This completion track is designed for students holding an Associate Degree who want to advance into strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, and supplier relationship management. Students build on foundational procurement knowledge to manage broader purchasing functions.
Offered in a flexible one-year format, the program allows transfer credit to apply toward the 84 required credit hours, and a capstone bridge project has students design a sourcing strategy for a real category of spend. Graduates are prepared for roles such as procurement analyst or sourcing coordinator.
BA 031Introduction to Business
A foundational look at how organizations are structured, financed, and run in today's competitive marketplace.
- Business ownership structures and formation
- Roles of key business functions
- Introduction to the global business environment
BA 064Marketing Essentials
An introduction to identifying customer needs and building strategies that connect products with the people who want them.
- The four Ps of marketing
- Segmenting and targeting audiences
- Building a basic marketing plan
BA 226Business Communication
Building the written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills needed to succeed in a professional business setting.
- Professional writing and correspondence
- Effective presentation techniques
- Interpersonal and cross-functional communication
BA 375Fundamentals of Accounting
An introduction to the accounting cycle and the financial statements that record and report business activity.
- The accounting equation and double-entry system
- Preparing income statements and balance sheets
- Recording and adjusting journal entries
BA 608Introduction to Finance
Core concepts of financial management, including how businesses raise, allocate, and manage capital.
- Time value of money principles
- Sources of business financing
- Basic risk and return concepts
BA 686Management & Administration
Practical grounding in planning, organizing, and overseeing the daily operations of a business unit.
- Principles of organizational planning
- Supervising and coordinating teams
- Administrative decision-making basics
BA 707E-Business
An exploration of how digital technology and the internet are reshaping commerce, operations, and customer engagement.
- E-commerce business models
- Digital marketing and online customer engagement
- Technology infrastructure for online business
BA 785Human Resources
An overview of the practices organizations use to recruit, develop, and retain a productive workforce.
- Recruitment and selection processes
- Employee training and performance management
- Compensation, benefits, and workplace policy
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Specialist Courses
6 Courses
PCM 106Introduction to Procurement
Covers the basic process of purchasing goods and services.
- Basic procurement process steps
- Introduction to purchase orders
- Overview of supplier relationships
PCM 120Vendor Coordination Basics
Introduces the fundamentals of working with vendors and suppliers.
- Basic vendor communication
- Tracking vendor deliveries
- Introduction to vendor evaluation
PCM 134Purchasing Documentation Basics
Covers the basic documentation used in the purchasing process.
- Basic purchase requisitions
- Introduction to purchase agreements
- Simple procurement recordkeeping
PCM 248Strategic Sourcing
Covers finding and selecting the best suppliers for a category of spend.
- Supplier identification and evaluation
- Running a competitive sourcing event
- Total cost of ownership analysis
PCM 360Procurement Contract Negotiation
Covers negotiating favorable terms with suppliers.
- Negotiation strategy for procurement
- Structuring favorable contract terms
- Managing multi-year supply agreements
PCM 472Supplier Relationship Management
Covers managing ongoing performance and relationships with key suppliers.
- Supplier performance scorecards
- Managing strategic supplier relationships
- Resolving supplier performance issues
$24,000
Total Program Cost
Fees are billed per term and are subject to change. Financial aid, scholarships, and flexible payment plans are available to students who qualify.
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Admission requires Associate Degree or equivalent credits.
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Complete the online application with your basic and academic details.
An admissions advisor reviews your application and any transfer credit.
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