Course

On Demand: Sourcing and Contracting Methods

Name: On Demand: Sourcing and Contracting Methods
Author: NIGP

Instructor: Online Learning
Online Learning
Phone: 800-367-6447 — Fax: 703-736-9644
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Level: Foundation
Format: On Demand
Contact Hours: 4
CEUs: 0.4

Focus Areas:

Understanding sourcing and contracting methods is essential for success in public procurement. NIGP’s On Demand: Sourcing and Contracting Methods is an interactive learning experience that provides a foundational understanding of these crucial skills. This course equips professionals with problem-solving and critical thinking abilities necessary for effective source selection. By mastering these skills, individuals can enhance their career prospects and contribute significantly to the field of procurement. Invest in your future by gaining expertise in sourcing and contracting methods through this comprehensive program.

Pricing:

On Demand: Sourcing and Contracting Methods (Member) $115.00
On Demand: Sourcing and Contracting Methods (Non-Member) $165.00

Objectives

NIGP’s Sourcing and Contracting Methods course creates a dedicated learning experience where students leave with the ability to:

Identify the appropriate source selection method and describe the components required to successfully meet the needs of the end user.
Identify advantages and disadvantages of contracting for commodities.

Intended Audience

This offering is targeted to individuals who meet or exceed the following professional demographics: 

Entry-level public procurement and central warehouse professionals who serve as assistants, coordinators, buyers, or equivalent functions within their respective entities.

Non-procurement managers and supervisors who are responsible for either the procurement function or staff who provide procurement functions under delegated authority.  
Professionals who are employed by governing entities and special authorities (such as K-12 and higher education, publicly-owned utilities, transportation providers, and other publicly-funded or created organizations) that either serve within or manage the procurement function. 
Suppliers or representatives of suppliers seeking to understand the public procurement function from a holistic level, including the policies, standards, and procedures by which public entities must function.

Completion Requirements

Complete all On-Demand content
Complete the final assessment examination with a score of 85% or higher

Competency Alignment

Get a Core Certificate: Foundations of Sourcing and Contracting by adding these competency modules:

Specification Development
Evaluation Methods
Negotiations Strategies

Miscellaneous

Payment Information

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Methods of Payment Accepted: Check (make checks payable to NIGP) and Credit Cards (Master Card, Visa, and American Express).

If paying by check, please make check payable to NIGP and send payment to:
NIGP, Attn: Seminar Registration
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Reston, VA 20191

Cancellation Policy

There are no refunds, all sales are final.

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