Procurement Fundamentals (COR401)
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Online
Course
English
Online
Course
French
Overview
Delivery method
Online
Duration
5 hours
Audience
Functional specialists
Description
As stewards of public funds, procurement specialists must act with integrity and fairness when acquiring goods and services on behalf of the federal government. This online self-paced course introduces the basic concepts and responsibilities related to government procurement projects. Participants will learn about the policies and practices underpinning the federal procurement process and how to identify their oversight and reporting requirements.
Topics include:
- defining the roles and responsibilities of procurement specialists and key stakeholders
- identifying underlying procurement principles, legislation and policies
- understanding delegations of authority
Legacy course code: M500