CIPS Level 3 Advanced Certificate
What is CIPS Level 3?
The CIPS Level 3 Advanced Certificate in Procurement and Supply is designed for those in an operational role, who need the capability to carry out all tasks associated with procurement and supply operations efficiently and effectively. During the course, you will develop your theoretical and practical knowledge in procurement and supply chain management.
The course aims to give individuals some insight into best practices, learn new skills and techniques.
Upon completing all five modules, you will be awarded the Level 3 Advanced Certificate in Procurement and Supply. The next programme is the CIPS Level 4 Diploma in Procurement and Supply.
What are the CIPS Level 3 entry requirements?
No former procurement qualifications or professional experience is necessary to enrol on this programme.
How is CIPS Level 3 assessed?
Your exams will be computer-based examinations. These will be taken at either a CIPS online regional examination centre or by a remote exam at a location of your choice.
CIPS Level 3 Timetables
How is CIPS Level 3 structured?
This course consists of the following five units:
L3M1 – Procurement and Supply Environments (Compulsory)
- Know the different sectors of procurement and supply.
- Understand types of pricing arrangements in commercial agreements.
- Know the external environment and its impact on procurement and supply.
- Understand procedures that regulate procurement and supply.
L3M2 – Ethical Procurement and Supply (Compulsory)
- Know techniques that can achieve added value and its contribution to organisational success
- Know tasks associated with each stage of the sourcing process
- Understand the significance of ethics for procurement and supply
- Understand how operational performance of the procurement and supply function can be measured and improved
L3M3 – Contract Administration (Compulsory)
- Know the different sectors of procurement and supply
- Understand types of pricing arrangements in commercial agreements
- Know the external environment and its impact on procurement and supply
- Understand procedures that regulate procurement and supply
L3M4 – Team Dynamics and Change (Compulsory)
- Know how the individual can support overall organisational success in procurement and supply.
- Understand team dynamics and their influence on procurement and supply.
L3M5 Socially Responsible Procurement
Elective – This is the recommended module by CIPS Business Training
- Understand the concepts of sustainability and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR).
- Understand the environmental impact of procurement and supply.
- Know the implications of CSR for the procurement and supply function.
- Understand methods to monitor Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) in procurement and supply.
CIPS Level 3 FAQs
Choose a Study Option
We offer our students the flexibility of traditional Classroom lessons, Interactive Distance Learning, and our new ‘Virtual Live’ Classroom programme.
