Diploma in Procurement and Supply

Overview

The Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) Level 4 Diploma in Procurement and Supply is a valuable management tool for those moving into junior and middle management procurement roles or those supervising the procurement function. It provides the relevant knowledge, skills and understanding and focuses on organisational procedures and processes, including negotiating, planning, risk management and data analysis.

Benefits

Below are some benefits of completing the CIPS programme:

• Enhanced career opportunities in procurement and supply chain management roles
• Acquisition of strategic sourcing skills vital for organisational cost savings
• Networking opportunities with professionals and organisations in procurement and supply
• Practical knowledge applicable across industries, fostering adaptability and versatility
• Professional accreditation as a Chartered Procurement and Supply Professional
• Development of negotiation and contract management expertise for effective supplier relationships

Features

Below are some of the main features of this programme:

• Internationally recognised
• ACTT recognised
• Flexible entry requirements
• Affordable
• Flexible payment terms

Target Audience

The CIPS programme is perfect for:

• Buyers, Procurement / Purchasing Executives
• Procurement Specialists
• Contract Officers, Supply Chain / Inventory / Logistics Analysts
• Supply Chain / Inventory / Logistics Planners

Entry Requirements

Applicants may start at this level provided they satisfy at least one of the following requirements:

• A minimum of 2 A Levels or equivalent (or higher) OR
• At least two (2) years’ relevant work experience in a business environment OR
• Completion of the CIPS Level 3 Advanced Certificate in Procurement and Supply Operations programme at CTS College OR
• CIPS Level 3 Advanced Certificate in Procurement and Supply Operations (Certification from CIPS)

Programme Content

Students must successfully complete 60 credits comprising of:

• 8 core modules (two 12-credit modules and six 6-credit modules)

MODULE	MODULE CODE	CORE | ELECTIVE	CREDITS	EXAM TYPE
Scope and Influence of Procurement and Supply	L4M1	Core	12 Credits	CR
Defining Business Need	L4M2	Core	6 Credits	OR
Commercial Contracting	L4M3	Core	6 Credits	OR
Ethical and Responsible Sourcing	L4M4	Core	6 Credits	OR
Commercial Negotiation	L4M5	Core	6 Credits	OR
Supplier Relationships	L4M6	Core	6 Credits	OR
Whole Life Asset Management	L4M7	Core	6 Credits	OR
Procurement and Supply in Practice	L4M8	Core	12 Credits	CR

Schedule

• CTS College will be offering classes for 12 credits per semester (either one 12-credit module or two 6-credit modules)
• 12-credit modules are held on Saturdays from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
• 6-credit modules are held on Saturdays from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm (1st module) and Saturdays from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm (2nd module)
• Duration: 6 Saturdays

The following is the module delivery schedule for each semester:

	A	B	C	D	E	F
Semester	Jan to Mar	Mar to May	May to Jul	Jul to Sep	Sep to Nov	Nov to Mar
Level 4 - Diploma	L4M1	L4M2 L4M3	L4M4 L4M5	L4M6 L4M7	L4M8	L4M1

Note: Other study options will be offered by CTS College as they become available.

Assessments

Students are required to write either an Objective Response [OR] or Contructive Response [CR] exam for each completed module.

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.

Fees & Discounts

Fees

Fees are payable to CTS College and CIPS. Fees can be paid per semester and students are only required to pay for those units that they are enrolled in. CTS College offers the following competitive pricing for the CIPS Level 4 Diploma in Procurement and Supply programme:

CTS College Registration Fee	CTS College Tuition Fee (per module) TTD	CIPS Registration	CIPS Renewal Fee	CIPS OR Exam Fee (per module)	CIPS CR Exam Fee (per module)
$200 per semester	Programme Level 6 Credit 12 Credit Level 4 $950 $1,750	£191 (paid first year)	£141 (paid annually from year 2)	£50 (Exam Fee) £30 (Exam Venue Fee)	£65 (Exam Fee) £45 (Exam Venue Fee)

Payment plans are available for CTS College tuition fees.

Discounts Available

Please contact us to find out how you can save up to $2,700 off your CIPS programme fees.

Payment Plans

Students can be given a payment plan where an initial downpayment is made, with an arrangement for the remaining balance to be paid over the next two months. Please feel free to contact us to discuss a payment plan customised for you.

CTS College Payments

The following table shows the details for the 4 convenient ways to pay the CTS College fees for this programme:

Payment Method	Details
Linx	Paid at the Administration Office
Credit Card	Paid at the Administration Office
Cheque	Paid at the Administration Office Made Payable to CTS College
Online Bank Transfer	Paid via Online Banking Click to view full instructions »

CIPS Payments

Please click here to view full instructions on how to pay the CIPS fees.

How To Apply

Registration for the Diploma in Procurement and Supply Level 4 programme is a 2-step process:

Registering with CTS College

Students must register with CTS College each semester in order to undertake tuition. Registration is done at the CTS College administration office.

Registering with CIPS

Students must also register with CIPS before they can undertake any CIPS examination. Additionally, students will be required to pay an annual subscription fee each year to renew their CIPS membership. Membership with CIPS also allows students access to CIPS online resources which will be useful for examination and continued professional development.

The most direct way to become a CIPS Member is by joining online at https://www.cips.org/en/membership/why-join-cips/how-to-join/. Payment by credit card will be required for your application to be processed. If you do not have a credit card please contact CTS College’s administrative office for assistance. Forms are also available at CTS College’s administration office, where students can receive further assistance.

Student Support

Programme Management

The programme management team is responsible for the management of this programme. If you would like further information or 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