Learn project management and supply chain essentials to manage local or global businesses.
As a leader or manager in your organization, you understand the benefit of project and supply chain management practices in the workplace.
Earn your graduate diploma full-time on our beautiful campus.
Learn from leading-edge instructors and develop best practices in project leadership, team dynamics, negotiations and more.
Project management credentials
Earn hours for your PMP designation.
Study on campus
Learn on our beautiful campus.
Flexible admission
We consider your work and life experience.
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April 07, 2025
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September 15, 2025
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April 07, 2026
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Gain hands-on project and supply chain management skills
You know the importance of change management initiatives, project negotiations and changing team dynamics, and you understand these situations call for exemplary leadership.
The Graduate Diploma in Project and Supply Chain Management sets you up for success, in a Canadian or a global business context.
You’ll learn from leading-edge instructors. They'll guide you through the fundamentals and finer points of both project and supply chain management, and leadership.
You’ll build hands-on logistics, materials management, and operational skills, while also building leadership capabilities for managing projects and processes efficiently. And you’ll build a knowledge base about relevant topics including communication, innovation, teamwork, critical thinking, and organizational strategy, aligned with industry best practices.
Develop your own leadership skills
You’ll also develop your own leadership skills, with the help of your instructors and your cohort colleagues. You'll gain vision, courage, partnerships and networks, which will give you the energy and perseverance to lead your organization, and face obstacles wherever you are.
Through your learning, you’ll become the kind of leader who inspires teams to work together. Whether your goal is to make change in your organization, or make change in your entire life, you'll find the skills and connections to make it happen.
On campus learning
This program is fully delivered on the beautiful campus of Royal Roads University.
Studying on campus brings you together with your class colleagues and instructors. Expect the program to be rigorous. You’ll do research, readings, individual and team assignments outside of your on-campus class hours.
Keep building from here
Upon successful completion of the Graduate Diploma in Project Management and Organizational Leadership, you can transfer up to 9 credits toward a Royal Roads Master of Business Administration, Master of Global Management or Master of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies.
Graduates of the Graduate Certificate in Project Management or the Graduate Certificate in Management and Leadership may further their learning by transferring credits to this diploma.
Project management credentials
- Students who complete this program will receive the educational hours required to apply for the Project Management Professional (PMP)® designation.
- Active Project Management Professionals (PMP)® can earn Professional Development Units (PDUs) toward maintenance of PMP® credential upon completion of this program.
- RRU is an Authorized Training Provider (ATP) for the Project Management Institute®
Program outcomes
Once you have completed this program, you'll have project and supply chain management skills that are transferrable to work across industries. Graduates of this program will be able to:
- Demonstrate effective leadership in managing projects by applying techniques for stakeholder engagement, including negotiation, conflict resolution, change leadership, and fostering collaboration.
- Apply advanced tools and methodologies to manage project risks, timelines, and budgets while adhering to project specifications and constraints.
- Develop strategies to integrate innovation and creativity while addressing constraints in complex project environments.
- Develop comprehensive project plans using techniques such as work breakdown structures, cost estimation, forecasting, and scheduling.
- Act as a catalyst for personal and organizational change through strategic leadership and collaborative problem-solving.
- Design and optimize supply chain systems to align with business objectives, leveraging analytical tools and best practices for continuous improvement.
- Address global challenges and opportunities in supply chain operations, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
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Admission requirements
Standard admission
- Completion of a four-year undergraduate degree in arts, business, or environmental studies (or another acceptable alternative, including either a masters or doctoral level degree), plus some related experience, typically a minimum of two years' work in relevant leadership, management, communication, training, marketing, or consultant roles, etc.
Flexible admission
- Applicants who do not meet the standard admission requirements need a minimum of four full-time years' relevant work experience and some post-secondary education.
- Applications will be adjudicated based on a consideration of all standard supporting documents (academic transcripts, resumé, statement of intent, reference letters), with a broad focus on work, life and volunteer experience as well as any academic work or credentials.
