Hocking Technical College Purchasing, Procurement, Acquisitions and Contracts Management Degree, Major and Program Information

A program that prepares individuals to manage and/or administer the processes by which a firm or organization contracts for goods and services to support its operations, as well as contracts it to sell to other firms or organizations. Includes instruction in contract law, negotiations, buying procedures, government contracting, cost and price analysis, vendor relations, contract administration, auditing and inspection, relations with other firm departments, and applications to special areas such as high-technology systems, international purchasing, and construction. Find colleges offering purchasing, procurement, acquisitions and contracts management degree.

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Administrative Services Managers
Job Description
Plan, direct, or coordinate supportive services of an organization, such as recordkeeping, mail distribution, telephone operator/receptionist, and other office support services. May oversee facilities planning and maintenance and custodial operations. Read more about administrator services manager in our career profile section.
Projections
- Total Employment (2008): 259,400
- Total Employment Projected (2018): 291,700
- Percent Job Growth: 32.30%
Purchasing Managers
Job Description
Plan, direct, or coordinate the activities of buyers, purchasing officers, and related workers involved in purchasing materials, products, and services. Read more about purchasing managers in our career profile section.
Projections
- Total Employment (2008): 70,300
- Total Employment Projected (2018): 71,400
- Percent Job Growth: 1.10%
Agents and Business Managers of Artists, Performers, and Athletes
Job Description
Represent and promote artists, performers, and athletes to prospective employers. May handle contract negotiation and other business matters for clients. Read more about talent agents in our career profile section.
Projections
- Total Employment (2008): 22,700
- Total Employment Projected (2018): 27,800
- Percent Job Growth: 5.10%
Business Teachers, Postsecondary
Job Description
Teach courses in business administration and management, such as accounting, finance, human resources, labor relations, marketing, and operations research. Read more about postsecondary business teachers in our career profile section.