While there are no entry requirements defined in the training package, International students entering this course at ACE require the following criteria to be met:

• Be at least 18 years of age when the course commences

• Have completed Australian Year 12 or an equivalent qualification

• Have an IELTS score of 6.0 or equivalent

• Have suitable language, literacy, numeracy and digital skills

• Successfully complete ACE’s LLND assessment

  Applicants may be offered additional English-language or learning support where required.

Students are expected to have:

• Access to a laptop or computer
• Reliable internet access
• An active email address
• Access to Microsoft Office applications
• A current telephone number and postal address

ACE provides access to computers, internet services and learning resources during scheduled classroom hours.

Training is delivered through:

• Face-to-face classroom sessions
• Trainer-led presentations and discussions
• Case studies and workplace scenarios
• Individual and group activities
• Research and project work
• Self-directed study

The course uses workplace-relevant procurement scenarios to help students connect strategic concepts with organisational practice.

Assessment methods may include:

• Written knowledge questions
• Projects and portfolios
• Case studies
• Presentations
• Workplace or simulated workplace activities

Assessment is conducted throughout the course and is designed to confirm that students can apply strategic procurement knowledge in realistic organisational contexts.

Graduates may consider further study in areas such as:

• Public administration
• Business and management
• Public policy
• Governance and compliance
• Project management
• Procurement and supply chain management

Potential occupational pathways may include:

• Strategic Procurement Manager
• Senior Procurement Adviser
• Procurement Policy Officer
• Contract and Procurement Manager
• Governance or Compliance Officer
• Program Coordinator
• Project Officer
• Operations Coordinator
• Policy or Strategy Adviser
• Public Sector Team Leader

Employment outcomes are not guaranteed and may depend on previous experience, employer requirements and relevant industry conditions.

Students must successfully complete four competency units, comprising three core units and one elective unit.

Core Units

• PSPPCM025 – Influence and define strategic procurement direction
• PSPPCM026 – Establish the strategic procurement context
• PSPPCM027 – Evaluate and improve strategic procurement performance

Elective Unit

• BSBLDR805 – Lead and influence change

Students may apply for Recognition of Prior Learning or Credit Transfer based on relevant previous qualifications, formal study, professional experience or demonstrated skills.

Approved applications may reduce the amount of training and the overall course duration.

ACE provides access to a range of student support services, including:

• Language, literacy, numeracy and digital support
• Additional tutorials and academic assistance
• Student counselling and welfare support
• Study-skills guidance
• Basic accommodation advice
• Reasonable adjustments where appropriate
• Referrals to external professional services