Procurement 4 0 Knowledge Challenge CIPS Dubai Branch

Procurement 4. 0 – Knowledge Challenge CIPS Dubai Branch Supported by University of South Wales Dubai Campus Prizes sponsored by Orient Travel & Tourism 15 January 2020 Leading global excellence in procurement and supply

Agenda and program 18: 30 – 19: 00 – 19: 20 - 19: 40 Registration and Networking Welcome Note by CIPS Dubai Branch Routes to MCIPS by Phakama Mpono - Head of Business Solutions at CIPS MENA 19: 40 – 20: 00 Presentation by University of South Wales 20: 00 – 21: 00 Procurement 4. 0 - Knowledge Challenge 21: 00 – 21: 30 Closing Note followed by Open Networking 2 Leading global excellence in procurement and supply

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CIPS MENA – Showcase Page CIPS United Arab Emirates (UAE) CIPS MENA #CIPSDubai. Branch Leading global excellence in procurement and supply

Leading Edge Learning CIPS Professional qualifications & 2020 Open Training Phakama Mpono Head of Business Solutions

What we will cover today 1 New syllabus 2 Computer based exams 3 New learning resources 4 CIPS MENA 2020 Open Training

New syllabus guides

Summary – Qualifications 2018 L 2 & L 3 L 4 – L 6 Prices: Study Guides, e. Books & e. Learning Based on Unit size: 12 Credit Units at £ 40 each 6 Credit Units at £ 20 each 3 Credit Units at £ 10 each Computer Based Exam Fees (Jan, Mar, May, Jul, Sep, Nov) £ 79. 50 OR exams at £ 79. 50 CR exams at £ 110. 25 Next Exam Series March 2020 OR exam week: 16 th – 20 th CR exam week: 23 rd – 25 th Exam entry closure 17 th Jan 2020 17 Jan 2020 More than 184 CBE centres globally – Global exam uptake numbers: • July 2019 – 7, 351 exam entries • September 2019 – 8, 676 exam entries • November 2019 – 23, 590 exam entries • January 2020 – 12, 237 exam entries

CBE Three flexible exam sessions per day for any Objective Response [OR] exams at any level Monday to Friday Week 1 OR OR 09. 00 OR 12. 00 15. 00 Two specific timetabled exams sessions for specific Constructed Response [CR] exams for all diploma level qualifications only Monday to Wednesday Week 2 CR 09. 00 14. 00

Study resources – Student Zone

MENA Open Training - 2020 • https: //www. cips. org/en-gb/learn/training/ • February courses: • Introduction to Contract Management • Developing Contracts • Contract Management • March courses: • Introduction to Procurement & Category Management • Category Management

MENA Open Training - 2020 • https: //www. cips. org/en-gb/learn/training/ • Manager Track • 2 day courses in March, April, Sep, Oct • • Risk & Resilience in the Supply Chain Financial Management for the Supply Chain Consultancy Skills for Procurement & Supply Leading & Influencing Strategic Transformation

Contact us: 04 311 6505 mena. enquiries@cips. org phakama. mpono@cips. org Updates in: Newsletters, Emails, Linked. In, Facebook

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Supply Chain Management • It is very rare for businesses to exist in isolation – most have Click to edit Master title style at least one tier of suppliers or customers; • Within the function of supply chain there are many specialisms – Procurement – Demand forecasting – Materials Resource Planning – Distribution management – Operations management • The industry is suffering a skills gap in these areas © University of South Wales

Course Content – MSc Strategic Procurement Management You will study 180 credits over 7 modules: Click to edit Master title style • Purchasing Principles • Commercial Relationships • Contemporary procurement • Managing projects and operations • Sustainable Supply Chain Management • Research Methods • Dissertation (60 credits) © University of South Wales

Purchasing Principles • To develop students understanding of the purchasing functions Click to edit Master title style roles, scope & objectives • To introduce students to the principles of procurement, purchasing and supply and develop their ability to specify the necessary goods and services required by the organisation; • To enable students to compare and contrast the strategic links between procurement, purchasing and the notion of supply chain management developing their ability to effectively and ethically manage supply as a holistic process. • To enable students to understand that purchasing and the supply chain holds a strategic position in the effective management of an organisation in the public, private and non-profit sectors. © University of South Wales

Commercial Relationships This module explores theory and practical application that Click to edit Master title style underpins the processes involved in formation of commercial agreements and relationships with external organizations. Content includes: • Contract law • Financial appraisal • Contract Negotiation • Supplier Relationship Management © University of South Wales

