Entry Requirements:

You should have achieved the Foundation Diploma in Purchasing and Supply or hold an equivalent relevant qualification. CIPS do grant exemptions from up to four units- please telephone CIPS on 01780 756777 or visit: www.cips.org for more information.

Key Features 

• Well-recognised, professional qualification
• Study whilst working full-time
• Mandatory qualification for some procurement jobs.

About the Course

The Advanced Diploma consists of five units in total. For up-to-date information on which modules are offered, please see the Milton Keynes College part-time prospectus which is published in May. This course is delivered by module during the evenings.

Course Content

Modules are offered from the following range:

Mandatory

• Management in the Purchasing Function
• Risk Management and Supply Chain Vulnerability
• Improving Supply Chain Performance.

Plus two units from:

• Marketing for Purchasers
• Storage and Distribution
• Operations Management in the Supply Chain
• The Machinery of Government
• Contracting in the Public Sector.

Assessment

Each module is assessed by an examination held as close to the end of the module as possible.

Career Opportunities

Private and public sector organisations are placing more and more emphasis on buying the right products and services to fit the longer-term needs of the business, with the expectation of best value and total cost solutions being achieved rather than a simple quick, price-focused fit. There are great opportunities for people at all levels, who have the right skills, knowledge, experience and attitude.

Next Steps

When you have completed this course, you may wish to progress to the Graduate Diploma in Purchasing and Supply. Please contact www.cips.org for more information.

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