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Course Details:


Developing and Improving Supplier Relationships On-Line Training
Course Code DISROL
Description: This on-line course provides an understanding of the various relationship types that may exist in the procurement environment.  It introduces models to analyse relationships and looks at ways in which relationships affect procurement activities and how these can be improved to the mutual benefit of both buyer and supplier. 
Aim: To gain a deeper understanding of buyer/supplier relationships and how these relationships affect procurement activities.
Duration: 28 Hours Approximately
Pre-Requisites: None. To apply for this on-line course please visit our acquisition e-learning site via the links on our homepage.
Designed For: Individuals working within MOD acquisition roles who require a deeper understanding of buyer/supplier relationships.
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Cost for Non MOD Applicants: The cost of this course is £700.00 excluding VAT. Details of payment options will be sent in a confirmation e-mail when you apply for the course.
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Objectives:

By the end of the package learners will be able to:

• Recognise different relationship types;
• Explain how models can be used to help analyse relationships;
• Identify what action can be taken to change or improve relationships;
• Recall the importance of supplier appraisal and supplier development;
• Recognise how organisational culture affects business behaviours;
• Describe the DIS perspective on relationships.

Related Learning:

• Supplier Management Introduction (SMI);
• Supplier Visits (SV)