Course Overview
Procurement is a dynamic profession that’s vital to the success of many businesses. With the growth of outsourcing for local and international product manufacturing, digital technologies, and other key services, skilled procurement professionals are in high demand across Australia and worldwide.
The Certificate IV in Business (Procurement) will equip you with skills, knowledge and a nationally recognised qualification to launch your career in strategically outsourcing technologies and services. You’ll develop valuable skills such as procurement planning, building and maintaining relationships, managing procurement procedures, and developing and overseeing contracts.
Enjoy the flexibility of studying online at your own pace while maintaining your work-life balance.
This course is not available to international students.
Job Outcomes
Potential career outcomes could include:
- Purchasing officer
- Distribution centre supervisor
- Supply management officer
- Warehouse team leader
- Procurement officer
- Import/export coordinator
What You'll Learn
- Build and maintain business relationships
- Apply project procurement procedures
- Select providers and develop contracts
- Write complex documents and manage contracts
Recognition
Study Method
- OnlineOnline delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
- BlendedBlended delivery - both online course content and partial face to face requirements
- In-classIn class delivery - predominately face to face course content conducted at a specific location
- VirtualVirtual Delivery - Live and interactive classroom-style learning conducted completely online
Duration Study Load
12 to 18 months, self-paced.
Delivery
This course is delivered fully online. You can study on any device — desktop, tablet or mobile — anywhere, anytime. The online learning platform provides natively accessible content including written text, diagrams, instructional videos, and formative activities. Learning is supported by regular trainer-led online sessions, a monthly Course Spotlight video, and access to student forums.
Entry Requirements
There are no formal requirements for this Certificate IV in Procurement qualification. However, participants must be 18 years old or over.
This course is not available to international students.
Course Features
- Study on any device — desktop, tablet or mobile
- Connect one-to-one with your trainer for personalised guidance
- View monthly Course Spotlight videos recorded by your trainer
- Engage with your learning community through online forums and messages
- Balance work, family, social life and study
- Extensions of up to 6 months (3 months per extension) available if needed
Professional Recognition
NRT — Nationally Recognised Training. This qualification is nationally recognised and awarded by Swinburne University of Technology (RTO 3059).
Assessment
- Short answer questions
- Projects
- Written reports
- Case studies
- Video and audio role plays
Materials
Students must meet the following IT requirements:
- Desktop or laptop: Latest version of Chrome or Safari; Microsoft Office (2010 or higher); Adobe PDF Reader
- Mobile or tablet: Latest version of Chrome or Safari; latest version of Android or iOS. Note: students using a mobile or tablet will need to upload documents from a laptop or desktop, or have a Dropbox account.
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About Swinburne Open Education
We are focused on helping more and more Australians achieve their career aspirations and ensuring they’re prepared for future workforce needs. We support you to achieve your career goals, from work-integrated learning, to work placement. We’ve partnered with industry experts that need people like you, now.
Swinburne Open Education courses are delivered and assessed by UP Education, one of the largest private education groups in the Asia-Pacific. All qualifications are nationally recognised in Australia and are awarded by Swinburne University of Technology.
Together, UP Education and Swinburne University of Technology have established Swinburne Open Education – a world-class, online native learning platform, to help you reach your career goals, anytime, anywhere.
Swinburne University of Technology is a registered training organisation (RTO 3059)
