CIPS Level 5 Advanced Diploma in Procurement and Supply
The CIPS Level 5 Advanced Diploma in Procurement and Supply is designed for individuals working at or aspiring to the Managerial and Professional levels of the CIPS Global Standard for Procurement and Supply. The CIPS Level 5 Advanced Diploma in Procurement and Supply is designed for the more experienced members of the profession who are expected to develop, improve and fulfil functional business objectives and also formulate direction. The qualification also provides progression to the CIPS Level 6 Professional Diploma in Procurement and Supply.
Developed in close collaboration with practitioners, employers and academics in the specialism of Procurement and Supply, and with the providers who will be delivering the qualifications, the CIPS Level 5 Advanced Diploma in Procurement and Supply is designed to develop transferable workplace skills, such as good communication and the ability to work in a team; skills which employers have identified as essential for gaining employment in the profession and for progression once the learner is working.
Structure
Core Modules
- Management in Procurement and Supply
- Managing Risks in Supply Chains
- Improving the Competitiveness of Supply Chains
- Category Management
Elective Modules
Students select additional modules from a range of specialist subjects, such as:
- Advanced Negotiation
- Contract Management
- Operations Management
- Logistics Management
- Project Management
Skills Developed
- Procurement and supply management
- Contract and supplier relationship management
- Strategic sourcing
- Risk assessment and mitigation
- Negotiation and communication
- Supply chain performance improvement
Assessment
- Written examinations
- Scenario-based assessments
- Application of procurement and supply concepts to workplace situations
Career Opportunities
After completing CIPS Level 5, graduates can pursue roles such as:
- Procurement Officer
- Purchasing Manager
- Category Manager
- Contract Manager
- Supply Chain Analyst
- Procurement Specialist
Entry Requirement
Students typically enter Level 5 after completing the CIPS Level 4 Diploma in Procurement and Supply or through relevant qualifications and experience.
The CIPS Level 5 Advanced Diploma equips professionals with the management and strategic skills needed to effectively lead procurement and supply activities within modern organizations.
Learning Options Available
We offer both full-time and part-time study options to accommodate different schedules and learning preferences.
Mode of Delivery
The course is offered entirely online, using a blended approach that combines live, real-time interactive sessions with recorded video lectures to provide a flexible and engaging learning experience.
Live Interactive Sessions:
These scheduled virtual classes bring learners together with expert instructors in real time. You can ask questions, participate in discussions, collaborate with peers, and receive immediate feedback—just like in a traditional classroom, but from the comfort of your own home. These sessions help build a strong sense of connection and community while keeping you on track with your learning goals.
Recorded Video Content:
All live sessions are recorded and made available on the learning platform. This means you can:
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Review lessons as many times as needed
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Catch up if you miss a live class
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Learn at your own pace, at times that suit your schedule
This dual format ensures that whether you prefer the structure of live learning or the flexibility of on-demand content, you’ll have the tools you need to succeed.
Duration:
This level has a duration of one year. Upon completion, a certificate is awarded
Background and Aims
It is designed as a follow on from the CIPS Level 4 Diploma in Procurement and Supply as learners are expected to develop, use and apply the professional language and skill sets introduced at Level 4 within a practical working environment. Individuals will be working at the Managerial level, but moving towards the Professional level of the CIPS Global Standard for Procurement and Supply Competency Framework. Learners will develop skills and knowledge in key areas of procurement and supply including managing risk, advanced contract and financial management, ethical procurement and supply, and category management.
This is the second level of the Diploma CIPS qualifications structure where elective modules are introduced, giving learners the choice of a specific professional pathway. The CIPS approach to learning is based around that which bring together knowledge and understanding (the cognitive domain) with practical and technical skills (the psychomotor domain). In essence, CIPS qualifications are designed to facilitate a level of learning rigour and balance that promotes the skills to contextually apply knowledge and learning to enhance organisational and personal performance.
Building on the practical knowledge and understanding gained at CIPS Level 4 Diploma in Procurement and Supply you will develop a higher level of practical, theoretical, and technical knowledge and understanding of procurement and supply. Your learning will focus on how to deal with key aspects of risk in supply chains and mitigation of those risks; processing and evaluating contracts and the impact of legal implications when contracts are breached. On completion of this qualification, you can expect to improve your overall organisational procurement and supply performance to fulfil your organisational objectives.
Structure
In order to achieve the award of the CIPS Level 5 Advanced Diploma in Procurement and Supply learners are required to successfully complete the five core modules and three elective modules (60 credits) as set out in the table below. The core modules will ensure an appropriate balance of breadth and depth across the final award, whilst the elective content will give learners the opportunity to focus their studies on a given pathway within the profession be that –
• Category Management (L5M6)
• Advanced negotiation (L5M15)
• Achieving Competitive Advantage through the Supply Chain (L5M7)
• Project and Change Management (L5M8)
• Operations Management (L5M9)
• Logistics Management (L5M10).
All learners will develop the technical and practical skills required in the occupational area and will be given the opportunity to develop a range of transferable skills and attributes required by employers. It is expected that learners will apply their learning to relevant employment and sector contexts during delivery and that they will be able to apply knowledge and learning meaningfully within the workplace.
Entry Requirements:
The learner is required to have achieved the CIPS Level 4 Diploma in Procurement and Supply. Some unit exemptions may be applicable under the CIPS Exemption policy.
The syllabus
The qualification is worth 60 credits and you’ll need to pass each exam to achieve the award.
What are credits?
Credits are a way of quantifying the number of study hours you’ll need to complete the qualification. We suggest that for each credit you should plan to dedicate 10 hours of study time. For example a 3 credit module you should plan for 30 hours studying and taking the exam. Five core modules make up 42 of the required credits.Three elective modules will make 18 of the required credits. For more information click here: [ View full specification ]
CIPS qualifications are regulated internationally to ensure we offer a recognised, professional standard in procurement and supply. CIPS Level 5 Advanced Diploma in Procurement and Supply is a vocationally related professional qualification. Formal recognition is included within the regulatory frameworks of an increasing number of countries such as the UK (England, Wales and Northern Ireland), Dubai, Trinidad & Tobago, Bahrain, Botswana and Ghana. Further information on this recognition and the details of corresponding qualifications levels for other international qualifications frameworks are detailed here [ CLICK ]. The qualification accreditation number is Ref: 603/3925/1.
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