BSB50120
Diploma of Business (Procurement) (BSB50120) Online
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Increase your procurement skill-set and ready yourself for the next opportunity in your procurement career with a Diploma of Business (Procurement) online. Develop, implement and review procurement strategies and learn to analyse your organisation’s procurement data and information. With graduate outcomes in a diverse range of industries, job opportunities include procurement officer, contract manager, category manager and supplier relations manager.
Plan your study around your work and life – not the other way around. With no scheduled classes or tutorials to attend, you can study at your own pace, and complete the Diploma in your own time. Start putting your learning into practice almost immediately, with workplace-based assessments, and course content designed for the modern workplace.
Partnering with our Learning Coaches for one-on-one support, we’ll guide you through the course and provide you with the keys to your own success.
Get started today and try us out risk-free for 30 days*.
- 100% online, self-paced study,
- Study for how long you want, when you want,
- Fit your study time around your lifestyle – not the other way around,
- No need to attend scheduled classes or tutorials,
- No strict or unreasonable deadlines to meet,
- Payment plans that can be tailored to your budget,
- Generous 24-month enrolment period, with free course extension and deferral options.

Real outcomes
- 96% of our students surveyed said they achieved their study goal – you can too.
- Our commitment to helping you achieve real-world results.
- Receive two FREE short courses for furthering or achieving your goals.
Course Details
Units
Get job-ready with industry relevant units designed to help you succeed
As a result of completing your online Diploma of Business (Procurement), you’ll be able to confidently understand and apply the most appropriate procurement strategy for your business. We’ve hand-selected these 12 units to align your skills with industry expectations.
CODE | PROGRAM |
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BSBXCM501 | Lead communication in the workplace |
BSBCRT511 | Develop critical thinking in others |
BSBSUS511 | Develop workplace policies and procedures for sustainability |
BSBOPS501 | Manage business resources |
BSBPRC502 | Manage supplier relationships |
BSBPRC504 | Manage a supply chain |
BSBSTR502 | Facilitate continuous improvement |
BSBPRC505 | Manage ethical procurement strategy |
BSBINS512 | Monitor business records systems |
BSBFIN501 | Manage budgets and financial plans |
PSPPCM008 | Manage contract performance |
PSPPCM009 | Finalise contracts |
Duration
Our courses are 100% online and are self-paced.
This means you can choose to study on a more intense time schedule, or just fit it around your lifestyle when you can.
The course can be completed in as little as 12 months with a full-time study load or in 14 -16 months on a part-time study load, but we allow a generous 24-month standard course enrolment duration.
We provide engaging tutorials, industry-relevant assessments and work-ready learning outcomes.
- Complete the course your way – at your own time, pace and convenience
- You win from the start with no classes, no rush hour dash or parking hassles
- Tutorials are easily navigated and the order can be adapted to your priorities
- Unit quizzes serve to demonstrate knowledge obtained
- You receive a personal learning plan and regular feedback and personal assistance from our experienced facilitators
- Learning occurs on the job and you can apply your knowledge while you study for immediate results
Depending on your current skills and amount of experience you have, you may qualify for Recognition of Prior Learning and be eligible for course acceleration.
Study pathways
Get ahead in your career with:
There are more options for career advancement available after securing a Diploma of Business (Procurement). Many students choose to complete a Double Diploma or go onto complete further study such as:
Entry and study requirements
Study requirements
To be eligible to enrol in our online qualifications, our students are required to:- Be 18 years or older at the time of registration.
- Demonstrate the required level of competency in English language, literacy, and numeracy skills.
Technical requirements
You will need regular access to a laptop or desktop computer with the following:- An adequate and reliable internet connection.
- The equivalent of Microsoft Office with word-processing capabilities and spreadsheets.
- A PDF reader installed.
- Full permissions to install and access third-party software as required.
- Brightspace D2L – our learning management system (LMS) platform.
- Zoom – our video call platform.
- Respondus – our quiz assessment platform.
- Vimeo –- our video embedding platform.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
Get credit for demonstrated skills and knowledge
If you have extensive experience in the industry with a high level of knowledge, competency and ability, you may be eligible for RPL.
This process may enable you to get unit credits for competencies you’ve already demonstrated so you can fast-track your qualification.
Learn more about Recognition of Prior Learning here or contact us to see what you might qualify for.
