CIPS L4 Diploma

L4M6 Supplier Relationships

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Course curriculum

  • 1

    LO|1 The dynamics of relationships in supply chains

    • LO|1.1 Differentiate between different types of commercial relationships in supply chains

    • LO|1.2 Appraise portfolio analysis techniques to assess relationships in supply chains

    • LO|1.3 Identify the competitive forces that impact on relationships in supply chains

    • LO|1.4 Compare the sources of added value that can be achieved through supply chain relationships
  • 2

    LO|2 Understand processes and procedures for successfully working with stakeholders

    • LO|2.1 Analyse the purpose of organisational procedures and processes in sourcing goods and/or services

    • LO|2.2 Compare team management techniques to ensure positive stakeholder relationships

    • LO|2.3 Compare the practical considerations of stakeholder management

    • LO|2.4 Identify the process for terminating stakeholder relationships
  • 3

    LO|3 Understand processes and procedures for successful working with stakeholders

    • LO|3.1 Analyse the concept of partnering and where it is a suitable approach

    • LO|3.2 Appraise the process of partnership implementation

    • LO|3.3 Identify the reasons why partnerships fail