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This further training course was designed in cooperation with the Mannheim University of Applied Management Sciences and meets the university's quality standards in terms of overall concept, content, trainers and examination. As a result, participants benefit from high-quality qualifications with guaranteed topicality, high practical relevance and excellent trainers.As part of the distance learning coursecertified buyer", the following further training courses are completed:
After passing the e-exam, thecertified buyer" certificate is issued. This contains documentation of the topics learned from the distance learning course and the seminars, the number of points achieved and the examination grade. The certificate for passing the exam is issued by the Haufe Akademie .
It is recommended that all modules be completed within 18 months. The modules can be booked individually or at a lower package price.
In your personal online learning environment, all learning content will be available to you online from the start of the distance learning course. You will also find interactive learning assessments and other additional content for your course, as well as the opportunity to exchange ideas with other course participants. The materials are updated regularly and are available to you without restriction for 18 months. We are happy to offer you a free extension of 6 months if required.
Specialists from the areas of purchasing, logistics and supply chain management as well as (lateralnewcomers from other areas (e.g. production, controlling or IT) who want to systematically and flexibly build up or deepen specialist knowledge and skills for their role in purchasing.
Many professionals find that operational tasks such as order processing, supplier communication, and price comparisons take up most of their day, while strategic tasks such as risk analysis, supplier development, and long-term cost control often get neglected. This targeted program provides clarity on key roles in purchasing, combines operational security with strategic foresight, and helps to set clear priorities so that decisions not only benefit the short term but also have a lasting positive impact.
Risks such as supply bottlenecks, sudden price changes, or regulatory requirements can have a significant impact on processes and costs. A systematic approach to risk identification, prioritization, and management creates certainty for action. This allows preventive measures to be planned before disruptions become financial or organizational problems.
A graded certificate documents that specialist knowledge has been acquired in a structured and tested manner. It certifies professional competence, strategic understanding, and methodological confidence. Especially when competing for positions or internal development opportunities, a recognized certificate creates trust among decision-makers and increases visibility within your own company and on the job market.
A certificate and your designation as a "certified purchaser" with documented exam grades and a detailed overview of topics provide a transparent representation of your qualifications. This facilitates discussions about job responsibilities, salary development, or role changes because you have verifiable evidence instead of just subjective self-assessment.
For many professionals, the next step in their career is linked to more responsibility, larger budgets, or team leadership. Structured continuing education that combines operational know-how with strategic skills and concludes with a certificate creates the conditions for overcoming entry barriers and being recognized as a skilled professional.