CIPS Level 3
Advanced Certificate in
Procurement and Supply Operations
About this course:
The CIPS Level 3 Advanced Certificate will help you develop the required industry standard skills needed for a successful career in procurement and supply. This qualification will give you the ability to understand when and how to utilise relevant data, follow procedures and processes, and apply theoretical knowledge to successfully complete daily tasks, as well as complex and non-standard tasks.
Total Course Cost = £1820.00
Flexible Start Dates and Study Schedule
Average Completion Time of 12 months
Unlimited Study and Exam Support Package
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Important information about the CIPS 3 Advanced Certificate in Procurement and Supply Operations
Start Date
Begin your course as soon as you wish
Average Completion Time
9 - 12 months
Material Format
A combination of CIPS approved E-book material and online resources via the DLC Learning Hub
Support Package
Unlimited award winning support package. Click to find out more
Support Period
18 months
Study Schedule
Flexible to fit around you
Assessment
All exams for this qualification are computer-based. You will be required to complete 1 Objective Response exam per unit.
Credits Required
30 Credits
Is this course right for me?
The Level 3 qualification is aimed at those who are looking to build upon their existing skills in supply chain and purchasing management. Whether this be through prior study with CIPS or experience in the industry.
No formal entry requirements, but you must be at least 18
Material and support are provided online and via e-book, therefore you must have access to the internet
We recommend speaking with one of our course advisors to make sure this is the right course for you
Your Payment Options
Our course packages are high quality, and great value. We have a range of payment options available to suit every learner.
£1820.00 (inc vat)
Immediate Course Start
Choose to pay for your course upfront and benefit from zero delay in your course start, or study progression rate
£1820.00 (inc vat)
Deposit Payment £362.00
Monthly Payments 10 x £145.60
Available for self-funded learners only
Bespoke Fee
Receive up to 20% discount
Become part of the DLC Business Rewards Club and you’ll receive discounted course fees and a host of other benefits
Additional fees for CIPS Membership and Examinations. Click here for the pricing structure.
If you’d like to discuss an alternative payment plan, schedule a call with our Course Advisory team here
Course Fee and Payment Options
Our course packages are both high quality, and great value. We have a range of payment options available to suit every individual learner.
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Choose to pay for your course upfront and benefit from access to your course information within 1 working day
Use Our Payment Plan
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Deposit Payment £364.00
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Monthly Payments 10 x £145.60
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Access your course within 1 working day
Business Rewards Club
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Receive up to 20% discount
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Become part of the DLC Business Rewards Club and you’ll receive discounted course fees and a host of other benefits
Additional fees for CIPS Membership and Examinations. Click here for the pricing structure.
If you’d like to discuss an alternative payment plan, schedule a call with our Course Advisory team here.
What will I study?
The course comprises of FIVE units, 4 core and 1 elective totalling 30 credits.
Compulsory Units
This unit is worth 6 credits
Upon completion of this unit you will;
- Know the different sectors of procurement and supply
- Understand types of pricing arrangements in commercial agreements
- Know the external environment and its impact on procurement and supply
- Understand procedures that regulate procurement and supply
This unit is worth 6 credits
Upon completion of this unit you will;
- Know techniques that can achieve added value and its contribution to organisational success
- Know tasks associated with each stage of the sourcing process
- Understand the significance of ethics for procurement and supply
- Understand how operational performance of the procurement and supply function can be measured and improved
This unit is worth 6 credits
Upon completion of this unit you will;
- Know the administrative content and key tasks associated with commercial contracts
- Understand how to achieve competitive pricing and the role of negotiation in procurement and supply
- Know how effective tendering is achieved
- Understand how to measure contract performance
This unit is worth 6 credits
Upon completion of this unit you will;
- Know how the individual can support overall organisational success in procurement and supply
- Understand team dynamics and their influence on procurement and supply
- Understand the challenges associated with, and methods to achieve organisational change
Elective Units
This unit is worth 6 credits
Upon completion of this unit you will;
- Understand the concepts of sustainability and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
- Understand the environmental impact of procurement and supply
- Know the implications of CSR for the procurement and supply function
- Understand methods to monitor Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) in procurement and supply
This unit is worth 6 credits
Upon completion of this unit you will;
- Understand the concepts of sustainability and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
- Understand the environmental impact of procurement and supply
- Understand methods for the storage and movement of inventory
- Understand the environmental impact of warehousing and distribution
Your CIPS Exams
Each Level 3 unit is assessed via computer-based questions, which allow you to select a response from a list of possible answers (multiple choice, drag and drop, true/false questions).
You can choose whether to sit your exams online using CIPS remote invigilation, or in person at a CIPS examination centre. We can support you in deciding which option is best for you, and you’ll pay CIPS a fee for each exam.
There are 4 examination sessions each year*;
March, May, July, November
*You can sit multiple exams in one session, providing the scheduled time of these exams do not overlap
You will have the opportunity to speak with your study support advisor about your planned examination dates to ensure we can provide you with the right support you require in the timescale you need it.
| Unit | Assessment Type | Credits | Exam Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Procurement and Supply Environments | OR | 6 | 2 Hours |
| Ethical Procurement and Supply | OR | 6 | 2 Hours |
| Contract Administration | OR | 6 | 2 Hours |
| Team Dynamics and Change | OR | 6 | 2 Hours |
| Socially Responsible Procurement | OR | 6 | 2 Hours |
| Socially Responsible Warehousing and Distribution | OR | 6 | 2 Hours |
Guided Learning Hours (GLH)
200 hours
Self-Study Requirement (SSR)
90 hours
Assessment Time
10 hours
Total Qualification Time (TQT)
300 hours
Level 3 is equivalent to a AS and A Level qualification