Contemporary Procurement • To explore the potential strategic impact and contribution of Purchasing and Supply towards the overall competitiveness of the organisation operating in the public, private and non-profit sectors • To identify how procurement and purchasing and supply communities could be organised and utilised in relation to its strategic contribution, including the strategic make/buy question • To investigate the development of procurement and purchasing and supply function and the stages of development, through an examination of various best practice models • To explore the appropriate strategic internal and external relationships required to manage procurement and purchasing and supply at the strategic level • To explore new and innovative cutting-edge procurement and purchasing principles and philosophies impacting the field and business organisations Click to edit Master title style © University of South Wales

Managing projects and operations • To provide an appreciation of operational processes, techniques, planning and control systems with reference to both manufacturing and service industries from a qualitative and quantitative perspective. • To create awareness that SOM is a core function in all organisations operational processes and is the final implementation phase of the strategic planning process. • To explore the relationship within the value chain between strategy, marketing, design, control, human resource, procurement and other interactions involved in the managing of operational activities. • To utilise game theory and a range of practical activities to aid the development and synthesise of problems involved in the implementation of strategic operational decisions and research to highlight difficulties of monitoring and controlling those decisions. • To develop the student's ability and skills in strategic operational management tools and techniques. Click to edit Master title style © University of South Wales

Sustainable Supply Chain Management • The module will explore the strategic need, role and value for logistics, purchasing and supply chain research within organisations in order to Click to edit Master title style achieve sustainable supply chain networks in the future. • Examining the major changes that are currently affecting logistics and supply chain strategies and how management in the future will be influenced by new structures, reconfiguration of material and information flows, the role of technology in evolving supply chains and the key issues in managing this transition process. • This module aims to provide an integrative view of the complex inter- and intra-organisational dynamics which contribute to sustained organisational success and maximisation of competitive advantage. • Exploring the sustainable supply chain from a global and local perspective. © University of South Wales

Research Methods The ultimate aim of the module is to enable the learner to Click to edit Master title style conduct a proper scientific investigation and present it in a written format. In order to do so, the module aims to: • develop the student’s understanding and skills of research in a management and/or professional development context. • critically review a range of research methodologies and select the appropriate one. • help the student to deal with the practical aspects of planning, conducting and producing a Masters level work. © University of South Wales

Dissertation The Dissertation is a significant piece of student-directed learning, based on a detailed investigation into a business-related phenomenon. The dissertation requires students to demonstrate the following: • Originality. • A clear definition of the issue under investigation and a clear statement of the aims of the study. • An understanding and use of appropriate research methodology indicating skills in data collection and analysis. • If appropriate, an analysis of existing practice within the organisation(s) in terms of theoretical framework established for the study and in terms of comparative practice. • The extent to which all of the above result in a set of conclusions which are consistent with the research. The setting out of clear recommendations for action, adoption or otherwise. Click to edit Master title style © University of South Wales

Why Study a Masters? • Personal development and achievement; Click to edit Master title style • Professional Qualification • Leading-edge specialist knowledge; • Lifelong learning; • Development of an analytical approach to problems; • Advanced level academic research and thinking; • Meet new people and engage with new ideas. © University of South Wales

Why Study With Us? • CIPS Centre of Excellence status; Click to edit Master title style • MSc Strategic Procurement Management accredited by CIPS. Subject to management experience, graduates can apply for the status of MCIP upon successful completion; • Strong links with industry in both the Public and Private sector; • Positive student feedback regarding the courses • Part-time study to fit around work commitments • Fast-track route available. Applicants who are full members of CIPS can top-up their professional qualifications and experience by completing 2 modules and a dissertation. © University of South Wales

Course design and delivery • Full course delivered over 2 years Click to edit Master title style • Fast-track 12 -18 months • Weekend delivery • Block taught, approximately every 6 weeks • 2 weekends per module • 8 weekends in year 1, 5 weekends in year 2. © University of South Wales

Working with USW • At USW, we understand that organisations sometimes need a Click to edit Master title style more flexible approach. • Examples of how we can meet these needs include: – Bespoke deliveries for discrete cohorts – Short courses – Consultancy – Masterclasses – Research © University of South Wales

Questions? If you would like any further information on either of these Click to edit Master title style courses, please contact me at the below email address: Stuart. milligan@southwales. ac. uk © University of South Wales

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