Overview
The BCIT Global Trade and Transportation Management diploma program provides the skills necessary to market products globally, import, export, transport goods, and manage an international team. You will analyze international markets, plan product entry strategies, and design optimum transportation strategies to grow global trade for Canadian and international companies. Graduates travel the world, establish trade partnerships, and improve the movement and distribution of goods and services in Canada and abroad.
BCIT Global Trade and Transportation Management students learn to:
- Determine a product’s feasibility in a new market
- Select optimal transportation options
- Manage inventory and supply chains
- Conduct effective international negotiations
- Build relationships with international partners
Professional designations and accreditations
Portions of the program curriculum have been aligned and accredited with CITT, CILTNA, FITT, and SCMA. Graduates of GTTM can earn additional professional designations from the aforementioned industry accreditation institutes. See Program Details for more information. Detailed information can be found in the Graduating and Jobs session.
International study
BCIT offers a number of international study opportunities that helps students gain a global perspective of the economy, culture, government, and everyday life of the country they study in. You could participate in a summer field school or complete an international degree. Learn more about studying abroad.
Accredited program
This program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).

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Entrance Requirements
Application processing
Open to applications beginning October 1st (or next business day).
Entrance requirements
Applicants must meet all entrance requirements and will be accepted on a first qualified basis as long as space remains.
- English language proficiency: Category 2 – English Studies 12 (67%) or equivalent
- Math: one of the following:
- Pre-Calculus 11 (67%) or
- Foundations of Math 11 (67%) or
- Workplace Math 11 (67%) or
- Other acceptable BC and Yukon courses or
- Math for Business - OPMT 0199 (67%) or
- Business Math Assessment Test - OPMT 0198 (67%)
Recommended for success
Strong mathematic skills are required for success in BCIT Business diplomas. If you would like to upgrade your math skills, you should complete OPMT 0199 or OPMT 0023.
International applicants
This program is available to international applicants. A valid study permit is required prior to starting the program.
Students enrolled in this program must complete the mandatory work component to qualify for graduation. A co-op work permit is required prior to starting the work component.
Transfer credit
Do you have credits from another post-secondary school?
Transfer credit may be granted for courses completed at BCIT or another post-secondary institution where the learning outcomes duplicate those of the BCIT course. As per Admission Procedure 5003-PR1, the department reserves the right to determine the granting of credit where appropriate.
Applications will be accepted up to day 14 of the term; an official transcript and a course outline where appropriate must be provided (or be on file with BCIT) to process the request.
A maximum of two courses per level are eligible for credit through this process.
Apply to program
To submit your application:
- Include proof of meeting all entrance requirements.
- Convert all transcripts and supporting documents to PDF files.
- Have a credit card ready to pay the application fee.
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Scheduled Intakes
September each year.
myCommunication
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You can expect to receive communication concerning the status of your application within four weeks.
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Advanced Placement
Conditions
You may be eligible to apply to an advanced level of the program through either re-admission or direct entry. Please note that applications are considered based on:
- Complete applications: you must show proof that you have completed (or are registered in) all requirements to be considered.
- Competitive entry: if the number of applicants exceeds available seats, BCIT will accept those deemed to have the best opportunity for success.
- Seat availability: confirmation may not be available until approximately one week before the term begins.
Re-admission
You can apply for re-admission if you:
- were previously admitted to this program and completed part of it at BCIT and
- want to re-enter the program at an advanced level.
Applications are accepted throughout the year.
Submit the following form with your online application:
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Direct entry
You can apply for direct entry if you:
- are a new applicant to this program but already completed an equivalent part of it at BCIT or elsewhere and
- want to apply to an advanced level.
BCIT accepts complete applications starting:
- February 1st* for level 2 (January start)
- October 1st* for level 3 (September start)
*or next business day
There are four options for direct entry. If you are applying for Option 4, submit your application for transfer directly to BCIT Admissions. Applicants to all other options must submit an online application.
- Option 1: If you do not have a diploma or degree
- Proof of meeting all general entrance requirements (excluding Math 11)
- Course-by-Course Self-Assessment Form [PDF] showing that you have completed the required courses for the level you are applying to
- Option 2: Diploma or degree holders
- Proof of meeting all general entrance requirements (excluding Math 11)
- Proof of relevant business diploma or degree* from a recognized post-secondary institution
- Bridging Program Self-Assessment [PDF] showing that you have completed all of the required courses below
- Option 3: Adult learners
- Minimum of seven years progressive work experience, including five years supervisory
- Post-secondary courses plus over five years supervisory work experience
- Diploma or degree from a recognized institution
- International degree (subject to a comprehensive evaluation by ICES)
- Red Seal or Journeyman Certificate
- Member or veteran of the Canadian Armed Forces (minimum of PLQ)
- Proof of meeting all general entrance requirements
- Approved Advanced Placement and Prior Learning (APPL) Assessment
- Option 4: School of Business diploma program transfer
- Print the School of Business Program Change form [PDF].
