CIPS Level 4 Diploma in Procurement and Supply (3).

Study Options Available

Home learning or study, distance learning, flexible study, supported study and professional workplace learning available. Study at home, at work or a mix of both, at a time and place that fits your personal needs.

What are the qualifications about?

The CIPS Diploma in Procurement and Supply is a vocationally related qualification, and has been accredited by the Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulator (Ofqual) in the UK.

Who are they for?

The CIPS Diploma in Procurement and Supply course enables students to gain knowledge and skills in purchasing and supply chain management to develop solutions to unpredictable problems, evaluate and use information to develop effective strategies, show effective judgement skills in planning activity and meet quality standards.

Course summary

This Foundation Diploma ideal for those who are experienced in the field of purchasing and supply and a sound route towards gaining chartered membership status via the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply.

Course Content

• Business needs in Procurement and Supply
• Managing Contracts and relationships in Procurement and supply
• Contexts of Procurement and Supply
• Sourcing in Procurement and supply
• Negotiation and Contracting in Procurement and Supply

Assessment

1 exam per module which are normally sat either March or November each year (Other dates are available). Students can opt to take any exam or a combination of exams in line with personal preferences.

Typical study methods include the following:

Classroom Based - attend one of our programmes delivered at our Sunderland offices.

Flexible Study - where one of our key members of staff will, following induction help you develop a study plan that fits your personal and work commitments thus allowing you to achieve the qualification you are looking for. Here your tutor will work with you via post, email, telephone, Skype and via our on-line learning resource platform. Helping you complete CIPS approved / recommended study books, pre-set work and on-line activities. These are submitted for marking and full guidance in line with your agreed study plan. As exam periods come closer we help you get ready for same via issuing, marking and giving constructive feedback on practice exam papers set by CIPS.

A Mix or Hybrid Programme - In addition to the above flexible study method a mix or hybrid programme is available. Via your agreed study plan arrange to meet with one of our tutors on a regular basis as and when required. Typically this is often every 2 or 3 weeks. Go through areas you need additional help with or guidance on with an assigned tutor. Tutor support is available worldwide. Ask about our FREE SKYPE facility which brings tutors and learners together throughout the world. All you need is access to a suitable computer. Study at a place, time and pace that suits you. Start when it is best for you.

Free taster sessions available. Unit by unit approach also available - as for details and unit prices.

Prices include: Unlimited tutor input, and support outside normal working hours, SOS help, access to our on-line learning platform, all study material, CIPS approved workbooks.

Why not ring us on 0845-4745005 for a no obligation discussion about this programme? We are here to help you make the right choice! Or visit our site for further information.