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Supplier Management in Public Procurement Sprint 2027

This instructor-led course is taught live. Session dates and times are in the course description, and you register through the Procurement U Learning Management System (LMS).
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Delivery Method:

Instructor-Led Training

Contact Hours:

5

Registration:

Included with Membership
About The Course

 COURSE DATES:  March 22 – 26, 2027      Contact Hours (Credits): 5

Course Description:

Learn to identify and implement supplier management practices throughout the procurement cycle through one week of educational content and discussion, culminating in a one-hour live webinar. 

Who Should Join:

Procurement professionals of any level interested in understanding supplier management concepts and their application within the procurement office.

Pre-Course Orientation Module

Intro to the Course: Introduction to the sprint-style course and rules of engagement.

Welcome Post: Participants in the course will post in the course Discussion Board. You will introduce yourself with information that includes your job title, brief job description, state in which you work and what you hope to learn in this course.

Day #1

  • Complete Online Module #1: Intro to Supplier Management
  • Listen to “We’ll Manage: Supplier Management with NASPO’s Procurement Content Managers”
  • Answer Discussion Question in the Collaborations Activity panel

Day #2

  • Complete Online Module #2: Supplier Relationship Management
  • Watch “Cronin Awards 2023: Michigan’s Lifecycle Supplier Outreach: Better Relationships, Better Outcomes”
  • Answer Discussion Question in the Collaborations Activity panel

Day #3

  • Complete Online Module #3: Contract Management/Contract Administration
  • Read “The Care and Keeping of Contracts”
  • Answer Discussion Question in the Collaborations Activity panel

Day #4

  • Complete Online Module #4: Supplier Performance Management
  • Listen to “Vendor Performance Tracking with Dan May, FL”
  • Answer Discussion Question in the Collaborations Activity panel

Day #5:

  • Join your fellow learners for a one-hour live webinar to discuss what you’ve learned in the course this week.

Course Technology Requirements:

To participate in this course, learners will need:

  • A reliable internet connection and access to the Procurement U LMS.
  • An up-to-date web browser (Chrome, Firefox, or Safari recommended).
  • Audio and video conferencing capabilities, including speakers or headphones.

 Waitlists and Enrollment:

When a course is full, learners are waitlisted and automatically enrolled if a seat opens. Waitlists expire 7 calendar days before the course begins. Email notifications are sent when enrollment status changes.

Course Reminders and Unenrollment:

Reminders are sent approximately 3 weeks and 1 week before the course begins. Learners may unenroll through the LMS up to 5 calendar days (120 hours) before the course starts. After that, contact [email protected] to request withdrawal.

Late Cancellations & No-Shows:

Learners who cannot attend should withdraw before the deadline. Failure to attend any required live sessions without withdrawing results in a no-show designation.

  • First no-show: Learner and CPO or agency contact are notified.
  • Second no-show: Six-month restriction from instructor-led courses.

Extenuating circumstances may be considered.

Full Policy Details:

For additional information, exceptions, and complete policy requirements, review the Procurement U Course Registration, Attendance & Cancellation Policy

Accessibility and Transcription:

Third-party AI transcription services are prohibited during live sessions. Closed captions, transcripts, and other reasonable accommodations are available upon request.

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Syllabus March 2027

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