Master Certificate in Advanced Procurement Management – Strategic Negotiation
Gain Procurement Expertise With a Master Certificate in Advanced Procurement Management from Top-Ranked MSU
Overview
As technology, communication, supply costs and the economic environment continuously change, supply chains grow longer and more complex. As a result, purchasing managers must be agile, more informed and capable of developing proactive supply management strategies that align with an organization’s competitive objectives. Prepare to meet the challenge with the insight, tools and techniques you’ll gain in this professional development series.
This program examines the critical role supply base management plays in the success and competitive positioning of an organization. It reveals the “how” and “why” of rethinking and evolving your current sourcing and supply base strategies. Discover the most effective methods for evaluating and negotiating with suppliers, and creating sustainable competitive advantage for your organization and across the supply chain.
Those who successfully complete the track will earn 10.5 Continuing Education units (CEUs) and receive a total of four certificates – three program certificates and a Master Certificate in Advanced Procurement Management – Strategic Negotiation.
Required Courses
3 Course Program
Strategic Supply Management Course $2,480
8 Week Course View Course
Supply Base Management Course $2,480
8 Week Course View Course
Strategic Negotiation Course $2,040
8 Week Course View Course
Total
$6,445 $7,000
24 Week Program Save up to $555 on 3 course package
* Tuition is determined by the University and does not include books or other fees that may apply. These rates are subject to change at any time during the program or enrollment process.
In today’s complex global business world, an organization’s overall success boils down to the efficiency and effectiveness of its supply chain. Competitive strength relies both on a firm’s products and the processes that provide products to customers. Effective supply chain management (SCM) enhances productivity and performance with the strategic combination of people, systems and technology to successfully compete in the global marketplace. Each online certificate program provides you with tools and techniques from experienced supply chain faculty and explores global trends and contemporary issues affecting, and affected by, supply chain management.
What You'll Learn
Develop forward-thinking supply strategies and establish effective methods for negotiating with suppliers when you:
- Align and foster supplier relationships that support your overall strategy
- Master negotiating techniques for cross-cultural and multi-party situations
- Establish an effective supplier assessment system
- Leverage a 10-point planning guide for successful negotiations
- Optimize your supply base considering your number and type of suppliers
Who Should Register
This program particularly benefits mid- to senior-level professionals in purchasing, sourcing and supply management roles or those aspiring to reach those management levels. This Master Certificate in Advanced Procurement Management is open to anyone interested in realigning their current sourcing and supply base strategies and those looking for multi-disciplinary negotiation skills they can apply in sourcing-specific responsibilities as well as across the supply chain.
