Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) awarding body

What we're all about

Throughout the world CIPS qualifications are recognised as driving leading edge thinking and professionalism in procurement. MCIPS is recognised worldwide as the standard for procurement professionals. Download our Guide to Qualifications here.

We offer five qualifications to support your professional development in procurement and supply. On successful completion of the Diploma, Advanced and Professional diplomas and in conjunction with three years' experience in a role of responsibility in procurement and supply, you may apply for full membership of CIPS to use the designatory letters, MCIPS.

CIPS is an Awarding Body recognised and regulated by Ofqual (England), Qualifications Wales and CCEA (Northern Ireland). CIPS qualifications appear on the Register of Regulated Qualifications and on the QiW database.