Procurement is the process of acquiring goods and services by organizations.  Traditionally, procurement has not been thought of in a strategic sense.  As the percentage of production items that are purchased has risen, so has the importance of procurement.  Procurement is now one of the key strategic elements of an organization.  The goal of this module is for candidates to better understand the strategic role of procurement, as well as tactical approaches that support the strategy.

The focus of this module is on matters of strategic and tactical importance in procurement.  The module starts with a discussion of the key processes that support an organization's strategic procurement goals before comparing strategic and tactical procurement.  A comprehensive procurement strategy backed up by solid procurement tactics supports an organization's goal of providing customers with highly valued products.  Specific tactical matters are considered along the way.

Upon completion of this module candidates should be able to:

• Analyze, discuss, and present case reports.
• Understand the elements of procurement strategy
• Develop procurement strategy
• Develop and apply tactics that support procurement strategy, including those related to processes, organization, supplier selection, and relationships, decision-making, and technology
• Analyze or direct others in the analysis of make or buy decisions, price, cost, quality, inventory, and total cost of ownership
• Apply or direct others in the application of tools to evaluate suppliers and produce statements of work

REFUND and TRANSFER POLICY

All refund, withdrawal, and transfer requests must be sent by email to [email protected]

FULL REFUND: You are eligible for a full refund without penalty for cancellation or withdrawal if the request is received in writing up to 14 days before the start date.

REFUND WITH FEE: You are eligible for a refund minus an administration fee of $150 for cancellations or withdrawals received in writing between 6 and 13 days of the start date.

NO REFUND: No refund is available for cancellation or withdrawal within 5 days of the start date.

TRANSFER:  You are eligible for a transfer to a future offering without penalty if the request is received in writing up to 5 days before the start date. Thereafter no transfer is available. Transfers must be used in the current or subsequent term.

PAYMENT POLICY

If the invoice option is selected, payment must be received 2 weeks before the start date. If payment is not received, Supply Chain Canada reserves the right to remove the student from the class.

Within 2 weeks of the start date, the invoice/cheque option will not be available. Payment will be accepted by credit card only.

FAQ

What is asynchronous learning?

Asynchronous learning is a form of online self-study. While it is self-study, there are submission deadlines and due dates to follow. Learners will not have live scheduled meetings or classes, but will participate via our learning management system, Brightspace (D2L). Learners will have access to an instructor throughout the course.

What is synchronous learning?

Synchronous learning includes weekly virtual instructor led classes. Learners will have live, scheduled classes via Zoom with the instructor and fellow classmates. This format is designed for those looking for an interactive learning experience and to network with other participants. Participants are expected to remain up to date with the deadlines provided. Please note the time zone when you register for this format.

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