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The CIPS Diploma level is ideal for those who have previous business experience or qualifications in procurement, purchasing or supply chain operations. You will need a minimum of two years’ relevant experience in a business environment. Typical job titles:
The ease and convenience of having online learning wherever you are based. Students attend live online classroom sessions with their peers and the class is a close replication of a face-to-face session including small group learning opportunities.
The Group Live Online learning format is a mixture of virtual class-based study, an ongoing online learning programme of weekly materials for learners, the option of mid-unit and end-of-unit webinars to review progress and prepare for exams, and individual learner support provided by email, Zoom or a similar service.
Module Purpose
On completion of this module, learners will be able to identify the key stakeholders through the application of the sourcing process, the analysis of the procurement cycle and the evaluation of the influence procurement and supply have as a source of added value for the organisation.
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On completion of this module, learners will be able to devise a business case for requirements to be externally sourced and will understand the role of market management and competitive forces as they specify goods and services in procurement and supply.
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On completion of this module, learners will be able to describe the key elements and legal aspects of formal commercial contracts, analyse and interpret the fundamentals of specifications and key performance indicators that are included in contractual arrangements made with suppliers.
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On completion of this module, learners will be able to explain the options and associated processes available for sourcing with external suppliers. They will also examine the legal and ethical impact and the implications of sustainability, encompassing economic, environmental, social and governance factors on the final sourcing decision.
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On completion of this module learners will be able to identify approaches to successfully achieving negotiated commercial agreements with external organisations.
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On completion of this module, learners will be able to analyse the dynamics of supplier relationships, examine the processes and procedures for working with stakeholders and explain the concept of partnering.
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On completion of this module, learners will be able to explain methods of inventory management, inventory analysis and the concept of whole-life asset management cost, from idea through to disposal.
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On completion of this module, learners will be able to demonstrate the practical application of the procurement cycle in an integrated manner, within a workplace context. This module is designed as a summary module, drawing on the knowledge and skills developed in M1 to M7 and applying these in a work context.
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