- International Fees
International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Course Overview
This course is key to Supply Chain Management. It covers the purchasing role in implementing best value sources of goods and services as well as developing interlock with key stakeholders and decision makers. The student will learn and apply concepts in category management, strategic sourcing, competitive bidding, structured negotiations, supplier performance management, leadership and change management. The focus of the learning competencies is to increase the purchasing role contribution to bottom-line profitability and industry competitiveness.
Prerequisite(s)
- No prerequisites are required for this course.
Credits
3.0
Domestic fees
$561.37 - $615.07 See individual course offerings below for actual costs.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course, the learner will have competencies in demonstrating the following core Purchasing related activities:
- Support purchasing’s role in identifying best value sources of goods and services.
- Source, evaluate, develop and sustain critical supply partners across the value chain.
- Evaluate the "power" of buyers vs. suppliers.
- Differentiate between competitive bidding methodologies, including legal implications of the procurement process.
- Apply up-to-date best-practices in developing sourcing strategies.
- Utilize a structured approach to drive leverage and negotiate with complex mega suppliers.
- Employ a change management process to obtaining successful stakeholder buy-in.
- Measure real and tangible results that contribute to shareholder value.
Effective as of Winter 2016
Related Programs
Purchasing (OPMT 1191) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
- Indicates programs eligible for students to apply for Post-graduation Work Permit (PGWP).
School of Business + Media
- International Trade and Transportation Logistics
Certificate Part-time
- Operations Management (Industrial Engineering Option)
Certificate Part-time
- Operations Management (Management Engineering Option)
Certificate Part-time
- Operations Management (Materials Management Option)
Certificate Part-time
Course Offerings
Fall 2025
Below are two offerings of OPMT 1191 for the Fall 2025 term.
CRN 30825
Dates
Sep 11 - Nov 27 Loading
- CRN 30825
- $615.07 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
John Paul Manianis
Course outline
Important information
- International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- No class on Monday, October 13
Status
CRN 52039
Dates
Sep 11 - Nov 27 Loading
- CRN 52039
- $615.07 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 11 - Nov 27 | Thu | 18:30 - 21:30 | Burnaby SW01 Rm. 3155 |
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
Quang Tran
Course outline
Important information
- International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Status
Winter 2026
Below are three offerings of OPMT 1191 for the Winter 2026 term.
CRN 87435
Dates
Jan 05 - Mar 23 Loading
- CRN 87435
- $561.37 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 05 - Mar 23 | N/A | N/A | Online |
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
John Paul Manianis
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Internet delivery format.
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- This course is asynchronous and does not require you to meet every week at a specific time, however, there will be specific timelines for assignments and exams. It is important you have a stable and consistent internet connection to access course content. Course content, type and quality of assignments, and general standards for this online course are the same as classroom courses. To be successful in this online course, plan to spend 7-10 hours per week on your studies, or more of it’s a condensed course, starting Week 1. Important course information will be sent to your myBCIT account prior to your course start date.
Status
CRN 79424
Dates
Jan 07 - Mar 25 Loading
- CRN 79424
- $604.31 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 07 - Mar 25 | Wed | 18:00 - 21:00 | Burnaby SW01 Rm. 4060 |
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
John Paul Manianis
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Status
CRN 93397
Dates
Jan 08 - Mar 26 Loading
- CRN 93397
- $604.31 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 08 - Mar 26 | Thu | 18:30 - 21:30 | Burnaby |
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
Quang Tran
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Status
Programs and courses are subject to change without notice.