Certificate IV in
Procurement and Contracting


PSP40616 - Certificate IV in Procurement and Contracting

The PSP40616 Certificate IV in Procurement and Contracting has been specifically designed to recognise the skills of those working in procurement and contracting roles within the public sector. It covers the broad range of skills required to operate without supervision in a procurement and contracting environment. The benefits of this course include an understanding of the public sector environment, practical skills in research, planning, and implementing procurement, as well as providing participants with a working knowledge of contracts and contract management.

What You'll Learn in the PSP40616 Certificate IV in Procurement and Contracting Course

This course will take you through the aspects of procurement and contracting from start to finish, providing students with the skills needed to effectively and confidently work within a procurement and/or contracting job role within the public sector. Through this qualification you will develop your skills in planning procurement, developing and distributing requests for offers, selecting providers, developing and managing contracts, and apply government processes in a procurement and contracting public sector environment.

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How will this course help me?

Upon successful completion of the 15 units, participants will be awarded the PSP40616 Certificate IV in Procurement and Contracting. This qualification is highly regarded as the industry standard in the recognition of those who have demonstrated the ability to work effectively within a procurement environment. Participants will undertake learning to sharpen their skills (as per key skills section) as well as the opportunity to apply procurement and contracting concepts to work-based situations. This will provide participants with the skills they need to work as effective procurement officers within the public sector, as well as the confidence to apply their knowledge in a practical setting.

Laura

Procurement Manager, Epiroc Perth

Nathan was excellent with this presentations and team engagement, really great course. Great perspectives which made me think differently.

Silvana Gaglia

Silvana Gaglia Leadership and Organisational Development Consultant, Public Transport Authority WA

The PTA have been running Introduction to Project Management workshops, facilitated by Nic Thomas at SCOPE Training for over 3 years. The program is in high demand and is always fully subscribed. Nic is engaging with a high level of expertise. Nic is very informative, presenting with a wide variety of examples that support understanding and consolidate the learning for all participants at all levels. Feedback from all who attend the workshops is always very positive.

How Would You Like To Qualify As A Procurement Officer?

Online

Our online PSP40616 Certificate IV Procurement and Contracting course is a great choice for learners wanting the flexibility to learn at their own pace in the comfort of their own space.

Prior Experience

If you've been working in procurement and contracting, you may qualify for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). This is a way for experienced people to have their existing skills recognised.

Looking for customised Corporate Training?

Scope is experienced at designing custom learning experiences and has partnered with businesses of all shapes and sizes across a range of industries. A PSP40616 Certificate IV in Procurement and Contracting can be created and delivered customised to your organisation. This will include integrating your values, policies, processes, frameworks as well using examples based on your industry.

Companies we’ve worked with include

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PSP40616 Certificate IV in Procurement and Contracting Units

CORE UNITS

This unit describes the skills required to contribute to an ethical workplace and participate in ethical decision making. This unit applies to those working in public sector roles but may be applied to anyone working in a similar organisational context. The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to. Those undertaking this unit would generally work independently and as part of a team, where they may have some supervisory responsibilities. They would perform complex tasks in a range of familiar contexts.

This unit describes the skills required to identify and treat risk using the organisation’s risk management procedures and treatments. It applies to the risks inherent in all aspects of everyday work in the public sector as well as to specific functional activities and projects related to the particular mandate of the organisation. It includes establishing the risk context, analysing and evaluating risks and monitoring and reviewing the risk treatment plan. This unit applies to those working in generalist or specialist roles within the public sector. The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to. Those undertaking this unit would work independently, performing complex tasks in a range of familiar and unfamiliar contexts.

This unit describes the skills required to exercise delegations in the public sector. It includes confirming the delegation, applying other interacting legislation, policy and guidelines. This unit applies to those working in generalist and specialist roles within the public sector. The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to. Those undertaking this unit would work independently performing complex tasks in a range of familiar and unfamiliar contexts.

This unit describes the skills required to apply government processes. It includes applying information relating to the machinery of government and knowledge of organisations protocols and functions. This unit applies to those working in generalist and specialist roles within the public sector. The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to. Those undertaking this unit would work independently performing complex tasks in a range of familiar and unfamiliar contexts.

This unit describes the skills required to encourage colleagues in the workplace to comply with legislation. It includes assisting others to comply with legislative requirements, and taking action on non-compliance. This unit applies to those working in generalist or specialist work activities where they need to identify, understand and comply with the legislative environment within which they work. The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to. Those undertaking this unit may be working independently with some supervisory responsibilities while performing complex tasks in familiar contexts.

This unit describes the skills required to plan, justify and approve of procurement requirements to achieve the required outcome. It includes defining and justifying the need, researching potential impact and risks, and securing organisational support to proceed with procurement activity This unit applies to those working as public sector staff required to plan procurement. The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to. Those undertaking this unit would work under minor supervision, while performing complex tasks in familiar context. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.

This unit describes the skills required to develop and disseminate a request for offers to fulfil procurement requirements. It includes specifying the requirement, developing the formal request for offer documents and developing the offer evaluation plan. This unit applies to those working as public sector staff required to develop and distribute requests for offers. The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to. Those undertaking this unit would work under supervision, while performing complex tasks in familiar context. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.

This unit describes the skills required to select preferred providers as a result of a formal request for offer process. It includes evaluating offers, obtaining approvals, developing and formalising contractual arrangements, and debriefing the market and other stakeholders. This unit applies to those working as public sector staff required to select providers. The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to. Those undertaking this unit would work under supervision, while performing complex tasks in familiar context. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.

This unit describes the skills required to manage contracts. It includes undertaking preparations, establishing and maintaining contract management arrangements, monitoring and maintaining contract performance, and completing and reviewing contracts. This unit applies to those working as public sector employees with responsibilities relating to contract management. The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to. Those undertaking this unit would work autonomously with management responsibilities while performing complex tasks in familiar contexts. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.