Description
Course Name: Advanced Diploma in Purchase Management
Course Id: ADPUM/Q1001.
Eligibility: 10+2 (Higher Secondary) or equivalent.
Objective: The Advanced Diploma in Purchase Management develops advanced professional knowledge and practical skills required to plan, organize, execute and control purchasing activities within an organization. The course covers purchase planning, purchase requisitions, supplier identification, quotation management, vendor selection, price negotiation, purchase orders, delivery follow-up, purchase documentation, quality coordination, purchase cost control and digital purchasing systems. It prepares learners to purchase required materials and services at appropriate quality, quantity, price and time while maintaining efficient supplier coordination and purchasing records.
Duration: Six Months.
How to Enroll and Get Certified in Your Chosen Course:
Step 1: Choose the course you wish to get certified in.
Step 2: Click on the “Enroll Now” button.
Step 3: Proceed with the enrollment process.
Step 4: Enter your billing details and continue to course fee payment.
Step 5: You will be redirected to the payment gateway. Pay the course and examination fee using one of the following methods:
Debit/Credit Card, Wallet, Paytm, Net Banking, UPI, or Google Pay.
Step 6: After successful payment, you will receive your study material login ID and password via email within 48 hours of fee payment.
Step 7: Once you complete the course, take the online examination.
Step 8: Upon passing the examination, you will receive:
- A soft copy (scanned) of your certificate via email within 7 days of the examination.
- A hard copy (original with official seal and signature) sent to your address within 45 days of the declaration of the result.
Step 9: After certification, you will be offered job opportunities aligned with your area of interest.
Online Examination Detail:
Duration- 120 minutes.
No. of Questions- 60. (Multiple Choice Questions).
10 Questions from each module, each carry 10 marks.
Maximum Marks- 600, Passing Marks- 40%.
There is no negative marking in this module.
| How Students will be Graded: | ||
| S.No. | Marks | Grade |
| 1 | 91-100 | O (Outstanding) |
| 2 | 81-90 | A+ (Excellent) |
| 3 | 71-80 | A (Very Good) |
| 4 | 61-70 | B (Good) |
| 5 | 51-60 | C (Average) |
| 6 | 41-50 | P (Pass) |
| 7 | 0-40 | F (Fail) |
Key Benefits of Certification- Earning a professional certification not only validates your skills but also enhances your employability. Here are the major benefits you gain:
Practical, Job-Ready Skills – Our certifications are designed to equip you with real-world, hands-on skills that match current industry demands — helping you become employment-ready from day one.
Lifetime Validity – Your certification is valid for a lifetime — no renewals or expirations. It serves as a permanent proof of your skills and training.
Lifetime Certificate Verification – Employers and institutions can verify your certification anytime through a secure and reliable verification system — adding credibility to your qualifications.
Industry-Aligned Certification –All certifications are developed in consultation with industry experts to ensure that what you learn is current, relevant, and aligned with market needs.
Preferred by Employers – Candidates from ISO-certified institutes are often prioritized by recruiters due to their exposure to standardized, high-quality training.
Free Job Assistance Based on Your Career Interests – Receive personalized job assistance and career guidance in your preferred domain, helping you land the right role faster.
Syllabus
Module 1: Purchase Management Principles and Purchase Planning: Concept and Importance of Purchase Management, Objectives of the Purchase Function, Responsibilities of Purchase Department, Purchase Organization and Authority, Purchase Policies and Procedures, Purchase Planning Process, Purchase Requirement Forecasting, Purchase Budget Preparation, Purchase Scheduling, Coordination of Purchasing with User Departments.
Module 2: Purchase Requisition, Enquiry and Quotation Management: Purchase Requisition Preparation, Verification of Purchase Requirements, Material and Service Specifications, Purchase Enquiry Preparation, Identification of Potential Vendors, Request for Quotation Procedures, Receipt and Registration of Quotations, Technical Comparison of Quotations, Commercial Comparison of Quotations, Preparation of Comparative Statements.
Module 3: Vendor Selection and Purchase Negotiation: Vendor Prequalification, Vendor Registration Procedures, Vendor Capability Assessment, Vendor Selection Criteria, Vendor Rating Methods, Negotiation Planning, Price Negotiation, Quantity and Discount Negotiation, Payment and Delivery Term Negotiation, Finalization of Purchase Terms.
Module 4: Purchase Order Processing and Order Follow-Up: Preparation of Purchase Orders, Purchase Order Terms and Conditions, Purchase Order Approval Procedures, Purchase Order Placement, Purchase Order Acknowledgement, Purchase Order Amendment, Order Expediting, Delivery Schedule Follow-Up, Handling Delayed Purchase Orders, Purchase Order Completion and Closure.
Module 5: Receipt, Inspection and Purchase Control: Coordination with Goods Receiving Department, Goods Receipt Procedures, Verification Against Purchase Orders, Quantity Verification, Quality Inspection Coordination, Handling Short Supply, Handling Excess Supply, Rejected Material and Replacement Procedures, Purchase Return Coordination, Purchase Documentation and Record Control.
Module 6: Purchase Cost, Vendor Performance and E-Purchasing: Purchase Price Analysis, Purchase Cost Components, Cost Reduction in Purchasing, Purchase Budget Monitoring, Vendor Performance Evaluation, Delivery and Quality Performance Monitoring, Ethical Purchasing and Internal Controls, E-Purchasing and Digital Purchase Systems, Purchase Reports and Data Analysis, Purchase Performance Improvement.
Job Opportunities after Advanced Diploma in Purchase Management
Graduates can pursue careers in purchasing, buying operations, vendor coordination, purchase administration, commercial operations and material purchasing.
Top Roles: Purchase Executive, Purchase Officer, Purchase Coordinator, Buying Executive, Vendor Development Executive, Purchase Assistant Manager, Commercial Executive and Purchase Operations Executive.
Key Skills: Purchase planning, purchase requisition management, enquiry processing, quotation comparison, vendor selection, purchase negotiation, purchase-order processing, order follow-up, purchase cost control and vendor performance evaluation.
Salary Range (India):
- Entry-level: ₹2.5–6 LPA
- Mid-level: ₹6–12 LPA
- Senior-level: ₹12–25+ LPA
Scope: Purchase management professionals can work in manufacturing companies, engineering organizations, construction businesses, automotive industries, pharmaceutical companies, FMCG organizations, retail businesses, hospitals, hospitality organizations, educational institutions and other organizations requiring systematic purchasing of materials, equipment, supplies and services.
