About
Are you fascinated by the world of logistics and aspiring to lead efficient operations management?
The Operations and Supply Chain Management program prepares students to become logistics technicians. They oversee the movement of goods, people, and information, handling tasks such as scheduling, routing, travel planning, goods traceability, improving work practices, and managing relationships with suppliers and customers.
Additionally, they plan, coordinate, and supervise purchasing, receiving, distribution, national and international transport, customs clearance of goods, inventory management, handling, and personnel management. Their role involves document completion, data recording, and compliance with laws, regulations, and international economic agreements.
Moreover, they must excel in problem-solving, decision-making, adaptability to change, and staying updated on new technologies. They can suggest measures to enhance productivity and profitability in operations and communicate effectively in English, both nationally and internationally.
Possibility of financial support from the Government of Quebec for eligible candidates. Certain conditions apply.

Link to Services Québec:
Services en ligne – Aide à l’emploi | Gouvernement du Québec (quebec.ca)
Profile
Holders of a DEC in "Gestion des opérations et de la chaîne logistique" from Collège Universel can work in diverse settings related to operations management and logistics. Here are a few examples:
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Transport and logistics companies:
This can include road, rail, sea, or air transport companies, along with logistics and supply chain management specialized companies.
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Manufacturing companies:
Graduates can pursue careers in manufacturing companies, overseeing planning, inventory management, logistics operations coordination, and process optimization.
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Distribution and retail companies:
Transportation and Logistics professionals are hired in inventory management, delivery planning, coordinating distribution operations, and enhancing logistics processes.
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Logistics companies:
These could be logistics service companies specializing in storage and warehousing, freight forwarding, product flow management, coordination of customs operations, and more..
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Governmental organizations:
These could be logistics service companies specializing in storage and warehousing, freight forwarding, product flow management, coordination of customs operations, and more..
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Logistics consulting:
Some professionals choose to work as logistics consultants, offering their expertise to companies to improve their operations, optimize their supply chains and solve specific logistics problems.
Advantages
A DCS in "Gestion des opérations et de la chaîne logistiqu" from Collège Universel offers several advantages:
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Specialized training:
The program offers in-depth training in transportation, operations and supply chain management, allowing students to acquire the knowledge and skills needed to excel in these specific fields.
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Professional relevance:
The program is designed with current labor market needs in mind, based on best practices and the latest industry trends. As a result, graduates are prepared to meet the professional demands and challenges of transportation and logistics.
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Career opportunities:
The field of operations and supply chain management offers numerous job opportunities in various sectors such as logistics, distribution, transportation, production, and many others. Graduates of this program are well positioned to find interesting and rewarding jobs.
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Versatile skills:
The program aims to develop students' versatile, cross-disciplinary skills, such as project management, data analysis, problem-solving, decision-making and effective communication. These skills are in high demand on the job market, enabling graduates to be versatile and adaptable in their careers.
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Work placement:
The program includes an on-the-job internship, giving students hands-on, real-world experience in operations and supply chain management. This enables them to apply their theoretical knowledge, develop practical skills and establish valuable professional connections.
Perspectives
Supply chain assistantFreight receiving clerkImport Transport ClerkWarehouse shipperMilk and cream receiver - food and beverage processing
Shipping agent Receiving room clerk |
Cargo clerk Fruit and vegetable shipper Freight receiver |
Shipping agent Shipping clerk |
Delivery Clerk |
Freight Forwarder |
Freight Receiver |
Merchandise Controller |
Shipping clerk |
Import goods clerk |
Land Products Shipper |
Receiving Verifier |
Distribution clerk Shipping and receiving clerk Billing clerk Shipper/receiver/shipper/receiver |
Merchandise Receiver |
Receiving clerk |
Export clerk - reservations |
Shipping clerk |
Stock clerk Sub-cargo clerk |
Goods receiving clerk |
Export clerk - reservations |
Delivery clerk |
Receiving clerk |
Warehouse receiving clerk |
Returned goods receiving clerk |
Import transport clerk |
Shipper |
Admission requirements
To secure your place in the Operations and Supply Chain Management program, you must meet the general college-level admission requirements outlined in the Regulation respecting the college education system.
Course schedule
SESSION I |
SESSION II |
SESSION III |
GENERAL AND SPECIFIC COURSES |
- Writing and literature (60 h)
- Physical activity and health (30 h)
- Functional English (depending on level) (45 h)
- Exploration of the logistics profession (75 h)
- Introduction to road transport (60 h)
- Communications and office technologies (45 h)
- Customer approach (45 h)
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- Philosophy and rationality (60 h)
- Physical activity and efficiency (30 h)
- Communication applied to English as a second language (depending on level) (45 h)
- Operational management of road transport (60 h)
- Data analysis and statistics (45 h)
- Management tools and office automation (45 h)
- Purchasing goods and services (45 h)
- Logistics systems budgeting (45 h)
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- Literature and the imaginary (60 h)
- The human being (45 h)
- Physical activity and autonomy (30 h)
- National and international transport (45 h)
- Introduction to customs operations (60 h)
- Supply management (60 h)
- Problem-solving strategies in logistics (60 h)
- Business English (60 h)
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SESSION IV |
SESSION V |
SESSION VI |
GENERAL AND SPECIFIC COURSES |
- Quebec literature (60 h)
- Ethics and politics (45 h)
- Complementary 1 (45 h)
- Shipping (45 h)
- Customs operations management (45 h)
- International trade agreements (45 h)
- Warehouse management (60 h)
- Hazardous materials (45 h)
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- Communication (60 h)
- Complementary 2 (45 h)
- Teamwork coordination (45 h)
- Legal aspects of logistics (60 h)
- International transport planning (75 h)
- Passenger transport coordination (75 h)
- Passenger transport planning (60 h)
- Distribution networks (45 h)
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- International transport coordination (60 h)
- Customer service management (60 h)
- Vehicle and equipment management (60 h)
- Integrative project in operations and logistics management (45 h)
- Operations and logistics management internship (210 h)
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Tuition fees
Technical DCS in Gestion des opérations et de la chaîne logistique - Regular( 6 sessions - 3 years) |
Admission fees |
Annual registration fees |
Tuition fees per session
Quebec Students |
Tuition fees per session
Canadian students not resident in Quebec |
Tuition fees per session
International Students |
50 $ |
200 $ |
1 700 $ |
3 480 $ |
6 658 $ |
Technical DCS in Gestion des opérations et de la chaîne logistique - Intensive ( 6 sessions - 2 years ) |
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Admission fees |
Annual registration fees |
Tuition fees per session
Quebec Students |
Tuition fees per session
Canadian students not resident in Quebec |
Tuition fees per session
International Students |
Fall session |
50 $ |
200 $ |
1 700 $ |
3 480 $ |
6 658 $ |
Winter session |
50 $ |
200 $ |
1 700 $ |
3 480 $ |
6 658 $ |
Summer Session |
50 $ |
200 $ |
1 133 $ |
2 913 $ |
6 015 $ |
*Other fees per session:
Incidental fees: $175 / session
General Student Association: $14 / session
Student collective insurance: $50 / session
*These amounts are established for the 2023-24 school year. They are subject to change.
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