Course Overview

About This Course

Create an integrated procurement environment in your organisation or department with the PSP80116 Graduate Certificate in Strategic Procurement. You will develop a specific body of knowledge and skills required for developing and executing strategic procurement strategies and projects, including cognitive, technical and communication skills that are critical in the increasingly complex procurement industry space, within the wider global supply chain context. This program effectively prepares for gainful entry into a rapidly growing procurement industry. This qualification allows for the attainment of occupational specific competencies for those senior personel responsible for the integration of procurement into organisational policy and direction, and for the evaluation and improvement of procurement functions at an organisational level.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Melbourne

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

All international students must be at least 18 years of age or above when the course starts.
Year 12 and have completed a Diploma or Advanced Diploma qualification in any fields of study (Both onshore or Offshore qualification); or
Have completed a Bachelor degree in any fields of study (Both onshore or Offshore qualification).
International students must provide evidence of English language proficiency. Students must have a minimum score of an internationally recognised English test.
Credit Transfer: Be enrolled in the relevant program, submit a filled-out Credit Transfer Application Form, and provide certified copies of your qualifications, a Statement of Attainment or a Statement of Results.
Course Credit: Have Qualifications and Statements of Attainment from other institutes conducting Australian Nationally Recognised Training, or provide other evidence of competency in the units of the course (submitted on or before enrolment).
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL): Applications can be based on any combination of formal or informal training and education, work experience, or general life experience.

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Supply and Distribution Manager, Procurement Manager, Logistics Manager, Strategic/senior/purchasing manager, Head of commercial, Supply chain manager, Head of logistics/transport, Operations manager, Administrative assistant, Purchasing assistant, Contracts administrator, Stock controller, Merchandiser, Warehouse Administrator, Order Clerk.

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units4 units

PSPPCM025

Influence and define strategic procurement direction

PSPPCM026

Establish the strategic procurement context

PSPPCM027

Evaluate and improve strategic procurement performance

PSPMGT014

Undertake enterprise risk management

Elective unit

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the total duration and cost of the Graduate Certificate in Strategic Procurement?

The course runs for 52 weeks (including 12 weeks of holidays), with a total of 800 hours. The course fee is $15,000, with an additional digital access fee of $100 for learning resources and assessments via the learning management system.

What academic qualifications do I need to enrol in this course?

Applicants must have completed Year 12 and hold a Diploma or Advanced Diploma qualification in any field of study (onshore or offshore), or have completed a Bachelor degree in any field of study (onshore or offshore).

What units are covered in this course?

The course includes three core units: PSPPCM025 Influence and define strategic procurement direction, PSPPCM026 Establish the strategic procurement context, and PSPPCM027 Evaluate and improve strategic procurement performance. There is also one elective unit: PSPMGT014 Undertake enterprise risk management.

Can I get credit for prior study or work experience?

Yes. The institution offers Credit Transfer for previously completed study, Course Credit for qualifications gained from other Australian Nationally Recognised Training providers, and Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) which recognises current skills and experience from formal or informal training, work experience, or general life experience.

What career outcomes can I expect after completing this qualification?

Graduates may pursue roles such as Procurement Manager, Supply and Distribution Manager, Logistics Manager, Strategic/Senior/Purchasing Manager, Head of Commercial, Supply Chain Manager, Head of Logistics/Transport, Operations Manager, Contracts Administrator, Stock Controller, Merchandiser, Warehouse Administrator, Order Clerk, and more.

Application

How to Apply

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Step 02

Submit Documents

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Step 03

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