Overview

The Online Business Administration for Supply Chain Managers at Athabasca University provides a comprehensive leadership curriculum tailored for professionals in the logistics sector. This advanced programme integrates high-level management theory with practical applications to address complex global supply chain challenges.

Delivered through a flexible online platform, the curriculum is designed to accommodate the schedules of working executives. Students benefit from a partnership with the Supply Chain Management Association, which recognises prior professional designations to reduce the overall study duration and required credits.

The academic structure is divided into distinct phases that build foundational knowledge before moving into specialised strategic areas.

Why Online Business Administration for Supply Chain Managers at Athabasca University?

Athabasca University is recognised as Canada’s Open University, specialising in world-class online education and flexible distance learning. The Faculty of Business maintains strong industry links, specifically through its partnership with the Supply Chain Management Association (SCMA) for this unique MBA.

Students holding the SCMP designation receive significant transfer credits, acknowledging their professional expertise and reducing tuition costs. The programme also offers a choice of in-residence electives held across Canada, providing opportunities for face-to-face networking and collaborative learning with peers.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: CAD 41130 per full
National fee: CAD 41130 per full

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Syllabus

The curriculum is structured to provide a holistic view of senior management functions. Modules may include:

Phase 1

Human Resource Management
Financial and Managerial Accounting
Marketing Management

Phase 2

Ethical Decision Making
Managerial Economics and Finance
Business Analytics for Strategic Decision Making

Capstone Project

To conclude the studies, students complete a project focused on a real-world strategic challenge through one of the following pathways:

Primary Business Research Project Design
Simulation
Consultancy Project
Applied Project

Careers with Online Business Administration for Supply Chain Managers

Graduates of this programme are well-equipped for senior leadership roles within the global logistics and supply chain sectors. The curriculum prepares individuals for high-level responsibilities such as managing large-scale projects, budgets, and diverse international teams.

Common career paths include roles in strategic procurement, operations management, and executive leadership. Furthermore, completing this MBA provides advanced standing for those seeking to obtain the Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP) designation, enhancing professional credibility and marketability.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Human Resource Management
Financial and Managerial Accounting
Marketing Management
Managerial Economics and Quantitative Analysis
Information Technology Strategy
Corporate Finance

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 17 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-15 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-15 00:00:00
Starting 2027-05-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

48 alternative credits

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Athabasca, Canada

Disciplines

Business Administration Supply Chain Management & Logistics Master in Business Administration (MBA) View 71 other Masters in Business Administration in Canada

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Academic requirements

GPA

Required

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Standard:
A bachelor’s degree, your designation and at least 3 years of managerial experience that may include managing people, projects or budgets or professional experience with management level responsibilities,
OR
Your designation plus at least 5 years of managerial experience that may include managing people, projects or budgets or professional experience with management level responsibilities.
Accelerated:
A bachelor’s degree in business, completed within the past 10 years, with a minimum grade point average of 3.0 or higher for the last 60 credits taken
At least 3 years of managerial experience that may include managing people, projects, or budgets or professional experience with management level responsibilities.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

29032 CAD / year

≈ 29032 CAD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

29032 CAD / year

≈ 29032 CAD / year

Additional Details

Standard

Applied Project Route: $41,130/full

Course-based Route: $46,002/full

Funding

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