Certification Programs / Retail
CIPSLevel3
Advanced Certificate in Procurement and Supply Operations
Course Methodology
The CIPS Level 3 program involves a mix of lectures, presentations, questionnaires, and group discussions to enhance learning, and help candidates excel in real-life procurement and supply practices. This qualification is also a way to demonstrate continuing professional development (CPD).

Course Objectives
Upon completing this supply chain certification, participants will be able to:
- Master the terminology of procurement and supply and develop new skills
- Recognize the various pricing structures seen in commercial contracts
- Determine how the external environment affects supply and procurement
- Describe the different forms of documents used in supply and procurement
- Explain the usage of various policies and practices within the procurement and supply area
Target Audience
CIPS Level 3 is designed for administrative and procurement assistants with at least 2 years’ experience. The course is also beneficial for staff who are involved in procurement/ordering of any goods or services, contracts administrators, stock controllers and merchandisers.
Target Competencies
Procurement and Supply Environments
Ethical Procurement and Supply
Contract Administration
Team Dynamics and Change
Socially Responsible Procurement
CIPSLevel3
Advanced Certificate in Procurement and Supply Operations
Introduction
CIPS Level 3 – Advanced Certificate in Procurement & Supply Operations

Module 1
- Recognize the range of environments in which Procurement and Supply operate
- Know the external factors that can impact the overall success in meeting organizational
- Identify the procedures that regulate Procurement and Supply
Module 2
- Identify the significance of ethics for Procurement and Supply
- Define each stage of the sourcing process
- Explain how operational performance can be measured and improved in support of added-value operations
Module 3
- Explain administrative processes behind contract development
- Monitor Contract Performance
- Accurately measure contract performance
- Identify how to achieve competitive pricing
- Practices to achieve effective tendering
Module 4
- Identify the influence that people and teams can have on Procurement and Supply success.
- Recognize the challenges associated with and methods to achieve
- Identify the need for and responses to change
- Recognize the coping mechanisms which ensure and maintain change
Module 5
- Explain the concepts and implications of sustainability and Corporate Social Responsibility
- Recognize the potential environmental impact of procurement and supply operations
- The environmental impact of the supply chain decisions and approaches
Association / Affiliation
The Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply - CIPS
The Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply - CIPS
The Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) offers globally recognized certifications that set the standard for excellence in procurement and supply chain management. With a presence in over 150 countries and a network of 60,000 professionals, CIPS equips individuals with the skills and best practices to drive positive change and excel in the industry. arrow-down
Blue Ocean Academy has an exclusive tie-up with the UK-based Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS) to offer CIPS Level 5 in the UAE and other GCC countries. Upon course completion, students receive a Certificate from CIPS.
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