CIPS
Level 3
QN: 603/3283/9
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CIPS Level 3 Advanced Certificate in Procurement and Supply Operations
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by CIPS. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 240 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 3
Awarding Body
CIPS
Syllabus Units
6 Units
Guided Hours
240 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Contract administration
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Describe the main administrative content and key tasks associated with commercial contracts
- Explain how to achieve competitive pricing and the role of negotiation in procurement and supply
- Describe how effective tendering is achieved
- Describe how to measure contract performance
2
Ethical procurement and supply
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Recognise the main techniques that can achieve added value and its contribution to organisational success
- Describe the main tasks associated with each stage of the sourcing process
- Identify the significance of ethics for procurement and supply
- Explain how operational performance of the procurement and supply function can be measured and improved
3
Procurement and supply environments
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Recognise the different sectors of procurement and supply
- Understand the main types of pricing arrangements in commercial agreements
- Recognise the external environment and its impact on procurement and supply
- Explain procedures that regulate procurement and supply
4
Socially responsible procurement
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Explain the concepts of sustainability and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
- Describe the implications of CSR for the procurement and supply function
- Understand the environmental impact of procurement and supply
5
Socially responsible warehousing and distribution
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Describe the main methods for the storage and movement of inventory
- Understand the principles of transportation in logistics
- Define the role of warehousing and storage
- Describe the environmental impact of warehousing and distribution
6
Team dynamics and change
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand how the individual can support overall organisational success in procurement and supply
- Describe team dynamics and their influence on procurement and supply
- Understand the challenges associated with and methods to achieve organisational change
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 603/3283/9
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- CIPS
- Qualification Type
- Vocationally-Related Qualification
- Operational Start
- Jun 2018