Chartered Institute of Purchasing & Supply

(http://www.cips.org) CIPS exists to promote and develop high standards of professional skill, ability and integrity among all those engaged in purchasing and supply chain management. As a profession, purchasing and supply is increasingly being seen as a strategic business discipline. It is highly recognized for the enormous contribution it makes to public and private sector organisations, in terms of value extracted for money spent and is pre-eminently well equipped to represent and serve the interests of all those involved in this rapidly developing field. CIPS qualifications are widely regarded as an international benchmark of excellence, enhancing standards of professionalism and performance throughout purchasing and supply. Studying CIPS gives recognition of professional status and involvement in the work of CIPS allows its members to keep up to date with latest developments through a comprehensive range of courses, conferences and publications.

CIPS Foundation Diploma

Entry Requirements

The student must be at least 18 years of age and hold any of the following basic minimum qualifications:

1. Two 'A' Levels or the equivalent as determined by CIPS
2. 2 subject principal passes at Advanced level plus 3 KCEs.
3. KCSE mean grade of C+
4. A degree from a recognized university
5. Any CIPS Level 3 Certificates
6. Mature students who are 21 years of age and have at least two years' experience in a business environment

Course Structure

Five compulsory subjects:

1. ENPS – Effective Negotiation in Purchasing and Supply
2. PC – Purchasing Contexts
3. DCPS – Developing Contracts in Purchasing and Supply
4. MPP – Measuring Purchasing Performance
5. MPSR – Managing Purchasing and Supply Relationships

CIPS Advanced Diploma

Entry Requirements

1. CIPS Foundation Diploma
2. CIPS (International) Advanced Certificate in Purchasing and Supply

Course Structure

Three compulsory subjects:

1. MPF – Management in the Purchasing Function
2. RMSCV – Risk Management and Supply Chain Vulnerability
3. ISCP – Improving Supply Chain Performance

Plus two from the following options:

1. MP – Marketing for Purchasers
2. SD – Storage and Distribution
3. OMSC – Operations Management in the Supply Chain

CIPS Graduate Diploma

Entry Requirements

1. CIPS Advanced Diploma

Course Structure

Three core subjects:

1. LIP – Leading and Influencing in Purchasing
2. SSCM – Strategic Supply Chain Management
3. SCMP – Supply Chain Management in Practice

Plus two from the following options:

1. LAPS – Legal Aspect in Purchasing and Supply
2. APM – Advanced Project Management
3. FP – Finance for Purchasers