Technical Education · Commerce
Purchasing and Supply Management
Procurement, purchasing, inventory and supply chain skills. The Higher National Diploma is titled Procurement and Supply Management.
Why study this course
Why study Purchasing and Supply Management?
Organisations succeed when they buy the right things at the right price and get them where they are needed. This course teaches procurement, inventory, logistics and supply chain skills for both the public and private sectors.
Purchasing and Supply ManagementOpportunities and careers
Where it can take you
These are examples of the kind of work graduates of this course can pursue. Opportunities depend on your level, your experience and the job market.
- Procurement officer or assistant
- Stores and inventory controller
- Supply chain and logistics officer
- Buyer in retail, mining and manufacturing
- Warehouse supervisor
- Tender and contracts administrator in government, councils and NGOs
What you need
Levels and entry requirements
- National CertificateDuration: 1 year
Entry requirements: 5 O-Level passes including English Language and Mathematics.
- National DiplomaDuration: 2 years
Entry requirements: A relevant National Certificate, or 5 O-Level passes including English Language and Mathematics.
- Higher National DiplomaDuration: 1 year
Entry requirements: A relevant National Diploma.
Ready to start your journey?
Learn how to apply and what you need to prepare.