🎯 Course Description:
This certification course is designed for procurement professionals managing global sourcing, international suppliers, and cross-border procurement activities. The program focuses on developing skills to navigate complex international markets, compliance with trade regulations, risk mitigation, and strategic global supplier management.
Participants will gain expertise in handling multicultural negotiations, international contract management, and leveraging global procurement best practices to maximize value and minimize risks.
👥 Who Should Attend:
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Procurement managers and directors overseeing international purchasing
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Global sourcing and supply chain professionals
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Contract managers handling cross-border agreements
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Procurement consultants and advisors working in international markets
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Professionals aiming for leadership roles in international procurement
🗓️ Day 1: Fundamentals of International Procurement
| Time | Topic |
|---|---|
| 08:30 – 09:00 | Welcome and Course Overview |
| 09:00 – 10:30 | Introduction to International Procurement – Scope and challenges |
| 10:30 – 10:45 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 10:45 – 12:15 | Global Sourcing Strategies – Approaches and best practices |
| 12:15 – 01:15 | 🍽 Lunch Break |
| 01:15 – 02:45 | International Trade Laws and Compliance |
| 02:45 – 03:00 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 03:00 – 04:30 | Case Study: Managing a global procurement project |
🗓️ Day 2: Cross-Border Supplier Management
| Time | Topic |
|---|---|
| 08:30 – 10:00 | Supplier Identification and Qualification in Global Markets |
| 10:00 – 10:15 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 10:15 – 12:15 | Supplier Risk Assessment and Mitigation |
| 12:15 – 01:15 | 🍽 Lunch Break |
| 01:15 – 02:45 | Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) across cultures |
| 02:45 – 03:00 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 03:00 – 04:30 | Workshop: Evaluating international suppliers |
🗓️ Day 3: International Negotiation and Contracting
| Time | Topic |
|---|---|
| 08:30 – 10:00 | Cross-Cultural Negotiation Strategies |
| 10:00 – 10:15 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 10:15 – 12:15 | Drafting and Managing International Procurement Contracts |
| 12:15 – 01:15 | 🍽 Lunch Break |
| 01:15 – 02:45 | Managing Currency, Payment Terms, and Trade Finance |
| 02:45 – 03:00 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 03:00 – 04:30 | Role-Play: International negotiation simulation |
🗓️ Day 4: Logistics, Customs, and Risk Management
| Time | Topic |
|---|---|
| 08:30 – 10:00 | International Logistics and Transportation Management |
| 10:00 – 10:15 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 10:15 – 12:15 | Customs Regulations and Import/Export Compliance |
| 12:15 – 01:15 | 🍽 Lunch Break |
| 01:15 – 02:45 | Risk Management in International Procurement |
| 02:45 – 03:00 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 03:00 – 04:30 | Case Study: Handling procurement risks in global supply chains |
🗓️ Day 5: Technology, Sustainability, and Certification
| Time | Topic |
|---|---|
| 08:30 – 10:00 | Digital Tools in International Procurement |
| 10:00 – 10:15 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 10:15 – 12:15 | Sustainable and Ethical International Procurement Practices |
| 12:15 – 01:15 | 🍽 Lunch Break |
| 01:15 – 02:45 | Final Assessment and Group Presentation |
| 02:45 – 03:00 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 03:00 – 04:30 | Certification Exam, Feedback, and Closing Ceremony |
📂 Course Materials Provided:
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Certified International Procurement Manager course manual
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International procurement compliance checklists
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Supplier evaluation and risk assessment templates
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Negotiation scripts and contract templates
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Case studies focusing on global procurement scenarios
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Certification exam and Certificate of Completion
