Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS) Advanced Diploma

Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS) Advanced Diploma
Level 5 Advanced Diploma in Purchasing and Supply

Programme Code: MM5CF
Awarding Body: CIPS
Related Programme Areas: PURCHASING
MANAGEMENT

Who is the programme for? This programme is specifically aimed at those working in purchasing and supply and who have completed (or are exempt from) CIPS Level 4. Completion leads to Level 6 and membership of CIPS.

What will I study? There are five modules to complete at this level of study. They are : Management in the Purchasing Function; Risk Management and Supply Chain Vulnerability;Storage and Distribution; Operations Management in the Supply Chain and Improving Supply Chain Performance.

Entry to the Programme?

How is it assessed? All modules are assessed by CIPS externally set and marked examinations. CIPS examinations are held in November and May. Candidates must enrol directly with CIPS and pay the CIPS examination fee. Progression to the next level is dependent upon passing examinations.

Future prospects? Successful completion allows progression to Level 6 Graduate Diploma in Purchasing and Supply.

When will the programme start? The programme starts September 2009. Further entry points week commencing November 2009 and March 2010.

How long will it take? Completion time depends on mode of attendance-afternoon and evening, or afternoon OR evening only. There are three terms per year with two modules in term 1 and term 2 and one module in term 3. Attendance on an afternoon and evening basis would allow completion of all 5 modules in 9 months (September to May)

What about the Money? This programme is Full Cost. No fee remission is applicable. Fee - 650

How do I apply? Call Student Services for an appointment with a tutor.

Campus Address: Town Centre Campus