PROGRAMME AIMS
This Executive Diploma in Purchasing Supply is designed to acquire the knowledge and ability to apply various purchasing principles, techniques, and tools used by management in relation to supply chain and warehousing in order to optimise resources and cost. It is designed to equip those who are keen to take up employment in Management within the business sector. Those who are keen to further their education can progress on to either the Higher Diploma in Business Management or gain entry and acceptance into Year 2 of a Bachelor’s degree.
PROGRAMME STRUCTURE
The Executive Diploma in Purchasing supply comprises of three modules. The Executive Diploma in Purchasing supply is a professional diploma delivered in a manner that gives you the flexibility to learn at a time and place that suits your personal and work life. You can embark immediately on an Executive Diploma in Purchasing Supply knowing you can fit it into your schedule.
3 core modules 60 credits
- Warehousing – 20 Credits
- Purchasing Principles – 20 Credits
- Purchasing Supply Management – 20 Credits
DELIVERY MODE
Mode A: Blended Learning mode
Available at selected Approved Learning Centres where classes are held plus learners are given a complete set of learning materials to facilitate independent study which can be accessed through our designated Learning Portal.
For each module we recommend that Approved Learning Centres provide between 6 and 12 hours of lectures/tutorials and that you spend at least 12 hours learning online.
Mode B: Fully Online mode
Learners are given a complete set of learning materials to facilitate independent study which can be accessed through our designated Learning Portal. For each module, we recommend at least 24 hours of online learning.
ADMISSION CRITERIA
An applicant may be admitted on the basis of evidence to suggest that he or she will be able to fulfill and benefit from the objectives of the programme and achieve the standard required for the award.
Summary of Entry Requirements
No prior knowledge is required. Applicants should normally be at least 16 years old and preferably with the following:
- Level 3 (QCF/RQF) Certificate;
- 4 GCSEs at grade C or above; or
- Working adults.
Advanced Standing / Exemptions / Credits Transfer (APL)
Consideration for the above for learners admitted onto the programme may be considered either at the beginning of a programme, or beyond the beginning of a programme, through an assessment of that learner’s prior learning, whether certificated or un-certificated. The process for making such a decision is known as the Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL) is a matter of academic judgment exercised by the appointed panel considering applications and approvals of APL. Where cohorts of learners are to be admitted with advanced standing on a regular basis, the arrangement should be subject to an Academic Progression Agreement.
ASSESSMENT STRUCTURE
Comprehensive Multiple Choice Questions (“MCQs”)
The mode of assessment is a carefully designed MCQs consisting of 50 MCQs to be taken either online or in a proctored paper-based final examination at approved centres. The duration of this final assessment will be 1.5 hours. The MCQ will serve to validate the attainment of broad understanding and application of knowledge by learners is related to the intended learning outcomes.
UNIT SPECIFICATION
Participants will be awarded an Executive Diploma in Purchasing Supply upon completion of the 3 Modules in Purchasing Supply Management, Warehousing and Purchasing Principles.
1. Warehousing
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this Module learners will be able to:
- Examine the various key concepts and principles relating to warehousing and supply chain.
- Apply various techniques and tools to undertake effective warehousing management.
Topics covered include:
- Warehousing’s Role in the Supply Chain
- Distribution Center Concept
- General Warehousing and Distribution Center Strategies
- Design and Layout
- Personnel
- Warehouse Negotiations, Agreements, and Contracts
- Warehouse Management
2. Purchasing Supply Principles
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this Module learners will be able to:
- Articulate key knowledge relating to the concepts, tools, principles and practices relating to Purchasing Supply.
- Use the required models, tools, and techniques to ensure effective application of purchasing supply practices in an organisation.
Topics covered include:
- Purchasing/ Procurement scope and development
- Strategic procurement and supply chain management
- Outsourcing
- Quality management
- Inventory management
- Sourcing strategies and relationships
- Lead time and time compression
- Case Studies on Purchasing Supply Practices
3. Purchasing Supply Management
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this Module learners will be able to:
- Examine the various key concepts and principles relating to Purchasing Supply Management.
- Apply various techniques and tools to undertake effective Purchasing Supply Management.
Topics covered include:
- Project procurement
- Purchasing of commodities
- Purchasing of services
- Capital procurement
- Retail procurement
- Negotiation
- E-Procurement Systems and Contract Management
- Contract management and performance measurement
