CIPS L6M4 -- Future Strategic Challenges for the Profession

About this course

The study and assessment methods for this modules is distinct.There is no study guide for this module. CIPS publish a theme one month before the scheduled exam.The theme for the July 2026 exam is "The impact of digital technologies in procurement and supply."CIPS L6M4 - Future Strategic Challenges for the Profession is a core module of CIPS Level 6. After completing this module, you will be able to evaluate the changing needs and requirements for procurement and supply and assess the future challenges faced by the profession. Strategic procurement and supply leaders require knowledge of the current challenges facing their function and profession and should prepare themselves for future strategic challenges they will undoubtedly face.This module is designed to encourage procurement and supply leaders to look ahead and consider the future strategic challenges for both themselves and their profession.CIPS L6M4 is a self research module. 2 hours of exam.2 questions to answer.Some research articles to read.Some data from well-known journals/websites are preferred to get good marks.Questions can be predicted earlier so you need to plan how to answer.You can go through previous study guides of relevant topicsAnswer with your experience.Examples from renowned Big companies.Here, we offer you comprehensive guidance to help you overcome the challenges L6M4 presents. We provideStudy materials including journals and papers. Study resources are given in answer explanation area. Also download link of the resources are provided here.Practice/Probable Questions and answer ideas.Relevant quotations from research paper.Information from research papers related to the exam theme.Examples from big companies.Guideline about how to answer wel

Course objectives

• Prepare for the exam by developing strategic evaluations of future challenges
• Encourage proactive thinking about procurement and supply management