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CIPS Level 4CIPS Level 4 Diploma in Procurement and Supply
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Course Overview
The Diploma in Procurement and Supply is an intensive program designed for experienced professionals with at least two years of relevant experience. This course equips learners with technical skills, knowledge, and competencies sought after by companies. Topics covered include demand forecasting, contract development, negotiation, specification control, supply chain management, conflict resolution, and performance review. Delivered through theoretical and practical learning with real-world scenarios, learners will have the opportunity to network with fellow professionals and industry experts. Upon completion, learners can take on senior procurement and supply chain management roles in a variety of industries.
Key Takeaways
1
Evaluate the importance of planning and forecasting for future demand in supply chain management.
2
Analyze the process of forward planning for contract development and identify key considerations for successful implementation.
3
Assess the role of negotiating volumes, margins, and standards in creating mutually beneficial contracts with suppliers.
4
Create effective strategies for creating and controlling specifications to ensure quality and consistency in supply chain management.
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Develop skills in contract management, conflict resolution, and performance review to maintain successful relationships with suppliers and optimize supply chain operations.
Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply
We are CIPS, the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply. A global membership organisation driving positive change across our profession. We are the voice and standard, defining and amplifying best practice across all our worlds. As the awarding body for the profession we lead in education and training. Helping professionals advance their ambition. We provide insights, information and tools. Enabling members to develop their own best practice. We help build capability within organisations. Interrogating, troubleshooting and training. Through all our work, we build a community. A global network of professionals powering procurement and supply so our societies can thrive. Join CIPS, for your career, and the profession.
Course Outline
Module 1
L4M1 SCOPE AND INFLUENCE OF PROCUREMENT AND SUPPLY
Module aim(s):
This module is designed using the CIPS Procurement Cycle as its basis. It will provide those who are interested in developing an informed awareness of different perspectives or approaches within the discipline, an overview of the key stages associated with procurement and supply, and will serve as an introduction for those who are expected to address complex well-defined procurement and supply problems that are non-routine in nature.
Understand and analyse the added value that can be achieved through procurement and supply chain management
Understand and analyse the key steps when procuring goods or services
Understand and analyse the key aspects of organisational infrastructure that shape the scope of a procurement or supply chain function
Understand and analyse the need for compliance with requirements when undertaking procurement activities in different sectors
This module is designed using the CIPS Procurement Cycle as its basis. It will provide those who are interested in developing an informed awareness of different perspectives or approaches within the discipline, an overview of the key stages associated with procurement and supply, and will serve as an introduction for those who are expected to address complex well-defined procurement and supply problems that are non-routine in nature.
Understand and analyse the added value that can be achieved through procurement and supply chain management
Understand and analyse the key steps when procuring goods or services
Understand and analyse the key aspects of organisational infrastructure that shape the scope of a procurement or supply chain function
Understand and analyse the need for compliance with requirements when undertaking procurement activities in different sectors
Module 2
L4M2 DEFINING BUSINESS NEEDS
Module aim(s):
This module aims to provide participants with the necessary tools and resources to evaluate and interpret the various types of markets that are used by both supply and procurement professionals. It also explores the various elements that influence the development of specifications and business cases.
Understand how to devise a business case for requirements to be sourced from external suppliers
Understand market management in procurement and supply
Understand the use of specifications in procurement and supply
This module aims to provide participants with the necessary tools and resources to evaluate and interpret the various types of markets that are used by both supply and procurement professionals. It also explores the various elements that influence the development of specifications and business cases.
Understand how to devise a business case for requirements to be sourced from external suppliers
Understand market management in procurement and supply
Understand the use of specifications in procurement and supply
Module 3
L4M3 COMMERCIAL CONTRACTING
Module aim(s):
This course is designed for people who are involved in the negotiation of contracts. It provides them with the necessary tools and resources to formulate effective sourcing strategies. It also explains the various steps involved in sourcing and the development of ethical and socially responsible contracts.
Understand the legal issues that relate to the formation of contracts
Understand the fundamentals of specifications and key performance indicators that are included in contractual arrangements made with suppliers
Understand the key clauses that are included in formal contracts
This course is designed for people who are involved in the negotiation of contracts. It provides them with the necessary tools and resources to formulate effective sourcing strategies. It also explains the various steps involved in sourcing and the development of ethical and socially responsible contracts.
Understand the legal issues that relate to the formation of contracts
Understand the fundamentals of specifications and key performance indicators that are included in contractual arrangements made with suppliers
Understand the key clauses that are included in formal contracts
Module 4
L4M4 ETHICAL AND RESPONSIBLE SOURCING
Module aim(s):
This module provides procurement and supply chain personnel with the necessary tools and resources to formulate effective sourcing strategies. It will help them identify the ideal external suppliers and develop effective sourcing agreements. It also explains the various steps involved in sourcing and the development of ethical and socially responsible contracts.
