Description
Course Name: Diploma in Purchasing and Store Keeping
Course Id: DIPSK/Q1001.
Eligibility: Completion of 10th Grade (high School) or equivalent.
Objective: The Diploma in Purchasing and Store Keeping program is designed to provide learners with comprehensive knowledge and skills related to procurement, inventory management, and store operations. The course covers purchasing procedures, vendor selection, negotiation techniques, inventory control, warehousing, and stock record maintenance.
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 exam 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 examination.
• A hard copy (original with official seal and signature) sent to your address within 45 day of declaration of 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) |
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Syllabus:-
Module 1: Fundamentals of Purchasing and Materials Management Definition, Scope and Objectives of Purchasing Management, The Role of Purchasing in the Supply Chain, Integration of Purchasing with Other Departments, Materials Management Concept and Principles, The Purchasing Cycle (Steps in Procurement), Ethical Considerations in Purchasing, Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) Analysis, Centralized vs. Decentralized Purchasing, Legal Aspects of Purchasing (Contracts and Law), Importance of Standardization and Simplification.
Module 2: Sourcing, Supplier Management, and Negotiation Techniques for Identifying Potential Sources of Supply, Supplier Selection Process and Criteria, Supplier Evaluation and Rating Systems, Developing Strong Supplier Relationships and Partnerships, Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) Concept, Principles of Effective Negotiation (Preparation, Tactics, Closing), Total Quality Management (TQM) in Sourcing, Global Sourcing and International Purchasing Challenges, E-Procurement and Reverse Auctions, Managing Supplier Performance and Audits.
Module 3: Inventory Control and Management Techniques Definition, Objectives, and Functions of Inventory Management, Different Types of Inventory (Raw Materials, WIP, Finished Goods), ABC Analysis and VED Analysis for Classification, Economic Order Quantity (EOQ) Model and Assumptions, Reorder Point (ROP) and Safety Stock Calculation, Just-in-Time (JIT) Inventory System Principles, Material Requirements Planning (MRP) Overview, Inventory Turnover Ratio and Control Measures, Perpetual vs. Periodic Inventory Systems, Inventory Valuation Methods (FIFO, LIFO, Weighted Average).
Module 4: Stores Management and Warehousing Operations Role and Objectives of Store Keeping, Warehouse Layout and Design Principles, Classification and Coding of Materials, Receiving and Inspection Procedures, Storage Methods and Space Utilization Techniques, Material Handling Equipment and Systems, Issue and Dispatch Procedures, Security and Loss Prevention in Stores, Stock Verification and Inventory Accuracy Checks, Safety Practices in Warehousing (Fire, Chemical Handling).
Module 5: Logistics, Transportation, and Risk Management Introduction to Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Different Modes of Transportation (Road, Rail, Air, Sea), Selection of Appropriate Transportation Carriers, Incoterms and their Application in Trade, Documentation in Logistics (Bill of Lading, Airway Bill), Insurance and Risk Management in Transit, Customs and Clearance Procedures (Basics), Third-Party Logistics (3PL) and Outsourcing, Reverse Logistics and Returns Management, Tracking and Tracing Technologies.
Module 6: Automation, Technology, and Performance Introduction to Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Systems in Purchasing, Utilizing Material Management Information Systems (MMIS), Barcoding and RFID Technology in Inventory Management, E-Tendering and Digital Workflow Management, Performance Measurement in Purchasing (Metrics and KPIs), Performance Measurement in Stores (Inventory Accuracy, Lead Time), Sustainability and Green Procurement Practices, Budgeting and Cost Control in Procurement, Developing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for Stores, Career Paths and Professional Development in Procurement and Supply Chain.
