Online Courses Handbook 2003

300454 v.2 Graduate Diploma in Strategic Procurement

Introduction
This course is designed to provide the theoretical foundations and techniques of management, law, logistics purchasing, contract administration, via a case study together with practical business applications. A range of issues are studied applicable to strategic procurement including - competitive conduct, strategy, logistics and management.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites
A business or commerce degree from a recognised tertiary institute or significant professional experience in the area of strategic procurement or contract management.

Recognition of Prior Learning
Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis.

Duration and Availability
This fee paying course is two semesters full-time or equivalent part-time study. It is expected that most students would complete the program over two years on a part-time basis.

Intermediate Awards
A student who has successfully completed all the requirments of the Graduate Certificate in Strategic Procurement may apply for graduation in that award subject to approval of the Head of School. For further definition refer to the Statement and Awards section under General Information.

Professional Recognition
Graduates are eligible to meet the requirements leading to full membership of the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply in the United Kingdom.

Career Opportunities
Graduates are expected to obtain employment in both the public and private sectors. Public sector employers are State Supply Commission, Department of Contract and Management Services and Local Government authorities. Private sector employers include large commercial organisations and mining companies.

Additional Course Expenses
Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other vital study materials. In addition, students may also need to contribute some of the cost of consumables, which varies depending on the area of study.

Course Structure Hrs/Wk Credit

Year 1 Semester 1

12280 v.2 Strategic Logistics Management 502 3.0 25.0

12282 v.2 Logistics Information Systems 502 3.0 25.0

300445 v.2 Strategic Procurement 502 3.0 25.0

5934 v.4 Legal Environment 560 3.0 25.0

100.0

Year 1 Semester 2

12279 v.2 Materials Management 502 3.0 25.0

300455 v.2 Contract Administration 502 3.0 25.0

300456 v.2 Purchasing and Procurement 502 3.0 25.0

5254 v.6 Business Policy 650 3.0 25.0

100.0