Fees and payment options
Payment Plan | Payment Amount | Payment Plan Length | Total Amount Paid |
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Discounted Upfront Fee* | $1495 + $123.52/mo | Upfront Deposit + 17 Months | $3595 |
52 x Weekly Payments | $77 | 52 Weeks | $4004 |
26 x Fortnightly Payments | $154 | 52 Weeks | $4004 |
12 x Monthly Payments | $330 | 12 Months | $3960 |
78 x Weekly Payments | $52 | 78 Weeks | $4056 |
39 x Fortnightly Payments | $104 | 78 Weeks | $4056 |
18 x Monthly Payments | $224 | 18 Months | $4032 |
*Please note: The College for Adult Learning’s obligations as an RTO include taking actions to protect your fees. These protections exist to ensure that you can enrol with confidence. The principal protection which is provided to you is a pre-paid fee limit; CAL will never require you to pay more than $1,500 in advance and will never allow your advance payment balance to rise above $1,500.
**In conformance with the protections and to make our course fees more accessible to our students, you will only be required to pay $1495 at the time of registration, with a $123.52 recurring monthly payment debited for the next 17 months, equalling a total payment of $3594.84
- saving you up to 11.37% off the normal payment plan fees.
FEE-HELP and VET Loans
In order to maintain the high quality training we’re so proud of, we are not affiliated with FEE-HELP schemes or VET Student Loans, and remain a Fee For Service provider. We understand the financial pressure and concerns that come with undertaking study, so we keep our prices highly competitive and offer flexible payment plans to suit all budgets and lifestyles. Don’t hesitate to contact us on 1300 907 870 to discuss a flexible plan that suits your budgetFrequently asked questions
What is the diploma in procurement?
The Diploma of Business (Procurement) (BSB50120) is a qualification for professionals working mainly in the supply chain industry looking to upskill into procurement roles such as Purchasing Manager, Procurement Manager, Category Manager or others. This diploma is a Nationally Recognised qualification in Australia and is internationally respected. The procurement diploma online teaches in-demand technical skills including managing business resources, business records, budgets, contracts and financial plans, developing sustainability procedures and more. Procurement professionals undertaking this course are able to develop essential soft skills in critical thinking, managing supplier relationships, workplace communication and facilitating continuous improvement. It is recommended for professionals to have some procurement or supply chain job role experience before undertaking the online procurement diploma.
How long does the diploma in procurement take?
A diploma in procurement can take approximately 12 months to complete if studying full-time. The duration of your qualification is also dependent on how many hours you put in each week to study, however at CAL all students are offered a generous 24-month self-paced enrolment period to complete their online procurement diploma qualifications.
Can I do the procurement qualification online?
You can study the procurement qualification online successfully with the right qualification provider. Studying online means no compulsory classes and the freedom to study on your terms. Studying the diploma of procurement online is ideal for working professionals who need to fit study around their busy lifestyle. At CAL, all courses are delivered 100% online, and completely self-paced. Make your way through the units with clear tutorials, supporting content, as well as regular checkpoints to test and strengthen your learning along the way.
What can I do with a business procurement diploma?
The Diploma of Business (Procurement) (BSB50120) is a qualification that will allow you to pursue higher management roles within the various supply chain sectors, but also pursue procurement roles in business as the roles of procurement change in the modern world of work. Traditionally, procurement has always existed as a function within the supply chain sector, however, with more and more businesses going global, there are opportunities for procurement professionals to secure these roles in business spending. There is a lot you can do with a business procurement diploma as the transferable skills learnt within the qualification are crucial to almost any supply chain sector, business or management role. With a diploma in procurement, you can confidently pursue management roles such as Purchasing Manager, Procurement Manager or Category Manager. By undertaking this qualification online, you can continue to work in your current job role whilst upskilling with business management skills to further your procurement career.
What is the difference between procurement and purchasing?
The difference between procurement and purchasing is that procurement is the process of getting the goods and services for the company. In the overall supply chain process, the procurement function stops once the company has possession of the goods. Purchasing is a sub-set function of procurement, it refers only to the buying of goods or services and includes receiving and payment steps. These two functions work closely together as purchasing is a part of procurement. Purchasing managers work closely with procurement managers and vice versa. Working in procurement means having skills and knowledge related to purchasing functions to ensure success in the overall procurement process.
What qualifications do you need for procurement?
