Course overview
This course equips students with a deeper knowledge of procurement structures and processes in both public and private sectors. It covers the theories and strategies for enhanced value, buyer-supplier relationships, and category management; as well as the analytical skills and competencies required in the realm of the digital age for strategic advantage. This course examines the processes and systems required for effective strategic, tactical and operational management of assets and resources in contemporary public and private organisations, including small to medium enterprises. Students are assessed through a critical analysis, presentation and report.
Course learning outcomes
- Evaluate the procurement structures, processes, skills and complexities inherent in organisations and supply chains today with readings and class activities around the topics by completing the core requirements of this CLO in a critical analysis, presentation and report
- Examine the impact of digitalization on procurement, manufacturing, warehousing and logistics with readings and class activities around the topics by completing the core requirements of this CLO in a critical analysis, presentation and report
- Critically analyse the issues in sourcing and supply and recommend solutions to increase value and strategic advantage for businesses with readings and class activities around the topics by completing the core requirements of this CLO in a critical analysis, presentation and report
- Demonstrate skills in self-management, problem solving, oral and written communication, teamwork, and applying an international perspective with readings and class activities around the topics by completing the core requirements of this CLO in a critical analysis, presentation and report
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