Module overview
This module offers a comprehensive examination of strategic purchasing and supply management, emphasizing their pivotal roles within modern organisations. It explores the principles that underpin supply markets, inter-organisational relationships, and the management of resources both within and outside organisational boundaries. You will investigate the complexities of global supply chains, addressing issues such as risk management, supply chain resilience, and supplier development. The module aims to provide you with an in-depth understanding of strategic procurement processes and the tools needed to navigate the increasingly interconnected and dynamic global supply environment.