Introduction to Procurement and Supply Chain Management
About This Course
This foundational module introduces students to the essential concepts and practices of procurement and supply chain management. Spanning 30 hours, it explores the evolution of procurement, transitioning from traditional methods to contemporary digital solutions. Students will learn the fundamentals of procurement, including its definition, key drivers, benefits, and the challenges organisations face during implementation.
The module also covers the principles of supply chain management, emphasizing the roles of various stakeholders and how their collaboration impacts overall efficiency. A significant focus is placed on ethical considerations within procurement, equipping students with the tools to navigate compliance and manage ethical risks effectively.
What You'll Learn
• Apply foundational procurement principles to identify key drivers, benefits, and challenges in procurement processes.
• Implement ethical procurement practices by establishing inventory control policies and selecting approved suppliers.
• Evaluate ethical risks in procurement activities and manage compliance with supplier qualification and purchase order procedures.
• Apply procurement processes to effectively raise Requests for Quotation (RFQ) and Purchase Orders (PO) for organizational approval.
• Identify and evaluate approved suppliers based on technical specifications to ensure quality control in procurement.
• Monitor and report on ethical compliance within procurement processes to mitigate risks and develop strategies for enhancing transparency and accountability.
Entry Requirements
Min ‘N’ Level or Nitec or Equivalent or
be able to listen, speak, read and write English at a proficiency level equivalent to Workplace Literacy (WPLN) Level 6.