All flexible admission applications will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.
English language proficiency
If English is not your first language, please review our English language requirements.
Additional recommendation(s)
Admission to this program is based on the applicant’s balance of work and life experience, including volunteer and community activities, practical experience or related training.
Application requirements
All applications to this program require submission of the following information and supporting documents before your file can be assessed for admission:
Application form
In order to apply online, you will be required to create a log-in account using your email address. You will be required to list all credit courses and/or programs you have completed or are currently enrolled in. An application fee will be required. If your application fees are being paid by a third party, review sponsored student information. Once submitted, you may check the status of your application at any time.
Missed your application deadline? While we can’t make any guarantees, we may be able to accommodate late applications if there's still space and enough time to process. If you're interested in an intake that is now closed to applications, apply for the next available intake and email Admissions with your preferred start date. Make sure you’re prepared to submit your program's required documents right away. We can't make an admissions decision without them.
Official transcripts
In accordance with RRU's admissions policy and practices, applicants are required to submit official transcripts from all post-secondary (higher education) institutions currently or previously attended, though exceptions may apply for some Graduate Diploma in Project Management and Organizational Leadership applicants as outlined below:
- All applicants must declare all post-secondary studies (courses, programs, transfer credit, etc.) in their application.
- As part of the application process, applicants anticipating acceptance by standard admission will be required to provide an official transcript for the highest level, most relevant and/or most recent degree credential(s). Whenever possible, applicants are also encouraged to provide unofficial (or official) transcripts from all other institutions currently or previously attended. Additional documents may be requested at any time during the application process. Additionally, upon acceptance Admissions will determine which, if any, additional transcripts or documents will be required, and these requirements may be noted as a condition of admission.
- As part of the application process, applicants anticipating consideration under flexible admission must submit all official transcripts for all institutions currently or previously attended.
In all cases, applicants are responsible for arranging for the submission of official transcripts. Transcripts are considered official only if submitted directly by the Registrar or other recognized authority of the providing institution in the institution's original, sealed envelope. If the envelope has been opened, the transcripts are no longer official and new (official) transcripts will be required to complete your application.
Transcripts are not required for non-credit programs or courses, though some programs may require proof of professional certifications or designations. All international transcripts or credentials are subject to an international transcript and/or credential evaluation.
Personal statement
The personal statement should be approximately one page in length and should outline your motivation for seeking entrance to the program. The statement should address the topic of how the Graduate Diploma in Project and Supply Chain Management will contribute to your future career. Relate this to who you are, what you feel you will gain from the program, and the strengths you feel you could bring to the program.
Two reference letters
These documents can be written in a variety of formats. In essence, we expect the letters of reference to confirm that you are a suitable candidate for the program, why s/he feels you will succeed in the program, and describe how the program will benefit you. The context in which the referee has come to know you should also be mentioned (professional, academic, personal, volunteer, etc.).
Detailed résumé
Your detailed résumé should include the following:
- Education: List all post-secondary education, degrees, diplomas, and certificates you have achieved.
- Work experience: Please include the name of the organization, length of service and a brief description of duties.
- Voluntary/unpaid work experience: List and describe any voluntary/unpaid post-secondary employment and/or community service experience. Please include the name of the organization, length of service, and a brief description of duties. List positions you have held in this service.
- Professional memberships/affiliations: List memberships and positions you hold/have held in professional associations, service clubs, community/volunteer sector.
Other relevant information: Provide any other information which you believe is relevant to your application and will be of assistance to the review committee.
If applicable
- Applicants declaring permanent resident or Convention Refugee status in Canada must submit a copy of their Permanent Resident Card (PR card) along with their application.
- Transcript evaluation fee or credential evaluation report, if submitting international transcripts.
- An official English language proficiency score report or other evidence of proficiency if English is not your primary language.
- Other information or documents as may be requested to determine your eligibility.
For information on how and where to send your supporting documents, please refer to the document submission guidelines.