Procurement & Contract Management
Procurement and Contract Management are crucial capabilities for both public sector and large private sector entities. There has never been a greater need to demonstrate value for money, incorporate sustainability considerations, undertake risk management, and align with strategic goals.
Emerging trends highlighted in the Wall Street Journal emphasise the pivotal role of supplier relationship management (SRM) procurement within corporate strategy amid supply chain volatility.
AcademyGlobal, as a leading training provider across public sector and private sector organisations, offers comprehensive locally and globally recognised workshops and qualifications in Procurement and Contract Management.
Our programs operate in collaboration with prestigious universities, international professional organisations, and industry associations. We serve as the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) study centre partner, facilitating CIPS Diploma and Advanced Diploma training in Australia, New Zealand, and Singapore. Our faculty members include FCIPS-designated experts with recognised procurement leadership experience across public and private domains.
In partnership with UQ Skills from the University of Queensland, AcademyGlobal delivers nationally recognised qualifications: the Diploma of Procurement and Contracting and the Advanced Diploma of Procurement and Contracting. These ASQA-registered qualifications feature meticulous design, delivery, and assessment components.
As observed by the BBC, the future holds great promise, with procurement’s influence increasingly shaping sustainable and social outcomes for public and private sectors alike.
Strategic Partners in Procurement & Contract Management Education
- UQ Skills (RTO #1511) University of Queensland – Delivery partner for PSP50616 Diploma and PSP60616 Advanced Diploma of Procurement and Contracting accredited programs.
- NSW Government & Queensland Government Training Programs – Collaborative delivery of procurement and contracting capability development for public sector professionals.
- Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS) – Approved study centre for CIPS Professional Qualifications in procurement and supply.
- Institute of Public Administration Australia (IPAA) – Partnership with IPAA NSW, IPAA Victoria, and IPAA ACT to deliver high-quality non-accredited public sector procurement and contracting training.
- Australasian Procurement and Construction Council (APCC)– Accredited course certification and participation in the APCC Procurement & Contracting Network; AcademyGlobal is a member of the APCC Procurement and Contracting Network.
Procurement and Contract Management Courses
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Insights from Our Procurement & Contract Management Learners
Procurement and Contract Management Market Insights
$2,698 Average Weekly Earnings*
Average full-time earnings of a Procurement and Contract Management role.
3.5% Employment Future Growth*
Procurement and Contract Management occupations are predicted to grow by 3.5% in 2026.
53,700 Currently Employed*
53,700 people are employed in Procurement and Contract Management roles as their main job in 2021.
*Labour Market Insights, 2021
Completion of a course within the procurement and contract management area can lead to future careers as procurement managers, contract administrators, supply chain analysts, procurement consultants, and vendor relationship managers in both public and private sectors. As extensive experience or a formal qualification is needed to work as a Procurement Manager (Labour Market Insights, 2022). The CIPS Diploma could be your path to greater opportunities within this sector.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the UQ Skills Public Sector Procurement qualifications?
The UQ Skills Public Sector Procurement qualifications are nationally recognised Australian qualifications designed specifically for professionals working in public sector procurement and contract management.
Delivered by UQ Skills, the Registered Training Organisation (RTO #1511) of The University of Queensland, in partnership with AcademyGlobal, these programs are aligned to Australian public sector legislation, policy frameworks, and governance requirements. They are built around real-world public sector procurement practice rather than private-sector theory.
Which qualifications are offered through UQ Skills and AcademyGlobal?
AcademyGlobal and UQ Skills deliver the following nationally recognised qualifications:
- PSP50616 Diploma of Procurement and Contracting
- PSP60616 Advanced Diploma of Procurement and Contracting
Both qualifications are part of the Public Sector Training Package (PSP) and are recognised across Commonwealth, state, territory, and local government agencies in Australia
Who are these qualifications designed for?
These qualifications are designed for:
- Public sector procurement and contract management professionals
- Staff working in Commonwealth, state, or local government agencies
- Professionals providing procurement advice within government
- Practitioners seeking formal qualifications aligned to public sector frameworks
They are particularly suited to those managing low-to-high value procurements, contracts, supplier relationships, and governance obligations in public sector environments
What will I learn in the PSP50616 Diploma of Procurement and Contracting?
The PSP50616 Diploma develops applied capability in public sector procurement and contracting, including:
- Procurement planning and decision-making
- Contract management and performance
- Procurement risk and compliance
- Negotiation and supplier engagement
- Budget, review, and governance processes
- Strategic sourcing and supply chain considerations
The program is delivered over 12 months through a blend of self-paced online learning and facilitator-led workshops, either virtual or in-person.
What will I learn in the PSP60616 Advanced Diploma of Procurement and Contracting?
