CIPS LEVEL 4
Diploma in Procurement and Supply
April 2025
Online
CIPS Level 4 Diploma in Procurement and Supply is a vocationally related professional qualification. Formal recognition is included within the regulatory frameworks of an increasing number of countries such as the UK (England, Wales
and Northern Ireland), and UAE (including Dubai). Further information on this recognition and the details of corresponding qualifications levels for other international qualifications frameworks are detailed on CIPS website. CIPS members can have the confidence in our regulated qualifications, which reliably indicate the standard of knowledge, skills and understanding that you, as a learner, are required to demonstrate.
Who is it for?
- Logistics Manager
- Procurement Executive
- Supply Chain Executive
- Category Manager
- Contracts Officer / Manager
What will you learn?
You will learn about making procurement and supply happen within an organization, and you will be equipped with an essential range of knowledge and tools that you can apply immediately in your workplace.
Learn how to apply practical, theoretical and technical knowledge, gain a clear understanding of procurement and supply and develop the ability to address complex, non-routine problems. On completion, you will be able to analyze, interpret and evaluate relevant information and ideas and have an informed awareness of differing perspectives and approaches within the profession. You will also be able to review the effectiveness and appropriateness of methods, actions and results.
The Level 4 Diploma course comprises 8 Core Modules. Students must complete all 8 core modules to achieve the Diploma in Procurement & Supply.
- Module 1: Scope & Influence of Procurement & Supply
- Module 2: Defining Business Need
- Module 3: Commercial Contracting
- Module 4: Ethical and Responsible Sourcing
- Module 5: Commercial Negotiation
- Module 6: Supplier Relationships
- Module 7: Whole Life Asset Management
- Module 8: Procurement & Supply in Practice