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CIPS Level 6
( Professional Diploma In Procurement and Supply)

250 Hrs.

Introduction

The CIPS Level 6 Professional Diploma in Procurement and Supply is for those who want to specialise in a specific occupation, occupational area or technical role.

It represents the final level of qualification required by those who are working towards MCIPS Chartered Procurement and Supply Professional, which is recognised worldwide as the professional standard for procurement and supply practitioners.

Building on the knowledge and skills learned at the CIPS Level 5 Advanced Diploma in Procurement and Supply. This qualification supports individuals who are working at or aspiring to the Professional level of the CIPS Global Standard for Procurement and Supply.

It is designed for experienced members of the profession who are expected to lead procurement teams within an organisation and influence the board to adopt leading-edge procurement strategies thereby establishing best practice

Entry requirements
You will need to have achieved CIPS Level 5 Advanced Diploma in Procurement and Supply.


What Will You Learn?

Building on the knowledge and skills learned at the CIPS Level 5 Advanced Diploma in Procurement and Supply, you will be able to demonstrate strategic knowledge and leadership skills and find solutions to complex problems. It is designed to develop transferable workplace skills such as excellent communication and the ability to work in and lead a team. Employers have identified that the ability to think strategically and lead and influence policy and thinking are essential for progression.

You will gain an understanding of different perspectives and theories and will be able to critically analyse, interpret and evaluate complex information, concepts and ideas.

upon completion of this qualification
You will be able to:
  • Demonstrate strategic knowledge and leadership skills

  • Develop excellent communication skills and the ability to work with and lead a team

  • Think strategically, lead and influence policy

  • Critically analyse, interpret and evaluate complex information, concepts and ideas

  • Find solutions to complex problems, all within a global context

Who is it for?

For those who are successful in completing the CIPS Level 5 Advanced Diploma in Procurement and Supply; this represents the final level of CIPS qualifications for those working towards MCIPS Chartered Procurement and Supply Professional.

Typical job titles:
  • Senior procurement manager

  • Senior category manager

  • Supply chain manager

  • Head of logistics and operations manager

Level Description

This qualification will help you make a real impact in your career. It is recognised by employers world-wide for producing competent and confident procurement and supply professionals, capable of guiding and leading their organisations to sustainable success. Your learning will focus on
  1. Delivering effective and efficient procurement and supply strategies that enhance an organisation's prospects for long-term financial stability and longer-term success

  2. Development, configuration and implementation of global commercial strategy to achieve competitive advantage

  3. Evaluating the influence of strategic supply chain management and assessing the methods that are available to measure, improve and optimise supply chain performance

  4. Analysing the changing needs of the profession, looking ahead to consider future strategic challenges.

In order to achieve this qualification you need toachieve 60 credits by complete 8 Modules (Four CORE and three elective  modules make up the required 60 credits)

Core Modules:
L6M1     Strategic Ethical Leadership (Core, 12 Credits)
L6M2     Global Commercial Strategy  (Core, 12 Credits)
L6M3     Global Strategic Supply Chain Management (Core, 12 Credits)
L6M4     Future Strategic Challenges for the Profession (Core, 6 Credits)

Elective Modules
L6M5     Strategic Programme Leadership (Elective, 6 Credits)
L6M7     Commercial Data Management  (Elective, 6 Credits)
L6M8     Innovation in Procurement and Supply (Elective, 6 Credits)
L6M9     Supply Network Design (Elective, 6 Credits)
L6M10   Global Logistics Strategy (Elective, 6 Credits)