Understand options for sourcing requirements from suppliers
Understand the key processes that can be applied to the analysis of potential external suppliers
Understand ethical and responsible sourcing
This module provides procurement and supply chain personnel with the necessary tools and resources to formulate effective sourcing strategies. It will help them identify the ideal external suppliers and develop effective sourcing agreements. It also explains the various steps involved in sourcing and the development of ethical and socially responsible contracts.
Understand options for sourcing requirements from suppliers
Understand the key processes that can be applied to the analysis of potential external suppliers
Understand ethical and responsible sourcing
Module 5
L4M5 COMMERCIAL NEGOTIATION
Module aim(s):
This module is designed for people who are involved in negotiations. It provides them with the necessary skills to successfully negotiate with external parties. It also explores the various approaches that can be used to achieve successful outcomes.
Understand key approaches in the negotiation of commercial agreements with external organisations
Know how to prepare for negotiations with external organisations
Understand how commercial negotiations should be undertaken
This module is designed for people who are involved in negotiations. It provides them with the necessary skills to successfully negotiate with external parties. It also explores the various approaches that can be used to achieve successful outcomes.
Understand key approaches in the negotiation of commercial agreements with external organisations
Know how to prepare for negotiations with external organisations
Understand how commercial negotiations should be undertaken
Module 6
L4M6 SUPPLIER RELATIONSHIPS
Module aim(s):
This module is designed for individuals who have responsibility for managing and maintaining relationships with their suppliers and stakeholders. It also aims to help those who are developing formal partnerships.
Understand the dynamics of relationships in supply chains
Understand processes and procedures for successful working with stakeholder
Understand the concept of partnering
This module is designed for individuals who have responsibility for managing and maintaining relationships with their suppliers and stakeholders. It also aims to help those who are developing formal partnerships.
Understand the dynamics of relationships in supply chains
Understand processes and procedures for successful working with stakeholder
Understand the concept of partnering
Module 7
L4M7 WHOLE LIFE ASSET MANAGEMENT
Module aim(s):
This module is designed for individuals who will be responsible for the whole life management of their assets. It provides them with the necessary tools and techniques to analyze the various aspects of asset movement and control.
Understand methods for the storage and movement of inventory
Understand the key elements of effective inventory control
Understand the concept of through life cost
This module is designed for individuals who will be responsible for the whole life management of their assets. It provides them with the necessary tools and techniques to analyze the various aspects of asset movement and control.
Understand methods for the storage and movement of inventory
Understand the key elements of effective inventory control
Understand the concept of through life cost
Module 8
L4M8 PROCUREMENT AND SUPPLY IN PRACTICE
Module aim(s):
This module aims to introduce participants to the concepts and ideas of supply and procurement. It will also test the practical application of these ideas in the various environments that they are expected to perform in.
Demonstrate the application of the procurement cycle
Demonstrate the application of the key stages of the sourcing process
Demonstrate the application of whole life asset management
Demonstrate the application of ethical and responsible sourcing within an organisation
This module aims to introduce participants to the concepts and ideas of supply and procurement. It will also test the practical application of these ideas in the various environments that they are expected to perform in.
Demonstrate the application of the procurement cycle
Demonstrate the application of the key stages of the sourcing process
Demonstrate the application of whole life asset management
Demonstrate the application of ethical and responsible sourcing within an organisation
CIPS EXAMS
CIPS Level 4 is assessed with 1 exam per module, which are all computer-based.
6 credit modules are assessed via 1.5 hour Objective Response (multiple choice) exams.
12 credit modules are assessed via 3 hour Contracted Response (written) exams.
6 credit modules are assessed via 1.5 hour Objective Response (multiple choice) exams.
12 credit modules are assessed via 3 hour Contracted Response (written) exams.
Who Should Attend?
This highly practical and interactive course has been specifically designed for
This qualification is the essential toolkit for anyone planning a career in procurement and supply. Developed and written using the Procurement and Supply cycle as it’s focus, it is at the same level as the first year of an undergraduate degree course. It’s suitable for those in operational roles or those managing or supervising the procurement and supply function who want to develop their career and work towards MCIPS Chartered Procurement and Supply Professional
Entry requirements:
A participant must complete a minimum of at least two-A-Levels (or international equivalent) or a CIPS Level 3 Advanced Certificate. Alternatively, you will need a minimum of two years’ relevant experience in a business environment. This is the only entry point onto our Diploma qualifications.
FAQ
What language will the course be taught in and what level of English do I need to take part in a LEORON training program?
