The Professional Diploma in Public Procurement is an advanced programme that equips decision-makers with the skills to design and implement strategic initiatives, thus ensuring they position and resource their procurement activity appropriately. The programme focuses on the strategic aspects of procurement within the context of international best practice. It provides participants with a comprehensive understanding of key aspects such as capability development, procurement planning, cost reduction initiatives, strategy development and change management .
Professional Diploma in Public Procurement
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Delivery Method
Distance learning supported by attendance at weekday workshops at the IPA in Dublin.
Entry Requirements
IPA Certificate in Public Procurement or equivalent, or five years relevant experience.
Duration
One academic year
Accreditation
Place on NFQ
Level 8 (Special Purpose award)
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Commences
October 2020
Application Deadline
September 2020
Fees
€4,500 (includes all matriculation and examination fees), payable in two instalments.
Note: Fees may increase slightly from year to year. Where this occurs, students will be charged the increased fee.
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- The Programme
The Professional Diploma in Public Procurement is an advanced programme that equips decision-makers with the skills to design and implement strategic initiatives, thus ensuring they position and resource their procurement activity appropriately. The programme focuses on the strategic aspects of procurement within the context of international best practice. It provides participants with a comprehensive understanding of key aspects such as capability development, procurement planning, cost reduction initiatives, strategy development and change management .
- Is This Programme for you?
The programme is a follow-on from the Certificate in Public Procurement and is specifically designed for key decision makers in the procurement, project management and budget holding functions in the public sector.
- Subjects
This Diploma has five modules and a work-based project.
Strategic Procurement, Market and Business Strategy
- Basics of strategic procurement
- Internal and external influences and barriers
- Business requirements and analytics
Procurement Leadership and Corporate Management
- Capability development and commercial awareness
- Procurement strategies and innovation
Project and Contract Management
- Developing purchasing processes and procedures
- Category management
- Role of ICT systems in procurement eProcurement
Procurement Performance Management
- Contract and suppler performance management
- Project management and effective communication
Change Management and Negotiation
- Drivers for change
- Planning for change
- Negotiation strategies and skills
- Assessment
Assessment is by a mix of assignments, a work-based project involving a formal project presentation, and two final examinations. The work-based project, a significant part of the programme, will be agreed in conjunction with course coordinators.
- Seminar Dates
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| Workshop 2 |
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| Workshop 3 |
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| Workshop 5 |
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| Workshop 6 |
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| Examinations |
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| Project Presentations |
30 April & 1 May 2020
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Please note that seminar/examination dates may be subject to change.
- Prospectus
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Undergraduate Prospectus 2020 / 2021
Full details of IPA undergraduate programmes are also available in our prospectus, which can be viewed or downloaded by clicking on the cover to the left.
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