Tendering and Procurement Process

Module Description

This module builds on the skills acquired in Module 8 by exposing learners to tendering and procurement in relation to complex projects and also to the strategic use of tendering and procurement methodologies.

Tendering and Procurement in the construction industry is complex and multi-faceted. Quantity Surveyors working in the industry require a sound knowledge of tendering processes and procurement methodologies and techniques and how and when to strategically apply these.

Effective tendering and procurement requires an in-depth knowledge of the various tendering and procurement models as well as industry wide practices.
Negotiation is also an integral part of both these processes in this industry and this module addresses the various approaches and methodologies of negotiation. Procurement management is furthermore often used as a risk mitigation strategy and this module looks into the ways in which this can be achieved and the related pitfalls.

Entry Requirements

• Candidates who apply for this course must possess the following: 
  • a qualification at MQF Level 4 (one ‘A’ Level or equivalent in any subject); 

   

  AND 

  • a pass in English Language and Mathematics at MQF Level 3 (‘O’ Level or equivalent). 

   

  Preference is given to applicants having a year of work experience in a field related to the study programme.  

   

Target Audience

This course is targeted at: 

• individuals aspiring to work as quantity surveyors; 
• individuals who wish to advance their education and gain in depth knowledge and skills related to quantity surveying; 
• individuals already working in the field of quantity surveying who would like to obtain a qualification in quantity surveying. 

Career Paths

The possible positions for which this programme aims to prepare you for include, but are not limited to: 

• quantity surveyor  
• commercial/residential surveyor 
• estimator 

How you’ll be assessed

This is a part-time programme and will typically take 42 months to complete. The programme comprises a total of 25 modules. The method of assessment is assignment-based.  

The course comprises:  

• 6 lectures per module; 
• 3-hour lectures (evening); 
• 12 hours of online content per module, comprising synchronous online discussions, tutorials and/or videos.