- Make an appointment with the Program Heads to review your eligibility to transfer.
- If you are transferring to Level 3, you may be required to complete one or more bridging courses.
- Submit the following to BCIT Admissions:
- Approved School of Business Program Change form
- Completed Course-by-Course Self-Assessment form for your current program (found on your current program’s Advanced Placement page)
- $16 program change fee
Do not apply online.
Applications to level 2 or 3.
Submit the following with your online application:
Required courses
If you are applying to level 2, you must show proof of completion of (or registration in) the level 1 courses (or equivalents) below.
If you are applying to level 3, you must show proof of completion of (or registration in) the level 1 and 2 courses (or equivalents) below.
Level 1 courses
Full-time | Course Name | Part-time Equivalent |
BSYS 1000 | Business Information Systems | BSYS 1001 |
COMM 1100 | Business Communication 1 | COMM 1103 or COMM 1106 |
ECON 2100 | Microeconomics | ECON 2100 |
MKTG 1102 | Essentials of Marketing | MKTG 1102 |
OPMT 1103 | Intro to Operations Management | OPMT 1198 |
OPMT 1110 | Business Mathematics | OPMT 1110 |
Level 2 courses
Full-time | Course Name | Part-time Equivalent |
BSYS 2000 | Applied Data Analytics in Excel | BSYS 2051 and BSYS 2061 |
BUSA 2100 | Principles of Management | BUSA 2005 |
COMM 2200 | Business Communication 2 | COMM 2202 (or 2002) and COMM 2203 (or 2003) |
ECON 2200 | Macroeconomics | ECON 2200 |
FMGT 2152 | Accounting for the Manager | FMGT 2152 or FMGT 1100 and FMGT 2100 or FMGT 1152 with Program Head approval |
GTTM 1150 | Transportation Systems (CITT) | TDMT 1150 |
GTTM 1353 | International Business | TDMT 1104 |
OPMT 1130 | Business Statistics | OPMT 1197 |
OPMT 2204 | Business Process Improvement | OPMT 2176 or OPMT 2298 |
ORGB 1100 | Organizational Behaviour | ORGB 1105 |
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Applications to level 3 only.
Submit the following with your online application:
*Your diploma/degree will be reviewed by the Program Head to ensure that it covers all of the basic business topics such as accounting, marketing, business math, management, business communications, and micro- and macroeconomics.
If you have completed post-secondary studies outside of Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, Australia or New Zealand, you will require a basic evaluation of your credentials by the International Credential Evaluation Service (ICES). Credential evaluation reports from other Canadian services may be considered.
Required courses:
Full-time | Course Name | Part-time Equivalent |
COMM 1100* | Business Communication 1 | COMM 1103 or COMM 1106 |
COMM 2200* | Business Communication 2 | COMM 2202 (or 2002) and COMM 2203 (or 2003) |
GTTM 1150 | Transportation Systems (CITT) | TDMT 1150 |
GTTM 1353 | International Business | TDMT 1104 |
OPMT 1103 | Intro to Operations Management | OPMT 1198 |
OPMT 2204 | Business Process Improvement | OPMT 2176 or OPMT 2298 |
*Note: For accredited Canadian or US credentials, if you have achieved a bachelor’s degree the COMM 1100 and 2200 courses may be waived. If you have an associate degree or a diploma, COMM 1103 (or 1106) and COMM 2202 (or 2002) may be waived. Note that COMM 2203 (or 2003) will still be required.
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If you have previous education or work experience, you may be eligible to complete an Advanced Placement and Prior Learning (APPL) assessment to qualify for advanced placement as an adult learner. Adult learners must meet at least one of the following criteria:
Visit the SITE Centre to learn more about the assessment process and associated fees.
Submit the following with your online application:
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If you are currently in a full-time BCIT School of Business diploma program and wish to transfer:
Direct entry FAQs
- When should I apply?
- When will I be accepted?
- Can I transfer options?
- Can I take courses in advance to reduce my course load?
- When will I get my timetable?
- When can I buy my books?
