This course is designed for those considering a career in public sector supply management, including public, quasi-public, not-for-profit, and private organizations. This is a participatory course using the prescribed text, sample by-laws, Internet and current information sources. Topics include: source of authority and funding, public buying, bidding processes, legal and ethical issues, trends, and e-commerce. Included is current theory, cases, information and practices to be applied in public sector organizations that support society’s needs. (Formerly MGT 807) Lect: 3 hrs. Prerequisite: GMS 701 or MGT 701 or GMS 801 or MGT 801 Course Weight: 1.00 Billing Units: 1
