Purchasing & Supply Management

The procurement function has a central role to play in the achievement of any country’s objectives. It is therefore a vital aspect in the affairs of both public and private sectors especially when accountability for funds and ensuring value for money, remain one of the top priorities of any economy, in order for development to be registered. This is a three years programme whose structure is shown below.

This program is designed to prepare students for careers in the procurement profession. It gives students a solid foundation that allows them the opportunity to appreciate and practice ethical procurement. Because procurement is becoming a solid discipline in global logistics and Supply Chain Management, this degree will support career growth in the logistics and Supply Chain field. At Cyber Institute, this program prepares students to manage and/or administer the processes by which a firm or organization contracts for goods, services or works to support its operations.

Career Path

Here are some potential career paths that graduates can explore:

  1. Procurement Officer: Procurement officers are responsible for purchasing goods and services for organizations. They may work for government agencies, corporations, or non-profit organizations.
  2. Logistics Coordinator: Logistics coordinators are responsible for coordinating the movement of goods, including transportation, inventory management, and tracking. They may work for manufacturing companies, logistics firms, or retailers.
  3. Supply Chain Manager: Supply chain managers are responsible for overseeing the movement of goods from suppliers to customers, ensuring efficiency, and minimizing costs. They may work for manufacturing companies, logistics firms, or retailers.
  4. Warehouse Manager: Warehouse managers are responsible for managing and organizing inventory in warehouses and distribution centers. They may work for manufacturing companies, logistics firms, or retailers.
  5. Transportation Manager: Transportation managers are responsible for managing transportation systems, including shipping, trucking, and logistics. They may work for transportation companies, logistics firms, or retailers.
  6. Sourcing Specialist: Sourcing specialists are responsible for identifying and selecting suppliers for organizations. They may work for government agencies, corporations, or non-profit organizations.
  7. Operations Manager: Operations managers are responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of an organization, including logistics, supply chain management, and production. They may work for manufacturing companies, logistics firms, or retailers.
  8. Purchasing Manager: Purchasing managers are responsible for overseeing the procurement of goods and services for organizations. They may work for government agencies, corporations, or non-profit organizations.
  9. Inventory Manager: Inventory managers are responsible for managing and tracking inventory levels, ensuring adequate supplies are available for production and customer orders. They may work for manufacturing companies, logistics firms, or retailers.
  10. Customs Officer: Customs officers are responsible for enforcing customs regulations and ensuring compliance with import and export laws. They may work for government agencies, such as customs and border protection.

These are just a few of the many career paths that graduates with a Bachelor can consider. By exploring these options and conducting further research, graduates can identify the career path that aligns with their interests, skills, and goals.

Course Modules

Year 1 Semester I

CodeCourse Name
NUPLM31101Warehousing Management
NUPLM31102Customer Service Management
NUPLM31103Quantitative Methods
NUPLM31104Principles of Procurement & Logistics Management
NUPLM31105Transport Management
NUPLM31106Computer Applications I

Year 1 Semester II

CodeCourse Name
NUPLM31201Inventory Management
NUPLM31202Micro Economics Theory
NUPLM31203Business Statistics
NUPLM31204Logistics & Procurement Communication
NUPLM31205Marketing Management
NUPLM31206Fundamentals of Accounting

Year 2 Semester I

CodeCourse Name
NUPLM32101Human Resources Management in the Supply Chain
NUPLM32102Business Finance
NUPLM32103Intermediate Accounting
NUPLM32104Strategic Procurement Management
NUPLM32105Administrative Function
NUPLM32106Procurement Contracts Management

Year 2 Semester II

CodeCourse Name
NUPLM32201Research Methods
NUPLM32202Taxation Management
NUPLM32203International Procurement
NUPLM32204Cost Accounting
NUPLM32205Company Law
NUPLM32206Public-Private Partnership Procurement

Year 3 Semester I

CodeCourse Name
NUPLM33101Sustainable Procurement
NUPLM33102E-Procurement
NUPLM33103Procurement Ethics, Audit And Investigations
NUPLM33104Managing Supplier Relationships in Procurement
NUPLM33105Disposal Management
NUPLM33106       NUPLM 33107  Computer Applications II NUPLM   Research Dissertation
NUPLM33107Sustainable Procurement

Year 3 Semester II

CodeCourse Name
NUPLM33201Chemicals and Cold Chain Logistics
NUPLM33202Public Sector Procurement
NUPLM33203Procurement Negotiation
NUPLM33204Procurement Law
NUPLM33205Procurement of Works, Services and Systems
NUPLM33206Risk Management in the Supply Chain