It is recommended that you apply when you have met all of the entrance requirements. If you are currently registered in a course, please indicate this on the self-assessment form.
Once your application has been assessed and has been approved for direct entry, a seat must become available in the program you have selected. The Admissions department must wait until the current students obtain their final grades in either December or May to determine how many seats will become available for direct entry applicants.
You are requested to specify your program option preference(s). If your first choice is not available and you have met all requirements, you may request to transfer into another option that has space available.
In order to maintain a competitive application, it is recommended that you take no more than two courses per term ahead of time. A maximum of two courses per level are eligible for credit. Note that this will not reduce your full-time program tuition.
Print your timetable one day prior to class start by logging into my.bcit.ca and going to Student Self-Service. You must be registered in your courses in order to access this feature. If you know the set to which you have been assigned, you can also find your timetable on the School of Business Timetables page.
It is recommended that you wait until the first week of classes before buying textbooks. Your instructors will tell you which books to buy.
To register for a Part-time Studies course, visit Register for Part-time Courses or contact Student Information and Enrolment Services.
Still have questions? Review the Admissions FAQ or contact Program Advising.
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Costs & Supplies
Bring Your Own Device
Students are required to have their own laptop. Please refer to the Bring Your Own Device Specifications [PDF] for requirements.
Laptop costs vary depending on the configuration chosen, but will likely range from approximately $1,000 to $2,000.
Tuition fees
Use our tuition estimator to find tuition and fees for this program.
For more information on full-time tuition and fees, visit:
Books & supplies
Level 1: | $1420* |
Level 2: | $1140 |
Level 3: | $870 |
Level 4: | $1280 |
*Level 1 cost includes the FITT fee of $425.
(general estimated cost, subject to change)
Financial assistance
Financial assistance may be available for this program. For more information, please contact Student Financial Aid and Awards.
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Courses
Program matrix
Level 1 (15 weeks) | Credits | ||
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BSYS 1000 | Business Information Systems | 3.0 | |
COMM 1100 | Business Communication 1 | 3.0 | |
ECON 2100 | Microeconomics | 3.0 | |
MKTG 1102 | Essentials of Marketing | 3.0 | |
OPMT 1103 | Introduction to Operations Management | 4.0 | |
OPMT 1110 | Business Mathematics | 4.0 | |
Level 2 (20 weeks) | Credits | ||
BSYS 2000 | Applied Data Analytics in Excel | 4.0 | |
BUSA 2100 | Principles of Management* | 2.0 | |
COMM 2200 | Business Communication 2 | 4.0 | |
ECON 2200 | Macroeconomics | 4.0 | |
FMGT 2152 | Accounting for Management | 5.5 | |
GTTM 1150 | Transportation Systems (CITT) | 2.5 | |
GTTM 1353 | International Business* | 2.5 | |
OPMT 1130 | Business Statistics | 5.5 | |
OPMT 2204 | Business Process Improvement* | 2.5 | |
ORGB 1100 | Organizational Behaviour* | 3.0 | |
*denotes a half-term course | |||
Level 3 (15 weeks) | Credits | ||
FMGT 3550 | Business Finance 1 | 3.0 | |
GTTM 2203 | Transportation Economics | 4.0 | |
GTTM 2250 | Logistics Processes (CITT) | 4.0 | |
GTTM 3301 | Logistics 1 | 4.0 | |
GTTM 3305 | International Business Strategies | 3.0 | |
GTTM 3403 | Introduction to Projects | 6.0 | |
OPMT 1170 | Project Management | 3.0 | |
OPMT 3301 | Quantitative Methods for Business | 4.0 | |
Level 4 (20 weeks) | Credits | ||
BLAW 3311 | Canadian Business Law | 2.5 | |
BLAW 3411 | International Business Law | 2.5 | |
FMGT 4336 | International Trade Finance | 1.5 | |
GTTM 1410 | Canada Customs and Free Trade Agreement* | 2.0 | |
GTTM 1411 | Compliance and Sustainability* | 2.0 | |
GTTM 4301 | Logistics 2 | 2.5 | |
GTTM 4320 | Global Supply Chain Management & Best Practices* | 2.5 | |
GTTM 4330 | Planning Products and Services for Global Markets | 2.0 | |
GTTM 4335 | Import and Export Procedures and Risk Management | 1.5 | |
GTTM 4407 | Applied International Business Management | 2.0 | |
GTTM 4411 | Business Consulting Project | 12.0 | |
GTTM 4415 | Cross-Cultural Negotiation* | 2.0 | |
OPMT 4460 | Supply Chain Management - Supply* | 2.0 | |
*denotes a half-term course. | |||
Total Credits: | 123.0 |
Transfer credit
Do you have credits from another BC/Yukon post-secondary school? Do you want to know if they transfer to courses here at BCIT? Check out BCIT's Transfer Equivalency Database to find out.
