CIPS Level 2

Certificate

CIPS Level 2 Certificate is the first entry level qualification onto the CIPS programme. This is the ideal starting qualification for anyone new to the profession or anyone looking to aspire to move into a procurement and supply career.

Please take a moment to view our CIPS Training Courses and materials via a short video demonstration to experience the high level of support available to you.

Entry requirements

No former procurement qualifications or professional experience is necessary to enrol on this programme.

Certificate assessment

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. The qualification is worth 18 credits and you’ll need to pass each exam (5 in total) to achieve the award.

Who is CIPS Level 2 aimed at?

CIPS Level 2 Certificate is ideal for junior buyers, supporting roles and those with no experience in procurement or supply chain management.

Typical job titles:
  • Administrator Assistant
  • Assistant Buyer
  • Assistant Contract Officer
  • Contract Administrator
  • Inventory Planner
  • People new to the business environment

Modules within the CIPS Level 2 Certificate include the following:

L2M1: Introducing Procurement and Supply

Understand the role of procurement & supply in organisations.  Identify common procurement terms and understand the impact of procurement and supply. Learn the “Five Rights” of procurement and supply, the stages of the sourcing process, administration processes and ethical responsibilities.

L2M2: Procurement and Supply Operations

Understand the types of organisation, how they operate and contractual agreements.  Identify sources of information on suppliers and learn pricing techniques.

L2M3: Stakeholder Relationships

Know who the stakeholders are in procurement and supply, and other internal and external stakeholders. Identify the key market factors which impact the function and the techniques associated with effective stakeholder communication. Learn approaches to conflict resolution.

L2M4: Systems Technology

Understand the use of systems technology and how they contribute to procurement & supply (ie: e-sourcing, e-tendering). Types of system for supplier selection ordering and payment.  Know why quality management is important.

L2M5: Inventory, Logistics & Expediting

Learn the key elements for inventory control.  Understand the principles and processes associated with effective logistics control. Learn how effective expediting can be achieved.

FAQs

Payment is normally required before starting the course, and we offer a 10-month interest free instalment plan for our self-funding students. We also offer payment by module if required which incurs a small admin charge. To enquire about our current cost structure please click here.

Our MCIPS tutors offer outstanding guidance, advice and comprehensive support. We give you unrivalled access to our videos, revision webinars, and in-depth course material. We aim to make your CIPS studies enjoyable, informative and successful.

Our support team are also available to help throughout your studies.

Our learning resources are rated “extremely high” by our students.

Complete the online registration form HERE. Once completed you will receive an invoice for your course followed by an induction date and your online resources. During induction you will receive all dates and course information ready to start your CIPS journey.

Once you have completed level 2 you are qualified to move on to Level 3 Advanced Certificate or Level 4 Diploma

Most students complete their Certificate over an academic year. However, as the course structure is modular, students can achieve the required 18 credits at their own pace. Our Distance Learning students can receive tutor support for 18 months.
Questions are in an Objective Response Format (OR).
These questions allow you to select a response from a list of possible answers. You will find these types of exams across all CIPS qualifications levels; they are marked by computer and then moderated by the CIPS examiners.

Study Options

Choose the way you want to study CIPS, all with Interest free credit via Direct Debit

Online Classroom

Classroom Learning

Distance Learning

If you need further help or advice please do not hesitate to contact one of our friendly course advisors…