MM24
Course Contents
Module 1 - The concept of supply chain management
Key Topics
- The function of supply chain management in the public sector
- Differences between supply chains in the public and private sectors
- Objectives of supply chain management in the public sector
- Legal framework that governs public sector supply chain management
- Structuring for successful public sector supply chain management
- Sustainable public procurement and supply chain management
Module 2 - Regulatory Environment for Public Procurement
Key Topics
- Functioning of the three spheres of government
- Good governance principles in public procurement
- Public finance management
- Municipal financial management
- State-owned enterprises
- Acts, policies, and regulations governing procurement and supply chain management
- Ethics and professionalism in public procurement
Module 3 - Demand Management
Key Topics
- Integrated demand planning and forecasting
- Procurement planning
- Aligning demand and supply with budget for goods, services, and works
- Developing specifications and/or terms of reference
- Supplier database management
Module 4 - Acquisition Management
Key Topics
- Sourcing methodologies
- Delegation of authority and procurement thresholds
- Technological requirements of acquisition management
- Sourcing of suppliers through quotation
- Sourcing of suppliers through competitive bidding
- Three bid committee systems
- Committee system for infrastructural procurement
Module 5 - Logistics and Disposal Management
Key Topics
- Logistics management in the public sector
- Warehousing & distribution
- Disposal management
- Asset management and policies
Module 6 - Supplier Contract and Performance Management
Key Topics
- Contract management
- Types of public sector procurement contracts
- Contract management, administrative processes, and control measures
- Supplier performance management
- Supplier performance reporting
- Risk mitigation strategies
