Course Summary:

Diploma in Supply Chain Management

This Diploma in Supply Chain Management provides learners with a practical and comprehensive understanding of the end-to-end supply chain process. The course covers key areas including procurement, logistics, inventory management, warehousing, transportation, demand forecasting, and supply chain technologies.
Through interactive activities, real-world case studies, and hands-on assignments, students will develop the skills required to manage and optimize supply chain operations in both local and global contexts. The course also emphasizes ethical sourcing, sustainability, and digital transformation within modern supply chains.
Ideal for aspiring supply chain professionals, procurement officers, logistics coordinators, and operations managers, this program prepares participants to take on strategic roles across various industries.
 Upon Completion, Learners Will Be Able To:
  • Understand the structure and function of global supply chains
  • Apply procurement and logistics strategies effectively
  • Use demand forecasting and inventory planning techniques
  • Evaluate supply chain technologies like ERP and RFID
  • Integrate sustainability and ethical practices into supply chain decisions

Course Description: Purchasing Management

This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the principles, processes, and strategic importance of purchasing within supply chain and business operations. Learners will explore the full procurement lifecycle—from identifying needs and sourcing suppliers to negotiating contracts and managing vendor relationships. Emphasis is placed on cost analysis, ethical sourcing, supplier evaluation, and the role of purchasing in achieving organizational goals.
By the end of the course, students will be able to develop and implement purchasing strategies that balance quality, cost, reliability, and risk.

 Key Topics:

  • The role of purchasing in the supply chain
  • Purchase requisitions and orders
  • Supplier selection and evaluation
  • Cost and price analysis
  • Contracting and negotiation
  • Ethical and sustainable purchasing practices

Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion, participants will be able to:
  1. Explain the strategic function of purchasing in modern organizations.
  2. Apply methods for evaluating and selecting suppliers.
  3. Perform basic cost and price analysis for purchasing decisions.
  4. Prepare and interpret purchasing documents.
  5. Understand legal and ethical considerations in purchasing.