New Diploma-to-Degree Pathway Accelerates Talent in Supply Chain Sector
Agreement with Durham College helps college graduates fast-track degree in Logistics & Supply Chain Management at Trent Durham GTA
Trent University Durham Greater Toronto Area (GTA) has established a new transfer agreement with Durham College (DC) that provides an accelerated pathway to earn a Bachelor of Arts in Logistics and Supply Chain Management from Trent Durham for students in DC’s Supply Chain and Operations diploma and advanced diploma programs.
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.
“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.”
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.
“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.
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 Trent University Transfer Pathways.
About Trent University Durham GTA
Having established a tradition of academic excellence spanning five decades in the east GTA, Trent University Durham offers a dynamic and rigorous educational experience rooted in the social sciences, humanities and professional programs. Students at Trent University Durham GTA enthusiastically speak of the unparalleled sense of community on campus and the opportunity to be involved in a vibrant and dynamic student life experience.
Quickly becoming the campus of choice for top scholars looking for a truly personalized learning experience, Trent University Durham GTA is conveniently located in the GTA, just 40 minutes from downtown Toronto while Trent's Peterborough campus boasts award-winning architecture in a breathtaking natural setting on the banks of the Otonabee River, just 90 minutes from downtown Toronto
About Durham College
With campuses in Oshawa and Whitby, Durham College (DC) offers full-time post-secondary and apprenticeship students access to more than 145 programs, including four honours degrees, two bachelor degrees and 11 apprenticeship programs.
DC enables students to develop career-ready skills for the ever-changing job market by providing an exceptional college education. With a focus on experiential learning, led by expert faculty, through field placements, applied research, co-ops and other hands-on opportunities, DC grads are known for having the skills and knowledge employers need.
