Professional Training That Transforms Dreams Into Reality
A diploma in Procurement and Supply Management is a program of study that
provides students with the knowledge and skills to effectively manage the sourcing
and procurement of goods and services in a variety of industries. Graduates of this
program may find employment in various industries, including manufacturing, retail,
construction, government, and healthcare.
Overall, a diploma in Procurement and Supply Management can be an excellent
choice for individuals interested in pursuing a career in procurement, supply chain
management, or related fields.
Combining theoretical study with applied learning, this course develops the practical expertise required for procurement roles. The curriculum spans business fundamentals and specialist supply management units to foster strategic and operational competence.
You’ll graduate with a globally recognized HND in Procurement & Supply Management, bringing skills in sourcing, negotiation, logistics coordination, and strategic operations. This qualification supports both career entry and academic progression, such as joining a bachelor's final year.
Procurement Officer
Supply Chain Manager
Logistics Manager
Inventory Manager
Operations Manager
Sourcing Specialist
Purchase Manager
A focused curriculum, balanced evaluations, and straightforward entry criteria guide every learner’s success journey.
Year 1 (Level 4) – Core & Optional Units:
Core: Business and Business Environment; Marketing Processes and Planning; Human Resource Management; Leadership and Management; Accounting Principles; Managing a Successful Business Project (Pearson-set)
Optional: Entrepreneurial Ventures; Operations Management Aldar Properties
Year 2 (Level 5) – Specialist & Optional Units:
Core: Research Project (Pearson-set); Organizational Behavior
Specialist – Procurement & Supply Management: Principles of Operations Management; Procurement and Supply Chain Management; Pitching and Negotiation Skills
Optional: Business Strategy
Entirely coursework-based – there are no final written exams.
Designed to test practical application of business and supply management knowledge.
Assignments are directly related to real-world procurement and logistics scenarios.
Written Assignments & Essays – analyzing procurement policies, supply chain theories, or logistics challenges.
Reports – preparing supplier evaluation reports, procurement strategies, or sustainability assessments.
Case Studies – solving problems such as supplier negotiation, inventory bottlenecks, or risk management.
Presentations – pitching procurement strategies or supply-chain innovations to a simulated “board.”
Research Project (Pearson-set) – a major project in Year 2, often linked to procurement and supply chain issues.
Practical Projects – simulating tendering, sourcing, or contract management processes.
Group Work / Role Plays – for example, mock supplier negotiations or logistics planning.
Academic:
Grade 12 High School Certificate with pass OR
Level 3 vocational qualification in a relevant field Aldar Properties
English Language: (for non-native speakers or those who didn’t study final two years in English)
PTE Academic: minimum score 51
IELTS Academic: overall 5.5, with at least 5.5 in Reading and Writing