedded university credits, or complete the college-only curriculum to graduate with the Supply Chain and Operations – Business diploma after two years. Students may also transfer into another Durham College business program following the first semester. Those who later return to complete the Supply Chain and Operations Management – Business Administration advanced diploma may receive advanced standing.
As a student participating in this program, you will be registered at DC and at Ontario Tech. The annual calendars, including reading week, are generally different for each institution. Students are expected to attend all scheduled classes. In addition, the two institutions use different learning management systems.
Note: Applications are submitted through Ontario Colleges using the SCTU application code. Students who meet the selection criteria and required academic standing become eligible to continue into the Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) degree at Ontario Tech University.
For more information please visit Ontario Tech's Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) Frequently Asked Questions.
Partnerships with the following professional associations will provide you with opportunities to interact with professionals in the field and build your network:
Graduates are also well-positioned to pursue a variety of professional accreditations with professional organizations including:
This program has also been approved by National Institute of Supply Chain Leaders (NISCL). for advanced standing towards attaining the Certified Supply Chain Management Professional (CSCMP) designation. See more details about the accredited agreement here; Accreditation Agreements with Academic Institutions.pdf (scmao.ca)
Durham College (DC) offers pre-admission assessment testing to mature domestic applicants to meet admission requirements in English and/or Math. Domestic applicants who are 19 years of age or older as of the start date of their program, and who do not have the required program credit(s), i.e. Grade 12 English and/or Grade 12 Math are eligible to take an admissions assessment test.
Learn more about how to book Pre-Admission Assessment Testing here.
DC also offers Academic Upgrading. Courses are FREE and designed to help you meet the admissions requirements for this program. Available to individuals 18+, these courses are offered on campus at DC. Boost your qualifications with:
Learn more about Academic Upgrading and connect with our team to get started.
Students can earn the following globally recognized certificates by taking Microsoft Office Specialist exams as part of their computer courses:
Students who successfully pass all three exams can earn an extra certificate that recognizes their accomplishment with the Microsoft Office Specialist: Associate (Microsoft 365) certificate. DC students are provided access to Microsoft Office 365 through the college’s Microsoft Office account. See more details about this opportunity.
CCI Learning is the exclusive Canadian partner of Certiport and through our partnership with them it enables us to bring Certiport’s Microsoft Office Specialist certifications to our students.
Students entering their first year of studies in a Faculty of Business and Information Technology program will receive a membership to all of Durham Region’s Chambers of Commerce and Boards of Trade for the duration of their studies, plus an additional year following graduation. As one of the only colleges in Ontario with this offering, DC is proud to provide students with access to local businesses at a regional level.
The Chambers of Commerce and Boards of Trade include:
Membership benefits:
The courses listed below are for incoming students. If you are a current student, please refer to your program of study for the year you began your program. Your program of study can be found on MyDC.
Courses, course descriptions and delivery formats are subject to change.
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Students will come to campus to complete in-person learning requirements. Detailed schedules, with course-specific delivery information, will be available after registration. Courses, course descriptions and delivery formats are subject to change.
Students will also be required to pay an additional tuition fee to Ontario Tech Universtity (Ontario Tech) for one course in Semester 2 and four courses in semesters 3 and 4. Ontario Tech tuition will be charged at the beginning of each semester, starting in Semester 2. The Ontario Tech tuition will be in addition to the figures shown below.
Graduates are in demand across a wide range of public and private sector organizations, including:
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Experiential learning is embedded throughout the Supply Chain and Operations – Business – Transfer to Ontario Tech University Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) (SCTU) program, combining applied college-level learning with university-level academic experiences. This integrated approach supports the development of practical, job-ready skills alongside the analytical and business foundations required for degree-level study.
During the diploma portion at Durham College, students engage in applied coursework that uses real-world case studies, projects, and simulations to explore supply chain and operations challenges. Hands-on experience with industry-standard tools and technologies helps strengthen problem-solving, communication, collaboration, and data-informed decision-making skills while connecting theory to practice.
As students transition into the Ontario Tech University Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) degree, experiential learning expands through advanced coursework, case-based learning, and applied research opportunities. Exposure to both college and university faculty, perspectives, and learning environments helps deepen understanding of business and supply chain concepts within more complex and analytical contexts.
Together, this combined college-to-university experience creates a well-supported progression from applied learning to advanced academic study, preparing graduates for diverse professional opportunities and long-term career growth in supply chain, operations, and business.
NOTE: Students enrolling in this program are required to purchase their own laptop.
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