Procurement Manager
See study programmeThe study provides an introduction to selected subjects in the procurement process, such as management of the procurement process, negotiation and decision making, needs analysis, and procurement behavior both on organizational and individual levels.
The procurement process is a complex and demanding process, from the moment a need arises until the procurement process is competed and evaluated. The study is aimed at managing the procurement process in the organization. The main aiml is to help to provide insight into, and develop the skills within, key elements of the procurement process. We emphasize purchasing management, where the challenge is both to have an overview and control with the entire procurement process. Secondly, we emphasize developing skills needed in negotiation and decision making. A third element we explore is different behavior models, including purchase and contract behavior so that you can exercise appropriate management. A fourth element is attached to the needs analysis, which may be of crucial importance in an procurement process. The main goal is that we throughout the study programme will raise awareness about key issues in the procurement work.
After completing the study program the candidate should have obtained the following learning outcomes:
Knowledge
- Has broad knowledge of key procurement theories and perspectives
- Has broad knowledge of key theoretical concepts
- Can describe key elements in an procurement process
Skills
- Analyze and explain key issues in an procurement process
- Identify key procurement issues
- Assess and contribute to the development of procurement processes
General competence
- With the help of procurement theory is able to understand and reflect independently on procurement issues in both the private and public sectors
- Is able to attend both in writing and orally in a debate about procurement processes
- Be able to account for key ethical issues