Certificate in Procurement & Logistics Management

Course Code: CPM

Level: Certificate

Duration: 2 Years

OVERVIEW

In our economy today, procurement and the supply chain in general are of indispensable significance in an attempt to deliver value for money. The demand for professionalism in procurement is increasing at an increasing rate because of the financial loses being experience by the government and the private sector as a result of lack professional officers. This programme aims to enhance the process of creating a highly skilled and professional workforce that will be competent to effectively and efficiently address the current procurement challenges in our economy. The programme will too address emerging issues of concern particularly public private partnerships and green or sustainable procurement all of which are very important in improving value for money.

The Certificate programme aims to provide students with integrated knowledge and skills in the procurement, as well as the logistics industry. Students get to understand the basic areas in procurement and logistics, objectives principles, methods and procedures and practices that are applicable in solving procurement and logistical issues.

GENERAL OBJECTIVES

1. The overall objective of the programme is to train and equip students with adequate knowledge, skills and attitudes and professionalism that will enable them to:
2. Develop a sound understanding of procurement principles and practice and be able to make a significant contribution to the government and other organisation’s
3. Develop, consolidate and manage logistical processes that ensure quality organizational performance and customer satisfaction.
4. Gain competencies to meet the work place challenges and demands of the contemporary business world.
5. Further their academic or professional development where applicable.
6. Be agents of successful ethical change through planning and implementation of a significant change.

This program covers a broad spectrum of areas within the field, such as procurement, logistics, transportation, negotiations, inventory management and contract management.

TARGET GROUP

This programme targets those seeking to begin careers in procurement and logistics management, works and civil servants already in service seeking to enhance and upgrade their careers and knowledge.

MODULES

YEAR 1 SEMESTER I

• CAF112 Financial Accounting I
• CPPM111 Fundamentals of Project Management
• CPM113 Principles of Management
• CCS113 Computer Applications
• CJM115 Communication Skills

YEAR 1 SEMESTER II

• CPM121 Public Procurement I
• CBA124 Business Economics
• CAF123 Business Finance
• CPM124 Logistics Management
• CPM125 Stores and Inventory Management

YEAR 2 SEMESTER I

• CAF211 Taxation
• CTH211 Customer Service Management
• CPM213 Public Procurement II
• CBA214 Research Methodology
• CPM215 International Sourcing

YEAR 2 SEMESTER II

• CAF223 Cost Accounting
• CPM222 Essentials of Negotiation
• CBA221 Ethical, Legal, and Social Issues in Business
• CEI221 Entrepreneurship Skills
• CPM225 Final Year Project/Thesis

Industrial training

• CPM226 Industrial Attachment (8 weeks)

CAREER PATH

Careers in procurement and supply can be both tremendously challenging and rewarding. The role can be the central keystone of organizations and can make the difference between success and failure. Regardless of whether your employer is a large corporate, an SME (small to medium enterprise), a charity or a public sector organization, your position in procurement will have a direct impact on both the bottom line and reputation.

• Procurement Officer
• Contract Officer
• Supply chain / inventory Officer
• Supply chain / inventory / Logistics planner
• Professional Buyer

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Option A

The Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) with at least 5 credits obtained at the same sitting.

Option B

A Certificate from a recognized institution of learning within the same, or in a related field.

COURSE FEES (PER ACADEMIC YEAR)

Semester I

Semester II