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Global Procurement unit (JNB357)

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

AssessmentAssessment 1: Online Quiz (15%)|Assessment 3: Presentation (20%)|Assessment 2: Essay (25%)|Assessment 4: Final Exam (40%)
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Textbooks

Required

Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes.

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