Part of the YH programme Logistician at TUC Yrkeshögskola. This course cannot be applied for on its own. Programme code: LOGI23LIN.
The course Purchasing gives you an introduction to the role, value and organisation of the purchasing function in a goods-producing company. You gain knowledge of e-commerce and IT-driven logistics and learn how purchasing, supplier management and contract management relate to the company's overall strategy. The goal is for you to understand and be able to apply basic purchasing principles at an operational level. The course is part of TUC's higher vocational education programmes focused on purchasing and logistics.
Duration: 2 weeks
Language: Swedish
Level: Beginner
CSN-eligible
Time commitment: Equivalent to approx. 2 weeks of full-time study (10 YH credits)
The purpose of the course is to introduce knowledge related to the role, value and organisation of the purchasing function. The student shall also gain knowledge of e-commerce and IT-driven logistics. The goal of the course is for the student to understand and be able to apply the principles that govern a purchasing organisation at an operational level. The student shall be able to handle simpler purchasing-related activities in a goods-producing company. The course highlights important concepts, tools and processes in purchasing, supplier management and contract management, linked to the company's overall strategy and the role of the purchasing function in supply chains. The student shall also learn to think in terms of new structures, processes and systems to increase customer value.
The purpose of the course is to introduce knowledge related to the role, value and organisation of the purchasing function. The student shall also gain knowledge of e-commerce and IT-driven logistics. The goal of the course is for the student to understand and be able to apply the principles that govern a purchasing organisation at an operational level. The student shall be able to handle simpler purchasing-related activities in a goods-producing company. The course highlights important concepts, tools and processes in purchasing, supplier management and contract management, linked to the company's overall strategy and the role of the purchasing function in supply chains. The student shall also learn to think in terms of new structures, processes and systems to increase customer value.
What you will learn
What you learn.
You understand the role, value and organisation of the purchasing function in a company.
You have knowledge of e-commerce and IT-driven logistics linked to purchasing.
You can apply basic principles for a purchasing organisation at an operational level.
You can handle simpler purchasing-related activities in a goods-producing company.
You know key concepts and processes in supplier management and contract management.
You can link the role of the purchasing function to the company's strategy and supply chain.
Curriculum
How the course is built.
Role and organisation of the purchasing function
Introduction to the value of the purchasing function and its place in the organisation.
E-commerce and IT-driven logistics
How digital tools and e-commerce affect purchasing work.
Supplier management and contract management
Basic principles for managing suppliers and handling contracts.
Purchasing in the supply chain
The purchasing function's link to the company's strategy and supply chain.
Operational purchasing work
Practical handling of simpler purchasing-related activities in a goods-producing company.
Target audience
Who is this for?
The course is aimed at you who study a YH programme in purchasing, logistics or e-commerce at TUC and want basic knowledge of the purchasing function.
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