Business Purchasing and Supply Chain Management
Companies need to source and buy materials, so procurement and purchasing skills are much in demand. This fast-track entry in Business Purchasing and Supply Chain Management gives graduates the skills. Purchasing and supply chain management is a complex process that involves the coordination of purchasing, procurement, production, and logistics. In order to maximize the efficiency of these processes, it is crucial that all parties involved have access to accurate information on the status of their activities.
Purchasing departments are at the centre of successful supply chain management. Typically, they help other departments identify their needs, manage the requisition process and source competitive prices, and generally act as controllers to ensure adherence to budgets.This direct entry degree allows you to specialize in business purchasing and supply chain management in sectors such as retail, service, manufacturing and fashion. You’ll study modules in project management, negotiations, purchasing and international supply chain management.
What you will study
- Fundamentals of Entrepreneurship
- Innovation in Competitive Environments
- Project Planning and Management
- Purchasing and Distribution
- Operations Management
- Advanced Project Management
- Managing Strategy
- Negotiations
- Personal and Professional Practice
- International Logistics and Supply Chain Management
Career Options:-
- Purchasing agent. National average salary
- Operations manager
- Logistics analyst
- Purchasing manager
- Supply chain manager
- Logistics manager
- Storage and distribution manager