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B1 Strategic Procurement and Supply Chain Management

B1 — Private-Sector Procurement Fundamentals

Level 1 (Professional Certificate) 3 contact days 5 CPD credits 50 NLH XAF 250,000

Qualification Purpose

To introduce learners to the procurement function within private-sector organisations.

Occupational Profile

Entry-level staff in private-sector procurement or purchasing departments.

Entry Requirements

Open access. No formal prerequisite. Basic literacy and numeracy, or relevant work exposure, is recommended but not required.

Target Learners

School leavers, junior buyers, purchasing assistants.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion, the learner will be able to:

  • Describe the procurement function within a private enterprise.
  • Process purchase orders in line with company policy.
  • Support supplier onboarding and basic vendor administration.
  • Track order status and delivery performance.

Assessment & Workplace Learning Strategy

Minimum 80% attendance, plus an applied assignment or case study, assessed on a competency-based pass/fail basis by an AISCR-appointed assessor. Mandatory completion of a Portfolio of Evidence (PoE).

Note: Workplace learning requirements are governed as per Common Provisions, Section 1.3.

Progression & Professional Designation

Progression Pathways: Feeds into L2-B (Advanced Certificate in Strategic Procurement and Supply Management).

Professional Designation: Individual Level 1 certificates do not carry a standalone professional designation. A learner who completes three or more Level 1 certificates within a single occupational family becomes eligible for the AISCR Associate designation in that family.

Career Opportunities

Successful completion prepares candidates for roles such as: Procurement Assistant, Assistant Buyer, Purchasing Coordinator

Part of the AISCR Certified Associate Pathway

Completing 3 Level 1 certificates in this occupational family qualifies learners for official status as an AISCR Certified Associate.

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