ICE014 - Procurement and Contract Management
Course Description
Procurement management, and especially contract administration, have become essential project management skills in today's trend of outsourcing all but the company's core competencies. This course will guide you through procurement practices, solicitation of bids, contract negotiations, and provide a taste of contract law. This course will provide the basic tools required for project managers in these areas, and learners will gain insight into the role of the procurement officer on a project team.
In Partnership With
Project Management Essentials is delivered in partnership with Procept Associates Ltd, a Registered Education Provider accredited by the Project Management Association of Canada (PMAC) for meeting its quality standards. After completing this course, participants are eligible to write the Certified Project Coordinator (CPC) exam from PMAC.
TRC Calls to Action
This course provides education and training on corporate policy and core operational activities involving Indigenous peoples in order to gain long-term sustainable benefits from economic development projects.
Learning Outcomes
Learners will gain practical skills to:
- Use proven techniques, tools, and skills for managing contracting and procurement on projects.
- Know how to plan and control procurement management scope of work.
- Know how to effectively select procurement personnel for your project.
- Understand and use procurement management terminology.
- Anticipate the impact of procurement management upon other aspects of project management.
- Make a plan for enhanced procurement management efforts for your project.
Skills and Competencies
- Procurement management
- Contract management
- Contract administration and control
- Contract negotiation
- Vendor relationship management
Summary
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Number of hours: 3.5 hours/day x 2 days = 7 hours
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Assessment: Attendance and participation are mandatory for both sessions and are monitored by the facilitator. Lack of attendance and/or participation may affect the learner's successful completion of the course. Successful completion of the course involves achieving 80% on the Final Quiz. An incomplete course will count as a fail.
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Previous education required: The prerequisite for this course is Project Management Essentials. The remaining courses of the Project Management MicroCertificate can be taken in any order.
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Delivery: Hybrid course with online modules and remote learning (Two half-day Zoom meetings).
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Completion timeline: You will have access to the course for one week from the last scheduled course date.
FAQ's
Is this course for everyone?
- Yes, this course is relevant to all people from all walks of life. The learners' life experiences will influence how they experience the course.
Some individuals and organizations may be GST-exempt.
- First Nations University of Canada is situated on the Star Blanket First Nation and is exempt from Provincial Sales Tax (PST). If you or your organization are exempt from Government Sales Tax (GST), please contact icec@fnuniv.ca to ensure that your invoice is prepared accordingly.
I need financial support. What funding options does ICEC recommend?
- Check out our Funding Opportunities here.
I am interested in an in-person offering of this course.
- Please contact icec@fnuniv.ca to learn more about which courses can be offered in person and discuss the options.
Who do I contact if I need help?
- Check out ICEC's Learner Support page to see if your question is answered in the FAQs. If your question remains unresolved, feel free to contact icec@fnuniv.ca for assistance. We are here to help! Support requests are received during regular office hours. Please expect a response within 24-48 hours.
Prerequisites
Applies Towards the Following Certificates
- Project Management Professional MicroCertificate : Project Management Professional MicroCertificate 2026