CIPS Diploma in Procurement and Supply –

Level 4

The Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS) offers professional tailored and
open programmes designed to meet with the exacting demands of the procurement
profession.

The New Diploma in Procurement and Supply – Level 4 – is ideal for those who have
previous business experience or qualifications in procurement and supply chain, and for
those who are looking to progress into management.

This CIPS qualification aims to give individuals insight into best practices, improve efficiency
and effectiveness, make effective use of information, and develop their decision-making
skills. The CIPS Diploma, together with the 'Advanced' and 'Professional' courses is the most
common route to reach full membership status – MCIPS.

Overview

CIPS works closely with global industry partners in procurement and supply chain
management, to develop professional qualifications that train buyers in current and emerging
best practices.

The new CIPS Diploma training 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

Equivalent to first year degree or HNC, NVQ Level 4.

Entry Requirements

Successful completion of CIPS Level 3 Advanced Certificate, or CIPS Level 3 Certificate in

Procurement and supply operations, or the CIPS International Certificate.

Alternatively, 2 years’ relevant work experience OR two A-level qualifications

Chamber Business Training

In 2008, Chamber Business Training launched a brand new CIPS training development
programme across Lancashire. Since then, Chamber Business Training has grown
significantly, going from strength to strength. Chamber Business Training has opened a
further nine CIPS Study Centres across the country, and embarked on CIPS via distance
learning.
Chamber Business Training has outstanding public and private sector experience, and a list
of clients they are extremely proud to work with. These include the NHS, BAE, Lancashire
Constabulary, Crown Paints, Network Rail, HSBC, Manchester City Council, Sheffield City
Council, Rotherham Borough Council, Northern Rail, Findel, and The Skills Funding Agency.
Chamber Business Training and its training partner, Salford Professional Development
Ltd, are extremely confident that if your company has a need for CIPS or procurement
training together we can supply a programme to meet their requirements.
We also offer a range of one/two day masterclasses that can also constitute a part of the
continuing professional development (CPD) for buyers and associated staff.
Chamber Business Training and Salford Professional Development Ltd regularly work in
partnership with clients to develop bespoke CIPS in-house training solutions. We also offer
post-training support if required.

Delegates and Agenda

People who would benefit from attendance on the CIPS Diploma in Procurement and Supply
– Level 4 include: buyers who are looking to progress into management, and those with
previous qualifications and experience.

Learning Outcomes

The Diploma in Procurement and Supply addresses:

• Planning and forecasting for future demand

• Forward planning for contract development
• Negotiating volumes, margins and standards
• Creating and controlling specifications
• Contract management

It also covers:

• The supply market and chain

• Negotiating with suppliers
• Conflict resolution and performance review

If you are interested in learning more about this CIPS programme, or other CIPS
programmes available, please contact us on 0845 431 0433 or cpd@salford.ac.uk