BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN PRODUCTION AND OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT

Purchasing plays a major role of economic activities in Zambia. The level of economic activities involving purchasing and supply functions has brought both opportunities and challenges in both the private and public sectors. The key attribute the marketplace now seeks in purchasing and supply management is the ability to ensuring continuity of supply in line with business requirements, the appropriate management of risks, effective supplier relationship management and the attainment of value for money through influencing both operational, tactical and strategic decisions. Purchasing and Supply management positions are now intended to provide more value to customers, establish market differentiation, develop lasting supplier relationships and become flexible and agile, hence the need for specialized competencies in this field.