Overview
One critical job function that’s often overlooked is industrial engineering. In almost every industry, having a qualified, responsible person to organize production, analyze inventory, manage supply chain, and administer projects is necessary for success.
In this specialized program, you’ll train for the essential skills to begin or advance your career in industrial engineering. You’ll train closely with working industry professionals to ensure you have the job-relevant skills you need to find and excel at a career in industrial engineering or operations management.
About the program
- Part-time certificate program
- Flexible schedule that meets your own needs and pace
- Prepare to advance your career with the most effective skills in industrial engineering
Learn more about how BCIT gives you the practical know-how you need in the Program Details.
Who should complete the Industrial Engineering Certificate?
This program could be right for you if:
- You’re looking to advance your career within the operations of an organization
- You need professional development for a new or current role
- You have studied industrial engineering and want to move into a managerial role
- You have a background in engineering and are seeking education that will help you get a job
If any of these sound like you, enroll today at the Entrance Requirements page to begin your training!
What grads can do
With a certificate in industrial engineering, you’ll be adding enticing skills to your resume to help you find, secure, and succeed at a career in business operations. With the hands-on training, you’ll be preparing for careers in lean management, warehouse administration, and more.
Learn more about the opportunities awaiting you on the Graduating and Jobs page.
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Entrance Requirements
About Part-time Studies
Take a single course, or work towards a credential — all at a pace that’s right for you.
Part-time courses are offered in a variety of scheduling formats, including at night or on weekends, flexible day time delivery, or you can opt for distance or online learning. If you meet the prerequisites and there’s space available, you can register for a course immediately. Courses are offered in each of three terms: Fall (September), Winter (January) and Spring/Summer (April).
To apply to a Part-time Studies program and earn your credential, you simply need to complete a Part-time Program Declaration Request. Applications are processed throughout the year.
Applicants to the BCIT School of Business are required to have completed 2 years of full-time study in high school or post-secondary program in English in an English speaking country. If you do not have English 12 and have not studied in an English-speaking country, you will need to demonstrate your skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. For information on English equivalencies, testing and upgrading options, visit:
Application processing
Ongoing throughout the year.
International applicants
This program is available to international applicants. A valid study permit is required prior to starting the program.
Complete the following steps before declaring your program:
- Create your BCIT ID. If you already have a BCIT ID, ensure that your personal profile is complete and current.
- Submit your completed International Flexible Application [PDF] along with proof of your current level of English to international_flex@bcit.ca.
- If you are in Canada, submit a photo or scan of your current status in Canada document to statusdoc@bcit.ca from your myBCIT email account.
BCIT International Student Centre will review your application and contact you with next steps.
Program declaration
Declaring your Flexible Learning (Part-time Studies) program ensures that BCIT is aware of your intent to complete a program as it is currently outlined and provides you the opportunity to apply for transfer credit.
To submit your declaration:
- Answer all questions completely.
- If required, convert transcripts and documents to PDF files.
- Have a credit card ready to pay the application fee.
Declare Now
Upon approval, a program plan letter will be sent to you confirming your program of study. Please allow approximately eight weeks for processing.
Scheduled Intakes
Ongoing Flexible Learning (Part-time Studies) intakes: January, April, and September.
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Costs & Supplies
Tuition fees
Flexible Learning (Part-time Studies) tuition is charged on a course-by-course basis. Please see the Flexible Learning Tuition & Fees pages for more information:
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
Important updates to Part-time Studies
1) Need to waitlist for a School of Business + Media course? Find out more.
2) English Requirement: Find out more.
Every course in this program is developed and taught by working professionals to ensure you get the most current, useful skills and training available. The knowledge you earn through these courses will help you in nearly every aspect of industrial engineering, including inventory management, operations, supervisory skills, accounting for managers, and more.
Please note: part-time programs and courses are open enrolment and although we make every effort to accommodate demand, course registration cannot be guaranteed in every semester. High demand courses fill quickly and may result in students unable to register for a course that semester. Courses may also be cancelled due to low enrolment.