For a successful procurement career, a qualification like the Diploma of Business (Procurement) (BSB50120) is the best way to develop in-demand technical skills and knowledge, paired with the essential soft skills necessary for higher-level management roles. After completing a fundamental qualification like the online procurement diploma, procurement professionals pursuing senior supply chain management roles strongly benefit from undertaking a leadership diploma to further develop management skills and stand out from the competitive job market.
What are three careers in procurement?
Rewarding careers in procurement can exist in a variety of supply chain sectors and businesses. A procurement manager position is a vital role and has responsibilities in procuring goods and services for organisations. A key part of a procurement managers role is looking after supplier relationships – this means keeping track of current costs and supplier relationship value, and sourcing potential new suppliers. Procurement managers also assess the total costs of company purchases, and continually develop strategies for procuring and distributing goods or services. The average annual salary for a procurement manager starts at $98,000 (Job Outlook).
Category managers usually have a particular part of the supply chain process they manage and often (depending on the size of the company) report to the purchasing or procurement manager. Category managers look after detailed aspects within projects and also have responsibilities in data management and analysis. Category managers have a more hands-on role, they understand the daily operations of the front-level workforce and can solve daily operational issues. The average annual salary for a category manager is around $98,000 (Seek).
Purchasing Managers are similar to procurement managers but responsibilities lie within a subset of the procurement process – the actual buying of goods and services. Purchasing managers look after all payments and must have strong financial skills. Purchasing managers work with different departments and have a mixture of skills and abilities from product knowledge to sales skills and relationship management skills. Depending on the size of the company, the average annual salary for purchasing managers is around $72,000 (Job Outlook).
Are procurement jobs in demand?
Procurement job roles are in high demand with procurement manager jobs projected to have strong growth in the next 5 years as well as approximately 6000 new jobs to be created in the Australian distribution and procurement industry (Job Outlook). Procurement professionals are an integral part of the supply chain and help to ensure efficient and effective operations within the supply chain process.

































































Course Outcomes
Real Outcomes Guarantee
- 96% of our students surveyed said they achieved their study goal - you can too.
- Our commitment to helping you achieve real-world results.
- Receive two FREE short courses for furthering or achieving your goals.
Real outcomes are part of our ongoing work to support you as you take the next step in your career. Our team, assessments, and feedback are all focused on helping you in your career, not just passing your course.
Our Learning Coaches are industry veterans and supportive mentors who will help you complete your studies. Their assessment feedback is designed to reflect on-the-job and industry expectations, giving you more than just a competent result.
Nationally Recognised Training
Get a nationally recognised and respected qualification
Adding a nationally accredited qualification to your arsenal will show potential employers that you’re serious about succeeding in your Purchasing career.
You’ll study standardised, industry-relevant units that will encourage you to apply your knowledge and learning in real-world situations and gain real, job-ready skills.
Awarded by the Australian Government, this Diploma of Business (Procurement) (BSB50120) is recognised and respected nationally so there’s nothing left standing in your road to success.
- The diploma course is designed in consultation with industry experts to give you the skills necessary to be a successful Procurement Professional.
- Make smart procurement decisions backed by proven best practices and manage the supply chain process from budgeting through to reporting and recording inventory and inflow/outflow performance.
- Practical applications and assessments based on workplace evidence.
- The skills taught within the course have been structured to give you superior flexibility when applying them in the workplace
- A qualification you can trust.
Career opportunities
Invest in your career with a qualification
Procurement professionals are involved in all aspects of the company’s business, from product sourcing, finding cost savings, corporate strategy to production. Some common industries demanding skilled procurement managers are retail stores, manufacturing, FMCG, car dealerships, and many others.
In-Demand skills for a Procurement Manager
The Modern Procurement Professional
This course is designed to give you the skills needed to understand and apply the most appropriate procurement strategy for your business. Procurement work can be challenging, ranging from fostering relationships with suppliers to build strong partnerships, through to maximising your supply chain efficiency with the available resources.
Through completing this diploma you will be able to:
- Understand and apply the most appropriate procurement strategy for your business
- Foster positive partnerships with suppliers
- Budget and plan for new and existing strategies and products
- Understand how to find inefficiencies in the supply chain and address them going forward
- Make smart procurement decisions backed by proven best practices
- Manage inventory and business records systems
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