CIPS Advanced Diploma
Go a step further in Procurement and Supply Chain excellence. Get international recognition with this qualification
Do you want to increase your working knowledge of the complex supply chain?
Who will issue your certificate?
Once you’ve completed your study with Speciss College and passed the exams, you’ll be awarded the CIPS Advanced Diploma in Purchasing and Supply. This is the fourth of 5 steps you can take on the CIPS ladder to success!
As
the supply chain becomes more complex, Purchasing and Supply is
increasingly being seen as a strategic business discipline. As a result,
purchasing and supply professionals - especially well qualified ones -
are becoming valuable assets to any company.
The Chartered
Institute of Purchasing and Supply is a widely recognised international
benchmark of excellence, enhancing standards of professionalism and
performance throughout the discipline of purchasing and supply.
Choosing to study with CIPS is a wise decision!
Entry requirements for this course
To
register for the Advanced Diploma, you must have the CIPS Diploma in
Procurement and Supply. Bring certified copies of your certificates with
you when you come to Speciss College to register as a student!
In
addition to registering with Speciss College for your tuition, you must
also register as a student with CIPS. Please contact their office at:
The Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply
Easton House
Easton on the Hill
Stamford
Lincolnshire
PE9 3NZ
England
Tel: 00 44 1780 756777
Fax: 00 44 1780 751610
Email: info@cips.org
What you will learn
The 3 compulsory subjects you’ll study in the CIPS Advanced Diploma syllabus are:
- Management in Procurement and Supply
- Managing Risks in Supply Chains
- Improving the Competitiveness of Supply Chains
You must also choose 2 subjects from these options:
- Category Management in Procurement and Supply
- Sustainability in Supply Chains
- Operations Management in Supply Chains
You can see the syllabus in detail on the CIPS website.You can find the link on the Resources Menu.
What exams will you write?
Exams are held in May and November each year. You’ll register for the exams with CIPS. Please talk to the Speciss Examinations Officer to find out when exam fees are due.
When and where are the classes and what are the fees?
Lessons are offered at different times on different campuses, with some lessons being held during the day, and others in the evening or at weekends. Often the same course can be studied at a variety of different times, so you can choose the one which is more convenient to you. You’ll get your personal timetable when you register at Speciss College.
What about books and stationery?
You’ll need to bring your own notebooks and writing materials to your classes. For your convenience, we have a range of stationery items at the Speciss bookshops.
The list of prescribed and recommended books is available on the CIPS website. We strongly urge you to buy a copy of the prescribed texts.
Similar courses you should consider at Speciss
Similar courses which you can study at Speciss College include banking, management, marketing, finance, administration, accounting, salesmanship and computer skills.