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| MODULE DESCRIPTOR | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title | |||
| Purchasing Principles and Law | |||
| Reference | BSM022 | Version | 6 |
| Created | December 2023 | SCQF Level | SCQF 11 |
| Approved | September 2018 | SCQF Points | 15 |
| Amended | March 2024 | ECTS Points | 7.5 |
| Aims of Module | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| To provide students with knowledge and understading of key legislation that directly impacts upon purchasing decisions. To provide students with a sound understanding of some key technical aspects relative to the purchasing function in organisations. To encourage critical evaluation of some of the important purchasing tools and techniques. | |||
| Learning Outcomes for Module | |
|---|---|
| On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to: | |
| 1 | Critically appraise the implications of relevant legislation and current ethical issues on B2B purchasing. |
| 2 | Critically evaluate contractual relationships and develop appropriate strategies for the management of commercial contracts. |
| 3 | Critically evaluate key negotiating approaches and develop appropriate negotiation strategies for business environments. |
| 4 | Autonomously synthesise strategic approaches to the application of purchasing principles and law. |
| Indicative Module Content |
|---|
| The fundamentals of purchasing, tendering processes, negotiation theory and practice, ethics in purchasing, English contract law, the legal aspects of purchasing in a variety of commercial exchange relationships, supplier appraisal, supplier approval, negotiation approaches, INCOTERMS, international trade laws. |
| Module Delivery |
|---|
| On campus mode: The module is delivered on campus through lectures, interactive group work, and directed self-study. On-line mode: The module is delivered in on-line mode through self directed learning through web-based learning materials, supported by seminars and on-line tutor support. |
| Indicative Student Workload | Full Time | Part Time |
|---|---|---|
| Contact Hours | 36 | 36 |
| Non-Contact Hours | 114 | 114 |
| Placement/Work-Based Learning Experience [Notional] Hours | N/A | N/A |
| TOTAL | 150 | 150 |
| Actual Placement hours for professional, statutory or regulatory body |
| ASSESSMENT PLAN | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| If a major/minor model is used and box is ticked, % weightings below are indicative only. | |||||
| Component 1 | |||||
| Type: | Coursework | Weighting: | 100% | Outcomes Assessed: | 1, 2, 3, 4 |
| Description: | Individual report. | ||||
| MODULE PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR | |
|---|---|
| Explanatory Text | |
| Component 1 comprises 100% of the module grade. To pass the module, a D grade is required. | |
| Module Grade | Minimum Requirements to achieve Module Grade: |
| A | A |
| B | B |
| C | C |
| D | D |
| E | E |
| F | F |
| NS | Non-submission of work by published deadline or non-attendance for examination |
| Module Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Prerequisites for Module | None. |
| Corequisites for module | None. |
| Precluded Modules | None. |
| INDICATIVE BIBLIOGRAPHY | |
|---|---|
| 1 | MCKENDRICK, E., 2023. Contract law. 15th ed. UK: Hart Publishing. |
| 2 | GRIFFITHS, M. and GRIFFITHS, I., 2015. Law for purchasing and supply. 11th ed. Harlow: FT Prentice Hall. |
| 3 | LYSONS, K. and FARRINGTON, B., 2020. Purchasing and supply chain management. 10th ed. London: Pearson Education Limited. |
| 4 | O'BRIEN, J., 2013. Negotiation for purchasing professionals: a proven approach that puts the buyer in control. 1st ed. London: Kogan Page. |