Lectures - communication of knowledge and ideas from the lecturer to the student.
Problem Solving Exercises - student will work as part of a team and will work together to resolve various management scenarios.
Class Discussion/Debate - Students will be encouraged to actively participate in the class sessions which will develop their analytical and communication skills.
E-Learning - It is envisaged that the module will be supported with on-line learning materials.
Self-Direct Independent Learning - the emphasis on independent learning will develop a strong and autonomous work and learning practices.
Module Aim:
The aim of this module is to introduce the student to the role of Purchasing and the selection, appraisal, negotiation with, and management of suppliers.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner should be able to:
LO1
Describe the fundamentals of purchasing management.
LO2
Understanding of and use of Portfolio purchasing models.
LO3
Prepare briefing for and conduct negotiations with suppliers.
Pre-requisite learning
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
No recommendations listed
Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module.
No incompatible modules listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Requirements
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed.
No requirements listed
Module Content & Assessment
Indicative Content
The objectives of Purchasing Management 20%
Corporate objectives; Departmental Objectives; Purchasing Objectives, The 'five rights' framework (Quantity, Quality, Price, Time, Supplier).
Portfolio Purchasing Theory and Implementation 40%
Discussion on the ranges of items bought and the strategies included in Kraljics Portfolio, Kamanns Cube; Bensaou, Dutch Windmill and Buyer/supplier relationships.
Managing Negotiations 20%
Preparation for negotiations, Planning and conducting face to face meetings, Negotiation ploys and tactics, Managing teams in Negotiations
Assessment Breakdown
%
Continuous Assessment
100.00%
Continuous Assessment
Assessment Type
Assessment Description
Outcome addressed
% of total
Assessment Date
Essay
Individual Academic Essay
1
20.00
Week 4
Essay
Individual Academic Essay
2
40.00
Week 8
Project
Group Project Negotiations with Presentation
2,3
40.00
Week 12
No Project
No Practical
No End of Module Formal Examination
SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment