CIPS Level 4 Diploma in Procurement and Supply - Manchester (Eves)

Foundation degree

In Manchester

£ 2,099 + VAT

Description

  • Type

    Foundation degree

  • Location

    Manchester

  • Duration

    1 Year

  • Start date

    Different dates available

The CIPS Diploma is the first of first of three diploma qualifications required by purchasing, procurement and supply professionals looking to achieve MCIPS status. MCIPS qualified professionals not only demand higher salaries, but they are also regarded as being at the top of their game. From a business perspective, employing CIPS/MCIPS qualified professionals puts your organisation in a much stronger position.

Facilities

Location

Start date

Manchester (Greater Manchester)
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Free Trade Hall, Peter Street, M2 5GP

Start date

Different dates availableEnrolment now open

About this course

Successful completion of the Level 4 Diploma provides a route for progression onto the CIPS Level 5 Advanced Diploma and finally the CIPS Level 6 Professional Diploma. On successful completion of the Diploma, Advanced and Professional diplomas and in conjunction with three years’ professional experience in a role of responsibility in procurement and supply, you may apply for full membership of CIPS to use the designatory letters MCIPS after your name. You will also be invited to formally graduate at the annual CIPS Graduation Ceremony.

The CIPS Diploma in Procurement and Supply is ideal for those who have previous business experience or qualifications in procurement, purchasing or supply chain operations. On successful completion of Levels 4, 5 and 6 you may apply for full membership of CIPS and use the designatory letters MCIPS after your name. It’s what companies and employers are now looking for.

This is the entry point to the CIPS Diploma qualifications and requires a minimum of two A Levels or the CIPS Level 3 Advanced Certificate. Alternatively you need a minimum of two years’ experience in a business environment.

This course provides a valuable management tool for those moving into junior and middle management procurement roles or those supervising the procurement function. It focuses on organisational procedures and processes including negotiation, planning, risk management and data analysis.

CIPS Diploma in Procurement and Supply

Throughout the world CIPS qualifications are acknowledged as the industry standard; driving leading edge thinking and professionalism in procurement. MCIPS is recognised worldwide as the standard for procurement professionals. As a result, demand for CIPS qualifications is growing on a daily basis.

On receipt of your enquiry, one of our experienced friendly team will be in touch, usually within 24 hours (excluding weekends).

No. This programme is made up of a total of 20 evening classes throughout the duration of the course, i.e. 4 evening classes per module with a total of 5 modules.

Assessments are via 5 x 3 hour written assessments with a pass mark of 50%. On completion of your first module you will take your first exam, then move onto the next module and so on.

Not at all. We deliver all our programmes on a rolling basis, meaning students can start their own journey at the start of any module.

Chamber Business Training is the leading Centre of Excellence for the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply. Our students' exam results are higher than the national averages, student feedback is consistently excellent and we have a student retention rate of 97%.

All our tutors are MCIPS qualified practitioners and our student support is second to none. We have 8 study centres across the country, 6 of which are also official CIPS examination centres, for private use by our students only.

Each of our centres offer different classroom options, from full days to evening or weekend programmes. For students who are unable to attend classes we also offer a range of distance learning options too, all with dedicated tutor support.

As one of our students you will be given complimentary access to Moodle, our online student resources portal. From there you can download useful student resources including all the past examination papers right back to 2013, along with the corresponding Principal Marker's Reports. You will also have access to additional learning aids such as mind maps, exam matrices, revision guides, webinars, etc.

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Subjects

  • Procurement Management
  • CIPS
  • Supply Chain Logistics
  • Purchasing and logistics management
  • Contracts
  • Project Management
  • Negotiation Skills
  • Contract Law
  • Operations Management
  • Leadership

Teachers and trainers (1)

John Bellamy MCIPS

John Bellamy MCIPS

CIPS Tutor

Course programme

This course consists of the following five units:

  • CIPS Unit D1 – Contexts of Procurement and Supply
  • CIPS Unit D2 – Business Needs in Procurement and Supply
  • CIPS Unit D3 – Sourcing in Procurement and Supply
  • CIPS Unit D4 – Negotiating and Contracting in Procurement and Supply
  • CIPS Unit D5 – Managing Contracts and Relationships in Procurement and Supply

CIPS Level 4 Diploma in Procurement and Supply - Manchester (Eves)

£ 2,099 + VAT