Program matrix
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1. Required Courses: | Credits | ||
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BSYS 2051 | Introduction to Business Data Analytics with MS Excel-MS 365 for Windows | 3.0 | |
BUSA 1305 | Supervisory Skills | 3.0 | |
COMM 2203 | Business and Technical Reports | 3.0 | |
FMGT 1152 | Accounting for the Manager | 3.0 | |
OPMT 1106 | Quality Management Fundamentals | 3.0 | |
OPMT 1110 | Business Mathematics | 4.0 | |
OPMT 1187 | Project Management Essentials | 3.0 | |
OPMT 1191 | Purchasing | 3.0 | |
OPMT 1192 | Inventory Planning and Control | 3.0 | |
OPMT 1197 | Statistics for Business and Industry | 4.5 | |
OPMT 1198 | Operations Management Fundamentals | 3.0 | |
OPMT 2298 | Business Process Improvement | 3.0 | |
OPMT 4699 | Enterprise Performance Management | 3.0 | |
2. Complete 6.0 credits from the following list of electives: | Credits | ||
ASCM 1000 | Basics of Supply Chain Management | 3.0 | |
BUSA 4500 | International Business Practices | 3.0 | |
BUSA 4705 | Leading People and Teams Across Cultures | 4.0 | |
COMM 1103 | Introduction to Business and Technical Communication | 3.0 | |
OPMT 1105 | Engineering Economics | 3.0 | |
OPMT 1142 | Introduction to Quality Control Methods | 3.0 | |
OPMT 1175 | Warehouse Management 1 | 3.0 | |
OPMT 1193 | Facility Planning and Design | 3.0 | |
OPMT 2206 | Quality Assurance 2 (Manufacturing) | 3.0 | |
OPMT 2242 | Intermediate Quality Control Methods | 3.0 | |
OPMT 2287 | Project Cost Estimating | 3.0 | |
OPMT 3306 | Quality Management Systems | 3.0 | |
Total Credits: | 47.5 |
Check current availability of courses for this program.
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
This specialized program is designed to give you today’s most current techniques and skills for a thorough foundation in industrial engineering, regardless of whether you hope to work in the field or if you already hold a position in the manufacturing or warehousing functions of an organization.
Through your studies, you’ll develop strong skills to help you in roles like lean operations, production foreperson, analyst, or supervisor in inventory control, product cost estimating, standard setting, production planning and control, project administration, and technical sales.
Program delivery
Blended: This program is delivered partly on campus and partly online.
Program location
Courses may be offered at the following locations:
Burnaby Campus
3700 Willingdon Avenue
Burnaby, BC
Downtown Campus
555 Seymour Street
Vancouver, BC
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Graduating & Jobs
Your training at BCIT gives you a unique addition to your resume along with the knowledge and confidence to perform in a variety of industrial engineering and operations roles. Whether you’re starting a new career or developing additional skills to advance your career into management, you’ll be prepared to accelerate your future.
Some job opportunities include:
- Lean Leader
- Lean Operations Manager
- Business Process Manager
- Warehouse Manager
- Process Improvement Manager
- Procurement Manager
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.
Apply for graduation
Upon successful completion of all program requirements, complete an Application for BCIT Credential [PDF] and submit it to Student Information and Enrolment Services.
Allow approximately six to eight weeks for processing.
All financial obligations to the Institute must be met prior to issuance of any credential.
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Contact Us
Ruth MacKay
Part-time Studies Program Assistant – Operations Management
604-412-7417 | Ruth_MacKay@bcit.ca
Juan Azmitia
Part-time Studies Coordinator – Operations Management
604-453-4005 | Juan_Azmitia@bcit.ca
Contact a Part-time Studies Program Advisor with the BCIT program name in the subject line if you have a question about:
- Course selection and program planning
- Declaring your program
- Making changes to your approved program plan
- Applying for transfer credit and advanced placement
- Laddering options
- Job placement and graduate outcomes
- Student life
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