DIPLOMA IN PROCUREMENT AND SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT

 DIPLOMA IN PROCUREMENT AND SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT

Course Overview:

The Online Diploma in Procurement and Supply Chain Management is a comprehensive program designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills required to excel in the field of procurement and supply chain management. This course covers essential concepts, strategies, and practices necessary for the effective management of procurement processes and the optimization of supply chains.

Duration: The course has a duration of six months. It is structured to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of procurement and supply chain management within a relatively short timeframe.

Course Curriculum:

1. Introduction to Procurement and Supply Chain Management

   • Overview of procurement and supply chain management

   • Importance and benefits of effective procurement and supply chain management

2. Procurement Strategies and Techniques

   • Strategic sourcing

   • Supplier selection and evaluation

   • Negotiation and contract management

   • Risk management in procurement

3. Supply Chain Management Principles

   • Demand forecasting and planning

   • Inventory management

   • Transportation and logistics

   • Warehouse and distribution management

4. Supplier Relationship Management

   • Developing and maintaining supplier relationships

   • Supplier performance measurement and improvement

   • Supplier collaboration and innovation

5. Ethical and Sustainable Procurement

   • Ethical considerations in procurement

   • Sustainability in supply chain management

   • Green procurement practices

6. Technology and Digitalization in Procurement and Supply Chain

   • Role of technology in procurement and supply chain management

   • E-procurement systems and tools

   • Supply chain analytics and optimization

7. International Procurement and Global Supply Chain Management

   • Cross-border procurement challenges

   • Global sourcing and logistics

   • Cultural and legal considerations in international procurement

   • 8 Quality Management and Continuous Improvement

     • Total quality management (TQM) principles

     • Six Sigma and Lean methodologies

     • Continuous improvement in procurement and supply chain

Course Delivery: The course is delivered entirely online through a dedicated learning platform. Students will have access to comprehensive study materials, video lectures, interactive discussions, and practical exercises. They will also have the opportunity to engage with instructors and fellow learners through online forums and virtual classrooms.

Assessment and Certification: Students will be assessed through assignments, quizzes, and a final examination at the end of the course. Upon successful completion, participants will receive a Diploma in Procurement and Supply Chain Management.

Price: The course fee for the Online Diploma in Procurement and Supply Chain Management is $600 USD.

COURSE Organizers : Africa Center For humanitarian and development studies

LANGUAGE : français

FORMAT: ONLINE SELF PHASED

GENERAL CONTACT: info@humanitarianstudies.org