Public procurement is a sub-field of public administration emphasizing purchasing, supply chain management and project management through practical strategies, proper planning and collaborative execution.
The National Institute for Public Procurement accredits the certificate. It prepares students with the coursework necessary to become a Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB) and Certified Public Procurement Officer (CPPO).
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Career Outlook & Potential Earnings
Graduates of this program may find opportunities in the following careers. Data sourced from O*NET OnLine by the U.S. Department of Labor.
Purchasing Managers
Plan, direct, or coordinate the activities of buyers, purchasing officers, and related workers involved in purchasing materials, products, and services. Includes wholesale or retail trade merchandisin
Plan, direct, or coordinate the activities of buyers, purchasing officers, and related workers involved in purchasing materials, products, and services. Includes wholesale or retail trade merchandising managers and procurement managers.
Median Annual Wage
$148,080
Wage Range
$92,490 – $223,280
Projected Growth
Average
Top Skills:
Typical Education:
Bachelor’s degree, Post-secondary certificate, Associate’s degree
Wholesale and Retail Buyers, Except Farm Products
Bright OutlookBuy merchandise or commodities, other than farm products, for resale to consumers at the wholesale or retail level, including both durable and nondurable goods. Analyze past buying trends, sales recor
Buy merchandise or commodities, other than farm products, for resale to consumers at the wholesale or retail level, including both durable and nondurable goods. Analyze past buying trends, sales records, price, and quality of merchandise to determine value and yield. Select, order, and authorize payment for merchandise according to contractual agreements. May conduct meetings with sales personnel and introduce new products. May negotiate contracts. Includes assistant wholesale and retail buyers of nonfarm products.
Median Annual Wage
$77,710
Wage Range
$48,380 – $128,870
Projected Growth
Bright
Top Skills:
Typical Education:
Bachelor’s degree, High school diploma or equivalent, Less than high school diploma
Procurement Clerks
Compile information and records to draw up purchase orders for procurement of materials and services.
Median Annual Wage
$50,580
Wage Range
$38,040 – $68,620
Projected Growth
Below Average
Top Skills:
Typical Education:
High school diploma or equivalent, Bachelor’s degree, Some college, no degree
Supply Chain Managers
Bright OutlookDirect or coordinate production, purchasing, warehousing, distribution, or financial forecasting services or activities to limit costs and improve accuracy, customer service, or safety. Examine existi
Direct or coordinate production, purchasing, warehousing, distribution, or financial forecasting services or activities to limit costs and improve accuracy, customer service, or safety. Examine existing procedures or opportunities for streamlining activities to meet product distribution needs. Direct the movement, storage, or processing of inventory.
Median Annual Wage
$107,230
Wage Range
$65,120 – $194,900
Projected Growth
Bright
Top Skills:
Typical Education:
Bachelor’s degree, Master’s degree, Post-baccalaureate certificate
Foresters
Manage public and private forested lands for economic, recreational, and conservation purposes. May inventory the type, amount, and location of standing timber, appraise the timber's worth, negotiate
Manage public and private forested lands for economic, recreational, and conservation purposes. May inventory the type, amount, and location of standing timber, appraise the timber's worth, negotiate the purchase, and draw up contracts for procurement. May determine how to conserve wildlife habitats, creek beds, water quality, and soil stability, and how best to comply with environmental regulations. May devise plans for planting and growing new trees, monitor trees for healthy growth, and determine optimal harvesting schedules.
Median Annual Wage
$76,400
Wage Range
$50,790 – $109,700
Projected Growth
Below Average
Top Skills:
Typical Education:
Bachelor’s degree, Associate’s degree, Post-secondary certificate
Logistics Analysts
Bright OutlookAnalyze product delivery or supply chain processes to identify or recommend changes. May manage route activity including invoicing, electronic bills, and shipment tracing.
Median Annual Wage
$82,320
Wage Range
$50,890 – $133,160
Projected Growth
Bright
Top Skills:
Typical Education:
Bachelor’s degree, Associate’s degree, Some college, no degree
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