Most LEORON courses are delivered in English. However, there are some courses offered in Arabic, mainly online. For our in-house courses, sessions can be curated and delivered in any language upon request. In general, the best way to confirm language availability is to check with our Enrollment Managers for the most up-to-date information. Simply click on “Let’s talk on WhatsApp” to chat with us directly.
What formats are the courses offered in?
LEORON delivers training in various formats including face-to-face, live virtual sessions, self-paced learning, in-house delivery as well as online courses.
Are LEORON Public courses certified by an official body/organization?
Yes, most LEORON public courses are accredited by internationally recognized bodies such as CIPD, ATD, PMI, EdEx, and many others—depending on the course.
Who accredits LEORON’s training programs?
LEORON partners with over 20 international bodies such as PMI, CIPD, ATD, EdEx, NASBA, CISI, GARP, HRCI, SHRM, ACCA, ASQ, IIA, ILM, IAC, and others
Are CPD points or PDUs provided?
Yes, learners can earn CPD credits and professional development units (PDUs) including NASBA CPEs, PMI PDUs, CISI, GARP, HRCI, SHRM, and more.
How can I register for a course?
You can register through our website by filling in the inquiry form, or by speaking directly with one of our consultants via WhatsApp or email. Once we confirm your interest, we’ll guide you through the steps.
When is the registration deadline for public courses?
Registration typically closes 14 days before the course start date, with occasional late registrations accepted upon confirmation
What is included in the course fee?
The fee generally covers 5-star venue facilities, training materials, certified instruction, lunches and refreshments, plus certification and membership where applicabl0065
Are there group rates or discounts?
Yes, group bookings and corporate-level discounts are available. Learners are encouraged to reach out to discuss specific arrangements
What support is available with registration?
Enrollment Managers and a Registration Desk assist with the entire process, including deadlines, travel logistics, and course customization. As well as any other special requests you might have. Simply to go your preferred course and click on “Let’s chat on WhatsApp” to do so.
Can I request a bespoke course at my location or within my organization?
Yes, in-house training is fully customizable in terms of curriculum, language, delivery, and timing. You can suggest dates and locations. Simply to go your preferred course and click on “Let’s chat on WhatsApp” in order to address any questions or concerns in this regards.
What is the refund or cancellation policy?
Refund and cancellation policies vary depending on the course type and location. Generally, cancellations made at least 14 days before the course start date may be eligible for a full or partial refund, while cancellations made closer to the course date may incur a fee. For exact terms, please consult your Enrollment Manager or refer to the course confirmation email.
Can I register multiple employees from my company?
Yes. We support group registrations and offer corporate packages for organizations enrolling multiple participants. Our team can help coordinate the logistics for group bookings.
Who should attend these courses?
LEORON caters to a variety of professionals: from those seeking leadership development to project managers, HR specialists, finance professionals, cybersecurity, procurement, Ai enthusiasts and many others.
Do I need prior experience or academic qualifications?
Not always. Many specialized paths, like cybersecurity, accept learners without prior experience. However, some courses (e.g., PMI PDU-based ones) may have recommended prerequisites. Its always better to chat with one of our Enrollment Managers to discuss more. Simply to go your preferred course and click on “Let’s chat on WhatsApp” to do so.
Will I receive a certificate after completing the course?
Yes. Upon full attendance and successful completion, you will receive a certificate of participation or accreditation, depending on the course.
Are meals and refreshments included in face-to-face courses?
Yes. For in-person courses, lunch and coffee breaks are provided daily at the venue.
Can LEORON deliver a course in-house at our organization?
Absolutely. All programs can be delivered privately at your company or virtually for your team, customized to match your internal goals and structure.
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- Review:Certified Professional in Quality and Patient SafetySince the partnership was signed between BAE Systems Saudi Development & Training and LEORON in 2017, we have been working together to offer the Saudi market a complete portfolio of training solutions benefiting from the wide and extensive experience of both parties. Recognizing the great success of this partnership, we are looking for further collaborations in the future that will position both companies as one of the leading training providers in Saudi Arabia. We thank the LEORON team for their full cooperation and continuing support, and look forward to further success together in the years to come.Emad Alrajih
- Review:Certified Professional in Quality and Patient SafetyWe have been working with LEORON for the past two years and will be working with them again this upcoming year. The programs they delivered were fruitful and exciting and our organization has received positive feedback from the participants. What our organization aims to do is to provide at no cost training for all the private sector employees so that they may benefit from our offered programs in Innovation and Professional development. LEORON has helped us achieve this goal. We look forward to continuing this service and wish them the best of luck. Regards,Nasser M. Al-Subaie
