At JVTI:
We deliver accredited Diploma and Postgraduate programs designed to equip learners with practical skills, industry relevant knowledge.
We deliver accredited Diploma and Postgraduate programs designed to equip learners with practical skills, industry relevant knowledge.
Diploma in Procurement and Supply Chain Management
A Diploma in Procurement and Supply Chain Management equips students with the knowledge and practical skills to manage an organization’s entire supply chain from acquiring resources to delivering products and services to customers. The program focuses on key areas such as purchasing, logistics, inventory, contract, and supplier management, while fostering strategic thinking for operational efficiency, cost reduction, ethical conduct, and sustainability in supply chain operations.
This diploma provides a comprehensive understanding of the end-to-end process of acquiring goods and services and managing their flow through an organization to its customers. Students will explore principles of sourcing, tendering, contract management, logistics, and inventory control. The program aims to produce professionals capable of improving organizational performance through effective management of resources, suppliers, and distribution systems.
• Knowledge of Principles: To provide a thorough understanding of procurement principles, supply chain processes, logistics, and inventory management.
• Skill Development: To develop practical skills in strategic sourcing, negotiation, supplier relationship management, risk assessment, and cost control.
• Industry Relevance: To prepare students for entry-level and mid-level positions in diverse sectors by aligning training with current industry practices.
• Strategic Thinking: To enhance the ability to analyze complex supply chain issues and develop innovative, cost-effective solutions.
• Ethical & Sustainable Practices: To instil awareness of ethical considerations and sustainability in responsible procurement and supply chain operations.
• Career Readiness: To equip participants with the knowledge and competencies to manage acquisition and disposal of resources effectively.
• Technological Acumen: To foster the ability to leverage modern technology for greater efficiency and transparency.
By the end of the Diploma in Procurement and Supply Chain Management, learners will be able to:
• Manage procurement and supply chain processes from sourcing to delivery
• Apply best practices in purchasing, logistics, inventory, and supplier management
• Conduct ethical, transparent, and sustainable procurement operations
• Analyze costs, manage risks, and improve operational efficiency
• Apply financial management and control principles in procurement functions
• Use modern technology to enhance procurement transparency and performance
• Support procurement and supply chain operations in emergency and humanitarian settings
MODULE 1: INTRODUCTION TO PURCHASING
• Introduction to Purchasing
• Purchasing/Procurement Operations
• Buyer and Seller Relationships
• Managing Suppliers
• Storage and Warehouse Management
• Inventory Management/Supply and Demand Management
• Cost Management in Supply Chain
• Quality Management in Supply Chain
• Ethics and Professionalism in Supply Chain Management
• International Procurement/Global Sourcing/Outsourcing
• Public/Government Procurements
• IT Applications in Supply Chain – E-commerce, E-procurement, Barcoding
• Purchasing Strategy & Strategic Options
MODULE 2: BEST PRACTICES IN PROCUREMENT
• Operations Research
• Procurement
• Public Procurement
• Best Practices and Principles in Procurement
• Computers in Operations Management
MODULE 3: FINANCE MANAGEMENT AND CONTROL
• Introduction to Financial Management and Control in the NGO Sector
• Getting Organized
• Financial Planning
• Understanding Accounts
• Financial Reports
• Safeguarding Assets
• Managing Audit
MODULE 4: PROCUREMENT AND SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT IN EMERGENCY SETTINGS
• Introduction to Humanitarian Logistics
• Assessing Logistical and Supply Needs
• Coordination and Emergency Response Planning
• Procurement and Distribution of Emergency Supplies
• Storage, Transport, and Record-Keeping
• Managing Medical and Essential Supplies
• Transparency, Communication, and Use of Technology in Emergency Supply Chains
This program is designed for procurement officers, supply chain assistants, logistics officers, warehouse clerks, storekeepers, project administrators, NGO workers, and individuals seeking to advance their careers in procurement and supply chain management.
• Format: Self-Paced and Distance Learning
• Language of Instruction: English
• Duration: 6 Months
• Level: Intermediate
Learners will be evaluated through:
• Assignments: 60%
• Research Project/Term Paper: 30%
• Final Examination: 10%
Successful candidates will be awarded a Diploma in Procurement and Supply Chain Management Certificate and Transcript by Jocy Visionary Training Institute (JVTI).
Fee: USD 800
We deliver accredited Diploma and Postgraduate programs designed to equip learners with practical skills, industry relevant knowledge.
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Saturday: 9am – 5pm
Weekend & Public Holidays: Closed
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Email: info@jocyvisionaryinstitute.com
Location: Flame Tree Building, 2nd floor, Uhuru street. Thika