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Program Details
Upon completion of the program, graduates will be able to:
- Apply the fundamental principles and techniques of operations management and business administration
- Effectively work with multiple functions within an organization
- Import and export effectively to and from Canada
- Analyze and improve business processes
- Conduct effective international negotiations
- Build relationships with international partners
- Determine new business feasibility in a potential market
- Select optimal transportation options
- Conduct effective market research
- Effectively export, source, and procure products and services in a global marketplace
- Create transportation logistics strategies
- Assess new technologies for logistics optimization
- Increase the efficiency of a firm’s logistics processes
- Effectively manage globally dispersed cross-cultural teams
- Apply high ethical and professional standards in the workplace
- Gain advanced standing in the SCMP designation
Management skills
In addition to the specific knowledge taught about global trade and logistics, students will learn project management, computing, and business communication skills.
Major projects challenge students to develop their time management skills. Business graduates are known for their efficiency.
Group work
Employers today are looking for people who work in teams just as well as they work individually. To meet this demand, the program provides many opportunities for teamwork – far more than you’ll find in a traditional university.
At the beginning of the program, you will be assigned to a team of four to six students. During the first year, your team will work on projects together.
Below is a small sample of projects that students will complete during the program:
- International Business – Country Report (Year 1, Level 2)
Students will complete a comprehensive country report that analyzes the conditions for business in a chosen nation. This project gives students an understanding of areas to focus on when entering an international market.
- Transportation Systems Project (Year 1, Level 2)
For his CITT course project, students find a company in the transportation industry to analyze. The company must provide one of the five modes of transport: Road, Rail, Water, Air, or Pipeline. It is the first opportunity to interact off-campus with an industry client.
- Mini-Industry Project (Year 2, Level 3)
- Business Consulting Project (Year 2, Level 4)
See Business Consulting Project webpage for details
Industry connections
The Global Trade and Transportation Management program is guided by a Professional Advisory Committee composed of industry veterans and experts. The program regularly hosts industry events such as networking, guest speaker, field trips, and industry seminar to enrich student’s connection and engagement to the international business and logistics industry.
Program length
Two years, full-time.Accreditation
Portions of the program curriculum have been aligned and accredited with these professional organizations:
- Canadian Institute of Traffic and Transportation (CITT), designation: CITT Certified Logistics Professional (CCLP)
- Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILTNA), designation: Affiliate Member of the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (AMILT)
- Forum of International Trade Training (FITT), designation: Certified International Trade Professional (CITP)
- Supply Chain Management Association (SCMA), designation: Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP)
Graduates of the program are able to complete their professional designations with additional courses and exams as required by the applicable organization.
See Graduating & Jobs for more information.Program delivery
In person: This program is delivered on campus.
Program location
Burnaby Campus
3700 Willingdon Avenue
Burnaby, BC
Continue your education
Graduates of this program may continue their studies to complete the BCIT Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) program. The BBA program provides you with the flexibility to complete your degree full-time within 8 to 12 months (depending on previous transfer credits from other institutes), or you can choose to begin your career and finish your degree courses part-time, usually within 2 to 3 years.
Block credits from your diploma may also be transferred to business degrees at Simon Fraser University, the University of Northern British Columbia, Royal Roads University, Lakehead University and others. Please confirm details with the respective program that you are considering if this option is of interest.
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Graduating & Jobs
The market for graduates from the program is growing all the time. Over the past 10 years, Canada’s trade with the world has seen significant growth, and so has the demand for competent employees that are skilled in the activities associated with this new breed of global company. Being the Gateway to Pacific, the Greater Vancouver area sees increased demand for support services including transportation, logistics, and customs brokerage. New trade lanes, new ports, and port expansions offer grads a host of opportunities today, tomorrow, and for years to come.
International business and logistics jobs & careers
Graduates of the Global Trade and Transportation Management diploma program have strong international business and logistics skills that will lead to a wide variety of local and international job opportunities.
