CIPS Level 3 Advanced Certificate in Procurement and Supply Operations
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Overview
Overview
Ready to accelerate your procurement career? The CIPS Level 3 Advanced Certificate in Procurement and Supply Operations with DLC Training is the perfect place to start!
If you're already working in an operational role, this course will deepen your procurement expertise, enhance your skills, and prepare you for more advanced positions like Assistant Buyer or Procurement Officer.
Enjoy the flexibility of online learning - study anytime, anywhere, and at your own pace. Plus, you’ll have full access to our expert Tutor and Support teams, who will provide advice and guidance throughout your journey. Ready to take your procurement career to the next level? Start your CIPS journey with DLC Training today!
Qualification
Level 3 Advanced Certificate in Procurement and Supply Operations
Description
This course is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS), the gold standard in the procurement industry. Recognised globally, a CIPS qualification is your ticket to standing out in a competitive job market.
For career advancement, CIPS is considered a must-have by companies across the UK and internationally. With a CIPS qualification, you’ll not only enhance your procurement skills but also open doors to exciting opportunities worldwide!
What You’ll Learn
You will learn how to apply factual, procedural, and theoretical knowledge of procurement and supply to effectively manage tasks and solve problems that are well-defined, yet may be complex or non-routine. You will develop the skills to identify the necessary information, interpret it accurately, and assess its effectiveness, ensuring informed decision-making and continuous improvement in your approach.
Support Duration
The average time to complete this course is 9-12 months, but you’ll have 18 months of dedicated support to ensure your success.
Units
To achieve the CIPS Level 3 Advanced Certificate in Procurement and Supply Operations, you will need to successfully complete 30 credits. This includes five Core units (24 credits) and one Elective unit (6 credits).
Core Units
Procurement and Supply Environments (6 Credits)
- 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
Contract Administration (6 Credits)
- 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
Ethical Procurement and Supply (6 Credits)
- 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
Team Dynamics and Change (6 Credits)
- Know how the individual can support overall organisational success in procurement and supply
- Understand team dynamics and their influence on procurement and supply
- Understand the challenges associated with, and methods to achieve organisational change
Elective Units
Socially Responsible Procurement (6 Credits)
- 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
Socially Responsible Warehousing and Distribution (6 Credits)
- Understand the concepts of sustainability and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
- Understand the environmental impact of procurement and supply
- Understand methods for the storage and movement of inventory
- Understand the environmental impact of warehousing and distribution
CIPS Exams
This course is assessed via computer-based questions. You can choose whether to sit your exams online using CIPS remote invigilation, or in person at a CIPS examination centre. We can support you in deciding which option is best for you, and you’ll pay CIPS a fee for each exam.
Learner Reviews
The course e-book is very informative and the course tutor has been very helpful with feedback and getting back to me when I have had queries.
The team at DLC were very helpful, from Student Support to the Tutor. Queries were always answered quickly and I found them to be encouraging.
From my initial enquiry through to my enrolment it has been a smooth seamless process. I would highly recommend anyone thinking of doing a course with DLC to get in touch with them.
The CIPS Level 3 Advanced Certificate in Procurement and Supply Operations is the perfect course to enhance your procurement skills and capabilities. Contact DLC Training today to learn more about online and fully supported Procurement qualifications.
Who is this course for?
The CIPS Level 3 Advanced Certificate in Procurement and Supply Operations is perfect for anyone looking to advance their career in procurement. If you’re already working in an entry-level role, this course will equip you with the skills and knowledge to progress to the next level.
By completing the Level 3 Advanced Certificate, you'll develop your knowledge and enhance your professional abilities, taking you a step closer to achieving your career goals in the procurement industry.
Requirements
No formal qualifications are required to study the CIPS Level 3 Advanced Certificate in Procurement and Supply Operations. However, it’s recommended that you have some prior experience in procurement and a strong interest in advancing your career in the field. If you don’t, we’d recommend you consider the CIPS Level 2 Certificate in Procurement and Supply Operations.
Career path
The CIPS Level 3 Advanced Certificate in Procurement and Supply Operations will prepare you for roles such as:
- Assistant Buyer
- Materials Controller
- Procurement Officer
- Category Officer
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