CIPS Advanced Certificate in Procurement and Supply
Advanced Certificate
£1075
plus VAT
Is it right for me?
This qualification is designed for those in an operational role who need the capability to carry out procurement and supply tasks. It is ideal for junior buyers and people with under 2 years’ experience. No former qualifications or professional experience are necessary to enrol on this programme. Successful completion of the Level 3 Advanced Certificate provides a route for progression on to the CIPS Level 4 Diploma, the CIPS Level 5 Advanced Diploma and finally the CIPS Level 6 Professional Diploma. It’s what businesses and employers are looking for.
What will I learn?
The CIPS Level 3 Advanced Certificate in Procurement and Supply Operations introduces candidates to a wide range of essential key skills, providing them with a sound understanding of the challenges facing professionals in the field of purchasing and supply chain management.
How am I taught?
The course is delivered through weekly teaching sessions based on session slides that supplement the course book and our comprehensive pass kit. The slides provide lots of additional supporting material and the kit likely questions and answers that are a shortcut to exam success.
There are usually 5 sessions per module. Recorded sessions are available for you to view as you wish.
The course timetable for 2020 is set out below
| Weekday Evenings 6.30pm – 8.30pm | Module | From w/c | To w/c | Exam Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| L3M2 Ethical Procurement and Supply | 14.09.20 | 09.11.20 | w/c 16.11.20 |
| L3M3 Contract Administration | 14.09.20 | 09.11.20 | w/c 16.11.20 |
| L3M4 Team Dynamics and Change | 23.11.20 | 23.11.20 | w/c 18.01.21 |
| L3M5 Socially responsible Procurement | 23.11.20 | 11.01.21 | w/c 18.01.21 |
| L3M1.Procurement and Supply Environments | 25.01.21 | 15.03.21 | w/c 22.03.21 |
The above programme rolls on into 2021
CIPS Advanced Certificate - Summer Class
| Module | From w/c | To w/c | Exam Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| L3M1.Procurement and Supply Environments | 27.07.20 | 14.09.20 | w/c 14.09.20 |
Our offer includes feedback on practice exam papers, individual ‘catch up’ tutorials for those who miss sessions and online access to session slides and example answers. We also provide a guaranteed pass whereby if clients are unfortunate enough to be unsuccessful in an exam ( our pass rates were 97% in the last exams we hasten to add!) we will continue to tutor them without charge.
How is my understanding assessed?
Assessment for each module is by multiple choice examination. We provide all the support necessary to make sure you are successful – including a guaranteed pass!
Can I view a teaching session?
We run ‘test drive’ sessions every week when the course is being taught. You are most welcome to come along to take part in a teaching session, meet with us and talk to our current clients . Just let us know when it would be convenient for you to come along.
What do I do to move things forward?
If you wish to move things forward we will send you a (short!) registration form for you to complete so we can confirm your place on the course.