The PSP60616 Advanced Diploma is designed for senior practitioners managing high-value, high-risk, and strategic procurements. It focuses on:
- Strategic procurement planning and coordination
- Complex contract and risk management
- Public sector financial and legislative frameworks
- Leadership, influence, and stakeholder engagement
- Strategic sourcing and supply chain governance
This program is delivered over 18 months using a blended learning model combining online learning and facilitated workshops.
Who delivers and teaches the PSP50616 Diploma of Procurement and Contracting?
The PSP50616 Diploma is delivered by AcademyGlobal’s senior procurement and contract management faculty, in partnership with UQ Skills (The University of Queensland).
AcademyGlobal’s procurement faculty are experienced practitioners who have held senior leadership and executive roles across Commonwealth, state, and local government, as well as large, complex commercial organisations. Faculty bring deep, hands-on experience in:
- Public sector procurement and contracting
- Strategic sourcing and supplier management
- Contract performance and risk management
- Governance, ethics, and legislative compliance
- Negotiation and commercial decision-making
Many facilitators hold CIPS Fellow (FCIPS) or MCIPS status, advanced academic qualifications, and have led procurement functions within major government agencies and regulated industries.
This practitioner-led approach ensures the program goes beyond theory, enabling participants to apply learning directly to real public sector procurement challenges, policy frameworks, and operating environments.
Is this program externally certified or recognised?
Yes. The UQ Skills procurement qualifications delivered with AcademyGlobal are recognised by the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS), providing significant exemptions toward CIPS professional qualifications.
Graduates of the PSP50616 Diploma receive the maximum exemptions toward the CIPS Level 4 Diploma, needing to complete only two modules to gain the CIPS qualification.
Graduates of the PSP60616 Advanced Diploma are eligible for further exemptions toward the CIPS Level 5 Advanced Diploma
The PSP50616 Diploma is also certified by the Australasian Procurement & Construction Council (APCC), confirming alignment with nationally recognised public sector procurement capability standards.
I am not currently working in public sector procurement. Can I still enrol?
Yes. If you are not currently working in a public sector procurement role, AcademyGlobal offers a Public Sector Procurement Bridging Course designed to prepare you for entry into the PSP50616 Diploma.
This bridging course builds foundational public sector knowledge and enables eligible participants to proceed into the Diploma:
https://academyglobal.com/upcoming-programs/35-public-sector-procurement-bridging-course/
I work in NSW Government. Which pathway should I follow?
If you are employed within NSW Government, you should enrol through the NSW Treasury procurement training pathway, delivered in partnership with AcademyGlobal and UQ Skills.
Available options range from:
- Applied Procurement and Contracting (non-accredited, intermediate level)
- PSP50616 Diploma of Procurement and Contracting
- PSP60616 Advanced Diploma of Procurement and Contracting
Further information and enrolment are available via the NSW Government training portal:
I work in Queensland Government. Which pathway applies to me?
For Queensland Government employees, UQ Skills and AcademyGlobal are the delivery partners for the Queensland Government Procurement Certification Program (PCP).
The PCP is a four-level certification framework aligned to procurement complexity and risk:
- Level 1 (Fundamentals) – low value / low risk procurements
- Level 2 (Intermediate) – low-to-medium value / low risk procurements
- Level 3 (Advanced) – medium-to-high value / medium risk procurements
- Leads to the Diploma of Procurement and Contracting
- Level 4 (Strategic) – high value / high risk procurements
- Leads to the Advanced Diploma of Procurement and Contracting
On successful completion of each level, participants receive a Certificate, and completion of Levels 3 and 4 results in nationally recognised qualifications.
Upcoming programs and enrolment details are available at:
- https://uqskills.uq.edu.au/programs/business-leadership/procurement-certification-program-level-1
- https://uqskills.uq.edu.au/programs/business-leadership/procurement-certification-program-level-2
- https://uqskills.uq.edu.au/programs/business-leadership/procurement-certification-program-level-3
- https://uqskills.uq.edu.au/programs/business-leadership/procurement-certification-program-level-4
I work in Commonwealth, state, or local government outside NSW or QLD. How do I enrol?
If you are working in Commonwealth, state, or local government (outside NSW or QLD-specific frameworks), you can enrol directly into UQ Skills qualifications delivered with AcademyGlobal via:
- PSP50616 Diploma of Procurement and Contracting
https://uqskills.uq.edu.au/programs/business-leadership/diploma-procurement-and-contracting - PSP60616 Advanced Diploma of Procurement and Contracting
https://uqskills.uq.edu.au/programs/business-leadership/advanced-diploma-procurement-and-contracting
Why study UQ Skills procurement qualifications with AcademyGlobal?
Students choose AcademyGlobal and UQ Skills for:
- Public sector–specific curriculum
- Nationally recognised qualifications
- Strong alignment to government policy and legislation
- Pathways to CIPS global credentials
- Delivery by experienced public sector practitioners
- Proven partnerships with NSW and QLD Governments