I’m 22 (turning 23) in 3rd year of Honours BBA Supply Chain Management at Sheridan College, Ontario. 2 years left.
In high school I chose this college program for the practical co-op focus instead of university. All my Grade 12 courses were university-prep (U-level), but I didn’t take Physics or Chemistry.
I have ~1.5 years relevant co-op experience in manufacturing/supply chain (production floor + supply chain operations role with MRP, ISO audits, etc.). My current role has offered an extension as a regular full-time Supply Chain employee for the next few months.
Questions:
• Has anyone switched from a college BBA (Supply Chain/Operations) to a full engineering degree as a mature student in Ontario? How did it go? Worth it?
• Did you finish the BBA first + work 1–2 years, then switch? Or go straight in?
• For those who stayed in Supply Chain/Operations after a similar college program — are you satisfied long-term? Does hands-on manufacturing experience make up for no Eng degree?
• Any solid hybrid paths (e.g. Supply Chain Engineer, Operations roles) without a full engineering degree?
Leaning toward taking the extension, finishing the BBA, working a bit, then deciding. Would appreciate real experiences.
Thanks.