This programme is aimed at those already working in a purchasing and procurement function, or
aspiring to do so. The programme will give the student the knowledge, skills and competencies to
become effective employees in a procurement and purchasing function. This programme has been
designed to apply across all industries, and will give the participants an opportunity to reskill or
upskill to take up roles in the area of procurement, purchasing and tendering. It is also suitable for
unemployed persons that meet the entry requirements.
On successful completion of this programme the learner will be able to:

• Understand and analyse the added value
that can be achieved through procurement
and supply chain management
• Understand how to devise a business
case for requirements to be sourced from
external suppliers
• Understand the legal issues that relate to
the formation of contract Understand ethical and responsible sourcing

• Prepare for negotiations with external
organisations
• Understand the dynamics of relationships in
supply chains
• Demonstrate the application of the
procurement cycle

Online

• Principles of Procurement 

• Operations and Logistics Management 

• Inventory Management 

• Spend Analysis and Category Management

• Tendering, Contract and Negotiation

• Professional Development, Career
Planning and Work Based Project

Mature applicants (i.e over 23 years)

or

Leaving Certificate Grade O6 at ordinary level in five subjects in the Leaving Certificate. Two of these subjects must be Mathematics and a language (English or Irish)

or

QQI Level 5 Full award with a minimum of eight modules. or Recognition of Prior Learning (APL/APEL)

Online – 7.00pm Monday 21 September 2023

€2,350

Online – Tues (7-10pm), Thurs (7-9pm), selected Sats (9am-1pm)

One Year

NFQ Level 6
(60 Credits)