Additional Purchasing and Supply Chain Management Certifications

An advanced study program is open to students who have prior industry experience or related education. Your study can be tailored to one of three concentrations, providing you with a highly customized and relevant individualized curriculum. You may choose from:

• Planning and Procurement
• Logistics and Negotiation
• Finance and Legal

In addition to in-depth study of purchase management issues and methodologies specific to your chosen concentration, the advanced purchasing certification program will also explore:

Purchasing & Supply Chain Management Fundamentals

This module provides comprehensive coverage of the domestic and international perspectives on purchasing supply chain management fundamentals, including: forecasting and specification of needs, supplier sourcing and selection, cost/price analysis, financial analysis, E-commerce/technology management, negotiation strategies and tactics, contract formation and administration, supplier relationship management and performance evaluation, new product development, logistics and social responsibility, including environmental, diversity and social justice.

Purchasing & Supply Chain Management Administration

This module provides an introduction to the administration of the purchasing function in a supply chain management environment, including: organization and operation of the purchasing department, principles and procedures processes, budgeting, strategy and planning, personnel resource management, inter-departmental relationships, inventory management and disposal, personnel and departmental performance assessment and reporting, and leadership.

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