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Purchasing & Procurement

Lifelong Learning
6N2183

This Certificate in Purchasing course provides you with the basic knowledge and skills to effectively manage the procurement function of any small to medium size organisation.

Award Name Level 6 Component Award (Level 6 NFQ)
NFQ Classification Minor
Awarding Body QQI
NFQ Level Level 6 NFQ
Award Name NFQ Classification Awarding Body NFQ Level
Level 6 Component Award (Level 6 NFQ) Minor QQI Level 6 NFQ
Location:
Dublin City Centre
Attendance Options:
Part time, Evening
Apply to:
Course provider
Number of credits:
15

Duration

10 Weeks Part - Time 18:30 - 21:30
This course is delivered through Live Online classes (recordable) on CMI's unique learning platform.

Careers / Further progression

Graduate demand:
Our graduates are in high demand across several industries and sectors, but particularly roles as buyers in; food, pharmaceutical, manufacturing, construction, aviation, transport, insurance, and facilities sectors.

Over 88% of successful graduates acquire new opportunities as, Procurement officers, Purchasing Managers, Buyers, working for employers where focus on value for money and service delivery, contract management and sourcing suppliers is essential.

Progression:
The course allows you direct entry into the higher level chartered CIPS Diploma in Procurement & Supply or learners can use this certificate towards the further completion of a QQI Supply Chain Logistics Major Award (6M2192).

Progression To CIPS Diploma In Procurement & Supply Or Also Progression To Level 6 QQI Major Award Supply Chain Logistics 6M2192

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Further information

Start dates:
Wednesday October 11th 2023
Wednesday February 7th 2024

Online Live Classes: €980
Includes all tuition, registration, assessment and online notes.

Apply By: Tuesday August 15th 18:00

This Purchasing and Procurement course is the only course in Ireland which provides training to those with no prior experience in procurement.

This Procurement and Purchasing course online is ideal for anyone interested in developing a successful career in the field of purchasing or procurement management.

This Certificate in Purchasing course provides you with the basic knowledge and skills to effectively manage the procurement function of any small to medium size organisation. You will learn to distinguish between the different procurement and purchasing functions offered by different types of public and private sector organisations.

A big part of the role of working in purchasing and procurement involves sourcing suppliers across the globe and researching potential vendors. Once the right vendors have been identified, then the next step which is covered in this Certificate in purchasing and procurement is to go out to tender.

1. Writing requests for bids and awarding supply contracts is a great skill. Part of this certificate in procurement management course involves learning how to write and review tenders, and compare and evaluate offers from suppliers.

2. This Purchasing and Procurement course will show you how to complete a detailed 'like for like' comparison analysis. For example measuring and comparing delivery terms and minimum order quantities is hugely important.

3. This purchasing and procurement online certificate will cover the basics like coordinating delivery and supply as well as more strategic procurement management.

4. A very important part of this procurement certification online course is to negotiate contract terms of agreement and pricing. Once pricing is agreed and contracts are signed then procurement management of the purchasing contract is vital.

5. Doing a online purchasing management course means covering how you can maintain continuity of supply at the right price for your clients or employer. Ensuring purchasing contract terms are implemented could be as simple as tracking orders and ensuring timely delivery.

6. A big part of this certificate in procurement management is to review the quality of purchased products.

7. Getting procurement management certification involves learning how to supervise staff, evaluate supply options, maintain good supplier relationships, and approve purchases, while maintaining accurate records.

8. Getting procurement certification from this purchasing and procurement online course, is essential to demonstrate your competency and ability to work as a purchasing or procurement officer.

Modules
The Certificate course in Purchasing & Procurement covers the following key foundation areas:
1. Characteristics of the procurement function
2. The role of purchasing and procurement in an organization to include logistics and legal requirements
3. Procurement in different sectors including public and private, in terms of tendering processes, specifications, and procurement
4. The difference between rationalisation and development roles in purchasing
5. The importance of green procurement with respect to sources of materials, waste management and product life cycle and disposal
6. The key components of a contract to include the rationale for termination of agreements
7. The classification system to rank procurement items in order of importance
8. Tactical and strategic sourcing
9. Relevant criteria for assessment of suppliers
10. Negotiate effectively during all stages of procurement giving due consideration to ethical practices.

Assigments: Exam: 3 hour - 60%; Assignment - 40%.

6N2183 Purchasing & Procurement

Award: Purchasing & Procurement Level 6 Minor Award 6N2183 Further Education and Training.
Award Body: QQI - Quality and Qualifications Ireland.

Tel: 01 4927070

Location:
Dublin City Centre
Attendance Options:
Part time, Evening
Apply to:
Course provider
Number of credits:
15