Introduction
The aim of this unit is to examine the processes, functions and strategies required by organisations to acquire goods, services and equipment from other organisations. The unit covers three broad dimensions of the procurement function within organisations. Firstly, the unit familiarises you with the procurement processes employed by organisations in both the public and private sectors. Secondly, the unit discusses strategic decision-making in a range of procurement-related issues that have a direct impact on how an organisation operates. Thirdly, the unit examines the supplier-related tasks of purchasing professionals, including supplier selection and management.
Summary
| Unit name | Global Procurement |
| Unit code | JNB357 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | Sciences and Engineering Australian Maritime College |
| Discipline | Maritime and Logistics Management |
| Coordinator | Doctor Seyed Mehdi Zahraei |
| Available as an elective? | Yes |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
| Level | Advanced |
Availability
Specific information on 2027 unit availability will be available in August
Learning Outcomes
- Explain the procurement process in a range of applications including public, capital, project, retail, commodity, services and facilities procurement
- Discuss the strategic procurement issues and their impacts on different parts of an organisation
- Apply contemporary tools and techniques to supplier selection and management
Fee Information
2027 fee information will be available in August.
Teaching
| Assessment | Assessment 1: Online Quiz (15%)|Assessment 3: Presentation (20%)|Assessment 2: Essay (25%)|Assessment 4: Final Exam (40%) |
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| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes. |
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