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Procurement Methods (ABPL90327)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5Not available in 2020
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Overview
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The subject exposes students to construction procurement in a broad sense, by articulating and examining the legal and functional links between multiple contracting parties in project delivery. Different procurement methods with their associated contract types are introduced, and the theories and principles governing their selection discussed. To this end, decision support system tools that can facilitate the selection process are introduced and practiced with case studies. Ethics in procurement, public procurement concerns and strategies, as well as international differences in the use of procurement methods, are also covered.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of the subject, students should be able:
- To build an appreciation of the key issues in construction procurement;
- To provide a clear understanding of the structure, process and characteristics of different construction procurement methods;
- To provide the theories, principle and tools required in selecting the right procurement method (client’s perspective);
- To provide the theories, principles and tools in making go/no-go decision and addressing various requests regarding different construction procurement methods (contractor’s perspective).
Generic skills
At the completion of the subject students should have developed the following skills and capabilities:
- Ability to appreciate the importance and key issues of construction procurement;
- Ability to understand the complexity of construction procurement;
- Ability to appreciate the trends in the application of various construction procurement methods; and
- Ability to understand the varying perspectives of contracting parties in project delivery.
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
Admission into the Master of Construction Management (200-pt Entry Points) MCCM-200EP
OR
Completion of:
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
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ABPL90335 | Contract Management | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
OR
Completion of the following 2 subjects:
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
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ABPL90313 | Management of Construction | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
ECON90015 | Managerial Economics |
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
None
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Assessment
Due to the impact of COVID-19, assessment may differ from that published in the Handbook. Students are reminded to check the subject assessment requirements published in the subject outline on the LMS
Description | Timing | Percentage |
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Class participation, demonstrating active involvement in a range of class activities and peer discussions | 10% | |
Assignment 1: Individual report focusing on the decision process for selecting the best procurement method for a project. Including articulation of common and innovative procurement strategies, applying critical analysis of the key factors (Product, Programme, Price) | Week 5 | 20% |
Assignment 2: Group assignment, a professional report focusing on the strategic approach (motivation for tendering and/or bidding) for one selected stakeholder in different procurement deliver methods. The report is equivalent to 1500 per group member and the class presentation is equivalent to 500 words per group member (report 30% + presentation 10%). Report Due week 11 and class presentation due week 12
| From Week 11 to Week 12 | 40% |
Examination equivalent to 2000 words demonstrating a critical analysis of the theories, principles and tools applied across a variety of construction procurement methods
| During the examination period | 30% |
Hurdle requirement: A minimum of 75% of attendance (in class and tutorials) | N/A |
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Dates & times
Not available in 2020
Time commitment details
170 Hours
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Further information
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This subject contributes to the following:
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- Available through the Community Access Program
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Entry requirements including prerequisites may apply. Please refer to the CAP applications page for further information.
- Available to Study Abroad and/or Study Exchange Students
This subject is available to students studying at the University from eligible overseas institutions on exchange and study abroad. Students are required to satisfy any listed requirements, such as pre- and co-requisites, for enrolment in the subject.
Last updated: 3 November 2022