Global Trade positions:
- International Business Analyst
- International Marketing Specialist
- Business Development Specialist/Manager
- Logistics Sales Rep
- Country, or Global Marketing Manager
- International/Global Sales Manager
- International/Global Business Advisor
Logistics positions:
- Logistics Analyst
- Freight Forwarder
- Import / Export Clerk
- Purchaser / Procurement Specialist
- Shipping / Logistics Coordinator
- Route Planner
- International/Global Account Manager
- Transportation Manager
- Inventory Control Manager
- Warehouse Manager
Professional Designations and Accreditations
Global Trade and Transportation Management offers additional world-recognized professional designations and industry accreditations. Upon graduate, students can earn the following designations with conditions:
- Canadian Institute of Traffic and Transportation (CITT), designation: CITT Certified Logistics Professional (CCLP)
Graduates of GTTM can earn the CCLP designation by meeting the 3-year related industry experience requirement. - Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILTNA), designation: Affiliate Member of the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (AMCILT)
Graduates of GTTM can earn the AMCILT designation from the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport North America (CILTNA). - Forum of International Trade Training (FITT), designation: Certified International Trade Professional Certified International Trade Professional (CITP)
Upon successfully passing two professional exams provided by the Forum of International Trade Training (FITT) and meeting the 1-year industry experience requirement, graduates of GTTM can earn the CITP designation. - Supply Chain Management Association (SCMA), designation: Supply Chain Management Professional Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP)
Advance standing status is given to GTTM graduates for some SCMP modules.
Graduate employment outcomes
The BCIT student outcomes report presents summary findings from the annual survey of former students administered by BC Stats one to two years after graduation. These reports combine the last three years of available results for the 2020-2022 BCIT Outcomes Surveys of 2019-2021 graduates and for Degree 2017-2019 graduates. The reports are organized into three-page summaries containing information on graduates’ labour market experiences and opinions regarding their education. More detailed information can be accessed at the BC Student Outcomes website.
To view these results, you may need to have the Adobe Acrobat Reader installed in your Web browser.
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Faculty, Advisors & Staff
Instructors of the Global Trade and Transportation Management program have extensive industry experience. Many of them remain active in the industry by working as consultants.
Additionally, most program instructors are members of professional institutes and organizations that relate to the areas of study. These memberships allow instructors to remain current on new industry standards and offer fresh insight to students on recent developments.
Advisory committee
The Global Trade and Transportation Management program is directly connected with the business world through faculty, community events, projects, and our graduates. Our advisory committee member talent pool of expertise keeps the program curriculum current and applicable as well as providing students with a network of contacts.
We produce top-level, employable students who continually strive to reach new levels of personal and organizational performance. Graduates gain the key skills, attributes, and characteristics that employers want in their employees.
Connecting students with jobs is one of the program’s advantages. The Global Trade and Transportation Management program attracts many companies in the industry, including several with personal connections to instructors. Our graduates are highly sought-after and regularly recruited.
Current members of our advisory committee include:
- Bryan Price, Vice President – Aquatica Submarines Inc.
- Brian Best, Director, Warehousing & Distribution – London Drugs Limited
- Cindy Sonnenberg, Chief Procurement Officer – Argus Control Systems
- Jack Heu, Operation Manager, Strategic Development – FLS Transportation Services Inc.
- Randy Kahlon, VP, Sales and Marketing – ABC Recycling
- Fazolah (Nima) Malayeri, Site Manager – Cardinal Healthcare
- Wade Simmons, General Manager – Unitow Services
- Rachael Radford, Director – OPTIS Consulting Network
- Jane Pikulina, Director of Operations – Siber Facade Group Inc.
- Paul Reichard, Remote Site/Environmental Director – SEI Industries Ltd
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Business Consulting Project
A BCIT Business Consulting Project provides second-year Global Trade and Transportation Management students the opportunity to work over a 10 week period with an organization to solve an international business problem or challenge. Students work in a team of two or three to identify potential opportunities, conduct research, and recommend effective solutions. Students complete a comprehensive written report and present an oral presentation to the sponsoring organization outlining the student team’s recommendations and solutions.
Business Consulting Projects are different from traditional co-op and internship programs. Students are not assigned to actual positions, but rather fill a consulting role for businesses and organizations. Each project has a BCIT faculty member that serves as an advisor for the student consulting team. Exit surveys from participating companies show that the completed strategic business solutions have a value that far surpassed their expectations.
View a complete list of past Business Consulting Projects students have completed in a wide variety of industries.
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Mireille Meynen
Administrative Assistant
604-456-1155 | mireille_meynen@bcit.ca
Leo Lei
Program Head, Global Trade and Transportation Management
604-451-6779 | Leo_Lei@bcit.ca
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