Operations and Supply Chain Management (OSCM)
BComm Concentrations
Why Choose Operations and Supply Chain Management?
Operations and Supply Chain Management (OSCM) is at the core of how organizations function. Whether in manufacturing, healthcare, retail, energy, or the service sector, every business relies on efficient, resilient operations to deliver value to customers. By studying OSCM, students gain the skills to improve productivity, reduce costs, ensure quality, and strengthen customer satisfaction—critical drivers of long-term success.
In today’s global economy, supply chains stretch across countries and continents. This concentration helps students navigate the complexities of logistics, sourcing, production planning, and supplier relationships. Students learn how to optimize both internal operations and global supply networks, while also exploring urgent issues like sustainability, digital transformation, and ethical sourcing.
The OSCM curriculum combines analytical tools with hands-on experience and offers flexibility to explore complementary areas like data analytics, business strategy, and project management. Graduates are well-prepared for high-impact roles across a range of industries.
Students declaring a concentration must complete six required courses. Please consult the University of Calgary Calendar for full course descriptions and prerequisites.
OSCM professionals design, manage, and improve the systems that produce goods and services. They help organizations run more efficiently, adapt to change, and manage risk across their operations and supply chains.
Operations Manager
- Analyze and improve the processes behind goods and service delivery
- Forecast demand and allocate resources
- Manage logistics and end-to-end supply flow
Supply Chain or Logistics Analyst
- Coordinate purchasing, transportation, warehousing, and inventory
- Analyze performance metrics to support optimization
- Solve complex sourcing and distribution problems
Procurement / Purchasing Manager
- Identify global sources of materials and manage supplier relationships
- Negotiate contracts and ensure timely delivery
- Support cost-saving and value-enhancing strategies
Process Improvement Consultant / Quality Analyst
- Lead projects to enhance efficiency and reduce waste
- Implement quality assurance programs and process controls
- Use tools like lean thinking, simulation, and process mapping
- Supply Chain Analyst
- Operations Manager
- Logistics Coordinator
- Procurement Specialist
- Process Improvement Manager
- Project Controls Analyst
- Purchasing Manager
- Consultant
- Inventory Analyst
- Transportation/Logistics Analyst
- Business Development Officer
- Warehouse Manager
- Hands-on experience through case studies, applied projects, and fieldwork with Alberta-based companies
- Industry networking via events and partnerships with professional associations
- Co-operative education options for paid, full-time work terms integrated into your degree
- Study abroad opportunities at international destinations for both cultural and academic enrichment
- Collaborative learning that builds project management and teamwork skills
Operations and Supply Chain Management Association (OSMA)
OSMA connects students through academic, social, and professional events. Major events include an Industry Night for career development and an Alumni Night that brings past and current students together.
Dr. Marco Bijvank
Associate Professor, Operations and Supply Chain Management
marco.bijvank@haskayne.ucalgary.ca
(403) 220-8453