Course Overview
Supply management is the process of managing flows of goods, services, knowledge and resulting finances into the organization. The goal of this course is to have students appreciate the procurement process and how it fits into supply management. The procurement process extends well beyond the boundaries of the procurement department. For instance, senior management may be heavily involved in selecting supply partners. Similarly, design departments will be heavily involved in selecting key technologies, which will have major implications in selecting suppliers. However, in most organizations the procurement department plays an integral role in all major procurement activities, in either a lead, or supporting role. This course introduces the tactical aspects of procurement. It intends to provide information and techniques to allow junior to intermediate procurement staff to work more effectively. For those not currently working in a procurement role, the course may prepare you for a move to such a role, or allow you to work more effectively with procurement staff.