Public Procurement Governance and Management (Graduate Diploma)

This Diplôme d'études supérieures spécialisées (DESS) is a 30-credit graduate diploma focused on the governance and management of public procurement. It covers balancing price, quality and delivery timelines in procurement decisions, complying with the regulatory framework that governs public purchasing, and meeting government objectives for public procurement, including sustainable development and social responsibility considerations. The programme is designed for professionals responsible for procurement, contracting or supply-chain functions in public and parapublic organizations. Classes are offered mainly at ENAP's Quebec City campus, with some courses available at a distance through the institution's online learning platform. The DESS does not confer an academic grade; it is a professional credential rather than a research-oriented degree, intended for practitioners who want formal training in public procurement governance without pursuing a full master's programme.