Where the Experience is Beyond the Academics
Every organization needs to acquire (procure) goods, services and work that is vital to the organisation. Procurement can help to streamline processes, reduce raw material prices and identify better sources of supply. It can help organisations control spend, and with organisations spending more than two thirds of their revenue on procurement, even small cost reductions can have a big impact. Furthermore, corruption increases the cost of procurement contracts by up to 25% in developing countries and can increase up to business costs by up to 10% globally.
Proper procurement practices can help prevent corruption and improve accountability which can protect your brand. With the changes to the procurement legislation in Trinidad and Tobago, the new regulatory framework will create new job opportunities in Procurement and Supply Chain.
The Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS), is the world’s largest organisation dedicated to the procurement and supply profession. CIPS is the voice of the procurement and supply profession, with a global community of over 200,000 professionals in over 150 countries. CIPS Global Standard in Procurement and Supply is the benchmark for skills and competencies in the profession.
CIPS offers a range of professional qualifications that have become recognised as the industry standard for the procurement profession. The qualifications are structured and progressive with procurement and supply at the core. They reflect modern procurement practices across the globe and aim to future-proof students. CIPS qualifications are recognised in the UK (Ofqual) and by ACTT.
If you want to improve your career or job prospects in procurement and supply chain sector, then the CIPS qualifications will help you to achieve these goals. CIPS provides knowledge and networking capabilities that can lead to a rewarding career. It helps you to demonstrate a variety of skills, including good business sense, financial management, and a flair for communication and negotiation. CIPS prepares you for a range of careers in procurement and supply chain which are in high demand globally and helps with managing the supplier base and maintaining long term relationships with them.
The CIPS programme at CTS College would teach you how to:
CTS College has been delivering educational programmes for over 20 years. We have learnt a lot from our students regarding incorporating academics into their busy lifestyles, achieving recognised qualifications over a short period of time and creating payment plans that work for the them.
With that in mind we have designed the CIPS programme to give you the ability to:
With the implementation of the new syllabus, CIPS has also introduced Computer Based Examinations for all modules. This means that students will be using a computer at a CBE testing centre to complete their exam. CIPS research has suggested that 90% of students prefer CBE exams to paper based examinations. CBE exams have 2 formats:
Objective Response [OR] - Single, short questions that requires the candidate to choose or type a response to the question where the correct answer(s) are predetermined. These are auto marked. There are typically 15 available sitting options per OR exam during the OR exam week.
Constructive Response [CR] - Constructed response questions require the student to ‘construct’ a response to the question, such as an essay, by typing their response. There is only one sitting for a CR exam during the CR exam week.
Benefits of CBE:
The following table shows the various levels of CIPS qualifications offered at CTS College, along with other important details:
| CIPS Level | Target Audience | Completion Requirement | Qualification Equivalent | Entry Requirements |
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LEVEL 3 |
This qualification is designed for those in an operational role who need the capability to carry out procurement and supply tasks. |
Students are required to achieve 30 credits:
All 5 modules are Objective Response (OR) |
Equivalent to A Level (UK) / CAPE |
No formal entry requirements, anyone can start here. |
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LEVEL 4 |
A valuable management tool for those moving into junior and middle management procurement roles or those supervising the procurement function. |
Students are required to achieve 60 credits:
2 modules are Constructed Response (CR) 6 modules are Objective Response (OR) |
Equivalent to first year Degree (UK) |
Any of the following:
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LEVEL 5 |
Provides senior buyers, contract and supply chain managers with the expertise to improve organisational procurement and to fulfil objectives. |
Students are required to achieve 60 credits:
2 modules are Constructed Response (CR) 6 modules are Objective Response (OR) |
Equivalent to second year Degree (UK) |
CIPS Level 4 Diploma in Procurement and Supply |
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LEVEL 6 |
Aimed at senior procurement professionals and heads of department. |
Students are required to achieve 60 credits:
4 modules are Constructed Response (CR) 3 modules are Objective Response (OR) |
Equivalent to Bachelors (Hons) Degree (UK) |
CIPS Level 5 Advanced Diploma in Procurement and Supply |
CIPS has shifted to Computer Based Examinations (CBE) which allows up to 6 examination periods per year. We have tailored our delivery schedule to take full advantage of this flexibility which allows students to complete each qualification in a shorter period of time.
Students may start in any of the following semesters:
| A | B | C | D | E | F | |
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Semester |
Jan to Mar |
Mar to May |
May to Jul |
Jul to Sep |
Sep to Nov | Nov to Mar |
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Registration Deadline Date |
6th Jan, 2024 | 9th Mar, 2024 | 4th May, 2024 | 13th Jul, 2024 | 7th Sep, 2024 | 9th Nov, 2024 |
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Exam Entry Deadline Date |
13th Feb, 2024 | 16th Apr, 2024 | 11th Jun, 2024 | 20th Aug, 2024 | 15th Sep, 2024 | 20th Jan, 2025 |
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Semester Start Date |
20th Jan, 2024 | 23th Mar, 2024 | 18th May, 2024 | 27th Jul, 2024 | 21 Sep, 2024 | 23 Nov, 2024 |
| Semester End Date | 24th Feb, 2024 | 27th Apr, 2024 | 22nd Jun, 2024 | 31st Aug, 2024 | 26th Oct, 2024 | 8th Feb, 2025 |
| Exam Dates | 11th - 15th Mar, 2024 (OR) 19th - 21st Mar, 2024 (CR) |
13th - 17th May, 2024 (OR) 21st - 23rd May, 2024 (CR) |
8th - 12th Jul, 2024 (OR) 16th-18th Jul 2024 (CR) |
16th - 20th Sep, 2024 (OR) NO (CR) EXAMS |
11th - 15th Nov, 2024 (OR) 19th - 21st Nov, 2024 (CR) |
10th - 14th Mar, 2025 (OR) 18th - 20th Mar, 2025 (CR) |
CTS College has structured our classes to allow students to fit the CIPS programme into a busy schedule. With just one day of class per week, students can complete the CIPS Level 3 qualification in as little as 6 months or the Levels 4, 5 and 6 in as little as 10 months. We offer 12 credits (either one 12-credit module or two 6-credit modules) per semester. Classes will be held on Saturdays, however based on the demand, there may be an option for evening classes as well.
The following indicates the modules taught by CTS College in each semester:
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Jan to Mar |
Mar to May |
May to Jul |
Jul to Nov |
Sep to Nov | Nov to Jan |
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Level 5 - Advanced Diploma |
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(L - Level | M - Module | * - Elective Modules)
CTS College offers competitive pricing for the CIPS programme with special introductory fees. We also have payment plans that allow you to pay for your modules in parts. See the fees payable below:
| CTS College Registration Fee | CTS College Tuition Fees (per module) |
CIPS Registration | CIPS Renewal Fee | CIPS OR Exam Fees (per module) |
CIPS CR Exam Fees (per module) |
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TT$200 per semester |
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£195 |
£145 |
£55 (Exam Fee) |
£71.50 (Exam Fee) |
To get more details about the various levels of the CIPS programme offered at CTS College, please click on the relevant link below:
The programme management team is responsible for the management of the course. If you would like further information or would like clarification on this programme please contact:
Mr. Jude Bernard
Programme Manager
Phone: (868) 796-2140
Mr. Sheldon C. Singh
Programme Administrator
Phone: (868) 398-5035
E-mail: CIPShidden@CTSCollege.com
We are an ACTT recognised institution and partner with international awarding bodies
#120 Montrose Main Road, Chaguanas, Trinidad and Tobago, West Indies
(868) 290-0961 
(868) 671-3198
Studyhideme@CTSCollege.com
