Procurement and Supply Chain Management
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Program Description
Procurement and Supply Chain Management teaches students how goods and services move from suppliers to customers, and how organisations buy, store, and deliver what they need. You will study procurement principles, inventory control, logistics, contract management, business analytics, basic finance, and entrepreneurship. Practical lessons cover Microsoft Excel, supplier selection, cost planning, and real-world case studies. The program prepares you for roles such as procurement officer, supply chain coordinator, buyer, logistics assistant, and provides a strong foundation for careers like Business Manager, Marketing Specialist, Human Resources Officer, Financial Analyst, or starting your own business. This course builds practical skills, confidence, and industry awareness to help you succeed in Ghanaian workplaces and beyond.
Aims and Objectives
Develop the ability to prepare procurement plans, budgets, and purchase orders accurately
Master inventory control techniques and measure stock performance using key metrics
Understand logistics flows, supplier selection, and contract management procedures
Create and present data-driven procurement reports using Excel and basic analytics
Apply ethical and regulatory principles in procurement, aligned with Ghanaian public and private rules
Why Choose This Program?
High demand for skills
Businesses, government agencies, and NGOs in Ghana need trained procurement and supply chain staff, offering many job opportunities.
Practical, hands-on training
Focus on real tasks like purchase orders, stock counts, and supplier evaluation, preparing you for work from day one.
Versatile career paths
Skills transfer across industries, leading to roles in operations, finance, marketing, and entrepreneurship.
Industry connections and internships
Programs often include work placements, links to businesses, and routes to professional certificates like CIPS.
Strong foundation for growth
Training in analytics, digital tools, and budgeting positions you for promotion and further study.
Skills Students Will Acquire
Use formulas, pivot tables, and charts to analyse procurement data, create budgets, and track inventory.
Operate ERP modules such as purchasing and inventory in systems like SAP or Odoo to manage orders and stock.
Apply reorder methods, safety stock calculations, and demand forecasting techniques to reduce stockouts and excess.
Prepare terms of purchase, evaluate bids, and manage supplier relationships using standard scoring and compliance checks.
Create dashboards and reports using Power BI or Excel to support decision making and monitor KPIs.
Tools and Resources Students Will Use
Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel, Word, PowerPoint
ERP systems such as SAP, Odoo or local alternatives
Accounting tools like QuickBooks
Power BI or Google Data Studio for dashboards
Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Drive)
Challenges Students Face and Helpful Tips
Challenges
Heavy quantitative content in forecasting and budgeting
Understanding procurement legislation and ethics
Tips & Advice
Attend extra maths clinics, use step-by-step Excel tutorials, and practise with real datasets.
Study local procurement guides, join class discussions, and review real-life case studies.
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