The CIPS Level 4 Diploma in Procurement and Supply - Part 1

About this course

The CIPS Level 4 Diploma in Procurement and Supply is a 12–14 month, university-level entry qualification consisting of eight core modules. Assessed via computer-based Objective Response (multiple-choice) or Constructed Response (essay) exams, it covers essential procurement strategies, legal aspects, and ethical sourcing, aimed at developing practical skills in procurement.FREE ONLINE LECTURE ON YOUTUBEScope and Influence of Procurement and Supply (L4M1) 1.0 Understand and analyse the added value that can be achieved through procurement and supply chain management 2.0 Understand and analyse the key steps when procuring goods or services 3.0 Understand and analyse aspects of organisational infrastructure that shape the scope of procurement and supply chain functions4.0 Understand and analyse the need for compliance with requirements when undertaking procurement activities in different sectors Defining Business Need (L4M2) 1.0 Understand how to develop a business case for requirements to be sourced from external suppliers2.0 Understand market management in procurement and supply 3.0 Understand the use of specifications in procurement and supply Commercial Contracting (L4M3) 161.0 Understand the legal issues that relate to the formation of contracts2.0 Understand the fundamentals of specifications and key performance indicators that are included in contractual arrangements made with suppliers 3.0 Understand the key clauses that are included in formal contracts Ethical and Responsible Sourcing (L4M4) 1.0 Understand options for sourcing requirements from suppliers2.0 Understand the key processes that can be applied to the analysis of potential external suppliers 3.0 Understand compliance issues when sourcing from suppliersKey Exam InformationStructure:

Course objectives

• Equip students with practical skills in procurement and supply chain management
• Familiarize students with legal and ethical aspects of procurement
• Enable students to construct business cases for external sourcing