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 - $604.31 See individual course offerings below for actual costs.
International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
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
Spring/Summer 2026
Below are four offerings of OPMT 1191 for the Spring/Summer 2026 term.
CRN 66828
Dates
Apr 07 - Jun 22 Loading
- CRN 66828
- $561.37 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 07 - Jun 22 | 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
- This course is asynchronous, and does not require you to meet each and 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.
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Status
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CRN 20476
Dates
Apr 08 - Jun 24 Loading
- CRN 20476
- $604.31 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 08 - Jun 24 | Wed | 18:00 - 21:00 | Burnaby SW01 Rm. 3195 |
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
John Paul Manianis
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Confirmation
Required
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Status
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CRN 70618
Dates
Apr 13 - Jul 06 Loading
- CRN 70618
- $604.31 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 13 - Jul 06 | Mon | 18:00 - 21:00 | Burnaby SW01 Rm. 3175 |
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
Quang Tran
Course outline
Important information
- No class on Monday, May 18
Confirmation
Required
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Status
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CRN 62003
Dates
Jun 08 - Aug 24 Loading
- CRN 62003
- $604.31 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
John Paul Manianis
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Please note that the lecture component for this course is asynchronous, not requiring 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. . *Please note that the midterm and final exams will be in person on campus. Midterm exam : Monday, July 13 at 1800 and the final exam will be on Monday August 24 at 1800
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