Welcome to Purchasing 101!

Recently Updated: This training has been refreshed with the latest procurement policies and procedures.

The University of Rhode Island Purchasing Department is committed to ensuring that every procurement decision supports the University’s mission while maintaining compliance with State laws, Board of Trustees regulations, and University policies.

Who Should Take This Training?

All new employees who will serve as a Requester or Approver are required to complete Purchasing 101 before gaining access to the Purchasing module in PeopleSoft and RhodyBuy. We also strongly encourage all URI Faculty and Staff to take this training to develop a comprehensive understanding of procurement at the University. Since the training has been recently updated with the latest procurement policies and procedures, it’s an excellent refresher for existing employees as well.

How to Enroll- Brightspace

Purchasing 101 Training is available through Brightspace for self-enrollment. To enroll, click on Discover in the navbar and search for “Purchasing 101 Training.” Select the course from the search results, and on the course details page, click Enroll in Course. You’ll then have immediate access to the Purchasing 101 Training. 

Quiz Requirements

To complete Purchasing 101 Training, you must pass the quiz with a score of 100%. You have two attempts to achieve this score. Once you pass, Brightspace will send you a confirmation email with next steps. Please note that emails are processed on the hour, so there may be a brief delay before you receive your notification.