- International Fees
International fees are typically three times the amount of domestic fees. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Course details
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
Cost
$537.66 - $578.52 See individual course offerings below for actual costs.
Course offerings
Fall 2023
Below are two offerings of OPMT 1191 for the Fall 2023 term.
CRN 30824
Duration
Mon Sep 11 - Mon Nov 27 (12 weeks)
- 12 weeks
- CRN 30824
- $537.66
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 11 - Nov 27 | N/A | N/A | Online |
Instructor
John Paul Manianis
Course outline
Cost
$537.66
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.
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Please note that the lecture component for this course is asynchronous, not requiring 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.
Status
In Progress and Full
This course offering is in progress and full. Please check back next term or subscribe to receive email updates.
CRN 30825
Duration
Thu Sep 14 - Thu Nov 30 (12 weeks)
- 12 weeks
- CRN 30825
- $578.52
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 14 - Nov 30 | Thu | 18:00 - 21:00 | Burnaby SE12 Rm. 309 |
Instructor
John Paul Manianis
Course outline
Cost
$578.52
Important information
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Thurs 1800-2100
Status
In Progress and Full
This course offering is in progress and full. Please check back next term or subscribe to receive email updates.
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:
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
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