The CIPS Level 3 qualification, also known as the Advanced Certificate in Procurement and Supply Operations, takes you a step further from the foundational knowledge of Level 2. It equips you with a more comprehensive understanding of procurement and supply chain practices, preparing you for a tactical role in the field.
- Core Modules (Mandatory):
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- Procurement and Supply Environments (L3M1): Internal/external factors impacting procurement, business structures, market dynamics, economic influences.
- Ethical Procurement and Supply (L3M2): Ethical sourcing, social responsibility, sustainability, fair labor practices, mitigating risks of unethical procurement.
- Contract Administration (L3M3): Managing contracts throughout their lifecycle, formation, negotiation strategies, performance monitoring, dispute resolution.
- Team Dynamics and Change (L3M4): Teamwork, communication, collaboration, adapting to change within an organization.
- Elective Module:
- Procurement & Supply Chain Environments (L3M5): Deeper understanding of the global procurement landscape and complexities.
- Socially Responsible Warehousing and Distribution (L3M6): Sustainable practices in warehousing and distribution, minimizing environmental impact while optimizing logistics.
- Learning Outcomes:
- Manage demand for goods and services effectively.
- Implement efficient supply logistics strategies.
- Understand and execute the contract implementation process.
- Apply best practices in procurement to optimize organizational value.
No formal prerequisites! CIPS Level 3 is designed to be accessible.
