Course Overview:

This course explores the distinctive challenges and governance frameworks that shape supply chain management in public institutions and government agencies. Public sector supply chains operate under strict requirements for transparency, accountability, and legal compliance, which significantly influence procurement decisions, contract management, and vendor relations. Students will examine procurement laws, competitive bidding processes, ethical sourcing, and stakeholder engagement. The course emphasizes balancing cost-effectiveness with public interest, service equity, and regulatory mandates. Additional topics include vendor performance evaluation, risk mitigation, and strategies for enhancing procurement efficiency while maintaining governance standards. Through case studies and current policy discussions, students will evaluate best practices in public contracting, public-private partnerships, and sustainable procurement. Graduates of this course will be prepared to manage public sector supply chains with a strong foundation in compliance, ethics, and value-based decision-making.

Prerequisite:

  • The students must have completed grade 12 or equivalent education, or mature student status (19 years or older).
  • All applicants must meet one of the following Language Proficiency Requirements (LPR):
    • Completion of 2 years of secondary education (including English 10 and 11 with grade of ‘C’ or higher) from a country where English is one of the principal languages, or
    • Completion of 2 years of full-time post-secondary education at an accredited institution where English is the language of instruction, or
    • Students from non-English speaking countries must have completed grade 12 or equivalent education and provide verified results for one of the English Language Proficiency tests with minimum scores listed below:
      • IELTS 6.0, TOEFL 50, CAEL 45, CELPIP 6.5, DET 105, PTE 47, PCE 175, CAMBRIDGE B2 Level, LANGUAGECERT B2 Level, MET B2 Level, ITEP 3.8, EIKEN Grade Pre-1. or
    • Provide proof of achieving at least 65% in Grade 12 English (or equivalent) from a recognized institution.
  • Mature Student Applicants
    • Applicants who are 19 years of age or older at the start of the program, are Canadian citizens or permanent residents, and are unable to provide official secondary or post-secondary education records may demonstrate English proficiency by:
      • Submitting a signed attestation confirming they have completed at least three years of full-time education in English in a country where English is one of the primary languages and
      • Completing the Accuplacer English Assessment (Next Generation: Reading, Writing, and WritePlacer) with the following minimum scores:
        • Reading: 235
        • Writing: 235
        • WritePlacer: 4

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, the students will be able to:

  • Differentiate between public and private sector supply chain operations.
  • Apply public procurement laws and policies.
  • Assess supplier performance in the context of public accountability.
  • Develop transparent sourcing strategies with stakeholder engagement.

Course Content & Topics:

Class 1: Introduction to Public Sector Supply Chains
Class 2: Public Procurement Frameworks and Legislation
Class 3: Procurement Planning and Policy Development
Class 4: Competitive Bidding and Tendering
Class 5: Supplier Evaluation and Contract Awards
Class 6: Contract Management in Public Supply Chains
Class 7: Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs)
Class 8: Risk Management in Public Procurement
Class 9: Vendor Relationship Management
Class 10: Sustainable and Ethical Procurement
Class 11: Indigenous and Equity-Based Procurement
Class 12: Technology and E-Procurement
Class 13: Audits, Oversight, and Legal Compliance
Class 14: Emerging Issues and Future Trends

Credit Information:

  • Credits: 3

Duration:

  • 14 Weeks: 3 hrs/week

Course & Related Fees:

  • Domestic & International: $700 (Seven hundred dollars)

For a detailed breakdown, please refer to Policy #S-005 Programs & Course Fee Schedule

Non-Refundable Fees:

  • Application Fee: $50.00/course (payable online and non-refundable)