The role of a purchasing department in the performance of an organization: a case study of Tana Delta Irrigation Project (TDIP)

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2010-07
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Kampala International University; College of Economics and management
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This research paper sought to analyze the roles of the purchasing department on the performance of an organization. The focus was on Tana Delta Irrigation Project (TDIP). The introduction gives an overview of what the purchasing department is, and how it may be of great importance to any organization: the roles and challenges of the purchasing department. The literature review gives a general overview of the procurement department, finance department, production, efficiency, quality management and performance. The research methodology and design capture the methods of data collection used, population sampling and details of data collected. Data was collected from TDIP staff using convenient sampling methods. Information was gathered using personally administered questionnaires, interviews and observations. Secondary data collected was also used. Data analysis relates the data collected to the research questions and objectives. Thought is I was able to analyze the roles of the purchasing department on the performance of an organization. The last section covers the summary of the study, conclusions and recommendations. It also covers the limitations of the study and areas of further study.
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A research dissertation submitted to the School of Business and Management in partial fulfillment of the requirements for a Bachelor of Supplies and Procurement Degree of Kampala International University.
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Purchasing, Organizational performance
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