Durham College, Trent University accelerating talent for supply chain sector with new diploma-to-degree agreement Posted on November 7, 2025 at 1:53 pm. Durham College (DC) and Trent University Durham Greater Toronto Area (GTA) have established a new transfer agreement that provides students in DC’s Supply Chain and Operations diploma and advanced diploma programs with an accelerated pathway to earn a Bachelor of Arts in Logistics and Supply Chain Management from Trent Durham. Through the agreement, eligible graduates can fast-track their bachelor’s degree by transferring earned credits from the college to Trent. Students in this pathway will build on the practical, experiential knowledge gained at DC with a broader theoretical foundation at Trent and further application of logistics and supply chain principles. By working together, the institutions will strengthen opportunities for students pursuing careers in one of Canada’s fastest growing and most critical sectors. “This agreement recognizes the deep value of the applied, hands-on training our students receive and gives them the opportunity to build on that with further academic theory – a combination that sets them up for success working in the complex world of supply chain management,” said Cristina Italia, Executive Dean of the Faculty of Business and Information Technology at DC. Industry demand continues to rise for supply chain professionals who can manage disruption, drive innovation, and lead in a rapidly evolving global market. By staying local while accessing high-quality education from both institutions, students benefit from convenience, continuity, and strong ties to regional employers. “Dependable supply chains are the backbone of our global economy, so it is vital that we support the education and training of new talent in this field,” said Dr. Scott Henderson, Vice-President and Head of Trent University Durham GTA. “Businesses here in the Durham Region and around the world need leaders in logistics who can navigate shifting policies and emerging technology to help them succeed and grow. With this pathway, our institutions will facilitate a new generation of leaders and experts.” The pathway is open to both current and recent DC graduates who began their studies from fall 2020 onward, who are looking to enhance their credentials. For more information about this and other pathways, visit Durham College Transfer Pathways or ontransfer.ca. Supply Chain students get a head start on valuable industry credential Posted on August 2, 2023 at 10:07 am. Durham College (DC) has partnered with Supply Chain Management Association Ontario (SCMAO) to provide students with a jumpstart to their job search. While they complete their studies, students in DC’s Supply Chain programs will also be making progress towards earning their Certified Supply Chain Management Professional (CSCMP) designation. Offered by the SCMAO, the designation can be earned by completing a number of modules and workshops that cover the finer points of the supply chain industry. Though not required by employers, the CSCMP stamp of approval undoubtedly gets their attention when considering applicants. “Being able to pursue their CSCMP designation is a definite leg up for a student. It’s a well-recognized designation in the world of supply chain management,” explained Nancy Martin, associate dean, Faculty of Business. DC graduates from Supply Chain and Operations – Business, Supply Chain and Operations Management – Business Administration, and Supply Chain Management – Global will be exempted from a variety of the CSCMP program components, as long as they maintain a 60% average. Providing students with a head start on their career journey is just one of the ways DC is leading the way, according to Kevin Baker, executive dean of the Faculty of Business. “In almost every one of our programs, we’re connected with an external association which represents people working in that field,” he said, pointing to examples like the Microsoft Office Specialist certifications that are embedded into a number of business programs. “These are designations that employers recognize, and together with the knowledge and skills students gain in their program, this accreditation will help them stand out in today’s competitive job market as career-ready graduates.” Learn more about a recent Supply Chain Management – Global graduate, Rejoy James, online.
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