CIPS Level 5 – Advanced Diploma in Procurement & Supply (Chartered Institute of Purchasing & Supply)
Who is the course for?
The Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS) exists to promote and develop high standards of professional skill, ability and integrity among all those engaged in purchasing and supply chain management. CIPS assists individuals, organisations and the profession as a whole.
This Level 5 Advanced Diploma in Purchasing and Supply is for those who have already completed the Level 4 Foundation Diploma and now wish to progress on to further study or learn in more depth about the issues and theories surrounding Purchasing and Supply.
This level provides senior buyers and contract and supply chain managers with the expertise to improve organisational procurement and to fulfil organisational objectives. It gives you the knowledge base to reduce cost, improve quality, manage the supply chain and deal with legal issues.
What will I study?
This level has five units (stated below). This course aims to build on level 4 with a view to progression into a managerial or specialist role. You’ll be provided with practical and theoretical understanding of the issues affecting business and the Purchasing and Supply chain function in both public and private sector industries. There will be two intakes for Level 5 – September and January.
The college will be delivering the following modules from September 2013. The level 5 course runs from 1pm – 5pm and is delivered on a Wednesday in the University Centre on the main campus in Blackburn.
Module 1: Management in Procurement & Supply
Module 2: Managing Risks in Supply Chains
Module 3: Improving the Competitiveness of Supply Chains
Module 4/5: Modules 4 & 5 are to be confirmed however will be either: Category Management in Procurement & Supply, Sustainability in Supply Chains or Operations Management in Supply Chains
Detailed course content can be found at this link: http://www.cips.org/en-GB/Qualifications/Qualifications-review-2013/ or we can email it to you in PDF form by request.
Once you have been awarded a place, you will, in due course, need to complete the CIPS Registration Membership document and this can be found at: http://www.cips.org/membership/joinonline. This needs to be submitted directly to CIPS with the registration fees which are also detailed (You can also register online at this link).
If you have completed some CIPS modules already and are unsure where to start, please contact the course leader Mike Keane – m.keane@blackburn.ac.uk or alternatively contact CIPS directly (www.cips.org) who will be able to advise you.
How will the course be delivered?
The course will be delivered in the University Centre on the main campus in Blackburn, on Wednesdays from 1pm to 5pm
Course Entry Criteria
You will already have completed the CIPS Level 4 Diploma in Procurement & Supply. You also need to obtain membership with CIPS.
The college operates a no refunds policy as detailed below. Cancellations and transfer requests are subject to the following conditions:
• More than 4 weeks notice – no charge
• 4 weeks notice – 30% of the cost
• 2-3 weeks notice – 50% of the cost
• 1-2 weeks notice – 75% of the cost
• Less than 1 weeks notice – 100% of the cost
All cancellations must be made in writing and are subject to a £10 administration charge. The full fee’s policy is available on request.
What will I get at the end of the course?
You will receive a Level 5 Advanced Diploma in Procurement nd Supply from CIPS.
What can I do next?
You can progress onto CIPS Level 6 Professional Diploma in Purchasing and Supply or may move on to a specialist role in a Purchasing and Supply related function.
How much does it cost?
The course fee is £1,975 per year (excluding exam fees and registration fees, which are paid directly to CIPS) (prices subject to change)
Course dates
The course will run from September 2013 – May 2014. Contact us to place your details on our waiting list.
Starbucks with the CIPS team……Friday mornings…..Come and meet Mike and Lucy, have a look around our facilities and find out more about the CIPS courses on offer. Contact Janine on 01254 29-25-00 or email at info@training-people.co.uk to arrange a Starbucks and a chat!
To find out more…
Email The Training People at Blackburn College or call us on 01254 292500.
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Please note: Our courses are delivered on site at the main campus and/or off site at one of our dedicated Business Suites
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