Learn the basics of the supply chain process, purchasing, contracting issues, and management in the Procurement & Purchasing Management course.
A career in purchasing can be fun and rewarding if you have the right skill set to succeed on the job. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the number of available jobs in 2020 is 513,400. The median annual wage for buyers and purchasing agents was $63,470, and the median annual salary for purchasing managers was $127,150 in May 2021.

$2,295
est. cost
6 mo.
Time to Complete
270 hrs.
Self-paced

What you will learn

  • How to prepare and manage a budget in an organization
  • How to manage the supplier selecting process
  • How to manage the contracting process
  • How to evaluate price and costs
  • Effective negotiation and communication techniques

  • Gain practical skills and knowledge you need to enter a purchasing organization.
  • Prove to employers that you have mastered the skills to work in purchasing.
  • Gain confidence in your ability to speak the languages of purchasers and negotiate deals.

    • We offer a wide range of highly interactive courses that you can take entirely online. All of our courses are led by expert instructors, many of whom are nationally known authors. Our online courses are affordable, fun, fast, convenient, and geared just for you. 

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      Payment is required at the time of registration for this program. This program may qualify for a scholarship (or voucher) from the Upper Shore Workforce Investment Board, or WIB. Please reach out to the WIB to inquire about funding, if necessary, before you start the registration process below. Payment can also be made by Employer Sponsorship Billing, Credit Card, Cash or Check.

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